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Emerson’s ‘Project Beyond’ to Modernize and Seamlessly Integrate the Industrial Automation Technology Stack

Emerson is pioneering a new software-defined enterprise operations platform – dubbed Project Beyond – that will fundamentally change today’s approach to industrial automation. Emerson’s Project Beyond will deliver the industry’s first software-defined, OT-ready digital platform that seamlessly integrates and optimizes industrial operations. Leveraging innovations in software-defined control, data management, zero-trust cybersecurity and artificial intelligence, Emerson’s new platform will help automation investments deliver value without adding complexity.

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Graybar Recognized as a 2025 US Best Managed Company

Graybar is proud to announce it has recently been selected as a 2025 US Best Managed Company. Sponsored by Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal, the program recognizes outstanding U.S. private companies. The 2025 designees are U.S. private companies that have demonstrated excellence in strategic planning and execution, a commitment to their people, as well as maintaining financial performance and governance. Designees drove their businesses forward while remaining dedicated to their people and focusing on their customers. Advanced technology including AI took a center role for most of these companies, to create efficiencies and enhance the quality of products and experiences.

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Weidmüller Wins Supplier Sustainability Award from Emerson

Weidmüller is one of only six worldwide winners of the 2024 Supplier Sustainability Award from Emerson, a global industrial technology provider. The award was presented on April 23, 2025, during a global webinar. In selecting the recipients of the prestigious award, Emerson evaluated suppliers on a variety of criteria related to a company’s goals for a reduction in data emissions, along with the action plan and collaborative process to achieve the desired solution. Companies were also reviewed for their efforts to incorporate sustainability as a strategic business focus and for their transparency in sharing insights with customers.

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Nidec Drive Technology Corporation Returns to Automate 2025

May 6, 2025 Nidec Drive Technology Corporation, a leader in high-precision gearing solutions, is pleased to announce they’re back at Automate 2025! Don’t miss this opportunity — join Nidec in Detroit, Michigan, May 12–15, 2025. The Automate Show is the largest and most influential automation event in the Americas, featuring cutting-edge advancements in robotics, AI, vision, motion control,…

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nVent Completes Acquisition of the Electrical Products Group Business of Avail Infrastructure Solutions

May 5, 2025 nVent Electric plc announces that it has completed the previously announced acquisition of the enclosures, switchgear and bus systems businesses of Avail Infrastructure Solutions (“Electrical Products Group”) for a purchase price of $975 million, funded by cash on hand, subject to customary adjustments. The Electrical Products Group is a leading provider of…

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Phoenix Contact, CESMII, and MACH Controls partner to showcase the IIoT journey at Automate 2025

May 5, 2025 Visitors to the Phoenix Contact booth (#5232) can learn how to harness data to make better decisions at Automate 2025. Phoenix Contact will also host CESMII, the Smart Manufacturing Institute, and Mach Controls LLC, an Ohio-based system integrator, in its booth for a comprehensive look at a manufacturer’s IIoT journey. The show runs May…

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Southwire Committed to Growth and Engagement in Hawesville, Kentucky

May 5, 2025 Since 1969, Southwire’s Kentucky plant has played a major role in both the company’s transformative growth and the local economy in Hancock County, KY. Within the last several years, the company’s commitment to the local community has been reinforced through significant modernization projects designed to support growth, increase job opportunities and expand…

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Panduit Announces the Passing of Brett Lane, Chief Technology Officer

It is with profound sadness that Panduit Corp. announces the unexpected passing of our Chief Technology Officer (CTO), Brett Lane on April 25th. In his role as CTO, Dr. Lane was responsible for driving sustainable business growth by delivering a continuous flow of innovative solutions through research, advanced development, and corporate entrepreneurship. “Brett’s passion for innovation was truly contagious, touching everyone who had the privilege of working with him,” explained Shannon McDaniel, Panduit president and CEO.

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Schneider Electric President Aamir Paul to Deliver Automate 2025 Keynote

The Association for Advancing Automation (A3) today announced that Aamir Paul, president of North America operations at Schneider Electric, will deliver a keynote address titled “Redefining Industry: A Bold New Era for American Manufacturing and the Opportunities It Creates for the American Workforce” at Automate 2025 on Wednesday, May 14, at 9 a.m. Paul will explore how…

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Southwire Celebrates Ribbon Cutting at New Facility in Youngsville N.C.

In celebration of its grand opening, Southwire held a ribbon cutting ceremony at the company’s new facility in Youngsville, N.C. on Wednesday, April 9, 2025. Members of the Southwire and Youngsville communities, including county leaders, Southwire customers and Southwire team members and executives, attended the ceremony held at the new facility.

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ABB Opens $40+ Million New Mexico Manufacturing Facility

ABB Installation Products opens its new manufacturing facility in Albuquerque, New Mexico to meet increased demand for Elastimold cable accessories and Fisher Pierce circuit solutions used to help improve electrical reliability and safety for consumers, businesses and communities. The more than $40 million investment reinforces ABB’s focus on supporting critical utility projects and U.S. infrastructure improvements, where about 80% of the products will be installed. An additional $15 million was invested in equipment upgrades and automation.

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Bel’s New Customer-Centric Website Redesign Enhances Online Presence

Bel Fuse Inc. has recently launched a new website for their portfolio of power supplies and components. In addition to consolidating Bel’s power products into one convenient location, the website is designed to enhance functionality, improve user experience, and provide efficient access to our extensive product catalog. The new website features a robust, AI-powered parametric search function, enabling users to quickly locate and compare multiple products.

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MTech Represents NOARK in Key Midwest States: Minnesota, North and South Dakota, Iowa, Nebraska, and Western Wisconsin

Made up of countless small towns that come together to form what some call “America’s Heartland,” the Midwest is known for its industry, farming, landscapes, and friendly, down-to-earth attitudes. On a trip to the region, you’ll get a little bit of city, a little bit of country, and everything in between. What a perfect setting for NOARK to announce a new partnership with Mtech MN, a Minnesota-based manufacturer’s representative for Process & Factory Automation, dedicated to providing customers with solutions for their factory and process automation applications.

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4th Annual PartnerNetwork Conference from Rockwell Automation Celebrates Partners, Collaboration and Award Winners

Rockwell Automation, Inc. has recently announced the winners of the fourth annual PartnerNetwork awards during its PartnerNetwork Conference event from March 31 to April 3 in Los Angeles, California. The invite-only event was focused on alignment within the PartnerNetwork ecosystem by strengthening the model, offerings and collaboration to deliver differentiated value to customers and drive accelerated profitable growth together. The event featured keynote presentations from Rockwell Automation leadership and guest speakers, open discussions with partner program managers, networking, and breakout sessions focused on topics that matter most to the partner community.

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Rockwell Automation and AWS Collaborate to Transform Manufacturing Through Advanced Industrial Automation Solutions at Hannover Messe 2025

During Hannover Messe 2025, Rockwell Automation and Amazon Web Services, Inc. (AWS) announced that they are working together to help streamline and accelerate the digital transformation of the manufacturing industry. By combining Rockwell’s operational technology (OT) with AWS’s advanced cloud services and global infrastructure, manufacturers will be equipped with scalable, secure, and flexible cloud solutions that help optimize asset performance, increase operational visibility, and deliver actionable insights from raw data.

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The Future of AI and Vision Technology in Inspection and Quality Control

The landscape of AI and vision technology in inspection and quality control is set to transform with the development of more generalized algorithms. These advanced systems will be capable of tackling a wide range of inspection challenges, moving away from the current trend of specialized algorithms designed for specific tasks. This evolution promises to enhance the versatility and efficiency of AI, making it a more powerful tool for industries that rely on precise and reliable inspection processes.

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