UL Solutions’ new service helps address the needs of data centers by advancing the safety of immersion cooling fluids, which protect equipment from overheating and maximize power-usage effectiveness.
ebm‑papst presented innovative fans and digital solutions for data centers at Data Center World Paris in November 2025. The focus of the exhibition was on the new AxiBlade.Perform fans and NEXAIRA. ebm‑papst has a wide range of EC axial panel and centrifugal fans in its product portfolio that are designed to meet the various air conditioning solutions required in data centers, from in-row server rack cooling using chillers to precision air-conditioning units and other air handling units (AHUs).
With the U.S. industrial sector projected to face 1.9 million unfilled jobs by 2032, according to Deloitte, and equipment failures causing up to 20% production losses, SMBs are under pressure from workforce shortages, costly downtime, rising operating costs, supply chain disruptions and the complexities of adopting Industry 4.0 technologies. “Small- and medium-sized manufacturers are the backbone of our economy and they are dealing with a different set of challenges compared to enterprise-scale manufacturers,” said Chris Stevens, president, Siemens Digital Industries, U.S.
Mouser Electronics, Inc., the industry’s leading New Product Introduction (NPI) distributor with the widest selection of semiconductors and electronic components, is now stocking the PE-508 Pure Embedded 10/100 8-Port Industrial Ethernet Switch from Brainboxes. Brainboxes PE-508 Pure Embedded 10/100 8-Port Industrial Ethernet Switch provides eight ports for increased flexibility, future-proofing, and resilience. This Pure Embedded switch is compact,…
AutomationDirect now offers Klemsan slim interface relays which feature a highly compact 6.2mm-wide design in a durable, self-extinguishing housing. These high-performance relays are engineered for long life and are ideal for space-constrained control panels and automation systems. They offer flexible integration across various applications with support for a wide range of coil voltages (12 to 230 VAC/VDC). The new lower cost relays include a 6A SPDT contact configuration and built-in coil surge suppression for enhanced reliability and protection.
AutomationDirect has added ProSense HUM series humidity sensors provide reliable temperature and relative humidity (RH) measurements for HVAC, cleanroom, and general industrial applications. They offer versatile mounting options and wide measurement ranges (-4 to 140 deg F, 0 to 99.9% RH), with select models providing a seven-segment display for quick, at-a-glance monitoring.
Mouser Electronics, Inc. has recently announced a new U.S. distribution agreement with ABB. ABB has nearly 40 manufacturing, distribution, and operational facilities across 20 US states, including nine major R&D centers.
Grace Technologies has announced its collaboration with Modular Power & Data (MPD) on the newly launched Remote Power Panels (RPPs) — a next-generation solution for data centers and industrial facilities seeking enhanced safety, scalability, and predictive maintenance. These RPPs go beyond traditional power distribution by integrating Grace Technologies’ safety and condition monitoring solutions, designed to prevent downtime, reduce electrical hazards,…
Altech Corporation has announced the release of its Alsense Energy Monitor (AMR-ES3M480V5A2M), a high-precision monitoring system that provides industrial facilities with real-time energy data to optimize energy usage, reduce costs and enhance sustainability initiatives. The Alsense Energy Monitor supports both 1-phase and 3-phase systems with voltages up to 277 VAC (L – N)/ 480 VAC…
Introducing the RB-2PS Series 2-post steel open frame rack from Hammond Manufacturing. The rack rails for this product are constructed in 12-gauge steel, with base angles constructed in 1/4″ steel plates, and features EIA-310-E compliant 12-24 threaded mounting rails on one side, with square holes on the reverse – this includes marked rack unit dividers to aid in equipment mounting.
The HVAC industry is undergoing a profound transformation. Manufacturers are phasing out high-GWP HFCs in favor of next-generation refrigerants such as R-32, R-1234yf and R-290. While these alternatives support climate goals, they also present a higher ignition risk—requiring strict compliance with IEC/EN 60335-2-40 and UL 60335-2-40 safety standards. Carlo Gavazzi’s new DPA relays provide a reliable and certified response to this challenge. Designed to operate completely spark-free, they meet the ignition-free requirements for A2L and A3 refrigerants.
BAC (Baltimore Aircoil Company Inc.) announces that its immersion cooling tank has been certified as part of the Intel Data Center Certified Solution for Immersion Cooling for fourth and fifth-generation Xeon processors. The advancement of this certification program marks a significant milestone in industry efforts to validate next-generation immersion cooling solutions that meet the efficiency and sustainability demands of modern data centers.
Contec Co., Ltd. has recently developed two new industrial switching hubs—the SH-9005FT and the SH-9008FT—featuring a compact, flat design for installation in tight spaces, and DC power input with support for dual power supplies. These two new products became available to purchase on December 2, 2025. The new SH-9005FT and SH-9008FT industrial gigabit switching hubs adopt a compact, flat design that allows installation in the narrow spaces of equipment and control panels. They also conform to IEEE 802.3ab (1000BASE-T), IEEE 802.3u (100BASE-TX), and IEEE 802.3 (10BASE-T) standards and support AutoMDI/MDI-X and auto-negotiation.
igus has recently designed a one-piece, injection-molded energy chain in its E1 series, offering a simplified and more reliable cable management solution for highly compact spaces. Designers often skip cable guides in small installations — such as in food vending machines, laboratory equipment or electric doors — risking cable damage and increasing maintenance costs. This new, compact energy chain is engineered to close that gap.
The new ACOPOS M4 from B&R redefines high-performance motion control for modern manufacturing. It combines outstanding precision and power with a compact, scalable design, while tackling challenges such as predictive maintenance, scalability and machine performance. It delivers outstanding precision, power, and efficiency, all within a compact footprint and high scalability. A new embedded system enables the implementation of predictive maintenance, allowing problems to be detected before they lead to costly errors.
Positioned at the top end of its portfolio of industrial PCs, B&R, ABB’s Machine Automation Division, has launched the Automation PC 50A (APC50A). It exhibits exceptional graphics performance and improved scalable architecture to accommodate PCIe extension cards. As the challenges of industrial automation grow ever more complex in regard to Cybersecurity, AI and reliability concerns, the technologies used to control, monitor and execute processes must become ever more sophisticated. The APC50A PC is a powerful computing platform designed to accelerate innovation based on large volumes of data in real time.