Sayali Shinde, Design Engineer at Portescap, discusses the technology behind inductive sensors.

Emerson is enhancing the ASCO Series 327C solenoid valve, featuring new Intrinsically Safe and Manual Reset construction versions. The valve is designed with a direct-acting, high-flow technology that offers superior flow-to-power ratios, making it ideal for high-demand industries such as power plants, refineries and chemical processing facilities.

In modern automation systems, the demand for compact, interference-resistant connection solutions continues to grow. binder is expanding its existing M8 portfolio with molded, 360 degree shielded signal connectors.

BOPLA has introduced BoVersa, a new enclosure concept designed for next-generation IoT, wireless, embedded and instrumentation systems. Combining modern design with robust engineering, BoVersa delivers maximum flexibility for equipment designers while ensuring long-term reliability, even in challenging outdoor environments.

From assembly lines to food processing facilities, worker safety is always a top priority. Companies are constantly working to protect employees from hazards, but when equipment is outdated or modifications are needed, safety improvements can appear to come with a high price. But as the experts at Fortress Safety explain, enhancing safety doesn't always require expensive modifications.

Rockwell Automation has announced the launch of FactoryTalk Design Workbench, a free design software built specifically for micro control systems. Version 1 supports Micro800 controllers and provides a unified workspace for programming, configuration and troubleshooting.

In food and beverage, the stakes are especially high; a single point of delay can undo the efficiencies achieved everywhere else. Here, Beth Ragdale, software business manager at Beckhoff UK, explains why tackling bottlenecks requires a rethink of traditional production lines, moving beyond purely mechanical fixes to embrace flexible, software-driven solutions.

The new Eplan Platform 2026 is here. Eplan has used this opportunity to completely redevelop its entire portfolio, with an even greater focus on customers and their requirements in their respective market segments.

The new PSD-SL LED signal light series from Phoenix Contact is a compact solution for application-oriented signalling directly on machine functions. The lights are versatile, robustly built and suitable for both indoor and outdoor use.

Tapeswitch has launched its new HaloProtect system, providing rapid-response collision protection for mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs) to help avoid equipment damage and minimise operator risk.