Featured: Editorial
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PBUS@C-level: An Interview with Dave Doherty, CEO at DigiKey
PBUS contributing editor Barb Jorgensen and Dave Doherty, CEO at DigiKey discuss ongoing challenges in the supply chain and the current demand cycle fueled, in part, by AI.
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OT Cybersecurity at the Core of Smart Manufacturing
Manufacturers are operating in a more connected environment than ever before. That connectivity has driven gains in efficiency and visibility, but it has also introduced new risks. The 11th Annual State of Smart Manufacturing Report from Rockwell Automation lays this out clearly: 36 percent of respondents cite risk reduction as a top outcome of digital transformation, and…
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The IT Closet Isn’t Dead – It’s More Important Than Ever
If you spend any time reading about data centers, you’d think every company is building AI clusters with liquid cooling and hundreds of GPU servers. They’re not. Most businesses still rely on something much less exciting, but far more common: the IT closet. It’s the room down the hall. Sometimes it’s a converted storage room. Sometimes…
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Integrate your production to achieve flawless consistency and operational fluency. By combining Rittal’s modular hardware with Eplan’s data-driven design, you bridge the gaps that cause delays, rework, and rising costs. Replace friction with a unified system built to outpace targets and scale faster.
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Modular Power for Healthcare Systems
MEAN WELL’s NMP Series delivers configurable 650W or 1200W power in a compact 1U low-profile design for healthcare and medical equipment applications. With adjustable 5V, 12V, 24V, and 48V outputs, universal AC input, full protection features, and Medical 2x MOPP plus ITE safety approvals, it supports flexible system design. Backed by a 5-year warranty.
Featured: In the Panel Products
Products for Panel Builders
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celduc relais: New Quad SMQR Series Solid State Relay
Celduc’s Solid State Relays are designed for industrial applications where fast and long electrical life in switching is required. The company has just launched a new range of Quad AC Output Solid State Relay. With this new SMQR Series you will get four independently controlled AC output Solid State Relays in an industry standard package. With the… Read More…
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AutomationDirect: WAGO 207 Series Gelboxes and Additional Splicing Connectors
WAGO 207 series gelboxes deliver reliable, maintenance-free moisture protection for electrical connections in some of the toughest environments. Engineered for compatibility with WAGO’s 221 series LEVER-NUTS and 2773 series PUSHWIRE connectors, these compact enclosures are filled with a specialized silicone-free sealing gel that fully encapsulates conductors, providing IPX8-rated protection against water intrusion and harsh outdoor… Read More…
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New Generation AC/DC DIN Rail Power Supply
MEAN WELL’s XDR, XDR-E, and XTR AC-DC DIN rail power supplies target diverse grid needs: XDR for premium single-phase, XDR-E for cost-performance balance, and XTR for three-phase value. Featuring compact design, up to 96% efficiency, multiple output voltages, broad certifications, rugged reliability, and competitive pricing, they suit industrial automation, energy, networking, and semiconductor applications.
Featured: Enclosure Products
Products for Enclosure Products
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OKW: Modular INTERFACE-TERMINAL Enclosures For Building Control Electronics
More electronics designers are specifying OKW’s INTERFACE-TERMINAL modular plastic enclosures for building control. Elegant INTERFACE-TERMINAL is ideal for smart building controls, building management systems (BMS), HVAC, energy management and access control. BMS applications include BACnet networks, Modbus controllers, KNX installations, LonWorks systems and MQTT IoT gateways. Read More…
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nVent HOFFMAN: ModCenter Now Stocked in North America
nVent HOFFMAN is excited to announce newly created standard ModCenter packages, stocked locally in North America, reducing lead times. Available in 3 different models: ModCenter 263, ModCenter 280 and ModCenter 293. Each model comes with a standard accessory package that includes several features. Read More…
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Evolving PLC Programming for Modern Automation
Modern PLC programming is rapidly evolving to meet smarter, more connected automation demands. Discover how new paradigms, tools and integration strategies are reshaping industrial control. Read the article from Mouser Electronics to discover what it all means for your next industrial automation design.
Featured Articles
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Single Use Support Speeds Design Cycle for Pharmaceutical Industry With Siemens Xcelerator
Siemens had recently announced that Single Use Support, a provider of innovative single-use technologies for fluid and cold chain management products for the pharmaceutical industry, has adopted Siemens Xcelerator to reduce lead times for designing, developing and automating systems and consumables for filling, freezing, storing and transporting sensitive liquids such as vaccines. Read More…
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Rockwell Automation Helps Ken’s Foods Streamline End-of-Line Operations
Rockwell Automation, Inc. modernizes end-of-line operations at Ken’s Foods, improving performance, reducing complexity and supporting continued growth. Legacy equipment, limited visibility and conveyor layouts that restrict material flow create inefficiencies across packaging and palletizing. Traditional cabinet-based automation architecture also slows maintenance, requiring technicians to access remote panels to troubleshoot. Read More…
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Built to Perform Better, Designed to Work Together
Integrate your production to achieve flawless consistency and operational fluency. By combining Rittal’s modular hardware with Eplan’s data-driven design, you bridge the gaps that cause delays, rework, and rising costs. Replace friction with a unified system built to outpace targets and scale faster.
Sponsored Content
Standardized Remote I/O for Faster, More Repeatable Builds
Control panel projects often slow down because of inconsistent I/O layouts, wiring variability, controller changes, and duplicated engineering effort. This Weidmuller technical brief explains how standardized remote I/O stations can help panel builders create reusable designs, simplify commissioning, support multiple industrial protocols, and improve long-term maintainability across machines, facilities, and customer platforms.
News for Panel Builders
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Graybar Completes Acquisition of Samson Electrical Supply
Graybar has recently announced that it has successfully completed its acquisition of Samson Electrical Supply. The completion of this transaction follows the initial announcement made on July 17, 2026. With the closing of this deal, Samson Electrical Supply is now a wholly owned subsidiary of Graybar. Samson Electrical Supply President Michael Cohen and his team… Read More…
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Hammond Appoints ConnexIT as Midwest Region Representative
Hammond Manufacturing is pleased to announce the appointment of ConnexIT, LLC as its new representative firm for the Great Lakes region. ConnexIT will represent Hammond’s Rack Mounting Solutions division throughout Northern Illinois, Indiana, Western Wisconsin, and Michigan. Based in Naperville, Illinois, ConnexIT is led by Principal John Joyce, who brings more than 35 years of… Read More…
Featured: Videos
The World’s first AI-Generated Control Cabinet. Impossible? Watch This:
99% faster control cabinet design. Impossible? Watch this. 👇
WS CAD recently joined forces with their partners ABB, Phoenix Contact, and häwa to reveal the world’s first AI-generated control cabinet. This isn’t just a concept; it’s a fully functional, production-ready reality. In this video, they showcase the world’s first AI-generated control cabinet workflow using WSCAD ELECTRIX AI. Witness how their AI Copilot automates technical tasks and enables a continuous data flow directly to the workshop floor, featuring hardware solutions from their partner, Phoenix Contact.