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New Zealand is home to Define Instruments, an Auckland-based company that turns data into action for companies worldwide. Learn more in this Supplier Profile! library.automationdirect.com/supplier-profi…

This issue of Automation Notebook is full of power, literally! Enjoy articles about the power and currents that keep machines running and much more! library.automationdirect.com/issue-57-2025/…

One small mistake in circuit protection can destroy an entire control panel. A real-world failure led to total equipment loss, major downtime, and even a lawsuit—all because protection was undersized for the available fault current. This article covers 5 common circuit

"Control panels are shrinking, but demands keep growing. ⚙️ The P1-M622-16DR Productivity1000 Mini PLC delivers big capability in a compact footprint—built-in I/O, powerful comms, and free Productivity Suite software. 👉 Read the article 👉 See it at AutomationDirect.com

Point-to-point wireless I/O technologies provide a helpful solution for efficient low-I/O-count remote connectivity. Learn more now! library.automationdirect.com/overcoming-pro…

Fight off the holiday haze with our brainteasers! How many can you solve? library.automationdirect.com/brainteasers-i…

AutomationDirect has added more Flowline LR80 series EchoBeam FMCW radar level sensors that increase sensing ranges up to 393.7 ft (120 m) for liquids and 196.8 ft (60 m) for bulk solids. Learn more now! library.automationdirect.com/flowline-echob…

AutomationDirect has added Hammond Aluminum Command Enclosure (ACE) series HMI enclosures which offer a versatile solution for housing your HMI devices. Read more now! library.automationdirect.com/hammond-hmi-en…

AutomationDirect has added more WEG CFW500 washdown AC drives that increase the horsepower offering of this series—up to 30 hp for the 460 VAC models and up to 20 hp for the 230 VAC models. Learn more now! library.automationdirect.com/weg-cfw500-ac-…

AutomationDirect has added more Epson LabelWorks heat-shrink tube labels that offer a durable, professional, and permanent labeling solution. Learn more now! library.automationdirect.com/k-sun-epson-he…

AutomationDirect has added more innovative terminal block solutions which are designed for flexibility, safety, and space efficiency. Learn more now! library.automationdirect.com/konnect-it-scr…

Learn more about IEC gearboxes and how you can use them! youtube.com/shorts/rpRSEYl…

In industrial automation, sensing isn’t optional — it’s essential. From detecting presence and position to ensuring quality and safety, reliable sensors keep factory floors and automated warehouses running smarter and safer. That’s where Datasensing comes in. We are proud to

AutomationDirect has added Klemsan TDS series timer relays that offer a comprehensive selection for various timing needs. Learn more now! library.automationdirect.com/klemsan-tds-ti…

AutomationDirect now offers Wera foam tray tool sets that provide utmost organization and accessibility, with each tray featuring a durable foam construction, clear tool outlines, and color-coding for quick identification and inventory control. library.automationdirect.com/wera-screwdriv…

📊 Don’t wait this long to upgrade your panel meters. Analog panel meters deliver clear, real-time monitoring of voltage, current, frequency, and more—no programming required. Reliable, easy to read, and cost-effective for panel upgrades. #AutomationDirect #PanelMeters

Discover how EtherCAT delivers fast and reliable motion control with this step-by-step demo using the LS Electric XMC PLC as the EtherCAT master and the DURApulse GS30 drive as a node. We walk you through the simple setup process, explain the EtherCAT data structure (RxPDO and

💨 Struggling with pneumatic circuit diagrams? Learn how to read the key symbols — from valve positions and flow paths to ports and actuators — in this beginner-friendly guide! 📊🔍 library.automationdirect.com/pneumatic-circ…

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