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May 2026 Newsletter

Phoenix Contact USA
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Supplier Spotlight: Phoenix Contact

 

Phoenix Contact continues to push industrial automation forward with technologies designed to connect, protect, and optimize modern manufacturing environments. Known globally for their innovation in industrial connectivity, networking, power supplies, PLCs, and control solutions, Phoenix Contact helps manufacturers create smarter, more agile operations built for the future. 

 

From advanced automation platforms like PLCnext Technology to reliable terminal blocks, industrial Ethernet, surge protection, and power management solutions, Phoenix Contact delivers the tools needed to improve system performance, flexibility, and communication across the plant floor.

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Event Spotlight

    Tech Tour 26 - Duluth Newsletter

    Product Spotlights

      ABB PoWa

      New ABB Robotics launches high-speed PoWa™ cobot family

       

      The new PoWa family from ABB Robotics addresses a long‑standing gap in the market between traditional cobots and conventional industrial robots.

       

      PoWa includes six different payload categories, from 7kg to 30kg, the longest reach and highest arm load on the market and best-in-class top speed of up to 5.8 m/s.*

       

      *Speed of PoWa™ 10 and PoWa™ 13

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      Rittal
      Rittal Bluee+

      In-Stock Enclosure cooling units and accessories

       

      Beat the heat with in-stock enclosure cooling units that provide up to 75% avg. energy savings* (vs. conventional units).

       

      Keep the internal temperature of critical enclosures at a consistent level regardless of the outdoor temperature. Rittal's Blue e+ technology offers the world's highest energy efficiency for enclosure cooling.

       

      *Blue e+ cooling unit series

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      Banner Engineering
      Banner Logic 2

      New Logic that runs in the field

       

      Expanding on Banner’s Remote I/O line, DXMR50 Logic Blocks combine flexible I/O options and configurable control in a single, sealed block that brings logic out of the cabinet and into the field.

       

      Basic logic and arithmetic functions like AND, OR, counting, and analog summing or difference can all be run directly on machines and easily deployed using free configuration software—no enclosure, no DIN rail, no panel wiring, and no complicated programming required.

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      Turck
      Turck Piece

      New Smarter I/O at the cabinet level

       

      Meet the new FEN20 IO-Link Master from TURCK - the FEN20-8IOL. This 8-channel powerhouse leverages IO-Link technology and simplifies everything from initial configuration to device monitoring. IO-Link capabilities provide easy configuration and simpler device replacement.

       

      ✅ Each C/Q pin is individually configurable as a digital input or output

      ✅ Supports COM1, COM2, and COM3 transmission rates

      ✅ 8 channels of smart connectivity in a streamlined FEN20 form factor

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      ABB
      ABB Drives

      One drive. Endless applications.

       

      The ABB ACS580 variable frequency drive is designed to simplify motor control while delivering reliable performance across a wide range of industrial applications.

       

      ✅ Easy to select, commission, and operate

      ✅ Built‑in energy efficiency

      ✅ All‑compatible design

      ✅ Lifecycle support

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      New Features – CTS safety interlock

       

      The CTS safety interlock from Euchner combines guard locking, position monitoring, and control into one device—reducing components, wiring, and install time.

       

      New Increased locking force
      Enhanced holding force Fmax = 5,000N

      Improves gate security and supports more demanding applications.

       

      FlexFunction RFID actuator technology
      One switch, multiple functions—easily reconfigured via actuator to reduce SKUs and future-proof designs.

       

      New Rockwell integration options

      Native variants for GuardLink™ series connection
      Models compatible with ArmorBlock® distributed I/O
      Streamlines integration into Rockwell architectures

       

      New Escape release flexibility
      Extension kit available for easier implementation of escape release in larger or complex guarding setups.

       

      High safety rating
      Supports up to PL e / Cat. 4 (ISO 13849-1) for critical safety circuits.

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      Puls Piece

      Decentralized field power supplies

       

      With FIEPOS (short for FIEld POwer Supply) PULS presents a new type of power supply that was developed precisely for decentralized applications: A field power supply with protection class IP54, IP65 and IP67 that is available from stock, is easy to install and flexible enough to meet the diverse requirements of modular factory automation.

       

      In short, PULS' field power supplies are the alternative to a power supply in the centralized control cabinet, decentralized on-site control box or a customer-specific solution.

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      News and Events

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        Training & Events

        Visit our Training & Events page for on-demand and upcoming events.

        • June 2, 2026 | Webinar | Horner | OCS360 Tips & Tricks
        • June 18, 2026 | Duluth, MN | Power/mation | Tech Tour '26
        • July 30, 2026 | Beloit, WI | Power/mation | Tech Tour '26
        • September 29, 2026 | Sioux Falls, SD | Power/mation | Tech Tour '26

        Price Adjustments

          May 2026

           

          May 1, 2026
          Bishop Wisecarver, KB Electronics, Nidec, Phoenix

           

          May 4, 2026
          Tolomatic, Bodine, Hammond Mfg

           

          May 30, 2026
          Recora

          Upcoming

           

          June 1, 2026
          Horner, Encoder

           

          June 15, 2026
          Horner, Winsmith

           

          July 1, 2026
          Banner, TE Connectivity

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