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Industrial Automation Co, located in Raleigh, NC, is a global reseller of hard-to-find and obsolete industrial automation parts. We offer comprehensive customer support and a top-tier warranty on all products
FANUC is one of the most widely used control platforms in industrial automation—and for good reason. Across thousands of machine shops and production lines worldwide, FANUC CNC systems power everything from basic mills to complex multi-axis machining centers. In fact, a significant portion of the world’s CNC machines rely...
FANUC is one of the most widely used control platforms in industrial automation—and for good reason. Across thousands of machine shops and production lines worldwide, FANUC CNC systems power...
If your variable frequency drive keeps tripping on overload even though the motor and drive are properly sized, you're not alone. This is one of the most common and frustrating...
Many manufacturers believe redundancy is built into their automation systems. They have spare machines. Backup programs. Extra capacity on paper. A second shift can make up for lost production. Then...
Most production downtime does not begin with a dramatic failure. It starts with a single automation issue that escalates because there is no clear recovery path. A drive fault will...
Plant engineers and reliability managers know the reality: many facilities still rely on PLCs, DCS components, and field devices installed 15–25 years ago. These systems often run reliably day-to-day, but...
Modern industrial robots in action on a U.S. production line – the front line of reshoring competitiveness in a tariff-impacted world. Plant engineers, reliability managers, and procurement teams in U.S....
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Technology Insights
Labor shortages continue to challenge U.S. manufacturers in 2025. From retiring baby boomers to a lack of younger workers entering the trades, factories are under pressure to maintain output while...
Technology Insights
Industrial automation is everywhere—from food processing lines to high-tech automotive plants. Yet despite its proven value, many misconceptions still keep decision-makers second-guessing when and how to embrace it. Use this...
Technology Insights
Artificial intelligence dominates headlines in 2025. From chatbots to self-driving cars, AI is everywhere. But when the buzzword makes its way into manufacturing circles, many engineers and plant managers roll...
Programmable Logic Controllers
For decades, programmable logic controllers (PLCs) have been the backbone of industrial automation. From assembly lines to water treatment plants, these controllers quietly handle the logic that keeps factories moving....
Technology Insights
Global sourcing has always promised lower sticker prices, but in 2025, the picture is far more complicated. With tariffs dominating the headlines, it’s easy to assume duties are the only...
Maintenance
When a critical automation component goes down, every minute counts. Conservative estimates for smaller plants run $6k–$30k per hour, while recent surveys place typical averages around $125k–$260k per hour, and...
Technology Insights
Approving an automation upgrade isn’t just a purchase order. It’s a high-stakes decision that can either push production forward—or create costly downtime, integration headaches, and hidden expenses. Use this 10-question...
Drives & Motors
The Siemens SINAMICS S120 is a modular, high-performance drive system designed for applications requiring precision, scalability, and multi-axis control. Unlike fixed, single-drive solutions, the S120 uses a building-block architecture that lets...
Drives & Motors
Line modules are the backbone of the SINAMICS S120 power train. They take AC power from the plant mains and convert it to the DC link that feeds the motor...
Drives & Motors
In the Siemens SINAMICS S120 modular drive system, motor modules convert the DC link voltage from the line module into variable-frequency AC for your motors. They’re responsible for speed, torque, and...
Drives & Motors
If your facility still runs workhorses like the Allen-Bradley 1336 PLUS or Yaskawa G7, you’re in good company. These drives were built to last—and many still do. The real risk...
Drives & Motors
When you think about the power and precision of a modern motion control system, it’s easy to picture the motors and drives doing the heavy lifting. But behind every successful...