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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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Programmable Logic Controllers
If you’ve ever wired a proximity sensor to a PLC input and gotten unexpected results—or worse, damaged a module—you’re not alone. The terms sinking and sourcing are among the most misunderstood...
Drives & Motors
The choice between smart motor controllers and traditional starters isn’t just a matter of technology—it’s a strategic decision that can impact your facility’s uptime, energy use, and long-term operating costs. While...
Programmable Logic Controllers
Allen-Bradley PLCs are trusted worldwide, but even the best control systems can run into trouble. Whether you’re working with CompactLogix, ControlLogix, or MicroLogix, this...
Technology Insights
A Northeast chemical plant risked production delays when their Siemens S7-300 PLC began failing after 20 years of service. They turned to Industrial Automation Co., a veteran-owned distributor in Raleigh, NC,...
Programmable Logic Controllers
A Midwest packaging plant faced a sudden halt when their Siemens S7-1500 PLC lost communication with its I/O modules, costing $15,000 in downtime. They turned to Industrial Automation Co., a veteran-owned...
Technology Insights
An automotive plant in Texas struggled with inefficient PLC programming, causing frequent production halts. They partnered with Industrial Automation Co., a veteran-owned distributor in Raleigh, NC, to optimize their Siemens S7-1500...
Programmable Logic Controllers
A Midwest manufacturer faced a critical choice: replace a failing PLC to keep their production line running or risk costly downtime. They turned to Industrial Automation Co., a veteran-owned distributor in...
Drives & Motors
Modern automation requires more than just power—it demands control, connectivity, and adaptability. The Allen-Bradley PowerFlex 525 AC Drive meets that challenge with a compact footprint, modular hardware, and built-in safety features....
Technology Insights
May 1st has long been known as International Workers’ Day — a time to honor the industrial workforce that built and powered the modern world. But in 2025, that workforce...
Drives & Motors
You’ve just unpacked a new Allen-Bradley PowerFlex 700 drive. You wire it up, power it on, and suddenly it starts power-cycling. No motor leads connected. Voltage seems fine. The drive...
Drives & Motors
In industrial environments, maintenance isn’t optional—it’s essential. That’s especially true for components like the Allen-Bradley PowerFlex 700, a high-performance variable frequency drive (VFD) used across manufacturing and processing lines. Downtime...
Drives & Motors
In an industry racing toward smarter, faster, and more connected automation, some hardware still stands the test of time. The Allen-Bradley PowerFlex 700 is one of those rare drives that continues...