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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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Downtime is one of the most expensive words in manufacturing. Every minute a production line sits idle because of a failed or missing part means lost revenue, missed deadlines, and...
Maintenance is no longer just about fixing what breaks—it’s about predicting what will. In 2025, forward-thinking manufacturers are using data-driven insights to move from reactive maintenance to predictive strategies that...
Lead times are stretching, costs are rising, and production deadlines aren’t slowing down. When an OEM quotes 8–12 weeks for a replacement drive or PLC, that’s not just a delay—it’s...
A drive fault like F005 often points to DC bus overvoltage or braking issues—decode it before it becomes downtime. When a motor drive suddenly flashes a fault code, production stops...
A control system refresh can bring order, reliability, and performance — without a full reprogramming effort. Modernizing an aging control system doesn’t have to mean starting from scratch. Across U.S....
In modern factories, heat is the silent enemy. It doesn’t make a sound, but it quietly undermines the reliability of your most critical assets—drives, PLCs, and control panels. Every degree...
Why Heat Kills Drives Every 10°C rise above a drive’s rated temperature can halve the lifespan of its electrolytic capacitors and stress power semiconductors, leading to nuisance trips, derating, and...
In 2026, global shortages, tariffs, and trade volatility are squeezing automation supply chains. Learn how to build a resilient spare parts strategy using cross-brand compatibility, predictive stocking, and Industrial Automation Co.’s verified inventory to stay ahead of disruptions.
A tripped VFD doesn’t have to mean a blown budget or a week of downtime. In many cases, the fastest path back to production is a disciplined five-minute inspection and...
In an industry where uptime is everything, engineers can’t afford to waste hours hunting for the right automation part. From drives and PLCs to sensors and HMIs, the need for...
Real-world cabinet: PowerFlex 70 with Kinetix 6500—classic hardware still driving production. Picture a bustling factory floor in Ohio, where a 20-year-old PowerFlex 70 drive still orchestrates a packaging line with...
The Allen-Bradley PowerFlex 525 is one of the most popular variable frequency drives (VFDs) on the market. Reliable, versatile, and easy to integrate with EtherNet/IP, it’s a workhorse in thousands...