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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
Cross-Reference Guide · Allen Bradley Alternatives ControlLogix & CompactLogix on Backorder?The Siemens & Mitsubishi Cross-Reference When a ControlLogix or CompactLogix system is stuck behind a lead time — or the platform is heading toward end-of-life — Siemens S7-1500 and Mitsubishi Q-series are the two platforms controls engineers reach for. Here's...
Cross-Reference Guide · Allen Bradley Alternatives ControlLogix & CompactLogix on Backorder?The Siemens & Mitsubishi Cross-Reference When a ControlLogix or CompactLogix system is stuck behind a lead time — or the...
Engineer's Field Guide · WEG The WEG Playbook:CFW Drives, W22 Motors & Where They Fit WEG has quietly become one of the largest motor and drive manufacturers in the world...
Engineer's Field Guide · Schneider Electric The Schneider Electric Playbook:Altivar, Modicon & Zelio Explained Schneider's automation footprint spans three distinct product families under one badge. Here's how to navigate Altivar...
Comparison Guide · Siemens vs Mitsubishi Siemens vs Mitsubishi PLCs:Which Platform Fits Your Application? Two of the world's most widely deployed PLC platforms, head to head — TIA Portal vs...
Buyer Education · Part Conditions New, Refurbished, or Repaired?How to Choose the Right Automation Part Condition Refurbished vs. new industrial parts means something different at every supplier. Here's exactly what...
Engineer's Field Guide · OMRON Automation The OMRON Playbook:PLCs, Servo Drives & Safety Components Explained From legacy CJ/CS racks still running the plant floor to current-generation Sysmac NJ/NX controllers, here's...
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Drives & Motors
When it comes to industrial automation, staying current doesn't always mean chasing the newest model. In many factories across the U.S., legacy drives like the Allen-Bradley PowerFlex 70 still run the...
Maintenance
Every minute of unplanned downtime chips away at your revenue, customer satisfaction, and production goals. And while predictive maintenance has come a long way, not every failure can be predicted....
Programmable Logic Controllers
In modern industrial settings, safety is more than a requirement—it’s a responsibility. That’s where Safety PLCs step in. These specialized controllers do more than automate machinery; they ensure critical operations...
Human Machine Interfaces
Legacy SCADA systems were once sufficient, but by 2025, “just showing data” no longer meets the requirements. Today’s manufacturers need platforms that go beyond basic monitoring to support real-time decision-making,...
Human Machine Interfaces
Choosing an HMI/SCADA platform isn’t just about features—it’s also about the people, pricing, and support behind the software. Once you’ve narrowed down your feature list, the final step is to...
Human Machine Interfaces
Skim Summary:Should we choose a code-based, no-code, or hybrid HMI/SCADA system? This guide breaks down the pros, cons, and best-fit use cases for each. You'll learn how to evaluate complexity,...
Human Machine Interfaces
Selecting the right HMI/SCADA software is a decision that can impact your operations for the next 10+ years. With today’s systems supporting everything from real-time analytics to cloud integration, your...
Human Machine Interfaces
HMI/SCADA systems are the unsung heroes of industrial automation. From managing large-scale utilities to fine-tuning factory operations, these platforms are central to how we monitor, control, and optimize complex processes....
Drives & Motors
AC drives aren’t just for adjusting motor speed. In today’s industrial world, they’re enabling energy recovery, precision control, and automation in ways that might surprise you. From elevators to solar...
Drives & Motors
In the world of industrial automation, performance upgrades don’t always mean a full system overhaul. For OEMs and engineers managing aging equipment, the Mitsubishi FR-A740-00120-NA strikes the ideal balance: modern...
Comparison Guides
When it comes to reliable servo drive performance, Mitsubishi’s MR-J2S series remains one of the most trusted options in industrial automation. But within that series, choosing between the Mitsubishi MR-J2S-100B and...
Maintenance
When your Mitsubishi MR-J2S servo drive starts acting up, the first instinct may be to replace it. But not so fast—many MR-J2S issues are solvable with proper troubleshooting, and in many...
