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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
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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
Technology Insights
Executive Summary:Tariffs on critical factory components, including PLCs, HMIs, drives, motors, and automation parts, are surging in 2025. With trade tensions between the U.S., China, and Europe escalating, supply chains...
