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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
How a bottling and filling line works: the drives, PLCs, HMIs and encoders behind filling, capping and labeling, how to size each part, and how IAC keeps the control stack in stock.
How a bottling and filling line works: the drives, PLCs, HMIs and encoders behind filling, capping and labeling, how to size each part, and how IAC keeps the control stack...
Picking a drive for a new build is really three decisions stacked together: what type of drive the application needs, how to size it correctly, and which brand you can...
Every custom machine — whether it's a single-station cell or a multi-axis production platform — needs the same core control architecture underneath it. Here's what goes into a set of...
Every custom machine — whether it's a single-station cell or a multi-axis production platform — needs the same core control architecture underneath it. Here's what goes into a set of...
Open any industrial control cabinet and you'll find the same core building blocks doing the same core jobs — power, protection, logic, control, and cooling. Here's what's inside, what each...
Every automated machine — from a conveyor line to a five-axis CNC — runs on the same basic loop: an operator command, a controller, a drive, a motor, and feedback...
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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.
A control system refresh can bring order, reliability, and performance — without a full reprogramming effort.
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...
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 premature failures. Most “mystery...
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...
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...
Picture a bustling factory floor in Ohio, where a 20-year-old PowerFlex 70 drive still orchestrates a packaging line with the precision of a metronome. Or a Michigan auto plant, where...
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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...
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The Allen-Bradley PowerFlex 525 is one of the most widely used VFDs in modern automation. Known for its compact design, built-in EtherNet/IP, and flexible programming, it’s the go-to drive for...
The Siemens S7-1200 is one of the most popular PLCs for small-to-midsize automation. Compact, powerful, and cost-effective, it’s a favorite in packaging, material handling, food processing, and OEM machine builds.
