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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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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....
When engineers move from the Siemens S7-1200 to the S7-1500 platform, the leap isn’t just about performance—it’s about advanced capabilities that fundamentally reshape how automation systems are designed, secured, and...
Inflation isn’t just raising prices—it’s reshaping production schedules, sourcing decisions, and maintenance strategies. Factories that combine automation with real-time data are absorbing cost shocks, stabilizing output, and protecting margins. Below,...
Performance and price usually headline PLC decisions, but the real differentiator shows up later — during maintenance. A controller that’s inexpensive to buy can become costly to keep if...
Walk into almost any factory in the U.S., and you’ll likely see a surprising sight: production lines running on programmable logic controllers (PLCs) that are 15, 20, or even 30...
Reshoring isn’t a buzzword anymore—it’s a structural shift. Tariffs, fragile global supply chains, and new incentives are pushing U.S. manufacturers to bring work home. Automation makes that viable by lifting...
As we approach the winter slowdown in late September 2025, many factories are preparing for seasonal shutdowns—whether for holidays, maintenance, or reduced demand. These pauses are useful, but idle variable frequency...
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Allen-Bradley vs. Siemens PLCs: Which One Fits Your Plant? | IAC IAC Sourcing Notice Sourcing Allen-Bradley Parts?IAC Does Not Sell Allen-Bradley — But We Stock Every Equivalent Submit your...
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When a production line goes down, every second counts. Yet too many facilities treat spare parts as an afterthought, leading to costly delays, excessive overnight shipping fees, and production losses...
This step-by-step guide shows how to modernize proactively—reducing downtime risk, improving efficiency, and keeping costs under control. Step 1: Identify Obsolete Drives Step 2: Assess System Requirements Step 3: Select...
Choosing a variable frequency drive (VFD) or servo drive looks simple on paper: match voltage and horsepower, drop it in, and run. In the field, small oversights turn into nuisance...
On this solemn anniversary of September 11, 2001, Industrial Automation Co. takes a moment to reflect on the profound impact of that tragic day. We pause to honor the extraordinary...
