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March 5, 2026 – AutomationDirect now offers STRIDE PRO Unmanaged+ industrial Ethernet switches which are a step up from basic unmanaged switches, adding efficient network optimization by seamlessly integrating essential features such as IGMP snooping (traffic prioritization), port monitoring, port alarms, VLAN support, and more. IGMP snooping ends network flooding by transmitting data only to…

March 4, 2026 – AutomationDirect now offers Sensy 2172L series single point, 5510 series shear beam, and 2782 series tension/compression load cells that deliver flexible solutions for weighing and force measurement. They are ideal for applications ranging from small packaging scales to rugged industrial tanks and conveyor systems. Built from aircraft-grade aluminum or stainless steel,…

March 4, 2026 – AutomationDirect now offers Schmersal PROTECT PSC1 safety controller which is a compact safety control system with scalable I/O from a trusted leader in machine safety. E-stops, light grids, and almost any safety device can be monitored with ease, and the universal interface ensures instant connection to every standard fieldbus. The base…

February 18, 2026 – AutomationDirect has added stripping, cutting, and crimping tools from Weidmuller which are designed to streamline wiring tasks with greater speed, precision, and consistency. The STRIPAX PLUS 2.5 combines cutting, stripping, and ferrule crimping in one compact tool, allowing complete terminations with minimal motion. Linked ferrule strips (sold separately) feed automatically into…

February 11, 2026 – AutomationDirect has added TE Connectivity Snap-on markers which are “C” profile wire labels designed for quick and easy application onto wires that are already terminated. These markers can be applied or changed without disconnecting the wire, offering significant time savings compared to on-site printing or handwriting for small jobs. Each marker…

February 4, 2026 – AutomationDirect has added Endress+Hauser Picomag magnetic‑inductive flowmeters with EPDM seals that enable additional applications beyond those supported by the existing FKM seals. Picomag series flow meters measure conductive liquids (≥10 μS/cm) up to 198 GPM, and simultaneously monitor flow, temperature, and volume. They include two configurable I/O points supporting analog, pulse,…

February 4, 2026, – AutomationDirect has added P1-04TEPS and P2-08TEPS modules provide solid state relay options for the Productivity1000 and Productivity2000 PLC families. These modules are ideal for applications requiring extensive or extremely fast load switching and offer longer lifespans, greater reliability, near-instantaneous switching, and less electrical noise than electromechanical relays due to their lack…

February 4, 2026 – AutomationDirect now offers WIKA NSF-certified mechanical pressure gauges deliver precision and reliability for drinking water and food and beverage applications. The lineup includes dry and liquid-filled mechanical pressure gauges with lead-free wetted parts, as well as manual needle valves for instrument isolation and flow control. WIKA pressure gauges meet NSF/ANSI 61…