16th Apr 2026
We are pleased to announce that Pacific Automation, alongside Qonnect, has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Advantech at the Advantech ASEAN Connect Conference 2026, held…
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30th Mar 2026
At Pacific Automation, looking after people has always been part of how we operate. From the early days as a family business through to supporting customers across Australia today, the focus has…
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24th Mar 2026
Remote I/O modules sit between your field devices and your controller, collecting sensor data and sending commands to actuators across a network. Choosing the wrong one creates problems that are…
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10th Mar 2026
Reliable detection and measurement are critical in automated systems. However, many industrial environments involve conditions that can make sensing difficult. Materials may be transparent…
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3rd Mar 2026
Encoders are small components with a big impact. When they fail, conveyors stop. Drives trip. Positioning is lost. Production is interrupted. In many industrial environments acro…
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23rd Jan 2026
In many industrial sites, dust isn’t just a housekeeping issue, it’s an explosion risk, so selecting the correct lighting greatly helps to reduce risk and keep workers safe.…
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21st Jan 2026
The switch from 6000K to 4000K LED lighting in industrial environments isn’t just a trend, it’s a deliberate shift toward better visibility, comfort, and safety. …
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9th Jan 2026
A late instrument addition, a control philosophy update, or a scope adjustment can quickly turn a clean marshalling design into a source of delays and rework. {…
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9th Jan 2026
In environments where uptime, speed of installation, and durability are critical, Weidmüller’s BLB Series unmanaged Ethernet switches, available through Pacific Automation, provide a s…
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9th Jan 2026
From PLCs and I/O modules to sensors, communications, and safety equipment, stable DC power ensures systems operate continuously and predictably. The Weidmüller PROeco II power supply range,…
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8th Dec 2025
Lighting often gets left until late in a project timeline. But if it’s not designed properly, it can lead to safety issues, compliance problems, and unnecessary maintenance, all of which add c…
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4th Dec 2025
For decades, T5 and T8 fluorescent tubes have been the workhorses of industrial lighting. They’ve lit our walkways, processing areas, switch rooms, and plant infrastructure reliably&…
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