October 2025 Automation & Control Systems Newsroom
October 2025 marks a major shift in industrial automation and control systems. In this edition of the ECAICO Automation Control Systems Newsroom, we spotlight the latest global innovations and industrial updates shaping the future of Automation, Control Systems, and Smart Sensors.
October 2025 witnessed a surge in AI-assisted control platforms, next-generation PLCs, and OT cybersecurity frameworks. Leading players—including Rockwell Automation, Schneider Electric, and Siemens—revealed forward-thinking technologies bridging factory automation, robotics, and digital-twin ecosystems.
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The month also underscored the tightening integration between industrial automation and cyber-physical control. From new controller architectures to real-time SCADA systems and AI-driven process optimization, the transformation of the connected industry continues at pace. This newsroom compiles highlights across automation, control, instrumentation, and sensors—showcasing the key engineering milestones that define the Industry 4.0 evolution and its pathway toward Industry 5.0 collaboration between humans and intelligent machines.
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Automation Systems — October 2025
October 2025 brought a wave of significant updates in the automation and control landscape—from major acquisitions and cybersecurity alliances to new industrial hardware and interoperability frameworks. The momentum of digital transformation continues, blending artificial intelligence, robotics, and OT/IT convergence across manufacturing sectors. Below are eight key developments shaping the automation domain this month.
1. SoftBank to acquire ABB Robotics for $5.375B
SoftBank Group announced a definitive agreement to acquire ABB Robotics, a strategic move aimed at advancing AI-driven automation in global manufacturing. The acquisition reinforces the growing link between artificial intelligence, industrial robotics, and smart factory ecosystems.
2. Emerson upgrades PACSystems IPC 2010 for edge analytics
Emerson enhanced its PACSystems IPC 2010 industrial PC with upgraded processing and memory, enabling more efficient edge analytics, real-time visualization, and data connectivity. The update strengthens Emerson’s position in scalable industrial computing solutions.
3. Sword joins ISA Global Cybersecurity Alliance and ISASecure
The International Society of Automation (ISA) welcomed Sword as a new member of the ISA Global Cybersecurity Alliance and ISASecure program. The partnership promotes broader adoption of ISA/IEC 62443 standards, enhancing industrial automation system resilience.
4. Mitsubishi Electric launches FR-D800 inverter series
Mitsubishi Electric introduced its new FR-D800 series of variable-frequency drives, designed for simplified installation, improved energy efficiency, and enhanced connectivity. The launch supports energy-conscious automation in industrial and commercial sectors.
5. AAS network meeting held in Frankfurt by IDTA and ARENA2036
The fifth expert meeting on the Asset Administration Shell (AAS) gathered industry professionals in Frankfurt to discuss interoperability, digital twins, and lifecycle integration for Industrie 4.0 assets. The session highlighted collaborative progress toward standardized data exchange.
6. OPC UA online workshop hosted by Prosys OPC
Prosys OPC conducted a three-day online workshop on implementing OPC UA architecture using multiple programming SDKs. The event emphasized certificate management, interoperability, and secure industrial data exchange ahead of 2026 deployments.
7. CISA issues new industrial control systems advisory
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) released an updated ICS advisory to guide operational technology defenders in mitigating risks to critical infrastructure. The notice underlined proactive vulnerability management within industrial control systems.
8. Schneider Electric Innovation Summit focuses on automation and AI
Schneider Electric hosted its Innovation Summit in Copenhagen, showcasing trends in electrification, automation, and artificial intelligence integration. The event emphasized digital efficiency and sustainable transformation in global manufacturing operations.
Control Systems — October 2025
October 2025 was an active month for industrial control and automation developments. From cybersecurity alerts and AI-driven factories to next-generation controller releases, research advances, and smart governance tools, the global control ecosystem continued evolving toward secure, intelligent, and connected operations. Below are nine major updates shaping the control-systems landscape this month.
1. CISA releases new industrial control systems advisory
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) issued a fresh ICS advisory highlighting vulnerabilities across critical sectors. The notice urged operators to implement stronger authentication, patch management, and segmentation strategies for enhanced control-system resilience.
2. CISA expands with thirteen new ICS advisories
In mid-October, CISA published thirteen separate industrial control advisories covering multiple vendors and infrastructure types. The move reflects an intensified focus on protecting operational technology (OT) systems amid rising global cyber threats.
3. Rockwell Automation introduces the ControlLogix 5590 controller
Rockwell Automation unveiled its ControlLogix 5590 controller, a high-performance platform designed for safety, motion, and robotics applications. The new system integrates advanced security and AI-ready processing for complex industrial control environments.
4. Rockwell to showcase 30+ control and automation solutions at Automation Fair 2025
At its annual Automation Fair, Rockwell announced plans to debut more than thirty new products spanning controllers, drives, I/O modules, and cybersecurity services. The event underscores Rockwell’s expanding portfolio in digital industrial control and automation technology.
5. NVIDIA and Samsung launch AI-driven factory integration
NVIDIA and Samsung Electronics announced a joint “AI Factory” initiative combining robotics, digital twins, and real-time control. The collaboration aims to create highly autonomous manufacturing facilities driven by AI-based process optimization and predictive analytics.
6. Research unveils Spec2Control — LLMs generating PLC logic
A new study titled Spec2Control demonstrated how large language models (LLMs) can automatically generate control logic for PLC and DCS systems. This innovation could reshape how industrial engineers design and validate automation sequences.
7. XWAVE project proposes a software-defined control architecture
Researchers introduced the XWAVE concept — a software-defined-everything (SDE) framework for manufacturing and control systems. It virtualizes computing, communication, and control layers to enable adaptive, scalable, and reconfigurable industrial operations.
8. SGS launches AI Trust Check tool for governance and control
SGS introduced the AI Trust Check tool to assess organizational readiness for AI and automation integration. The framework focuses on risk management, data governance, and supplier accountability—key elements in industrial control and compliance environments.
9. The Conveyor, October 2025 edition, highlights new control technologies
The latest issue of The Conveyor summarized product innovations from companies such as Kollmorgen and Weidmüller. The report covered advancements in motion control, edge data exchange, and modular industrial hardware trends.
Instrumentation — October 2025
October 2025 delivered notable advances in industrial instrumentation—from smart calibration services and condition-monitoring platforms to next-gen sensors, flow measurement, and temperature modules. The common thread: higher accuracy, lower downtime, and tighter integration with analytics and control. Below are eight developments shaping instrumentation this month.
1. Vaisala launches probe recalibration and reuse service
Vaisala introduced a circular service enabling probe recalibration and reuse to reduce maintenance windows and waste. The approach boosts asset uptime, supports sustainability goals, and tightens traceability across regulated environments that demand reliable measurement performance.
2. HIKMICRO expands into precision flow measurement
HIKMICRO entered the industrial instrumentation arena with high-precision Coriolis and ultrasonic flow meters. The portfolio targets water, chemical, and process applications, emphasizing accuracy, diagnostics, and easier integration with plant data systems.
3. E+E Elektronik previews two premiere sensor solutions for SPS
E+E Elektronik announced two premier sensors—advanced humidity/temperature and air/gas velocity—aimed at demanding environments. The designs prioritize stability, calibration integrity, and tighter uncertainty budgets for precision measurement in factory and process settings.
4. ICS acquires Duro-Sense to strengthen temperature assemblies
Industrial Control Solutions (ICS) acquired Duro-Sense, expanding capabilities in thermocouples and RTDs. The move broadens engineering depth for aerospace and industrial customers, with a focus on ruggedized sensing, custom probes, and validated calibration chains.
5. Metis Engineering releases 8-channel isolated thermocouple module
Metis Engineering launched an 8-channel isolated thermocouple module spanning roughly –200 °C to +1800 °C. Isolation and high-resolution conversion target cleaner signals, safer wiring, and dependable temperature telemetry for industrial monitoring and test benches.
6. Titan Enterprises advances ultra-low-flow ultrasonic calibration
Titan Enterprises developed custom calibration rigs to push ultrasonic ultra-low-flow measurement performance. The work targets niche dosing and research applications where minimal flow rates, repeatability, and traceable calibration are critical to process quality.
7. Baumer previews sensor and encoder innovations for SPS
Baumer highlighted upcoming time-of-flight, laser distance, and ultrasonic sensors, plus encoder updates for factory automation. Emphasis is on faster response, robust immunity, and simplified commissioning for tighter loop control and positioning tasks.
8. SPM Instrument launches Condmaster Cloud for condition monitoring
SPM Instrument introduced Condmaster Cloud, a SaaS platform for vibration-based condition monitoring. The shift toward data-centric services streamlines deployment, centralizes analytics, and strengthens predictive maintenance strategies across rotating equipment fleets.
Sensors — October 2025
October 2025 saw strong momentum in sensor innovation across automotive, industrial automation, and process industries. Highlights include high-speed magnetic current sensing, inductive angle measurement, next-gen image sensors, and previewed metrology platforms for SPS. Below are seven developments shaping sensor technology this month.
1. Sony unveils automotive CMOS image sensor with built-in A-PHY
Sony Semiconductor Solutions announced the IMX828, an automotive CMOS image sensor integrating a MIPI A-PHY interface to simplify camera module wiring. The design targets enhanced reliability, signal integrity, and lower system cost in advanced driver-assistance systems.
2. Market outlook highlights AI-enabled and edge-ready sensors
Industry analyses for 2025 emphasize AI-enabled sensors, edge computing integration, and diversified adoption across automotive, healthcare, and industrial sectors. The trajectory points to smarter endpoints that feed analytics, autonomy, and energy-aware system design.
3. Reports project robust growth for global sensor markets
A series of October reports forecast double-digit CAGR for the global sensor market through 2033, with CMOS leading share and NEMS noted as a fast-growing category. Drivers include electrification, automation, and pervasive monitoring requirements.
4. E+E Elektronik previews premiere sensors for SPS 2025
E+E Elektronik announced two premier solutions for humidity/temperature and air/gas velocity measurement aimed at demanding environments. Focus areas include calibration stability, low drift, and tighter uncertainty budgets for process reliability.
5. STMicroelectronics introduces new industrial image sensors
STMicroelectronics announced image sensors targeting industrial automation, security, and retail. The devices prioritize dynamic range, low-light performance, and power efficiency, supporting machine vision, inspection, and smart-camera applications at the edge.
6. Allegro debuts 10 MHz TMR current sensor for power control
Allegro MicroSystems launched the ACS37100, a production-ready 10 MHz TMR current sensor for high-speed power conversion and control. The device delivers fast response and isolation advantages for inverter, motor-drive, and power-management platforms.
7. Melexis presents a dual-input inductive position sensor
Melexis introduced the MLX90514 inductive sensor that simultaneously reads two coil sets, enabling combined angle and torque sensing for automotive steering and actuator applications. Benefits include EMI robustness and reduced bill of materials.
Summary
October 2025 reinforced how automation and control systems are accelerating toward full digitalization and AI integration. From high-speed PLC controllers and industrial cybersecurity to AI-driven optimization and next-generation sensors, industries are rethinking how efficiency, safety, and data converge across the entire production chain.
With major advancements in SCADA systems, adaptive control architectures, and edge computing, this month’s developments mark a defining step toward predictive, autonomous, and sustainable manufacturing. The path to Industry 5.0 is becoming clearer — where human expertise and intelligent machines collaborate seamlessly to drive a smarter, safer, and cleaner industrial future.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. What are the current trends in industrial automation and control systems?
Key trends include the integration of AI-based analytics, digital twins, edge computing, and cyber-secure control architectures. Manufacturers are focusing on real-time monitoring, predictive maintenance, and human-machine collaboration aligned with Industry 5.0 initiatives.
2. How does AI improve modern control systems?
Artificial intelligence enhances process optimization and fault detection by analyzing large data sets from sensors and controllers. AI algorithms enable adaptive tuning of parameters in SCADA systems, ensuring faster decisions and greater system reliability.
3. What role do sensors play in automation and control?
Sensors are the foundation of data-driven automation, providing continuous feedback on temperature, pressure, flow, and vibration. Their integration with PLCs and IoT networks enables closed-loop control, predictive diagnostics, and energy efficiency improvements in industrial systems.