Logic control, process control, sensing and data communication are core to modern industrial automation and form the heart of most machine control builds. We've developed our multi-manufacturer range to include all the leading automation brands, allowing you to either build with a single preferred brand or take a 'best in class' approach to meet your customer's needs.
Range highlights from Process Automation & Sensing
Schneider Electric M262 PLC
Designed for machines which demand logic and motion, the M262 shows its versatility when communication in the plant or cloud is needed.
Omron E2E-NEXT with IO-Link
The Omron NEXT series offers enhanced performance and the potential to design in predictive maintenance thanks to IO-Link capability.
Siemens Logo! Goes Cloud
The latest generation 8.3 of the ever popular Logo! controller now has direct cloud connectivity via an embedded webserver and Ethernet.
Telemecanique XU Series Sensor
This range enables reliable sensing of all opaque and semi-transparent objects - ideal for packaging & processing machinery builds.
Programmable Logic Controllers
Whether it's a smaller standalone machine or part of a larger process, you can find the logic controller for your next project here.
Photoelectric Sensors
Probably the most commonly used automation sensor type and we have 3,000 stocked options to help keep you operational.
Temperature Control
If you need a temperature controller you're in the right place. RS has the widest range of controllers available from stock anywhere!
HMI Displays
HMI are an increasing popular and powerful way of providing machine control & status information, our range includes all the leading brands.
Industrial Datacomms
Ethernet & industrial fieldbuses connect automation together, our range of networking solutions can help you make that link.
Process Control
Need a heating element, ammeter or current transformer to finish your build? Look no further than our Process Control range.
Counters
A simple form of automation is a batch counter with relay output which operates 'per batch'. Our range includes these and so much more!
Inductive Sensors
Find threaded barrel, block, ring and slotted formats with various sensing ranges and connectivity formats, from all the big brands.
Trumeter APM Digital Meters
Innovative USB configurable volt, amp, rate & process meters with scalable colour-change backlit display and MAX versions with Modbus comms.
Level Sensing
Process automation often needs level sensing to monitor tanks, hoppers or reservoirs. Find big name brands and great value RS PRO options.
Capacitive Sensors
The most universal sensor capable of detecting metals, plastic, card and other materials effectively. Can even be used for level sensing.
IO-Link Sensors & Gateways
Keeps workers safe while cleaning, servicing or repairing electrical equipment by preventing the supply being turned on inadvertently.
