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RS Makes Automation Accessible to All

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Its extensive line of industrial-grade RS PRO automation products is meticulously designed to provide competitive savings over branded alternatives without compromising performance, allowing customers of all sizes to modernize with confidence.

FORT WORTH, Texas, Jan. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — RS, a global product and service solutions provider for industrial customers, makes automation accessible to all with its extensive line of affordable, industrial-grade RS PRO products.

RS PRO industrial automation products allow customers of all sizes and budgets to modernize with confidence.

RS PRO products, the own brand of RS, are engineered to help customers overcome common challenges in every industrial market segment and meticulously designed to deliver an attractive combination of quality, choice, and value. They’re also backed by the RS PRO Seal of Approval — which is only awarded after a rigorous testing, inspection, and auditing process based on demanding international standards — and most are covered by a standard three-year warranty.

The RS PRO portfolio features more than 80,000 products across 1,500 technologies to satisfy the needs of virtually every industrial application and working environment and provide competitive savings compared to branded alternatives without compromising performance, allowing customers of all sizes to work confidently. It also offers more than 15,000 in-stock and ready-to-ship solutions and a growing selection of sustainable solutions. These field-proven, industrial-grade products can also be combined into integrated solutions to further simplify customers’ sourcing and purchasing processes and save even more time and money.

The ever-growing range of RS PRO automation products is optimized to help customers in the discrete and process manufacturing, energy and utilities, and facilities and intralogistics industries maximize output, reliability, and efficiency while minimizing energy consumption and operating costs. These solutions include more than:

2,900 enclosures designed to protect electrical equipment from environmental hazards, including dust, weather, washdowns, chemicals, and electromagnetic and radio frequency interference.2,080 hook-up wires used to connect components in low-current and low-voltage electrical and electronic devices and control panels.1,630 temperature sensors that detect changes in environmental and substance temperatures and convert those measurements into electrical signals that can be monitored and analyzed by control systems.1,400 network and Ethernet cables designed to connect various network nodes, including computers and IIoT devices.1,020 pushbutton switches used to turn electrical circuits on and off.940 rectangular connectors that connect multiple wires or circuits together to facilitate the transmission of power, signals, and data between devices.810 multiconductor cables designed to simultaneously transmit power and signal in applications that require multiple connections, including machine tools and factory automation, process automation, and control systems.700 industrial cable assemblies used to transmit electrical power and signals between the various components of industrial systems and machinery.540 relays and relay sockets that help protect electrical systems and connected equipment from over-current and -voltage conditions.410 audibles, including alarms, buzzers, bells, sirens, and horns, used to alert people to machine and process errors, hazards, and status changes.300 photoelectric sensors designed to detect the presence, absence, or distance of an object using a light transmitter and photoelectric receiver.300 proximity sensors that detect the presence of objects from both long and short distances much more quickly than contact sensors can using capacitive, inductive, magnetic, or ultrasonic technologies.290 bootlace ferrules used to create secure electrical connections between stripped wires and terminals or clamps by encapsulating the individual strands of wire to prevent fraying.230 beacons designed to visually communicate security alerts, potential hazards, and machinery status changes.200 pressure sensors that measure the amount of force exerted over an area and convert that information into electrical signals that can be read and interpreted by control systems.190 axial fans used to cool electronic equipment.190 contactors used to switch circuits on and off.180 automation signaling solutions, like light towers, that use visual and audible signals to communicate information about the status of machines, processes, or systems in automated environments.150 current transformers designed to measure large currents in power systems by transforming high primary currents into smaller, proportional secondary currents.110 float switches used to detect the liquid levels in tanks and control external devices, like pumps, valves, and alarms.100 temperature controllers that compare actual system temperatures to the designed setpoint and adjust the heating or cooling system to maintain the desired temperature.

RS PRO also offers a variety of limit, disconnect, and Ethernet switches, DIN rail power supplies, counters, digital timers and hour meters, HMI displays, emergency stop pushbutton switches, and smart relays ideal for use in industrial automation applications.

All of these products are widely used in industrial automation applications in the discrete and process manufacturing, energy and utilities, and facilities and intralogistics industries, including:

Automotive manufacturing, original equipment manufacturing (OEM), machine building, and control panel buildingFood and beverage, pharmaceutical, pulp and paper, and steel manufacturingPower generation and distribution, water and wastewater, renewable energy, oil and gas, and telecommunications infrastructureIndustrial facilities, logistics operations, retail and wholesale outlets, universities, and ports

“Automation doesn’t have to be expensive,” said Jody Kemp, RS Vice President of Supplier and Sales Engagement – Americas. “While there are certainly classes of industrial applications that require complex and costly automation capabilities, there are just as many — if not more — that don’t have any need for pricey extras, applications that instead need sensors that reliably detect, switches that faithfully flip, and alarms that dutifully count. RS PRO automation products reliably fulfill these needs in even the most modern industrial environments while simplifying sourcing and giving you the best value for your money, which makes integrating automation solutions accessible to industrial operations of all sizes.”

For more information about RS PRO automation products engineered to help industrial customers maximize output, reliability, and efficiency while minimizing energy consumption and operating costs, please click the embedded links above. For assistance identifying, procuring, installing, and maintaining RS PRO automation products designed to modernize your industrial production processes and satisfy both your performance requirements and cost constraints, contact your local RS representative at 1.866.433.5722 or reach out to our technical support team.

About RS 
RS is a global product and service solutions provider for industrial customers, enabling them to operate efficiently and sustainably.

We operate in 36 markets, stock over 800,000 industrial and specialist products, and list an additional five million relevant for our industrial customers, sourced from over 2,500 suppliers. This extensive range supports our customers across the industrial lifecycle of designing, building, and maintaining equipment and operations. We enhance their experience through a tailored service model, leveraging our efficient physical, digital, and process infrastructure sustainably. We combine a technically led and digitally enabled approach with an exceptional team of experts; ultimately, it’s our people that make the difference.

Our purpose, making amazing happen for a better world, reflects our focus on delivering results for people, planet, and profit. 

RS Group plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange with stock ticker RS1 and in the year ended 31 March 2024 reported revenue of £2,942 million.

For more information, please visit https://www.rsgroup.com/ or connect with us on LinkedIn or X (Twitter).

About RS in the Americas
In the Americas region, RS stocks more than 250,000 industrial and electronic products from more than 700 trusted suppliers. These solutions cover categories extending from automation and control equipment to interconnect, passive, active, and electromechanical components and include more than 80,000 high-quality, competitively priced RS PRO products. For more information, please visit https://us.rs-online.com or connect with us via social media on Facebook, X (Twitter), LinkedIn, and YouTube.

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HKAGE Showcases Gifted Students’ Learning Journeys at InnoCarnival 2026

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Promoting “Technology for Good” Through Innovation and Creativity 

HONG KONG, Oct. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Hong Kong Academy for Gifted Education (HKAGE) has been invited to participate in InnoCarnival 2026, organised by the Innovation and Technology Commission. Under the theme “Technology for Good, Innovation for All”, HKAGE will showcase the learning journeys of gifted students who have completed programmes on AI robotic arms, underwater archaeology, etc., demonstrating how technology can be harnessed to address societal needs.

Having proactively aligned its work with the education development strategies of the Education Bureau (EDB), HKAGE fully supports the EDB’s Blueprint for Digital Education in Primary and Secondary Schools, which seeks to advance the digital transformation of school education in Hong Kong. Building on its Talent Development Model, HKAGE systematically develops programmes, provides diversified learning experiences and engages in cross-sector collaborations to nurture gifted talents equipped with innovative capabilities, technological literacy, and a strong sense of social responsibility. At the exhibition this year, HKAGE will present how students applied knowledge gained through gifted education programmes and learning experiences in areas such as artificial intelligence, quantum computing, environmental science, underwater archaeology and sustainable development to design socially conscious solutions. These experiences reflect the students’ ability to serve society with knowledge and respond creatively to diverse challenges.

Among the highlights is the learning journey of students in the “Artificial Intelligence Course: Creative AI Robotic Arm for Inclusion”. After acquiring foundational knowledge in artificial intelligence, robotics and sensor applications, students designed, tested and refined intelligent robotic arm prototypes through real-time data analysis and algorithms. With the aim of improving the quality of life for the elderly and caregivers, students explored various application scenarios for intelligent robotic arms. Another showcase features the “Environmental Science Course: Bat Echoes – Voices of the Night”. Through acoustic monitoring, the exhibition demonstrates how students recorded bat voices and analysed related activity data and characteristics. The programme enabled students to gain a deeper understanding of local biodiversity and explore practical approaches to ecological conservation.

The HKAGE exhibition booth also features an interactive photo-taking device, allowing visitors to take photos with different gifted programme themes and share the joy of learning.

On the first day of the exhibition, a “Build Your Own Glider Parent-Child Workshop” is specially organised by HKAGE for the visitors. Under the guidance of instructors and assisted by HKAGE students, participants will learn the basic principles of aerodynamics, including lift, gravity, thrust and drag. They will also learn to design, assemble and decorate their own gliders by using lightweight and durable materials, experiencing the joy of science and engineering.

Mr WONG Chung Po, Acting Executive Director of HKAGE, said: “The Academy is committed to providing gifted students with diversified learning platforms and encouraging them to transform knowledge into innovative practices that generate positive social impact. Participation in this exhibition not only provides students with a valuable learning experience that helps consolidate the knowledge acquired in gifted programmes, but also enables the public to better understand how gifted education nurtures a new generation of creative and socially responsible talents to jointly advance the philosophy of ‘Technology for Good’.”

InnoCarnival 2026 – The Hong Kong Academy for Gifted Education

Date:

24 Oct – 1 Nov

Venue:

The Hong Kong Science Park

Booth:

C08-09

Time:

10:00 – 17:00 (Mon to Fri)

10:00 – 18:00 (Sat & Sun)

 

About the HKAGE

Established in 2008 and subvented by the Education Bureau, the HKAGE offers gifted education services actively to local primary and secondary school students to unleash their potential. It also provides gifted education-related information and support for teachers, parents, and other relevant stakeholders.

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LEAP Group Relaunches HumanView, a Growth Intelligence System Built to Explain Why Customers Behave the Way They Do

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Reimagined from the ground up, HumanView pairs statistical modeling with expert analysts to turn millions of real-world customer signals into business decisions

LOUISVILLE, Ky., Oct. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — LEAP Group today announced the relaunch of HumanView, its growth intelligence service. The new version has been rebuilt from the ground up and now has a dedicated home at leapgroupnetwork.com/humanview.

HumanView analyzes what customers say and do across social platforms, e-commerce sites, review platforms, search behavior and user-generated content, including signals from Reddit, TikTok, YouTube, Meta, Amazon and Walmart+ that general AI tools cannot always access. Because the data reflects unprompted, real-world behavior, it avoids the response bias built into surveys and focus groups.

The service works in three layers. HumanView captures signals at scale, decodes millions of records through validated statistical models such as regression, correlation and clustering, and then relies on experienced analysts to interpret the patterns. Clients receive clear, human-validated insights instead of another dashboard.

“Machines find the patterns. Humans find the point,” said Alan Gilleo, CEO at LEAP Group. “The first version of HumanView showed us how much customers reveal when nobody is asking them questions. This version is built to explain why they act the way they do, and to put those answers in front of everyone making decisions, from product to service to marketing.”

HumanView focuses on three areas:

Growth Intelligence: customer motivations and how people perceive a brand and its competitors

Market and Category Intelligence: product pain points, service friction, unmet needs and competitive gaps

Audience Intelligence: new segments, positioning opportunities and gaps in the market

Every model is designed and validated by data scientists and benchmarked before it informs a recommendation.

To learn more about HumanView, visit leapgroupnetwork.com/humanview.

About LEAP Group
LEAP Group is a boutique marketing agency holding company with offices in Louisville, Indianapolis, Cincinnati and Chicago. Guided by the belief that brands should “Market Less. Matter More.,” LEAP gives clients access to specialized experts across its entire network. Learn more at leapgroupnetwork.com.

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STEPHEN A. SMITH ADDRESSES WHITE HOUSE DINNER ATTENDANCE, REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO HBCUs AND PROTECTING CORPORATE INVESTMENT IN BLACK EDUCATION

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NEW YORK, Oct. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Stephen A. Smith, media mogul, New York Times bestselling author, and proud 1991 graduate of Winston-Salem State University, is addressing the public discussion surrounding his decision to attend a White House dinner with President Donald Trump, emphasizing his commitment to the long-term financial stability of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).

For Smith, the decision was rooted in a commitment to institutions that have educated generations of Black leaders, professionals, entrepreneurs, and public servants.

“I will always advocate for HBCUs and the students whose futures depend on them,” Smith said. “My reason for attending the White House dinner was to discuss the challenges these institutions face in securing long-term funding and to make the case that corporate America must continue to invest in them.”

Smith acknowledged federal support through the FUTURE Act while expressing concern that political tensions surrounding diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) could discourage private companies from supporting HBCUs. He maintains that these institutions deserve sustained corporate partnerships, philanthropic contributions, and public investment.

“If we truly believe in free-market capitalism, businesses should be able to support educational institutions and charitable causes without fear of criticism or repercussions,” Smith said. “HBCUs have made extraordinary contributions to this country. They deserve sustained public and private investment.”

Ashley Christopher, Esq., Founder and CEO of the HBCU Week Foundation, recognized Smith’s advocacy and decision to engage with the administration.

“Stephen A. Smith has been a powerful advocate for HBCUs, using his platform and influence to shine a national spotlight on our institutions,” expressed Christopher, “His continued support of HBCU Week helps advance our mission of connecting students with life-changing educational opportunities, and we are proud to have him as our ambassador.”

Since Smith became an HBCU Week Ambassador in 2019, the initiative has facilitated more than 15,000 on-the-spot college acceptances and raised and awarded more than $150 million in scholarships, according to the HBCU Week Foundation.

As public discussion continues, Smith is emphasizing the importance of ensuring HBCUs have the resources and partnerships needed to educate future generations and expand opportunities for students.

CLICK HERE to watch Smith’s full response to his White House visit.

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