Industrial News, Aug 31, 2026 — Panasonic Industry releases a combined portfolio of sensors, wiring accessories, temperature control parts and AFPX‑series PLC expansion modules for packaging, 3C and material‑handling machinery.

The CX‑411 thru‑beam photoelectric sensor features IP67 protection and fast response, paired with CN‑14H, CN‑14A‑C2 and CN‑14A‑C1 connectors for convenient field wiring. AKT41112001 supports production thermal monitoring.

Modular AFPX series includes AFPX‑IN8 input unit, AFPX‑E30R relay output, AFPX‑E16T transistor output and AFPX‑COM3 communication module, expanding I/O and serial connectivity for small‑to‑medium automation systems.

Featuring industrial‑grade robustness with CE, RoHS and UL certifications, these parts help OEMs and integrators cut cabinet space and shorten machine development cycles for discrete manufacturing applications.