LED Controls in 2025: a year of products, partnerships and practical automation insight

2025 has been a big year for LED Controls, and our blog has expanded accordingly. We've covered a wide range of topics across industrial control and factory automation this year. From core technology explainers and new product releases to panel building best practice and manufacturer partnerships.

In case you missed any, we've compiled a handy themed list of our posts right here:

• Core industrial technology basics
• New product releases and manufacturer updates
• Panel building efficiency and smarter connections
• Thought leadership and future-facing topics
• Partnerships, events and supply confidence

Core industrial technology basics

These posts focus on fundamentals. They are designed to support early project planning, training, and everyday problem-solving by breaking down key automation concepts in a clear, practical way.

• 5 Key Operational Pieces of Equipment to Review in the New Year
  A practical starting point for assessing PLCs, drives, switchgear and enclosure equipment at the beginning of the year.
• What is a Variable Speed Drive?
  A clear explanation of how VSDs work and where they add value in industrial applications.
• What is a Programmable Logic Controller? The Complete LED Controls Guide
  An accessible overview of PLCs, their role in automation and how they fit into control systems.
• What Are Industrial Communication Protocols?
  A grounding in how industrial devices communicate, helping with smarter network and hardware choices.
• What Is a PID Controller?
  A useful introduction to control loops and process regulation.
• What is Ladder Logic Programming?
  A simple primer for those new to PLC programming.
• What is EMC Filtration?
  Explaining Electro-Magnetic Interference and Compatibility.
• 4 Common Mistakes with Programmable Logic Controllers
  A lessons-learned post aimed at avoiding common commissioning and design issues.

New product releases and manufacturer updates

Product-focused posts, keeping you informed about new releases, range changes and application-specific solutions from LED Controls' trusted manufacturers.

• Danfoss Set to Replace the FC51 with the Brand New iC2 Micro
  Coverage of a major Danfoss product transition and what it means for users.
• Danfoss FC 102: The HVAC Engineer’s Drive
  A focused look at Danfoss drives in HVAC and building services applications.
• Driving Logic: Built-In PLC Functionality in Danfoss Drives
  Exploring how modern drives are taking on more control functionality.
• Cyber Security: Future-Proofing Industry 4.0 with Danfoss iC7
  A deeper dive into secure, connected automation.
• ABB AF Contactors and Overload Relays: The LED Controls Guide
  A practical overview of ABB motor control solutions.
• ABB Sentry Safety Relays at LED Controls
  Highlighting new safety relay options for machine protection.
• Power that Performs: ABB CP-S Power Supplies
  Reliable control panel power solutions from ABB.
• Pizzato CS AM Series: Advanced Motor Safety Now at LED Controls
  Introducing advanced motor safety components.
• Finder 12 Series Time Switches at LED Controls
  Compact, dependable time switching for control and lighting.
• Get Smart Control with the Finder OPTA Programmable Logic Relay
  Bridging the gap between relays and compact logic control.
• Superior Connections with Teknomega Distribution Blocks
  Clean power and signal distribution for modern panels.
• Teknomega PTB3 Power Terminal Blocks: Now at LED Controls
  Supporting higher current distribution in control systems.
• Turck Banner SD50 Status Display: Now Available at LED Controls
  Visual status indication for the factory floor.

Panel building efficiency and smarter connections

This group of posts speaks directly to panel builders and machine designers, focusing on faster builds, cleaner layouts and more reliable connections.

• Streamline Your Panel Builds with Pre-Built WAGO DIN Rails
  A time-saving service for faster, more consistent panel assembly.
• Why Use Push-In Terminals?
  Explaining the benefits of faster, tool-free connections.
• Reliable Networking with WAGO Industrial Ethernet Switches
  Keeping industrial networks robust and dependable.
• Switch to SQUICH: Quick, Tool-less Connections with ILME
  Improving termination speed and reliability.
• Ingress Protection: What Your Electrical Enclosure’s IP Rating Means
  Helping select the right enclosure protection level.
• Revolutionise Your Cable Entry with Cembre EWO
  Improving cable management and sealing.
• Little Essentials: EMAS DIN Rail Adapter
  Small components that make a big difference.
• Little Essentials: EMAS Digital Potentiometer
  Simple, effective operator adjustment.
• Little Essentials: EMAS Multifunction Beacons
  Clear visual signalling for industrial environments.

Thought leadership and future-facing topics

These posts step back from individual components to look at wider trends shaping industrial automation, energy use and system design.

• Powering Up: The Future of Electrification
  Exploring how electrification is reshaping industry.
• What is Condition-Based Monitoring? With Danfoss Drives
  Reducing downtime through smarter monitoring.
• Danfoss Drives Power the Future of Maritime Transport
  Real-world applications of drive technology.
• The Future’s Bright: ABB Disconnectors in Solar PV Applications
  Safe power switching in renewable energy systems.
• Power is Money: Save Both with LED Controls and Lovato Energy Management
  Linking energy monitoring to cost control.

Partnerships, events and supply confidence

These posts highlight the relationships and services that sit behind the products, reinforcing LED Controls’ role as a trusted distribution partner.

• LED Controls: Danfoss Drives Authorised Partner
• LED Controls: ABB Value Provider
• LED Controls: Finder Official Premium Partner
• Rittal RiLineX: The Future of Busbar Power Distribution at LED Controls
• The Rittal Roadshow Rolls into LED Controls
• LED Controls at Machine Building Live 2025
• LED Controls at Danfoss Drives Innovate
• LED Controls at Finder HQ
• Behind the Scenes at EMAS: A Factory Visit to Remember
• European Summer Shutdown? Not at LED Controls!
• LED Controls Services: For All Your Factory Automation Needs

Looking back on 2025

Across the year, the LED Controls blog consistently focused on practical automation knowledge, trusted manufacturers and real-world application support. The content shows not only the depth of products available from brands like Danfoss, ABB, WAGO, Finder and Rittal, but also the level of support, sourcing capability and long-term partnerships that LED Controls is proud to maintain.

That combination of product range, technical insight, reliable supply and long-lasting, mutually beneficial personal relationships with our customers and suppliers remains at the heart of what LED Controls do. This year, next year and every year. From 1996 to 2026 and beyond.

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