Automate 2024: DigiKey’s Automation Solutions from 450+ Suppliers

May 30, 2024
DigiKey’s single website gives access to more than 450 suppliers and over a million SKUs, including solutions from Siemens, Omron, Weidmuller, Schneider Electric and Phoenix Contact.

Marketing Technology Manager Eric Halvorson at DigiKey says the company offers a one-stop solution for industrial automation, featuring over 450 suppliers and 1 million SKUs. During a booth demo at Automate, he highlighted Siemens’ solutions for connectivity; Omron’s sensors and disconnects; Weidmuller’s smart connectivity and control; Schneider Electric’s robot; and Phoenix Contact’s terminal blocks and other connectors. 

He emphasized the convenience of having all industrial automation needs on a single website as well as fast and reliable shipping worldwide within 72 hours. 

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