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We’re a global product and service solutions provider for designers, builders, and maintainers of industrial equipment/operations with the goal of offering an unrivaled choice for products, problem-solving, and customer service. Solutions Focused
We support our customers across the entire product life cycle, whether through innovation and expert technical support in the design phase, improving tim

e to market and productivity in the build phase, or reducing purchasing costs in the maintenance phase. We offer our customers tailored product and service solutions that are essential for the successful operation of their businesses, helping them save time and money along the way. With more than 3.5 million parts available at https://us.rs-online.com/, customers look to RS for a broad range of product solutions from more than 650 brand‑name suppliers. In Stock, Ready to Ship
We ship from our centrally located, 520,000-square-foot distribution center in Fort Worth, Texas. We currently stock more than 250,000 SKUs with space to expand to more than 800,000 stocked products in the future. Our streamlined system uses RF technology to accommodate paperless pick and put-away processes and gives us the ability to pick, pack, and ship — quickly and accurately. Whether you're searching for parts, looking to get your products on our shelves, or want to join our growing team, please get in touch. Specialties
Automation & control, electronic components, connectors, passives, enclosures, optoelectronics, pneumatics, power, sensors, test and measurement, and tools. Equal Employment Opportunity
RS is an equal opportunity employer and maintains policies and practices that are designed to prevent and prohibit unlawful discrimination against any qualified employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, military/veteran status, disability and/or medical condition, genetic information, or any other unlawful classification to the extent protected by law. This policy of nondiscrimination applies to all employment practices, including hiring, compensation, benefits, promotion, training, and termination.

Collaborative robots are becoming a key part of modern material handling and packaging. This resource explains how they ...
05/29/2026

Collaborative robots are becoming a key part of modern material handling and packaging. This resource explains how they improve flow, safety, and consistency on the floor. Explore the insights. 👉 https://weare.rs/4sntSXj

and expertise improve customer outcomes 📈 What happens when you combine deep 🧠 with a passion for 💞? You get l...
05/28/2026

and expertise improve customer outcomes 📈

What happens when you combine deep 🧠 with a passion for 💞? You get leaders like Holland Ford Graham, the Solutions Product Manager for Solutions at RS Americas.

Holland and her team are on a mission to make buying simple, reliable, and scalable for industrial customers 🏭, and you can learn more about it in this latest edition of the new RS Behind the Advice series. 🎤 Top takeaway? Procurement shouldn’t be a hurdle.

As such, Holland and her team help customers:

🔸 Reduce manual effort by tackling the that slows down the procure-to-pay process

🔸 Increase by solving the mystery of who is buying what and when across multiple sites

🔸 Scale efficiently by leveraging business (BSM) platform partnerships to create a seamless, low-risk buying experience

But like RS, her impact doesn't stop at customers; it extends to the greater community. Outside of work, Holland teaches to children with disabilities and at local nonprofits with her husband.

Learn more about Holland and how she and her team can help you leverage the continually expanding list of RS Value-Added Services, the RS portfolio of 250,000+ proven , and she and her team’s combined industry expertise, authenticity, and to simplify your and help your business thrive https://weare.rs/4dLyBhj.

To recognize Mental Health Awareness Month, our employee resource group, LifeWorks, hosted The Mountain Within, a mindfu...
05/28/2026

To recognize Mental Health Awareness Month, our employee resource group, LifeWorks, hosted The Mountain Within, a mindfulness experience created to support our team’s wellbeing.

Elizabeth Nicolle of Elizabeth Nicolle Wellness guided us through a grounding session focused on presence, clarity, and calm. With her background as a Cornell graduate, former educator, and corporate professional, Elizabeth brings a unique blend of expertise that resonates deeply with working teams.

It was an opportunity to reset, refocus, and build healthier habits together.

05/27/2026

Most electrical issues start as small shifts in load and power quality long before downtime hits. A new approach brings those signals into focus in minutes. Learn more about EMPro by Phoenix Contact USA in this 3‑min spotlight. ▶️ https://weare.rs/4uNIvEQ

05/26/2026

As builds get denser, even modern SIL/Ex conditioners can introduce friction — more tools, more wiring, and time-consuming diagnostics in tight enclosures.

That’s where a different approach to safety‑critical analog loops starts to matter.

See how Phoenix Contact USA is driving award-winning efficiency in signal conditioning. ▶️ https://weare.rs/4tBPmjN

05/25/2026

We spoke with Joseph Thomas, Sr Manager, Procurement & Contracts at RS Americas, and U.S. Navy veteran to share his thoughts on Memorial Day. He replied, “When I was a young man I didn't quite understand Memorial Day. I heard phrases like “they died for our freedom" and "they gave their lives in defense of the nation" yet I struggled to fully understand what that meant, especially when those losses occurred in countries that didn’t seem to pose a direct threat to the United States. After serving 21 years in the U.S. Navy, that perspective changed.

Through service, experience, and loss, I came to understand that freedom isn’t protected only at our borders. It is preserved through forward presence, alliances, deterrence, and the willingness of men and women to stand between danger and home, often far from the places they loved. Memorial Day now means honoring those who accepted that burden completely, knowing the cost and accepting it anyway. It is a day of remembrance, humility, and gratitude for those who never made it home. They paid the ultimate price so the rest of us could live our lives in a free country."

Open your eyes to the risks of open-loop systems 👀 Executing commands without feedback is a risk you can’t afford in h...
05/22/2026

Open your eyes to the risks of open-loop systems 👀

Executing commands without feedback is a risk you can’t afford in high-speed assembly lines, complex systems, and other , , and equipment. 🏭 Running blind with unintegrated open-loop systems and mismatched motors and drives results in inefficiency, drift, and downtime. ⚠️ Integrated, closed-loop solutions unlock superior precision, , and uptime and provide the 📊 needed for optimal .

Ready to dive a little deeper into Industry 4.0? We make 🧠 simple ✨with from trusted suppliers backed by proven . Solutions include:

🔹 Festo US EMMT-AS with a space-saving, one-cable design that consolidates power and encoder signals, enables simple installation, and facilitates high-precision robotics and assembly. 🤖🦾

🔹 ABB Baldor-Reliance V*S Master AC – Rugged, inverter-duty motors with Class F insulation, 200% overload torque capabilities, and provisions for encoder mounting.

🔹 Lenze Americas Corp. i550 cabinet frequency – Compact, salable, and energy-efficient drives compatible with a huge range of communication protocols, including EtherCAT, IO-Link, PROFINET, and more. 📲

🔹 Phoenix Contact USA Axioline F I/O system – Rugged remote I/O that reliably transmits vital signals to your PLC even in high-vibration and extreme-temperature environments 🔥❄️and enables modular flexibility, , and . 🛠️⚙️🪛

Ready to eliminate diagnostic gaps and reduce resource strain? Learn more https://weare.rs/4wv5u9g.

The Festo US Simplified Motion Series bridges the gap between simplicity and smart motion. These cost-optimized ...
05/21/2026

The Festo US Simplified Motion Series bridges the gap between simplicity and smart motion. These cost-optimized are a game-changer for small and mid-sized manufacturing and organizations looking to step into Industry 4.0 without the traditional complexity or cost of external and .

What makes them special?

🔸Simple Setup: Commissioning is quick and easy — no software or control cabinets required.

🔸Cost Efficiency: While pneumatic systems may have lower upfront costs, these integrated unlock significantly lower total operating costs.

🔸Versatility and : There’s a model available for almost every simple motion task, from sorting and to , and they’re built to last to help maximize uptime.

🔸 and time savings: Eliminate the need for energy-heavy compressors and air lines and the regular they require.

Interested in improving your , , and decision-making? Learn more about how Festo’s Simplified Motion Series can make the transition from pneumatic actuation to smart seamless https://weare.rs/4d8ou65.

Is your industrial facility as smart and rugged as it should be? The shift toward Industry 4.0 isn't just about software...
05/20/2026

Is your industrial facility as smart and rugged as it should be?

The shift toward Industry 4.0 isn't just about software; you need rugged to keep data flowing — especially in harsh environments. In this RS Advice https://weare.rs/4d9Q8y7, Dustin Guttadauro, the Wired Connectivity Product Line Manager at deep dives into M12 — the humble heroes of modern .

🔸 : ~66% of U.S. facilities employ advanced connectors on networked machinery and lines

🔹 : 58% of global upgrades involve replacements designed to enhance operational efficiency

🔸Rugged : ~47% of global now require ruggedized connectors to survive hazards including extreme heat, chemicals, and vibration.

Dustin explains why M12 connectors are often the ideal solution for , signal, and transmission in harsh-environment , , , , , and networks — Versatility! Ruggedness! Reliability! — and provides a comprehensive M12 selection guide — ranging from codings to cable jackets — to help ensure application success and improve uptime across industries. He also introduces the L-com Global Connectivity M12 portfolio and its competitive advantages.

Learn more about minimizing industrial downtime with M12 and https://weare.rs/4d9Q8y7.

Meet Mark Russell: 💡 , 🧠 , & 👧 extraordinaire! At RS, we know that delivering the right part is only half the battle...
05/19/2026

Meet Mark Russell: 💡 , 🧠 , & 👧 extraordinaire!

At RS, we know that delivering the right part is only half the battle. The real magic happens when our customers understand how those products work together to solve complex, real-world challenges. 🛠️✨🤖

In this new RS Behind the Advice https://weare.rs/3R69Gfy, RS Technical Application Solutions Manager Mark Russell talks about his background in engineering and leading the team that serves as the technical backbone of our Services, addressing:

🔸Hands-on – How his six provide live consultations to help customers identify solutions, ensure compatibility, optimize their systems, and meet their broader engineering goals

🔸 – Transitioning a 1960s-era plant to real-time digital 🏭

🔸 – How his team completes up to 80 hours of annual to stay ahead of industry trends 📚

🔸Value-Added Services – How minor product modifications, like custom labeling and wire reworking, help customers reduce time-to-market

Mark’s journey from 18-month plan to eight-year veteran is a testament to the growth-driven, people-centric culture here at RS.

Check out the full article https://weare.rs/3R69Gfy to learn more about Mark — including his passion for , 🐭, and projects ranging from replacing siding 🪚 to sewing doll clothes 🧵 — and to see how he and his team can help you solve your next design challenge. 👀

05/18/2026

There’s a new standard for what 24VDC power should contribute to the cabinet. Reliability isn't just about steady voltage anymore; it’s about having the diagnostic intelligence to see issues before they stop the line.

The SDN-D Series meets this demand. Watch this quick spotlight to see how it stabilizes performance under pressure.

▶️ https://weare.rs/4ndlOaF SolaHD

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