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Stop Slippin'

It's getting slippery out. Stay upright at work and prevent slip and fall incidents.

FactoryTalk Analytics Guardian AI

Predict equipment failures and reduce unplanned downtime.

Vacuum Unit (Vacuum Generators) ZK2*A

Energy savings and increased suction flow are just a couple benefits of SMC USA's ZK2*A Vacuum Generators.

Ocal® Corrosion Resistant Conduit Systems

Corrosion protecting to extend the life of you electrical system for years and years.

Rockwell Automation Fair 2024

Join us to create the future of industrial operations at Rockwell's annual Automation Fair!

Cybersecurity Risk & Mitigation Seminar

Helping you optimize safety, sustainability, and savings.

On-Machine™ Solutions

Transform the equipment lifecycle and streamline operations with Allen-Bradley On-Machine solutions by Rockwell Automation.

It's Getting HOT out Here...

Combat the dangers of heat exhaustion with cooling PPE.

State of Smart Manufacturing Report

Benchmark your technology usage, explore best practices, and uncover 2024 trends.

PowerFlex 6000 & 7000

Powerful performance. Flexible control,

Line-to-Load Event

Helping you optimize safety, sustainability, and savings.

Missouri EHS Conference 2024

Join our Safety Specialists at the EHS Conference in September! We're looking forward to meeting you, talking safety best practices, and handing out some SMC swag!

Electronic Overload Relays: E100 & E300

Discover Electronic Overload Relays from Allen-Bradley.

Hoffman on Demand

Enjoy the convenience of top Hoffman products on demand.

Smart Track & Trace Solutions

Industrial RFID & Barcode solutions to improve internal process, better decisions through insights, and enhance consumer experience.

SMC Has Attained a Cisco Security Specialization

What does SMC's Security Specialization mean for you?

Solid-State Condition Sensors: 839E and 840E

Explore Allen-Bradley's Condition Sensing solutions starting with the 839E flow sensor and the 840E level sensor.

2024 Worlds Most Ethical Companies

Shining a spotlight on some of SMC's MVPs (Most Valuable Partners) recognized as the World's Most Ethical Companies™ by Ethisphere.

MachineAlert™ Monitoring Relays

Your economical choice for protecting equipment investments and minimizing production downtime.

Midwest Manufacturers Tradeshow & Conference

Join manufacturers from all over the Midwest in 2 days of education and collaboration!

700-FE & 700-FS Timing Relays

Take your hardware into the future by updating obsolete products.

OptixPanel™ Compact Graphic Terminals

FactoryTalk® Optix™ software-based operator Panels for visualization.

Boss Therm Base Layer Heated Vest

Long-lasting heat - Lightweight, active fit.

Prevost Piping System

THE aluminum network for compressed air.

873P Ultrasonic Sensors

An enhanced line of sensing solutions with IO-Link technology.

SafeSite® LED Linear Fixture

Provide a safe work environment with a durable Linear Fixture - SafeSite®.

Rockwell Automation Fair 2023

Get 1,000 + hours of expert face time over this four day conference. Discover what's possible.

Save on Professional Radios by Kenwood

Claim your rebate on ProTalk radios!

Missouri EHS Conference 2023

Join our Safety Specialists at the EHS Conference in September! We're looking forward to meeting you, talking safety best practices, and handing out some SMC swag!

Start Your Engines...

Join SMC and our partners at Lucas Oil Speedway for 2 full nights of racing, giveaways, and good times!

The FactoryTalk® Optix™ Portfolio

Creating an end-to-end HMI solution that offers flexibility across the equipment lifecycle.

42EA RightSight S18 and 42JA VisiSight M20A Photoelectric Sensors

Economical and easy-to-apply global sensing solutions.

SMC USA Air Flow Controllers

Save space and labor with less wiring and piping when using SMC USA's new Air Flow Controller.

GuardLink On-Machine EtherNet/IP Interface

Monitor up to 96 individual safety devices with Allen-Bradley's GuardLink!

48CR Code Reader

Find your code reading solution with Allen-Bradley's 48CR Code Readers.

Stay Cool with the EZ-Cool® Evaporative Cooling Towel

Combat the stress of high temperatures and heat exhaustion this summer.

Digital Circuit Breaker Finder with GFCI Outlet Tester

Quickly and accurately locate the correct breaker with both visual and audible indications using Klein Tools Digital Circuit Breaker Finder.

700-FE Timing Relays

Reduce your spare parts inventory and standardize your design with these Economy Timing Relays.

Custom Hydraulic Hose Assembly

Reduce operating costs with fast service and competitive pricing on your hose assemblies.

Signaling Solutions: Horns, Beacons, and More

Quality signaling solutions for optimized monitoring.

Bulletin 1492-P Push-in Terminal Blocks

Experience a 65% reduction in labor with the installation of these Allen-Bradley terminal blocks!

KENGold™ CVD Coating Technology

The Gold Standard in Coating Technology.

PROCELL Intense & Constant Batteries by DURACELL

Discover how Procell’s long lasting batteries can help you save money on replacement labor costs.

Missouri Manufacturers Trade Show & Conference

We're looking forward to chatting about how our specialist's knowledge can become your power.

1746 SLC I/O to Compact 5000 I/O Conversion System

Make conversion easier without having to remove any field wires from your existing terminal!

FLEXHA 5000 I/O

Flexible I/O platform enabling integrated control for your Connected Enterprise® production system.

High Durability Series Dust Resistant Cylinder

SMC Pneumatics new Dust Resistant Cylinder from the High Durability Series is 4X more durable.

M211 Portable Label Printer

Make printing on the job a breeze!

Intrinsically Safe Laser Flashlight

Streamlight now offering DUALIE® 3AA Laser Flashlight!

Custom Extreme Environments Enclosures

Maximum protection built to handle the most demanding operating conditions.

872 Proximity Sensor Migration Solutions

872C Select 3-wire & 4-wire DC Standard and Extended Range Inductive Proximity Sensors

VICTOGRAIN - The high-performance abrasive grain

VICTOGRAIN - The high-performance abrasive grain. Simply better.

700-HL 2 Pole Terminal Block Relay

Now offering the 700-HL 2-Pole Terminal Block Relay. This product line now includes terminal block relays for high-density isolation and interposing applications.

CRC RTV Silicone Pressurized Tubes with Select-a-Bead™ Nozzle

Seal, bond, protect, and waterproof even in the harshest conditions. CRC's RTV Silicone Pressurized Tubes with Select-a-Bead are the solution for smooth applications and a seal that will last.

Cybersecurity Briefing for Water and Wastewater Treatment Facilities

Join us on November 9 at 11 AM - 1 PM (CST) where we will update you on the latest security threats facing the water and wastewater industry.

KenTIP™ FS Modular Drilling System

Carbide where it matters. KenTIP™ FS inserts cover the entire front part of the drill. The coupling is completely protected from chip flow and contact with the workpiece.

Wraptor™ A6200 Wrap Printer Applicator

Automated efficiency - Wraptor™ A6200 Wrap Printer Applicator

Twist-Lock Edge Series with Screwless Termination

Hubbell’s innovative, patented Twist-Lock® devices with screwless terminations are the fastest termination devices on the market. Ensure a strong connection in the most abusive environments.

SureCall Cell Phone Booster

Problems sending those important texts & emails or making calls inside your building? You’re not alone!

Free Fuse Inventory Crib Crawl

Gain peace of mind knowing that the industry's most respected fuses are protecting your equipment, building, and people.

Swift-E Reconfigurable 3D Sensor

A sensing corporation for flexible manufacturing.

Advantages of SMC Thermo-Chillers

SMC Corporation offers a wide selection of high quality Temperature Control Equipment that allows precision temperature control to meet customer’s needs.

Join us at the Missouri EHS Conference!

Join our Safety Specialists at the EHS Conference in September! We're looking forward to meeting you, talking safety best practices, and handing out some SMC swag!

SMC is Now a QualiChem Distributor

SMC would like to welcome QualiChem Metalworking Fluids as our preferred Metalworking Fluid of choice. QualiChem focuses on water dilutable & grinding fluids, straight oils, metal cleaners, corrosion preventatives, metal forming fluids, and metalworking additives & specialty fluids.

Join us for this amazing opportunity to explore how our systems connect your company end-to-end with data-fueled insights, improving the decisions that deliver results, and how together we are expanding human possibilities.

Free Enclosure Temperature Performance Analysis

Micro800 PLC Plug-in Modules

Adapt your base unit controller to fit your application needs. Extend the functionality of embedded I/O without increasing the footprint of your controller. Increase the system capabilities through memory and clock modules.

SlimView Group Lock Box

Good things come in small packages. The SlimView Group Lock Box reduces the space you need for group lockout or box storage. An innovative recessed door allows padlocks to hang straight, meaning space-saving efficiency for you.

Melin High Performance Line

Melin's new High Performance tools are specially designed for the Aerospace, Medical, Mold & Die industries and now feature a high performance end mill and drill line.

SMC is Now a Comau Robotics Distributor

SMC is excited to announce its new partnership with Comau Robotics. Since 1978, Comau has been developing high performing industrial robots to integrate and enhance innovative applications in any industrial sector.

VSD0-S Directional Control Valves

These redundant design products, when properly implemented into the safety control and monitoring system using a high diagnostic coverage, can achieve Category 4, SIL 3 coverage requirements.

42JT VisiSight™ Photoelectric Sensors

The Allen-Bradley® 42JT VisiSight family offers a wide range of sensing modes and a teach push button that simplifies sensitivity adjustment and offers light vs. dark operate output selection

Duo-Lock™ Modular End Mills

Duo-Lock™ is a new revolutionary coupling for solid carbide end milling applications. This replaceable head design combines a high accuracy in runout and length repeatability with maximum stability, making it a precise and virtually unbreakable interface.

Donaldson BLUE® PowerCore® Air Filter

Compared to the thinner OEM o-ring design, the Donaldson Blue filters deliver 50% more sealing area and have up to two times more gasket compression around the frame for a sure-fit seal than their competitor.

Introducing the PowerFlex® 755TS Drives

PowerFlex® 755TS drives deliver flexible, high-performance motor control for demanding industrial applications.

Brākleen® Brake Parts Cleaner

CRC Brākleen® is specially formulated to remove brake fluid, grease, oil, and other contaminants fast and effectively.

JXC51/61 Series Step Motor Controller

Enter up to 64 motion control step data with position, speed, acceleration, and pushing force so they can be called in any sequence by the PLC. Additional features include separate control and motor power, alarm detection, and in-range AREA output signals.

Join us on June 13-16 in Orlando, Florida for ROKLive 2022!

FLEX 5000™ I/O Modules

Gain greater productivity and increased protection in a wider range of applications with the FLEX 5000™ portfolio of discrete and analog fail-safe I/O modules.

X-Lock Quick-Change System

X-LOCK from Bosch is the world's first quick-changing system for angle grinders. X-LOCK creates a new standard, makes professionals' work easier, and increases productivity.

VeriShield™ 100 Series Passive Earmuffs

Honeywell makes hearing conservation personal. VeriShield™ earmuffs may be chosen as a hearing protection option by a variety of different workers, for a range of different reasons.

MSR Safety Relay to GSR Safety Relay Migration

Equipped with the latest technology, the GSR family of safety relays offer configurable safety functions and consolidated safety circuits, resulting in fewer part numbers, less panel space, and lower cost.

SLC 500™ to CompactLogix 5380™ Control System

Plan now to lower the risk of maintaining legacy equipment and achieve increased productivity with SLC 500 to CompactLogix™ 5380 control system migration.

Switch-Rated Plugs with Decontactor™ Technology

A MELTRIC Decontactor™ is a specialized electrical connector with push-button circuit disconnection that combines the safety and functionality of a disconnect switch with the convenience of a plug and receptacle in one device.

SMC is Now a Donaldson Distributor

The right filters, contamination control products, and capabilities to protect machinery and components in hundreds of applications.

VeriSafe™ Absence of Voltage Tester

VeriSafe is the first-of-its-kind voltage tester that determines the absence of voltage with just a push of a button.

440G-MZ Guard Locking Safety Switch

The 440G-MZ has embedded GuardLink® technology making it a smart device that provides the benefits of enunciation and product-specific diagnostics.

Introducing the i3300 and i5300 Label Printers

The new industrial label printers from BradyPrinter offer less waste, more labels, and less effort.

GuardLink™ Enabled Connection Taps

Enabling Smart Safety Devices in the Connected Enterprise

Extended Special Price! Ambi-Dex® Octane Disposable Gloves - 3 Mil

For a limited time, enjoy special pricing on the Ambi-Dex® Octane Disposable Nitrile Glove - 3 Mil by PIP.

Shop Without Hassle

Introducing the SMC Mobile App - providing you an easy way to engage with SMC on the go.

100-E Next Generation Contactors

An integrated portfolio of IEC Contractors that save panel-space and energy.

Hubbell Prevent Linear

Prevent Linear combines an architectural aesthetic with a tamper resistant durable enclosure and high polycarbonate lens for environments requiring a high degree of protection.

Improving Lockout Efficiency - Panel Lockout

Get a more efficient lockout process with the Panel Lockout. Instead of locking out individual breakers, this device effectively locks out all circuit breakers — at once.

Save 30% on Learning+ Training Subscriptions

Don't miss this opportunity to continue your learning with a Learning+ Training annual subscription - over 25 of the most in-demand e-learning courses and unlimited access to scheduled virtual classroom sessions.

ISE20 Digital Pressure Sensor

ISE20 is a digital pressure sensor with an informative, easy to read 3 screen, 3 color display. The ISE20 has the lowest energy consumption of any ISE and has an IP40 enclosure rating.

Product Migration: 140M and 140U to 140MT and 140UT

Introducing the 140MT Motor Protection Circuit Breaker and Motor Circuit Protectors and the Bulletin 140UT Molded Case Circuit Breaker.

Mill 4-15™ Double-Sided Shoulder Milling

The Mill 4-15™ series is specially engineered to achieve excellent surface quality and higher material removal rates in shoulder milling applications.

2021 Rockwell Automation Fair

The 2021 Automation Fair features a new interactive and curated experience through hands-on demos and activities.

Save 5% with the SMC Mobile App

Introducing the SMC Mobile App - providing you an easy way to engage with SMC on the go.

SafeZone™ 3 CIP Safety Laser Scanner

CIP Safety over EtherNet/IP Enables Integration of the SafeZone™ 3 safety laser scanner in a Safety Control System.

G-Tek KEV Seamless Knit Gloves

These gloves are ideal for handling and assembly of medium to large parts and materials, metal fabrication, parts cleaning, mechanical equipment maintenance and repair, and medium to heavy fastening and anchoring.

The EX600-W Series

The EX600 serial interface offers a full suite of diagnostics and programmable parameters to meet the most stringent requirements. The EX600 offers excellent flexibility including digital input, digital output and analog input unit options.

SPEED SLOT® Carbide Tipped Hole Saw

The new SPEED SLOT® Carbide Tipped Hole Saw from LENOX offers 50x more cutting life and extreme versatility. Learn what the SPEED SLOT® can do for you.

800T/H 30 mm Push Buttons

The Allen-Bradley Bulletin 800T and 800H are designed and constructed to perform in the most demanding industrial environments. Bold yet functional, rugged yet attractive, Allen-Bradley’s 30 mm push buttons represent the world’s most innovative and unique offering.

Kinetix 5300 Single-Axis EtherNet/IP Servo Drives

Well-suited for small to medium machines, the Kinetix® 5300 Single-axis EtherNet/IP servo Drives provide the design flexibility that you’ve come to expect from Allen‑Bradley integrated motion on EtherNet/IP servo drives, in a streamlined offering to cover your essential machine-building needs.

Request a Free Thermal Audit for your Enclosures

A thermal audit quickly identifies problem areas and offers compelling evidence of excess heat that can affect performance and potentially damage your critical equipment. Benefits include extending operational life, preventing failure, sustaining productivity, and maintaining equipment warranties.

1694 Modular Electronic Circuit Protectors

The next generation 1694 Modular Electronic Circuit Protection products are designed to provide an excellent solution to the challenges of protecting 24V DC control circuits.

Introducing the ArcGuard® Comfort Revolution

Introducing the all-new ArcGuard Comfort Revolution products. Bulky and constrictive PPE can cause distraction and discomfort on the job. You work hard enough; you shouldn't have to worry about PPE weighing you down.

Introducing ARC™ Technology

Introducing the new ARC Technology from Milwaukee Cylinder. This proprietary technology extends the life of a cylinder by automatically flushing new oil into the cylinder on every cylinder cycle. Learn how ARC Technology can help extend the life of your machines.

Save the Date for ROKLive 2021 - Register Today!

Join us online for ROKLive to explore the explosion of digital technologies in manufacturing today. This two-day event features exciting keynotes, discussions with industrial leaders, interactive value workshops, the Smart Industry Awards, and over 100 product and technology sessions – all focused around digital transformation.

JSXFA Dust Collector Valves

The JSXFA dust collector valves are the filter cleaning components for baghouses (dust collection systems) for preventing dust explosions by removing particulates from the air.

1606-XLB Basic Switched Mode Power Supplies

The 1606-XLB Basic Switched Mode Power Supplies from Allen-Bradley are available in 24V DC sizes from 1.5...20A. These power supplies are cost-effective, provide efficiency up to 95.2%, and are rated for long service life.

Lithonia LED High Bay Lighting Fixtures

These new releases from Lithonia are built to last with you in mind. Save money and time with these compact and durable LED lighting solutions, built with quality to last and performance to meet the needs of the job.

SMC Sedalia Open House & BBQ

Join us for the open house & BBQ we are hosting in Sedalia on June 29th. Learn about new products, services, and training. Meet technical specialists, account managers, and more of SMC's amazing team. *This is an in-person event.

Kuriyama PFTE Stainless Steel Hose and Fittings

Introducing the new stainless steel hose and fittings from Kuriyama.

140G Molded Case Circuit Breakers

The Bulletin 140G Molded Case Circuit Breakers have nine different frame sizes with a range of 10...3000 A to accommodate your required current ratings and breaking capacities. With a wide range of operators and accessories, these circuit breakers provide the protection of circuits against overload, short circuit, and ground fault.

Stratix 5800 High Performance Managed Switches

The Stratix 5800 High Performance Managed Switches are optimized to meet a diverse range of application needs. Including a robust set of switching, routing, and security features, the Stratix 5800 supports a wide range of architectures.

OSHA Reveals Top 10 Violations in 2020

The most commonly cited OSHA violations pose serious health and safety risks to construction workers. Learn more about the key areas your business should invest in for safety training and how SMC can help.

Allen-Bradley® 450L GuardShield™ POC Safety Light Curtains

The Allen-Bradley® 450L GuardShield™ POC safety light curtains are unlike traditional safety light curtains, which are based on separate transmitter and receiver units. Patented technology allows each transceiver to be used as a transmitter or receiver via an innovative plug-in module.

Modular Stack Valves

Modular stack valves allow for many circuit function components to be easily mounted in a very economical, no leak package. With all functions located in a single convenient space, adjustments can easily be made. Functions include checks, flow controls, pressure controls, load holding and solenoid operated blocking valves.

nVent HOFFMAN Universal Free-Stand Enclosure Portfolio

Universal Free-Stand enclosures speed design and modification with easy to choose accessories for large unibody enclosures. These standard enclosures ship faster, modify & assemble faster, and increase safety providing you and your customers more time.

Gigabit Ethernet Connectivity

Gigabit Ethernet is quickly becoming the standard in industrial networking as more video applications, sensors, and other devices require faster, higher-volume voice, video, and data transfer. The Allen-Bradley® M12 X-code and RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet are ideal for optimal connectivity in industrial applications.

New Vuforia Chalk 30-Day Free Trial

Quickly scale problem-solving guidance, support, and expertise to your factory operations and service teams with Vuforia Chalk, now offering a free 30-day trial for first-time users.

Kennametal End Mill Sale

Whether you’re cutting aluminum, titanium or other materials, these products from Kennametal are the tools that deliver the versatility, performance and durability you need to get the job done right - offered in the most commonly used diameters for the widest range of applications.

Allen-Bradley® 1494U Visible-Blade Disconnect Switch

The Allen-Bradley® 1494 universal visible-blade disconnect switch provides the extra level of visual ON or OFF indication of a knife-blade disconnect design. These switches have UL, CSA, and CE ratings in one product line. These switches can be connected for rod or cable operation in the field, meaning users also have the flexibility to mount the switch anywhere in the panel, regardless of handle location.

Allen-Bradley® Guardmaster® 440G-EZ Electromagnetic Safety Switch

Allen-Bradley® Guardmaster® safety switches help protect personnel, processes and equipment by providing physical interlocking of guard doors, allowing access to potentially hazardous areas only when the area is safe. The new 440G-EZ electromagnetic interlocking safety switch is designed to protect a working process from unplanned downtime to improve productivity and increase efficiency while providing personnel safety.

Allen-Bradley® GuardShield™ 445L to 450L-E Safety Light Curtain

Coming Soon: The 445L upgrades to the 450L-E Safety Light Curtain. The new 450L-E can be used as either transmitter or receiver and features an integrated laser alignment system. The 450L-E also offers end-to-end protection with no dead-zone. Contact your local SMC branch today to learn more about this cost-effective safety solution.

Dual Monitoring Block and Bleed Control Valves

Dual monitored block and bleed kits, are designed to assist in meeting safety requirements listed in ISO 13849-1/-2 and EN 692 directives. These redundant design products, when properly implemented into the safety control and monitoring system using a high diagnostic coverage, can achieve Category 4, SIL 3 coverage requirements.

Allen-Bradley® 48CR Code Reader

The Allen-Bradley® 48 CR Code Reader is the smallest code reader on the market and has the ability to successfully read damaged or incomplete symbols. This code reader features adjustable read ranges and decoding speeds, solving various barcode reading challenges throughout various applications including assembly, packaging, and food and beverage industries.

Discover the Possibilities with the NEW VersaView 6300 Portfolio!

VersaView ® 6300 is a complete product line of open architecture industrial PCs, thin clients and monitors that offers the flexibility and durability you need to meet your specific performance requirements.

Get Connected

Rockwell Automation offers a full portfolio of Connection Systems and Network Media solutions that provide seamless connectivity for your Integrated Architecture and components.

Working with SMC Just Keeps Getting Easier

SMC offers customers an easier way to save time and money. Register on our website today and receive the latest features and functionality to provide you the right data when and where you need it.

PACK EXPO Connects - Register Today

PACK EXPO Connects is this year's most engaging virtual event for the packaging industry. Taking place November 9 - 13, 2020, the event will feature daily access to top notch speakers, educational sessions, and live interaction with leading suppliers displaying the latest solutions in their virtual showrooms. Register today!

In the Automation Fair® At Home virtual experience you will be able to explore the newest solutions and innovations, have the opportunity to interact with technology experts and executives, participate in engaging hands-on labs, training sessions, industry focused forums, keynote presentations, and network with leading professionals in the field. Make plans to join us for a new world-class experience showcasing the power and value of our IT/OT expertise.

Stay Safe. Stay Connected.

To help you maintain business continuity while keeping your employees healthy and safe, in partnership with PTC, Rockwell Automation is offering Vuforia Chalk, a collaborative remote assistance tool, at a discounted price. This augmented reality software program helps employees who need to share real-time instructions and guidance without being physically on-site.

Free MELTRIC Switch-Rated Plug and Receptacle Sample

SMC is partnering with MELTRIC to offer our customers a free Switch-Rated product sample.

Smart Safety with Higher Holding Force

Allen-Bradley® 440G-MZ Guard Locking Switches help protect personnel and are suitable for many types of guard doors, including full-sized guard doors. These switches allow full body access to the safeguarded area, where a high holding force and a wide tolerance to guard misalignment are commonly required.

Save the Date for The Automation Fair At Home

November 16-20, 2020 - The Automation Fair At Home experience will feature the newest solutions and innovations, the opportunity to interact with technology experts and executives, participate in engaging hands-on labs, training sessions, industry focused forums, and keynote presentations, and network with leading professionals in the field.

New Clearance Category. Great Prices!!

SMC now has a CLEARANCE category online! Clearance products are heavily discounted and will be available while supplies last.

E1 Plus to E100 Electronic Overload Relay Migration

By migrating from your legacy E1 Plus Overload to a new E100 Electronic Overload Relay, you can help to decrease downtime, increase speed to market, and optimize operations well into the future.

Allen-Bradley Condition Sensing Controls

Rockwell Automation knows Condition Sensing controls are vital components in today’s control systems. High-accuracy, new technology, and rigid standards are combined to manufacture these reliable world-class products.

440G-EZ Electromagnetic Interlocking Switch Launch Kit

Allen-Bradley® Guardmaster® safety switches from Rockwell Automation® help protect personnel, processes and equipment by providing physical interlocking of guard doors, allowing access to potentially hazardous areas only when the area is safe.

Select Bondhus Tools On Sale while Supplies Last

Bondhus manufactures the highest quality tools available. Every tool is backed by an unconditional lifetime warranty. Bondhus has been the leading innovator in the tool industry for more than 50 years.

Upgrade from the discontinued RSView32 to FactoryTalk View SE

Wondering why you should consider human-machine interface (HMI) modernization? Exploiting advancements in commercial technology and product investment will help enable you to take advantage of mobility, virtualization, and other new technologies. Learn how migrating from RSView®32 to FactoryTalk® View Site Edition (SE) will help you prepare for changes in your own environment and ensure that you are trending in the right direction.

Guardlink - Device Level Safety Linking Technology

Series connection of safety input devices is common practice in safety-related control systems. However, when the system trips, fault finding can be difficult due to the lack of diagnostic information. Providing diagnostics typically required additional wiring, increasing complexity and installation time. GuardLink simplifies this by providing safety and diagnostic information through the same cable. Connected to a safety relay and using an EtherNet/IP Network Interface, this information is easily passed through to the control system for increased diagnostics.

46CLR ColorSight™ True Color Sensor

The new Allen-Bradley® 46CLR ColorSight™ True Color Sensor – like its ColorSight counterparts – was designed to perform the sensing operations commonly found in the automotive, food and beverage, pharmaceutical, and plastics, among other industries. This sensor offers enhanced performance in a compact, cost-effective package and addresses an even wider range of your applications.

Thermographic Imaging Solution

SMC offers a thermal detection solution to check visitors or employees for abnormal body temperatures and send them home, before they have a chance to enter your facility and infect people.

How To Sign In or Register a New Online Account

Are you interested in having an online SMC account, but don't know where to start? Here are a few steps you need to take to get going.

New Product: Allen-Bradley 48CR Code Reader

The new Allen-Bradley® 48CR Code Reader is the smallest industrial code reader on the market.

Bulletin 1492-P Push-in Terminal Blocks

New Product: This innovative push-in connection technology offers dramatic time savings by creating wiring efficiency and provides improved wiring accuracy and reliability insuring a quality connection that requires no double checking.

Machine Level Network Design

SMC offers a Machine Level Network Design service that will evaluate customers’ current state with documentation reviews or on-site network analysis to help determine if the network is able to meet functional requirements.

Upgrade from the discontinued 855T to 856T Control Tower™ Signaling System.

The Bulletin 855T has been a valuable part of the Allen Bradley® Control Tower signaling portfolio for more than 20 years, but this product has been discontinued and consequently, it is time to migrate to the new 856T ControlTower 70mm tower light system.

Offering Local Same Day Delivery

Did you know SMC offers a Local Same Day Delivery Service to Customers within a 25 mile radius from all of SMC’s 13 branches in Missouri and Kansas. Learn more about our local delivery service!

Factory Authorized Drive Start Up from SMC

Factory Authorized Drive Start Up from SMC, offering an extended two year warranty. SMC will verify your installation and program the drive for the application. This service is available for Powerflex 520 series drives in all frame sizes and Powerflex 750 series, frames 1 thru 7.

Why Should You Signup for an SMC Online Account?

Open House & BBQ

Join us for the open house & BBQ we are doing at our branches in Monett (October 15) and Lebanon (October 17). Learn about new products, services, and training. Meet technical specialists, account managers, and more of our amazing team.

Steps to Create a Custom Catalog

Get started today on making an online, custom catalog under your account on SMCElectric.com!

SMC Now Offers Air Leak Detection Audits

Due to the known energy loss crisis, SMC has committed to providing customers with this actionable service to help you save money and resources. SMC is now offering an Air Leak Detection Audit service to ensure customers are maximizing air usage and saving BIG on energy costs.

HyShed by Hoffman

Protect your critical electrical equipment with HyShed, the state-of-the-art sanitary washdown enclosure solution. HyShed is specially designed to withstand high pressure, high temperature washdown cleaning procedures in Food & Beverage applications. Only HyShed gives you the ultimate power to quickly and more easily preserve the integrity of your sanitary conditions and equipment, while promoting lean processes.

Your Industry is Changing - Rockwell Automation Can Help

With the technology advancing at a rapid rate and the market constantly changing, it's hard to keep up with training and new technologies in your industry. Rockwell Automation wants to help you get the training and resources you need to make your operations more efficient.

SMC Chillicothe - 20th Anniversary Celebration

SMC is excited to celebrate the 20th Year Anniversary of the Chillicothe branch opening. In 20 years, SMC has serviced dozens of local customers, built partnerships with the community, and established it's reputation as a dependable resource for our customers. To show SMC's appreciation, our Chillicothe branch team will be hosting a Burgers & Brats cookout!

Copper THHN & XHHW Wire Available in Colors

SMC now offers THHN and XHHW wire in select colors! Find the colors you need to stay compliant with electrical codes from the NEC. SMC is dedicated to providing you with quality wire, cable and additional services to make your job easier, including wire and cable cut-to-length, paralleling, specialized wire and cable reels, wire and cable pulling heads, longitudinal and spiral wire striping, and wire inventory management.

2018 Rockwell Automation Fair Coming Soon!

The 2018 Automation Fair® event, with more than 150 exhibits and over 400 hours of education, will be held November 14-15 at the Philadelphia Convention Center, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. 90 sessions will be offered including industry-specific forums, hands-on labs, technical sessions, demos, and more—all for FREE!

NEW PRODUCT: Zebra Network Connect

Timing is everything. With Zebra Network Connect, you can seamlessly connect your printers and scanners directly to your Industrial Ethernet network with no additional conversion equipment. Your organization will save man-hours in setup, management, and troubleshooting; increase reliability and device response time, and eliminate security issues, all specially designed for your device and protocol.

NEW PRODUCT: The CRC Smartwasher

The SmartWasher system employs a natural process called bioremediation to degrade and remove contaminants from the cleaning fluid, allowing the fluid to remain clean and reusable. There is no need to dispose of the cleaning fluid and therefore no liquid waste. The system combines three essential components: the parts washer SmartWasher, the powerful water-based degreasing/cleaning solution called OzzyJuice, and the microbe impregnated particulate trap called an OzzyMat. The merging of these three remarkable products not only defines the SmartWasher system but also produces one truly amazing parts washer.

NEW PRODUCT: DW Spectrum IPVMS

The DW Spectrum IPVMS is an elegantly easy cutting-edge approach to video surveillance, addressing the primary limitations of managing enterprise-level HD video while offering the lowest total cost of deployment and ownership on the market. DW Spectrum IPVMS now includes DW Cloud to easily manage all your systems and users from a simple web page.

NEW PRODUCT: SMC ZK2 Series Vacuum Generator

The ZK2 series is an energy-saving generator with 90% reduced air consumption. It has a 50% increase in suction flow compared to other single stage SMC generators. With its compact size and light weight, make it easier to maintain. The ZK2 series also has various mounting options to choose from.

NEW PRODUCT: CREE C-Lite Portfolio Expands With New Area Lights

The new dusk to dawn LED Area fixtures from CREE, offer outstanding value, energy efficient, easy to install, highly reliable fixtures, backed by a 5-year limited warranty. With traditional or square designs in various optic packages, the C-Lite LED Area Lights are ideal for quickly and easily illuminating any outdoor space while dramatically reducing energy consumption.

NEW PRODUCT: CREE C-Lite Portfolio Expands with New Wall Packs

The new dusk to dawn LED fixtures from CREE, are designed to be discreet in look and also mighty in power. It will eliminate glare, up-light, and with 18,000 lumens, it won’t leave you in the dark. With traditional and architectural slimline designs, the C-Lite LED Wall Pack portfolio is ideal for quickly illuminating any outdoor space while dramatically reducing energy consumption.

NEW PRODUCT: Increase Flow Rates With Bucher's New RKVE Check Valves

Non-return valves, a.k.a check valves, are very small components, usually buried deep inside the machine. They need to be able to withstand the constantly high stresses for as long as possible and must deliver absolutely reliable service. Repairing hard-to-access parts of the system is costly and time-consuming. Reliable check valves that will not fail in service thus directly boost the operational readiness of machines and vehicles. Check valves featuring the RKVE series is sophisticated technology, that provides a 50 percent higher flow rating for the same pressure differential!

NEW PRODUCT: Hoffman SpectraCool Indoor/Outdoor Air Conditioners

SpectraCool Air Conditioners by Hoffman, deliver energy-efficient, reliable cooling in the toughest environments. Get a broad range of cooling applications featuring Standard, Narrow and Compact configurations with easy mount flanges for simple installation, cleaning that’s rugged for factory and outdoor environments.

NEW PRODUCT: DySC Voltage Sag Protectors & Correctors

Did you know 30-40% of unscheduled downtime is due to power quality issues? Going a step further, do you know what equipment is affected by power quality? SMC has the solution that will help you make better decisions, quicker and to help prevent unscheduled downtime in your facility.

NEW PRODUCT: Lift Front Hoods - National Safety Apparel

It's time to breathe easy with a new product from National Safety Apparel. For years, the industry standard has been heavy, over sized hood that was too hot to wear for extended periods of time with ArcGuard Lift Front Arc Flash Hoods that actually encourages compliance. Lift Front Hoods provide convenience, comfort, clarity and compliance that that really define ArcGuard Lift Front Arc Flash Hoods.

NEW PRODUCT: SMC Wireless Valve Manifold EX600-W Series

The EX600-W series wireless system is designed to provide safe and reliable communications by using 2.4-GHz radio frequency bands reserved for industrial, scientific and medical (ISM) use. It provides stable communications using various forms of radio-wave propagation, with communication between master and slave possible in a 10-m (33-ft) radius.

NEW PRODUCT: Pyramex LeadHead Auto Darkening Helmets

Made of high-impact resistant nylon, four independent arc sensors in a staggered design to deliver the most reliable ARC detection, these are the Arc protection helmets you’ve been waiting for!

NEW PRODUCT: Pyramex Ridgeline Full Brim

The safety industry continues to evolve with innovative products that take safety to the next level like the new Pyramex Ridgeline Full Brim Hard Hat. Featuring a shell that is constructed from ABS material which is strong, yet ultra-light for seemingly weightless protection. Ridgeline Hard hats also feature a ratchet suspension which is easy to adjust and allows the wearer to modify the fit while wearing hard hat.

NEW PRODUCT: PureView Arc Flash Faceshields - National Safety Apparel

The safety industry continues to evolve with innovative products that take safety to the next level. Arc flash faceshields are no exception, and revolutionary technology has transformed the historic green arc flash face shield to a highly transparent, nearly clear, arc flash protective shield that provides heightened color recognition and improved visibility.

NEW PRODUCT: Stratix 2500 Lightly Managed Switches - Rockwell Automation

Rockwell Automation's Bulletin 1783 Stratix® 2500 Lightly Managed Switches enable network connectivity in applications where traditional unmanaged switches lack the ability to provide diagnostics and security.

SMC E-Commerce is Here!

SMC is excited to announce the upcoming launch of our E-Commerce website! Whether you're looking to order and manage your products from your personalized user profile, browse our value-add services and solutions or get in contact with a branch location near you, our new website will make it a simple click-away. Learn more about our upcoming features.