Robot Setup Gets Automated
Automation World
JANUARY 31, 2023
OnRobot’s D:Ploy hardware and software is now available to automate the process of integrating robots into palletizing, CNC machine tending, packaging, and pick-and-place applications.
Automated Robot Path Planning for Complex Applications
Automation World
OCTOBER 1, 2022
Realtime Robotics shows how its software can automate robot motion planning—for both small cobots and large industrial robots—to avoid collisions in tight work spaces.
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Robot Gripper Selection Factors
Automation World
OCTOBER 2, 2022
Learn about the different types of robot grippers—pneumatic, electric, vacuum, soft adaptive, and magnetic—and how to select them based on capabilities and robot/automation supplier relationships.
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Bosch Rexroth's robots, conveyors and automation platform for CPG manufacturers
Automation World
OCTOBER 24, 2022
Integration of pick-and-place robots, conveyors, autonomous mobile robots, and an open, app-based automation platform to address specific CPG operations are highlighted in Bosch Rexroth’s exhibit at PACK EXPO International 2022.
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The Supply Chain in 2025: What to Expect
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Two major characteristics define this transformation: automation, driven by robotic solutions, and prediction, paving the way for an era of planning and simulation powered by Artificial Intelligence (AI). In 2025, the Supply Chain continues its evolution toward “Logistics 4.0,” inspired by Industry 4.0.
KUKA Robotics to showcase solutions for education and mixed reality at Automate 2024
Design World
APRIL 29, 2024
and the future of manufacturing, KUKA Robotics will highlight an innovative solution for educating the next generation of workers and its collaboration with three universities on cutting-edge Mixed Reality (MR) demonstrations at Automate 2024, May 6 – 9 at McCormick Place in Chicago. Firmly committed to Industry 4.0
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Doosan Robotics Announces Strategic Partnership with Industrial Automation Supply
Design World
SEPTEMBER 15, 2022
Doosan Robotics Inc., one of the world’s leading service robot and cobot manufacturers, announced it has formed a strategic partnership with Industrial Automation Supply (IAS), New England’s only Phoenix Contact Automation Elite Distribution Partner.
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Automation Majors Invest in Robotics
Automation World
SEPTEMBER 2, 2023
Mitsubishi Electric and Rockwell Automation make strategic investments in Clearpath Robotics and Ready Robotics, respectively.
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Robotic Automation and Industry’s Changing Future
Automation World
APRIL 12, 2024
From the use of robots to handle repetitive and hazardous tasks to alignment with corporate sustainability goals, robotics are proving to be the answer to industry’s labor shortage and skills gaps.
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KUKA to educate on robotic automation at ACTE 2022 in Las Vegas
Design World
NOVEMBER 22, 2022
To address the ongoing challenge of attracting talented employees to the manufacturing workforce, KUKA Robotics will bring its educational and software simulation technologies to the Association for Career & Technical Education (ACTE) CareerTech VISION 2022 conference at the Las Vegas Convention Center Nov. 30 through Dec.
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Automation Use Expected to Surge with Reshoring and Legislative Support
Automation World
AUGUST 30, 2022
Multiple reports indicate the most companies—across multiple industries—plan to expand their use of automation and robotics. The resulting effects on the automation industry are likely to increase even further with passage of the CHIPS and Science Act.
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Automate Report 6: Technologies
Gary Mintchell
MAY 20, 2024
This final report from the Automate 2024 show encompasses some unique technology applications along with other technologies. Zebra’s new 3S Series 3D sensors will also be introduced at Automate. Featured are Vention, Zebra, LexxPluss, Orbbec, Ericsson and Dassault. Vention I have written about Vention a few times.
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Robots Ensure Zero-Defect Tire Pressure Sensor Assembly
Automation World
OCTOBER 6, 2022
MMS Modular Molding Systems created a system using Stäubli robots to fully automate a tire pressure sensor assembly capable of producing a complete sensor every six seconds.
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Smart robotic automation solutions from ABB to support sustainability targets for Volvo Cars
Design World
DECEMBER 19, 2023
ABB to supply over 1,300 robots including functional packages to Volvo Cars for the next generation of electric vehicles. ABB’s new family of energy-efficient large robots and OmniCore controllers will help Volvo Cars deliver energy savings of up to 20% and achieve its ambitious sustainability targets.
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AI-Vision Software Resolves Complex Robot Tasks
Automation World
MAY 24, 2024
Micropsi Industries’ MirAI 2 artificial intelligence-driven software for robots addresses automation issues encountered with position, shape, color, lighting and background factors.
5G reliability enters the automated warehouse
Design World
APRIL 9, 2024
The flexibility of autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), which use a wireless navigation system to guide them around a facility, is the reason these self-sufficient machines are so popular in warehouse environments. However, 50 AMRs on the floor will overload the traditional WiFi network.
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From trend to trade: how automation evolves out of necessity
Design World
DECEMBER 29, 2022
Robots and scalable automation are now must-haves for thriving during market fluctuations. Warehouse automation has been around a lot longer in the U.S. What was unthinkable in the past has become commonplace in modern warehouses. than people may assume.
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Beckhoff Introduces the ATRO Modular Robot
Automation World
JULY 19, 2022
This forthcoming modular, customizable, do-it-yourself robot technology adds new dimensions to how end users, system integrators, and OEMs will think about robotic automation.
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Automation Use Expected to Surge with Reshoring and Legislative Support
Automation World
AUGUST 30, 2022
Multiple reports indicate the most companies—across multiple industries—plan to expand their use of automation and robotics. The resulting effects on the automation industry are likely to increase even further with passage of the CHIPS and Science Act.
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ABB survey reveals re-industrialization at risk from global “education gap” in automation
Design World
SEPTEMBER 13, 2022
· 80% of education professionals say robots and automation will shape the future of employment over the next ten years · Yet only one in four education establishments use robots in teaching programs despite planned investment in robotics and automation by 70% of US and European businesses over the next three years due to supply… The post ABB (..)
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Apptronik and NASA Roll Out Humanoid Robot
Automation World
NOVEMBER 2, 2022
Apptronik and NASA ready Apollo, a humanoid mobile robot that can manipulate the environment.
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FANUC America nearly doubles Michigan campus to accommodate automation demand
Design World
AUGUST 4, 2022
FANUC America , a supplier of CNCs, robotics and ROBOMACHINEs, announces a West Campus expansion that will push its operational space in Oakland County, Michigan, to nearly two million square feet. Cooley Law School Campus, which will provide future growth in the education of the next generation of robotics and automation workers.
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RBTX robotics marketplace now available in 18 countries
Design World
FEBRUARY 21, 2023
igus, a manufacturer of motion plastics, is expanding its broad range of low-cost automation solutions, reflecting the company’s determination to lower the barriers to entering the automation age. RBTX.com has been part of… The post RBTX robotics marketplace now available in 18 countries appeared first on Design World.
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The Humanoid Robotics Gap in Industry
Automation World
OCTOBER 22, 2024
However, the ability of these robots to interact with humans remains a key issue to be addressed to move from basic automation to collaboration. Manufacturing is a prime application for humanoids because of its structured environment.
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Linear robots now even more versatile
Design World
NOVEMBER 3, 2022
Bosch Rexroth has expanded its portfolio of linear robots for various applications in factory automation by adding new axis combinations and sizes. The linear robots can be selected and sized quickly and easily […]. The post Linear robots now even more versatile appeared first on Design World.
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Virtual Robot Design and Commissioning
Automation World
SEPTEMBER 2, 2023
Schunk and Ready Robotics announce partnership around use of Nvidia’s Omniverse platform to support specification, deployment and re-deployment of automated systems.
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Automate Report 5: Robots
Gary Mintchell
MAY 20, 2024
This report from Automate 2024 consolidates robotic-oriented news from Doosan Robotics, Kossow Robots, InOrbit CoPilot, and Hirebotics. Collaborative Robots, or Cobots, are now just about everywhere. Doosan Robotics’ continued priority on optimal safety across its solutions is also fully present in the new P3020.
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Automation advances the application and performance of industrial coatings
Design World
OCTOBER 10, 2024
Over the last six decades, automation and robotics have advanced how functional industrial coatings are applied and used. Functional coatings have been used in industrial applications since… The post Automation advances the application and performance of industrial coatings appeared first on Design World.
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Beckhoff to highlight ATRO, MX-System and Adaptive Automation at PACK EXPO 2022
Design World
SEPTEMBER 26, 2022
Empowering leaders in packaging, food and beverage, and pharmaceuticals to conquer automation challenges, Beckhoff will showcase flexible robotics, cabinetless control systems and adaptive automation technologies at PACK EXPO International 2022.
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Robot Piece Picking Advances with Artificial Intelligence
Automation World
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
At PACK EXPO International, Siemens previewed its forthcoming AI-driven software for the development of pick-and-place robot systems that can grasp objects previously unknown to the system.
A3 releases more safety standards for industrial mobile robots
Design World
OCTOBER 20, 2023
Workplace safety is a growing concern as more warehouses become automated. 2-2023 focuses on mobile robot systems integration. 2, the American… The post A3 releases more safety standards for industrial mobile robots appeared first on Design World. The new ANSI/A3 R15.08-2-2023
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Robot Investment Surges in U.S.
Automation World
MAY 28, 2024
The International Federation of Robotics reports strong robotics demand across all major segments of U.S. manufacturing in 2023.
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Automate Report 2: Robots and More
Gary Mintchell
MAY 16, 2024
The second of I don’t know how many reports from the Automate show in Chicago. The main theme of Automate derives from its genesis of the Robot Show, Vision Show, and Motion Show. So mostly we see the evolution of robotics.
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Medical Cannabis Supplier Automates Labeling
Automation World
FEBRUARY 14, 2023
Using Epson robots and printing technology, SunMed Growers eliminated the waste and extra time associated with its manual labeling operations and positioned its processes for both batch and individual product serialization.
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ABB Robotics partners with XtalPi to build intelligent automated laboratories
Design World
DECEMBER 15, 2023
ABB Robotics and XtalPi have entered a strategic partnership to produce a range of automated laboratory workstations in China. The new, automated laboratories will boost the productivity of R&D processes in biopharmaceuticals, chemical engineering and chemistry, and new energy materials.
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Behind the Slowdown in Robot Orders
Automation World
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Not all industrial sectors are reducing their robot orders. But recent declines indicate how multiple factors—from political uncertainty and overbuying to poor implementation plans—can have an impact on automation technology adoption. The consumer packaged goods industry, for example, has significantly expanded its orders.
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Bosch Rexroth at Autonomous Mobile Robots and Logistics Week 2022
Design World
SEPTEMBER 9, 2022
Located in booth 1128, Bosch Rexroth is bringing its technical expertise and factory automation experience to the world of autonomous mobile robots.
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Technology Tuesdays podcast: Mitsubishi Electric Automation’s Patrick Varley on how robots can ease labor shortages
Design World
DECEMBER 13, 2022
In our latest Technology Tuesdays podcast, Design World’s Michelle Froese speaks with Mitsubishi Electric Automation’s product marketing manager for mechatronics and robotics, Patrick Varley.
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Mitsubishi Electric Scores Record for Fastest Robot to Solve a Puzzle Cube
Automation World
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
A project team from Mitsubishi Electric Corporation beat the previous record by 0.075 seconds using a robot equipped with high-speed, high-precision factory automation equipment and control technology.
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Top trends in agriculture and off-highway automation
Design World
MARCH 24, 2023
Such systems take advantage of advancements across automation more generally, which includes robotics,… The post Top trends in agriculture and off-highway automation appeared first on Design World.
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Robot Vision System Options
Automation World
AUGUST 11, 2022
If you need your robot to pick and place different objects or handle objects in different orientations, you’ll need a robot vision system. Understanding the differences among 2D, 3D, and 2.5D cameras is a major factor in your vision system choice.
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Automation Can Boost Job Satisfaction
Automation World
MARCH 26, 2024
Despite concern about robotics and artificial intelligence causing mass layoffs, workers tend to warm up to advanced automation when it’s a clear help, rather than a hindrance. Proper preparation about automation helps workers more easily see the benefits.
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ABB to invest $280 million in its European Robotics hub in Sweden
Design World
SEPTEMBER 13, 2023
· Significant upgrade of the site in Västerås follows recent investments in China and the United States · 65,000 m2 integrated Robotics Campus replaces existing site bringing together automated manufacturing, R&D, customer experience, and training centers to develop next-generation AI-enabled technologies, strengthening the company’s global leadership (..)
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Global Growth in Robotics Expected to Hit Major Milestone by 2024
Automation World
SEPTEMBER 7, 2022
Global annual robot installations are expected to reach 500,000 units by 2024 as robotics technology becomes more applicable.
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