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Automated Robotic Inspection Cells for 3D Measurement

Gary Mintchell

MAY 10, 2024

This news brings together things I’m interested in (robotic, automated) with things on my peripheral (3D measurement). It should be interested to all of you within the discrete manufacturing market. The post Automated Robotic Inspection Cells for 3D Measurement appeared first on The Manufacturing Connection.

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One million robots working in automotive industry

Control Engineering

MARCH 22, 2023

The automotive industry has the largest number of robots working in factories around the world: Operational stock hit a new record of about one million units. This represents about one third of the total number installed across all industries, according to the International Federation of Robotics (IFR).

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Pudu Robotics launches industrial robot PUDU T300

Canadian Manufacturing

APRIL 22, 2024

CHICAGO and TORONTO — Pudu Robotics announced the launch of its industrial robot – the PUDU T300 , which will make its debut at the Hannover Messe 2024. By taking over the transportation of heavy or hazardous materials, the PUDU T300 will try to reduce the risk of workplace injuries associated with industrial work.

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PUDU T300 marks Pudu’s move from service to industrial robots

Robotics Business Review

APRIL 22, 2024

The PUDU T300 mobile robot dis designed for use in tight aisles with heavy payloads. Source: Pudu Robotics Pudu Technology Co. said today at Hannover Messe that it is expanding from service robots into supply chain applications with the new PUDU T300 mobile robot.

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North American robot sales reach record high in 2022

Control Engineering

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Industrial robotics insights The Association for Advancing Automation (A3) reported record highs in robot sales for 2022 as the industry continues growing. Driven by the resurgence in robot orders from automotive companies, the North American robotics market set all-time records in both robots sold and value in 2022.

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Robot sales reach record high in North America for third straight quarter

Control Engineering

AUGUST 30, 2022

For the third-straight quarter, robot sales in North America hit a record high, driven by a resurgence in sales to automotive companies and an ongoing need to manage increasing demand to automate logistics for e-commerce. The larger trend towards robots being used to benefit more companies in North America continues,” Burnstein said.

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Robot orders decline in Q2 2023

Control Engineering

AUGUST 31, 2023

Robotics insights The North American robotics market has experienced a significant decline for the second consecutive quarter due to a sluggish U.S. economy and high interest rates, resulting in a 37% drop in robot orders and a 20% decrease in value in Q2 2023 compared to the same period in 2022. A slow U.S.

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Industrial robotics market growth expected to remain strong

Control Engineering

MARCH 21, 2023

Robotics insights Industrial robot market growth is expected to grow at a CAGR of 18% from 2019 to 2029 thanks to robotics being increasingly used in the automotive and electronics industry according to a report by Future Market Insights. This is especially true as robots get smaller and less expensive.

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Robot orders down in first quarter of 2023

Control Engineering

MAY 16, 2023

North American companies ordered fewer robots in the first quarter of 2023 than for the same period last year. Automotive customers accounted for 68% of all robot orders in Q1, with 5,659 robots purchased. They also might be waiting to see the latest innovations in robotics at Automate 2023 next week in Detroit.

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China overtakes United States in robot density

Control Engineering

DECEMBER 6, 2022

Robotics insights. China passed the United States in robot density for the first time as the nation is putting enhanced emphasis on robotics and automation to keep up with manufacturing demand. This is according to the World Robotics 2022 report, presented by the International Federation of Robotics (IFR).

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Picking robots’ role in manufacturing facilities expected to grow

Control Engineering

APRIL 11, 2023

Robotics insights Picking robots are expected to have a more significant presence in manufacturing and other industries. Technology advances such as artificial intelligence (AI) is part of the reason, but the growing labor and skills gap is forcing manufacturers to turn to robots to keep up with consumer demand.

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Four things to look for in a robotic integration partner

Control Engineering

APRIL 9, 2023

Learning Objectives As supply chains are disrupted, baby boomers age out and the need for general use products continues to grow, manufacturers are faced with producing more with less. Robust yet intuitive robot capability is effectively addressing these issues, boosting manufacturing output and product quality for optimal productivity gains.

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Autonomous mobile robots’ role growing in industrial operations

Control Engineering

AUGUST 18, 2022

Robotics Insights. Automation’s role is growing in manufacturing due to increased demand and a skills gap problem that is only growing. Robots are playing a key role in narrowing the gap. As robots get smaller and smarter, they are becoming more autonomous, which increases their value and their skillset on the plant floor.

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When will the mobile robot vendor base consolidate?

Control Engineering

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

Part of the reason that the industry is not yet consolidating is the fact that “mobile automation” captures a multitude of robot types, industries and applications. Despite numerous acquisitions the mobile robot market is in fact not consolidating. The same figure for collaborative robot arms is even higher, at nearly 85%.

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Teaching, preparing university students for the future with robotics

Control Engineering

SEPTEMBER 17, 2022

is a proven industry leader using ABB robotics and software to train tomorrow’s workforce, which will be using robotics in many different industries and applications. The Department of Technology at Illinois State University (ISU) trains students to program and operate industrial robots in preparation for careers in industry.

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Software improves AI, automation flexibility

Control Engineering

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

Software-based artificial intelligence (AI) can enhance existing robots to deal with variances in real-time and give them needed flexibility on the plant floor. Artificial intelligence (AI) being used to make robots smarter has been growing in popularity as both technologies get better. Artificial Intelligence Insights.

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Automate 2023 Day Two: Optimize and simplify manufacturing applications

Control Engineering

MAY 24, 2023

Manufacturing optimization insights Manufacturing technologies are getting more sophisticated in their capabilities, but they’re also getting easier to use so they’re more accessible. Collaborative robots are taking on more industrial robot capabilities, but are still able to work in tandem with humans as needed.

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How sensors enable smart factories and more efficient manufacturing

Control Engineering

JUNE 3, 2023

However, it can be deconstructed into two main themes: safe human-robot interaction (HRI) to achieve higher productivity and an increased level of autonomous mobility for material and goods transportation. Robots can pose a variety of hazards to workers. These themes are ultimately enabled by modern sensor technologies.

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AI, flexible robotics’ growing role in manufacturing’s future

Control Engineering

APRIL 9, 2023

Industrial automation insights Artificial intelligence (AI) and flexible robotic systems have emerged as key technologies in industrial automation’s future. The longer-term goal is to bring manufacturing back to the U.S. We’re not quite there yet in technological terms, but it’s going to happen,” Brandt said.

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Manufacturers using digital transformation to future-proof operations

Control Engineering

JUNE 12, 2023

With the automotive industry transitioning to electric vehicles, which require new manufacturing methods for the batteries and complex wire harnesses, Danziger said many of their customers are thinking about the future with renewed intensity. You will find everything from electrical switches and gearboxes to PLCs and robots.

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Smart robotics, AI fueling industrial automation growth

Control Engineering

JANUARY 5, 2023

Manufacturing applications are returning to the United States as industrial automation becomes a greater focus for companies. They see robotics, in particular, as a way to keep operations running with fewer people working on the plant floor. The longer-term goal is to bring manufacturing back to the U.S.

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North America robot sales rise in 2022

Control Engineering

MAY 30, 2023

Robotics insights Total robotics installations in manufacturing rose more than 10% in 2022 with the automotive industry being the main driver. Non-automotive industries were led by electrical/electronics, which posted almost 30% growth. Sales to automotive declined by 36% with 1,258 units installed in 2022.

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FABTECH 2022: Where Innovation Meets Opportunities

Fabricating & Metal Work

OCTOBER 2, 2022

Pavilions are dedicated to 3D/additive manufacturing; finishing; forming & fabricating; METALFORM; robotics & industrial automation; tube & pipe; welding; and welding automation. The system incorporates a robot whose operation is based on the concept of a collaborative robot, or cobot. Venue Information.

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Industrial robots powered by AI improve manufacturing

Control Engineering

MAY 24, 2023

Robotics AI insights AI-enabled robotics can help robots learn like humans, which could have a massive impact on how traditional manufacturing operates. Robots are inflexible by design, but AI-enabled robotics that use sensors, data-driven computation and more can enhance their capabilities.

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