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FANUC to display industrial, collaborative robots for food and packaging

Robotics Business Review

A CRX-20iA/L robot slides a tray of cookies onto a rack. From food-grade collaborative robots to stainless industrial robots, it claimed it will demonstrate uninterrupted speed, reliability, accuracy, and dexterity—all while maintaining food safety—in real-world applications. A CRX-10iA robot picking objects from a box.

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RoboGrocery from MIT CSAIL is a soft robot to pack groceries, pick recyclables

Robotics Business Review

Now imagine a world where robots could delicately pack your groceries, and items like bread and eggs are never crushed beneath heavier items. Source: MIT CSAIL RoboGrocery handles more varied objects than other systems Traditionally, bin-packing tasks in robotics have focused on rigid, rectangular objects. student Valerie K. .”

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Global robot installations at an “all-time high”, says International Federation of Robotics

Automation Mag

Industrial robot installations worldwide have reached an all-time high in 2021, according to the World Robotics report 2022. Put together by the International Federation of Robotics (IFR), the report finds that 517,385 new industrial robots were installed last year. million units, says IFR. The Americas. In the U.S.,

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Robotics and Automation in the Driver’s Seat

Fabricating & Metal Work

Your shop has made the decision to implement or upgrade automation and industrial robotic solutions. These cobots, robotic tooling and sensing, and customizable and innovative software solutions offer efficiency and the highest levels of safety.

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Insights from RSM: A snapshot of the manufacturing industry

Manufacturer's Monthly

It supports a diverse range of industries, from food and beverages to advanced machinery and pharmaceuticals. Technology’s role in Modern Manufacturing Technology has played a pivotal role in modern manufacturing, with advancements such as automation, robotics, and digitalisation driving significant changes.

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IN THE NEWS with Fastener News Desk the Week of August 12, 2024

Fastener News Desk

VOTE throughout the month of August at [link] The BMW Group is exploring the use of humanoid robots in automotive production for the first time. Their stories not only inspire us, but also set a benchmark for what’s possible when passion meets expertise. Pac-West will host two beverages per person along with complimentary appetizers!

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Emerging applications in motion control

Automation Mag

An example is the advanced palletizer from Universal Robot & Robotiq, notes Warren Osak, president of Electromate. Advanced robot safety features include safe limited speed and positioning. This creates a very compact and effective robot package that is very simple to deploy (use typical wall voltage).