Automation World

MARCH 29, 2024

Olis Robotics is working with Kawasaki Robotics Inc.

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Robotics Robotics 130

Automation World

MARCH 29, 2024

KUKA showcased how its industrial robots, such as the Agilus, Quantec and Cybertech, can be outfitted with Airskin’s safety skin to allow the robots to operate collaboratively.

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Robotics Robotics 130

Automation World

MARCH 29, 2024

At Modex 2024, the company showcased this new cobot line with demonstrations of its Lexium RL 3 and RL 18 models as well as information about the forthcoming RL 5 and RL 7 models.

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Robotics Robotics 130

Automation World

MARCH 29, 2024

The partnership between Omron and RoEq enables greater focus on intralogistics projects for faster execution.

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Robotics Robotics 130

Automation World

MARCH 28, 2024

Like many engineers, we had reservations about cloud-based control systems. We’ve since learned that, for processes that are not safety related or require millisecond scan times, cloud-based control is highly effective and can cost significantly less.

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Automation World

MARCH 28, 2024

Essential skills required for wireless, mobility, and edge computing technology implementation include knowledge of wireless technologies, cybersecurity protocols, compliance standards, system integration, project management and vendor-specific training.

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Compliance 130

Automation World

MARCH 28, 2024

Why robots have become a key facet of a flexible automation approach that helps manufacturers reposition their workflows and adapt to disruptions such as supply chain problems and labor shortages.

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Automation Supply Chain Robotics Robotics 100

Automation World

MARCH 18, 2024

Large Language Models may be getting all the attention, but convolutional neural networks with Raman spectroscopy could be the artificial intelligence technology industry should be paying more attention to.

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Artificial Intelligence 130

Automation World

MARCH 18, 2024

How to maintain critical processes at the plant level while leveraging cloud resources for non-essential tasks, ensuring operational continuity and mitigating risks associated with network dependencies and outages.

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Process control 243

Automation World

MARCH 19, 2024

Specialty Water Technologies' automated water-quality monitoring systems use Weidmuller USA's u-remote I/O to monitor sensors in the water-purification process.

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Automation 130

Automation World

MARCH 20, 2024

The flow control software driver for Flowserve’s new Logix 3820 Series digital positioner is based on FDT/DTM technology that extends standardized device management to mobile and OPC UA applications.

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Automation World

MARCH 20, 2024

Exploring the complexities of motor selection for custom machines in consumer-packaged goods manufacturing.

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Manufacturing 228

Automation World

MARCH 21, 2024

As warehouses become increasingly automated, they need reliable and flexible connectivity to integrate automated systems while bolstering security and having the capacity to scale.

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Automation 245

Automation World

MARCH 22, 2024

Using Mitsubishi Electric’s LoadMate Plus, TL Aerotek triples its output and meets one month’s production quote in one week.

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Aerospace Robotics Robotics 130

Automation World

MARCH 22, 2024

Software-defined design is an undeniable disruptor in global automotive trends. Countless use cases show how top carmakers are harnessing the potent power of connected car platforms to redefine and enrich their automotive value propositions with connected solutions.

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Automation Automotive 130

Automation World

MARCH 25, 2024

From the main obstacles to expect and how to pass audits to the role of IT/OT assessments and key benchmarks for coverage eligibility, these are the most important aspects of cybersecurity insurance for the manufacturing industries.

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Benchmarking Manufacturing 130

Automation World

MARCH 26, 2024

In this episode, we connect with Steve Biegacki of the FDT Group to get a better understanding of the FDT open standard industrial device communication technology, how it's used across industry, the FDT Group's work with OPC Foundation and what end users should know about the FDT technology in their automation devices.

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Automation 130

Automation World

MARCH 26, 2024

Common questions about the distinctions between PLCs and SCADA systems, their integration, and the differences between SCADA and Distributed Control Systems.

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Automation World

MARCH 26, 2024

The new Seeq AI Assistant adds artificial intelligence capabilities, accelerating operational excellence across the industrial enterprise.

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Artificial Intelligence 162

Automation World

MARCH 26, 2024

The modular MX-System is designed to replace control cabinets, reducing wiring requirements as well as installation and upgrade times.

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Automation World

MARCH 26, 2024

Even though proponents of the merger between operations technology and IT don’t necessarily see a day when the two merge completely, the influence of IT is changing key aspects of OT, such as code changes and cybersecurity.

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Automation World

MARCH 26, 2024

PMMI research highlights how the pharma industry’s efforts to modernize technology and automate at greater levels are being driven by ongoing supply chain issues and plans to provide more sustainable packaging.

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Pharmaceutical Automation Supply Chain 246

Automation World

MARCH 26, 2024

To troubleshoot errors and restart robotic systems faster, Olis Robotics provides an on-premises device that securely connects to robotic systems via 5G.

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Robotics Robotics 130

Automation World

MARCH 26, 2024

The convergence of increasingly complex work processes and industry’s ongoing labor issues are driving the growth of workflow software in manufacturing. The software’s ability to maintain compliance and ensure efficient production add to the benefits.

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Compliance Manufacturing 246

Automation World

MARCH 26, 2024

With its ability to trigger an immediate robot stop from just one pound of resistance, Airskin modules allow industrial robots to work fencelessly at speeds of up to 2 meters second.

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Robotics Robotics 130

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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Automation World

MARCH 26, 2024

The company’s Lexium collaborative robots offer high-speed motion and precision positioning in single and multi-axis configurations.

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Robotics Robotics 130

Automation World

MARCH 26, 2024

Omron’s new MD-650 and the MD-900 autonomous mobile robots are designed to integrate with RoEq’s new TML500/TML750 lifter and TR600/TR700 roller modules.

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Robotics Robotics 130

Automation World

MARCH 26, 2024

KUKA’s new KMP 1500 omnidirectional autonomous mobile robot is designed to work flexibly in matrix production operations.

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Robotics Robotics 130

Automation World

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

While acknowledging the potential benefits of Python and C++, engineers caution against their indiscriminate use, particularly if there are existing IEC 61131 functions available.

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Function 130

Automation World

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Danfoss Drives plans to use the 1500Vdc power converter technology to scale up its advanced electrification portfolio within energy storage.

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Automation World

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Movu’s escala automated storage and retrieval system will allow ABB Electrification Norway’s entire product catalogue to be collected and picked from for automated fulfillment.

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Automation World

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

How optical rotary encoders can provide real-time motion feedback on motion applications using stepper motor-driven linear actuators.

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Automation World

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Not to be confused with their digital assistant predecessors, artificial intelligence co-pilot tech leverages multi-disciplinary datasets for analysis and insights to help manufacturing workers and potentially complete large portions of work independently.

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Artificial Intelligence Manufacturing 100

Automation World

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

From understanding the core OEE formula to applying it effectively and deciding between standalone and integrated OEE products, Jim Toman of system integrator Grantek offers valuable advice.

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Automation World

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

When IT systems are deeply integrated with the manufacturing process, as is increasingly typical across industry, tunneling between systems mitigates client/server dropouts and makes debugging failed connections much easier.

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Manufacturing 100

Automation World

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Though it’s possible to use front-office IT switches on the factory floor, an industrial router or switch with network address translation capability is often the preferred solution.

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