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How software helps manufacturers better manage mobile robot fleets

Control Engineering

Movement of materials, goods and products through a manufacturing facility, warehouse or distribution center represents an opportunity for improved efficiency for many organizations. at ProMat 2023, March 20-23 in Chicago , or ganized by MHI.

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Robotics are picking up the pace

Control Engineering

Models created within the HGO contain not only the simulations but also the mechanical design and bill of materials. Price may be the most critical factor – but so too can power requirements or safety factors for bearing overload. This data transfers seamlessly into the preferred documentation software such as EPLAN.

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The fundamentals of troubleshooting in industrial automation

Control Engineering

Replacement parts lists or a bill of materials also often list components such as sensors or other electrical components that may need to be replaced. Electrical schematics show the detailed wiring of the machine or system, and often have a bill of material attached.

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The electric steel dilemma and its impact on motor vendors

Control Engineering

Within electric motor manufacturing, electric steel can make up as much as 20% of the bill of material. However, increased demand from the automotive sector via electric vehicles is, and will continue to be, a contributing factor to the staying power of higher prices.

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Five advances in motion control, communications, design to ease automation use

Control Engineering

Once the actuator and accessories are selected, ordering is seamless as the tool links directly to the Festo online shop, which provides price, shipping information and bill of materials.