Robotics Business Review

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

The Robotics Summit & Expo , produced by The Robot Report , has unveiled the first look at its conference agenda for the April 30-May 1 event at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center. The Robotics Summit & Expo brings together 5,000+ developers focused on building robots for a variety of commercial industries.

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Robotics Business Review

MAY 28, 2024

Source: Realtime Robotics Manufacturing can benefit from increasingly intelligent robots as much as any other industry. Realtime Robotics today announced that it has secured a strategic investment from Mitsubishi Electric Corp., leading its recently opened Series B round.

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Gary Mintchell

JULY 13, 2022

Two product trends flow into my inbox the past few months. The other reveals constant activity in the general robot market. Whether cobots or Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs), energy and innovation abound. The new MiR software comes with a completely redesigned user-interface to enhance the overall ease of use.

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Robotics Business Review

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Mobile robots are autonomously delivering meals from Toronto Zoo’s central kitchen to the animal habitats. Credit: Real Life Robotics Real Life Robotics Inc. officially launched its flagship delivery robot platform, BUBS, as part of a pilot project at the Toronto Zoo. ” Register now. . ” Register now.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

JANUARY 20, 2025

Robotic tool changers enable faster changeovers, provide reliable data communication, support a variety of tasks, and are compatible with a wide range of robots, applications and tools. This innovation not only reduces downtime but also enhances overall productivity, empowering manufacturers to maximize their machining capabilities.

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Robotics Business Review

AUGUST 26, 2024

Olis’ PLC system alerts users to what went wrong when a robot stops working. Source: Olis Robotics End users turn to automation because it promises consistent work with minimal downtime. When something goes wrong, the robot must stop working and wait for a human operator to step in and figure out the problem.

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Robotics Business Review

APRIL 22, 2024

Custom user interface for Flexiv Rizon 4 sanding robot. Source: Flexiv Robotics By integrating sensing, robotics, and artificial intelligence, Flexiv Robotics Inc. claimed that it can improve multiple industrial processes, from sanding to sortation. The Santa Clara, Calif.-based

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Manufacturer's Monthly

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

To stay ahead, they must improve operational efficiency, optimise resources and meet increasingly demanding customer expectations, all while maintaining high product quality and tight delivery timelines. Boosting productivity, streamlining operations Industry 4.0 technologies.

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Robotics Business Review

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Organization: igus Country: Germany Website: [link] Year Founded: 1964 Number of Employees: 500+ Innovation Class: Technology, Product & Services For all of the strides made in humanoid locomotion over the past year or so, there are still numerous applications for robotic manipulation to address. igus, whose U.S.

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Robotics Business Review

DECEMBER 23, 2023

It’s time to reflect upon the trends from the past 12 months while looking ahead at what 2024 has in store for the world of robotics. But how will these trends impact robotics and what can the manufacturing industry expect to see next year? This image was created using Microsoft Bing Image Creator.

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DO Supply

APRIL 30, 2025

From DC drives to low-voltage, compact, and medium-voltage options, this article provides comprehensive control modes and power ratings to suit various operational needs. Known for seamless integration into industrial systems, these drives enhance productivity and operational efficiency.

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Modern Machine Shop

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

The automation market is growing rapidly, with affordable, space-saving robots and pre-engineered robotic work cells available for shops with tighter floor space limits and broader needs. These types of robots are well-suited for extracting machined parts out of chucks and for loading mills.

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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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DO Supply

MARCH 5, 2025

Designed with space constraints in mind, these drives provide high-performance motion control in industries ranging from robotics and material handling to packaging and electronic assembly. With its flexible configurations and integrated technologies, the Kinetix 2000 optimizes system size and functionality.

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Gary Mintchell

JANUARY 22, 2024

I’m not in love with predictions and I realize January is about gone, but here are some thoughts I picked up from Anders Billesø Beck, VP of Innovation and Strategy at Universal Robots. But how will these trends impact robotics and automation and what can the manufacturing industry expect to see next year?

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Robotics Business Review

APRIL 10, 2024

Collaborative Robotics has been developing a system for trustworthy operations. Source: Adobe Stock, Photoshopped by The Robot Report Collaborative Robotics today closed a $100 million Series B round on the road to commercializing its autonomous mobile manipulator. The Santa Clara, Calif.-based

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Robotics Business Review

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Shanghai -based Fourier today launched GR-2, the latest generation of its GRx humanoid robot series. “GR-2 is a big step into the future of humanoid robotics,” stated Alex Gu , CEO of Fourier. Fourier improves hardware design The GR-2 stands 175 cm (68.9 The company has upgraded its hardware, design, and software.

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Robotics Business Review

APRIL 17, 2024

which yesterday retired the older version of its humanoid robot after 15 years of development and today showed a preview of its successor. based company showed that its robot could walk, open a door, and maintain its balance while being shoved by a person holding a hockey stick, all without a tether. By 2016, the Waltham, Mass.-based

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Fabricating & Metal Work

JANUARY 20, 2023

This is particularly true when it comes to ensuring efficient production while balancing skilled labor shortages. In addition, job shops of all sizes expect those solutions to be easy-to-use, intuitive systems. www.abb.com Smart Automation for Factory Connectivity AIMS – ANCA Integrated Manufacturing System.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

MARCH 20, 2025

Space-saving Innovation: A Fully Automatic System for Processing Automation in the smallest space: the award-winning KASTOsort tower is KASTOs new all-round solution for processing in unstaffed 24/7 operation. The fully automated operation allows continuous sawing without delays for manual box changes. for easier operation.

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Control Engineering

JULY 28, 2022

Robotics Insights. There is a growing emphasis to make industrial robots that are user friendly and don’t require a great deal of knowledge or expertise to operate effectively. This emphasis is due to a greater need for robots in industrial manufacturing and automation. Reducing robot complexity.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

Multi-tasking capabilities, automation and other improvements result in efficiency, flexibility and precision machining when it comes to the next generation of turning centers and lathes. INDEX’s patented W-serration interface and quick clamping system are included on the MS40-8. The new HQR 200/3 NEO from Mazak Corp.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

JUNE 16, 2023

Thanks to advances in control units and automation that assists in unmanned operations, quality, cost savings and the ability to overcome labor challenges are realized. The CUT F 600’s intuitive Uniqua human-machine interface delivers optimal functionality and ergonomics with a 19″ vertical touchscreen, full keyboard and mouse.

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Robotics Business Review

JANUARY 11, 2024

Source: Kane Robotics Kane Robotics Inc. has combined artificial intelligence with visual sensors to enable its collaborative robot to automatically track and grind weld seams with high accuracy and speed. Kane Robotics cited the case of Paul Mueller Co. How is Kane Robotics’ approach different from others?

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Robotics Business Review

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Hurco and Kawasaki have collaborated to on robotic machine tending with the CL Series. Source: Kawasaki Robotics Kawasaki Robotics (USA) Inc. today said it will demonstrate the latest additions to its portfolio, including the CL Series collaborative robots, at IMTS next week. The Wixom, Mich.-based and Germany.”

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Modern Machine Shop

APRIL 22, 2024

This automated robotic cell at MetalQuest frees employees from repetitive, manual tasks. Source: MetalQuest From the earliest days of automation at IMTS featuring a robot hand moving parts, there has been a massive evolution in technology. “What is the definition of automation?” “Here’s an analogy. .’

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Dinesh Mishra

DECEMBER 29, 2024

Businesses will turn to advanced tools, including digital twins and AI-driven predictive models, to simulate and evaluate various operational scenarios. These innovations will enable organizations to identify inefficiencies and streamline their supply chains, reducing costs while maintaining operational excellence.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

DECEMBER 27, 2022

The minute size of a micron is beyond the human eye, but in becoming even more precise and moving from micrometers to nanometers, ANCA will offer the highest accuracy and quality in the cutting tool in the market. The MX7 ULTRA includes: nanometer control system. system and mechanical upgrades that enhance stiffness and rigidity.

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i4.0 today

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Delta’s innovative automation solutions have significantly transformed the production capabilities of ATS srl., a leading system integrator for complete automatic lines. The machine needed to automatically assemble drawer tracks by inserting three distinct pieces, achieving a final product without human intervention.

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HGR Inc.

JUNE 2, 2022

Industrial automation allows industries to operate efficiently and profit as they grow rapidly. Businesses hoping to make the most of modern technologies look to automating their operations. Industrial automation makes it possible to operate as efficiently as possible and streamline operations. . Fixed automation .

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Fabricating & Metal Work

JANUARY 20, 2025

Robotic tool changers enable faster changeovers, provide reliable data communication, support a variety of tasks, and are compatible with a wide range of robots, applications and tools. This innovation not only reduces downtime but also enhances overall productivity, empowering manufacturers to maximize their machining capabilities.

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Robotics Business Review

DECEMBER 15, 2024

Source: Invent Automation Automotive manufacturing has long benefited from the thoughtful deployment of robotics and automation, and for good reason. Among the many complex production processes, some can be too difficult or too tedious to be completed safely and efficiently by human workers.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

JANUARY 3, 2024

Then the pandemic affected the workforce, predominantly middle-aged workers, leading to decreased productivity as a result of shutdowns. Operators were trained to load and inspect parts. However, during the pandemic, many operators were forced to stay home to care for family members infected by Covid-19 or to recover from it.

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Modern Machine Shop

MAY 26, 2023

It took about two laps around the Automate exhibitors’ space at the Huntington Place convention center in Detroit to realize that the show’s target audience is robotics and systems integrators — tech specialists that develop and implement custom automation solutions for suppliers and OEMs. ” Pretty close!)

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Control Engineering

MARCH 27, 2023

Learning Objectives Explore what’s possible now in warehouse robotics and automation integration with a panel from The Robotics Group of MHI, at ProMat 2023. Understand robotic best practices, integration tips and lessons learned. Bill Vining, co-founder Robot Advisory Group. Bill Vining, co-founder Robot Advisory Group.

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Control Engineering

JANUARY 31, 2023

Hot topics in Control Engineering, for December 2022, for stories posted in the last three months included control system management, industrial robot trends, MQTT, most-viewed Control Engineering stories in 2022 and more. Links to each article below. Six industry trends are highlighted.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

JANUARY 14, 2023

Troy Ojalehto (left) at Rapid Design Solutions, a Certified Systems Integrator of Universal Robots, works with Brian Laulainen (right), an automation engineer at Seattle-based machine shop Toolcraft, teaching the easy operation of the UR5e cobot that handles the operation of the company’s CNC machine.

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