Record 310,700 Robots in United States' Factories - IFR reports
The new World Robotics 2021 Industrial Robots report presented by the International Federation of Robotics (IFR) shows a record of about 310,700 industrial robots operating in factories of the United States - an increase of 6%. Sales of new robots slowed down by 8% in 2020. This was the second year of decline following eight years of growth.
FlexLoader M family brings the power of modularity to machine tending
• Smart robotic machine tool tending cells with standardized modules offer easy expansion to meet changing future needs
• Flexibility to handle range of requirements; new workpieces can be introduced in minutes
• Easy vision-based programming eliminates need for specialist skills and increases machine utilization
New MIXO Modular Insert and Metal Contacts for Pneumatic Connections
The new MIXO system not only allows more frequent mating cycles for compressed air distribution systems but also guarantees better mechanical resistance, increased airflow for transmitting dry and compressed air in pneumatic systems.
ModuleWorks and Energid Extend Partnership for Automated Robotic Solutions
ModuleWorks, supplier of CAD/CAM software components, and Energid, software supplier for cooperative and high-axis robotic systems, have extended their partnership. The two companies already supply CAM developers with solutions for subtractive and additive robotic manufacturing and are now extending and intensifying this cooperation to accelerate the development of automated, customized workflows for robotic manufacturing.
Olis® Robotics Product Receives UR+ Certification for Operation of Universal Robots through Web Browsers
The certified Olis® Connect device and URCap software enables remote operators to monitor industrial robots and quickly identify and resolve operational issues using teleoperation.
ATI Industrial Automation develops the Mini43LP ultra-thin Force/Torque Sensor for compact, high-precision applications
ATI Industrial Automation has developed the ultra-thin Mini43LP Force/Torque Sensor, providing high-precision force sensing in a rugged, yet compact transducer. At less than 8 mm tall, the newest member of ATI's force/torque sensor product family is uniquely suited for smaller automated applications.
Tompkins Robotics tSort Automation Delivers Big Benefits for Kmart Australia
Best-in-Class Automation Solution Implemented in Less than Five Months
American-based Automation Company Prime Robotics Awarded 8 Patents for Developing Warehouse Robotic Solutions
Prime Robotics (http://www.primerobotics.com) has announced the issue of 8 approved patents from China, related to a variety of robotic hardware and software automation solutions provided by the Denver-based robotics company.
Amazon Opens New Robotics Facility in the U.S. with Over 200 New Manufacturing Jobs
Since 2010, Amazon has created more than 20,000 jobs in Massachusetts and invested more than $10 billion across the Commonwealth
Autonomous Mobile Robots & Logistics Conference Shatters Record, Marks Exciting Success for Return to Live Events
Digital Hub announced from Association for Advancing Automation to extend educational highlights and showcase conference exhibitors
Tactile Telerobot by Converge Reaches Finals of $10 Million ANA Avatar XPRIZE
Judges recognize the world's first haptic robotic system to transmit realistic touch feedback to an operator located anywhere in the world
Novotechnik - New Shaft Protected Position Sensors
The LWX-002 Series has a differential pressure compensation system with a Gore® membrane to compensate for the pump effect - pressure that can build up due to push rod movement. This feature ensures the sensor series is free from degradation due to pressure buildup that can otherwise occur in rod sensors over time. Backlash-free pivot heads are designed for easy mounting and permit ±12.5% free movement.
UltraFlex using induction to preheat steel shovel forms to 1742°F/950°C within less than 5 seconds
The efficient usage of induction heaters for preheating steel shovel molds has recently been demonstrated by UltraFlex Power Technologies. Being a leading manufacturer of advanced induction heater solutions, the company is frequently showcasing the high efficiency of induction heating compared to traditional heating methods, for a rich variety of industrial applications.
Mobile robot market revenues grow by 20% in 2020 despite pandemic delays
• Nearly 60,000 mobile robots shipped in 2020 - an increase of over 25% on 2019
• 2020 was a tale of two halves: H1 was incredibly slow for mobile robot vendors; H2 incredibly strong
• Revenues to reach $18 billion by 2025, despite lowered short-term forecast
Formant + PickNik power the best-in-class low-latency interface for advanced arm motion planning
PickNik Robotics and Formant are pleased to announce the formation of a working partnership to expand both groups' capabilities to bring cloud-based mobile manipulation to the forefront of robotics.
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Industrial Robotics - Featured Product
TM Robotics - Shibaura Machine THE SCARA range
The THE range from Shibaura Machine is an extensive line up of SCARA robots. Available in four arm lengths THE400 (400mm), THE600 (600mm) and the most recent THE800 (800mm) and THE1000 (1000mm), this range is suitable for assembly, handling, inspection and pick and place processes in varied industrial applications. The THE1000 boasts a 20kg payload capacity and an impressive 0.44 second cycle time, providing high speeds for processes with large components. In fact, the range has been recognised for as the price-to-performance leader compared to other SCARA models in its price range due to its impressive speed versus payload capacity.
