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Revolutionizing Automotive Manufacturing Intralogistics

Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) are designed to enhance intralogistics, the complex process of managing and transporting materials within a manufacturing facility, which is critical in automotive production.

The Battle of Price and Progress: Making AI Affordable for the Smaller Businesses

Brain-inspired architectures are making AI models more efficient and less resource-intensive. This convergence of AI innovation and energy efficiency points to a future where AI isn’t just the domain of large corporations but a tool accessible to all.

Integrating Servo Drives with Robotics: Key Considerations for Seamless Automation

In this article, we will explore the key considerations for integrating servo drives with robotics to achieve smoother, more effective automation systems.

Longer tool service life, lower energy consumption

It has become essential for production companies to manufacture in a climate-friendly and economical way. With process-integrated measures, pollutant emissions and the use of resources must be kept as low as possible, while protecting and relieving the burden on employees.

Robot Recovery – Flood Damage

No matter what caused the flooding there will be damage to equipment in your facility. With quick, proper post-flood treatment, you can minimize the damage. We will walk you through the necessary steps to handle your robots after they have been exposed to standing water.

Investing in the UK’s injection moulding sector - The case for all-electric machines and robotic integration

Traditionally, our manufacturers have relied on hydraulic-powered injection moulding machines in their operations. However, the industry is now at a crossroads, faced with the imperative to embrace technological advancements for sustainability and cost-effectiveness.

PACK EXPO 2024 Product Preview

PACK EXPO International 2024 takes place November 3rd - 6th in Chicago, Illinois. The Exhibit hall floor will be loaded with new products and services. Here is a preview of some things to look forward to at this years event.

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Can cobots attract more young talent to welding?

Despite the attractive salary, the number of young people taking up this profession continues to decline, as it is often regarded as unappealing, harmful to health, and dirty. This is where cobots come in.

Revolutionizing Warehouse Floors: How AGVs & AMRs are Driving Safety in Modern Manufacturing

With automated systems, the possibilities for implementation are endless, but depending on your business goals and needs, automated guided vehicles (AGVs) and autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) prove to be particularly impactful.

Choosing Zero Trust Network Access Over Virtual Private Networks is a C-Suite Decision

PwC describes today as the “age of continuous reinvention” in its 27th Annual Global CEO Survey report. One of the most startling findings is that 45% of CEOs do not believe their company will be viable in 10 years if it stays on the current path.

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Lam Research Introduces the Semiconductor Industry's First Collaborative Robot for Fab Maintenance Optimization

Dextro™'s robotic arm delivers precision and repeatability to help chipmakers drive yield improvement

Oxipital AI Partners with Stäubli Robotics

Combined technologies address the most pressing problems plaguing the food industry

Olive Young Deploys Libiao Robots to Capitalize on K-Beauty Boom

• T-Sort system enables retailer to service growing markets by consolidating three sites • Compact design takes up minimal warehouse space in Seoul metropolitan region

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Model TR1 Tru-Trac
Model TR1 Tru-Trac

Model TR1 Tru-Trac

The Model TR1 Tru-Trac® linear measurement solution is a versatile option for tracking velocity, position, or distance over a wide variety of surfaces. An integrated encoder, measuring wheel, and spring-loaded torsion arm in one, compact unit, the Model TR1 is easy to install. The spring-loaded torsion arm offers adjustable torsion load, allowing the Model TR1 to be mounted in almost any orientation - even upside-down. The threaded shaft on the pivot axis is field reversible, providing mounting access from either side. With operating speeds up to 3000 feet per minute, a wide variety of configuration options - including multiple wheel material options - and a housing made from a durable, conductive composite material that minimizes static buildup, the Model TR1 Tru-Trac® is the ideal solution for countless applications.

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OnLogic

A global industrial PC manufacturer and solution provider focused on hardware for the IoT edge, OnLogic designs highly-configurable computers engineered for reliability. Their systems operate in the harshest environments and power innovation in the evolving Internet of Things. Founded in 2003 as Logic Supply, the company has served more than 70,000 customers. OnLogic has offices in the US, Netherlands, Taiwan and Malaysia.