How the Best Infrared Thermal Modules Enhance Machine Vision for OEMs

11/05/25, 05:47 AM | Industrial Robotics, | Factory Automation | cameras, | machine vision, | thermal imaging

Infrared thermal modules convert temperature data into a visual, quantifiable format, enabling machine vision systems to detect defects, monitor conditions, and optimize processes based on thermal metrics.

How to Improve Warehouse Picking Speed with Automation

11/04/25, 05:43 AM | Mobile Robots, | Factory Automation | bin picking, | supply chain, | warehouse

In warehousing, distribution, and e-commerce fulfillment centers, operational and customer success relies on fast and accurate fulfillment, but achieving and maintaining this service level can be challenging.

Building a Better RFP: A Practical Guide to Choosing the Right Automation Partner

10/29/25, 05:44 AM | Factory Automation, | Other Topics | RFP, | supply chain

Investing in automation is a major decision - one that affects everything from operational efficiency to customer satisfaction. But before you can reap the benefits, you need the right partner. And that starts with a solid Request for Proposal (RFP).

Flexibility vs. Predictability in Mobile Automation: What Facilities Should Really Be Considering

10/28/25, 05:40 AM | Mobile Robots, | Factory Automation | agv, | AMRs

There's a common misconception that AGVs are outdated while AMRs are cutting-edge. In reality, both have evolved considerably in recent years, and modern mobile robots increasingly blur the lines between the two.

What Role Does Robotics Play in the Manufacturing Supply Chain?

10/27/25, 05:50 AM | Factory Automation, | Other Topics | supply chain

Robotics has moved from "point fixes" on isolated stations to the connective tissue of the entire supply chain. In practical terms, that means robots are continuously progressing from just weld or pick.

What Warehouses Really Need to Compete in the Age of AI

10/23/25, 05:39 AM | Factory Automation, | Other Topics | logistics, | WMS

The bottom line is this: in the age of AI, the winners won't be the warehouses with the flashiest tools. They'll be the ones that know how to orchestrate people, processes, and technology into a system that is both efficient and resilient.

Kassow Robots' Edge Edition 7-axis Collaborative Robot Arm

10/22/25, 05:43 AM | Industrial Robotics, | Factory Automation

The Edge Edition was developed through close collaboration to meet the growing demand for compact, mobile cobot solutions. Our R&D team miniaturized the controller to just 10% of its original size and integrated it into the cobot's base.

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GrayMatter Robotics Unveils 100,000-Square-Foot AI Robotics Innovation Center in Carson

10/23/25, 02:54 PM | Industrial Robotics, | Factory Automation | Business Development, | Investment

Major Facility Investment Brings Advanced Manufacturing Jobs and Interactive Robotics Experience to South Bay; New Headquarters Features 20+ Working "Physical AI" Robotic Cells

The Human-Machine Symbiosis: Why Industry 5.0 is the Future of Manufacturing

09/29/25, 05:51 AM | Industrial Robotics, | Factory Automation | cobots, | RaaS, | Rent a Bot

A new paradigm is emerging—Industry 5.0—that offers a powerful solution, not by replacing the human workforce, but by augmenting it through a revolutionary collaboration with machines.

Why SCARA Robot Flexibility Is Non-Negotiable for Modern Digital Manufacturing

09/26/25, 05:50 AM | Industrial Robotics, | Factory Automation | SCARA

Facilities need SCARA robots to adapt quickly to changing market demands and workforce dynamics. They can mitigate labor strain and human error, improving uptime, throughput and output quality.

Introducing the New SH150 Sine-Cosine Hollow Shaft Encoder.

11/05/25, 06:29 AM | Industrial Robotics | Factory Automation

The new SH150 is Industrial Encoder Corporation's largest sine-cosine hollow shaft encoder, featuring a robust 150 mm housing and a 60-100 mm bore range, delivering precise, high-resolution feedback for heavy-duty motors and automation systems.

PI Moves into New U.S. Headquarters to Support Growth and Innovation

11/04/25, 05:36 AM | Industrial Robotics | Factory Automation | PI USA (Physik Instrumente)

New 140,000 sq-ft Shrewsbury, MA facility, drives high-tech job growth in Greater Boston.

igus® First North American Lead Screw Manufacturing Facility in Rhode Island

11/03/25, 07:25 PM | Industrial Robotics | Factory Automation | igus

The new facility, which will begin lead screw production in 2026, is poised to strengthen domestic supply chains and reduce lead times for customers.

Oriental Motor USA - Ideal for AGV/AMR Applications

Oriental Motor USA - Ideal for AGV/AMR Applications

The BLV Series R Type brushless DC motor (BLDC motor) speed control system offers the design of motor and driver significantly reduced in size and weight, yet high-power, and contributes to the battery driven automation. The BLV Series R Type is compatible with the two interfaces of Modbus (RTU) and CANopen communication.

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