Industrial Robotics - Articles, Stories & Interviews

How to Overcome Cobot Design Challenges

Although collaborative robots have become widely available and used in numerous industries, the professionals who design them frequently encounter and must overcome various challenges in cobot design. How should designers address them?

Robot-Driven Manufacturing Enables "Lights-Out" Production

The required solution would need to provide seamless connectivity and communication with the RoboDrill machines, as well as additional factory machinery throughout the company targeted for robotic automation moving forward.

Robotecki Redefines Robotics Precision Cutting and Drilling Applications with RoboDK

With their application, the team at Robotecki not only reduced labor-dependency for these key tasks, they improved the quality of production and throughput.

2025 Top Article - The Future of Machining: Key Trends and Innovations

AI and robotics are seen to deeply disturb specialized industry sectors, bringing beneficial pioneering modernizations in machining, industrial manufacturing and machine shops. Elitsa Krumova explores the future of machining in more depth on behalf of DELMIA.

StackTrax - The Industry's First Off-The-Shelf Dual Axis RTU

Compared to alternative solutions, such as multiple robots or overhead gantry systems, StackTrax can provide a space and cost-saving alternative that will improve cycle time and overall throughput.

CASE STUDY STT SYSTEMS and STEMMER IMAGING: AUTOMOTIVE BOLT INSPECTION SYSTEM WITH GOCATOR SMART 3D LASER PROFILERS

LMI Technologies, in partnership with STT Systems and Stemmer Imaging, implemented an automated quality inspection system to detect missing bolts on automotive blanks. The system integrated multiple Gocator 3D sensors and an RFID tracking system for real-time analysis.

The Right 3D Vision Scanner for Robotic Programming: Laser Profilers vs Structured Light Scanners in Industrial Automation

By combining flexible vision technology with automated processing, manufacturers and system integrators can shorten deployment cycles, reduce reliance on fixtures, and achieve the adaptability needed for high-mix, high-precision production.

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The Role of Emotional Intelligence When Implementing Industrial Robotics

Emotional intelligence remains a vital leadership skill for manufacturing and industrial leaders embracing robotics. Here's why it matters and how leaders can foster it, helping organizations reap the full benefits of automation while maintaining human-centric workplaces.

The Hiring Freeze Came First. The Robots Came After.

This is not just a vibes-based assessment: in May, the U.S. reported around 332,000 open jobs in transportation, warehousing, and utilities, plus another 400,000 in manufacturing. Wages are up, benefits are better, yet demand still outpaces supply.

BTM INDUSTRIAL IS HOSTING AN ONLINE SALE OF INDUSTRIAL ROBOTS ON DECEMBER 17-18, 2025

Includes more than 200 robots designed to automate tasks, such as welding, manufacturing, packaging, warehousing, and food processing. This court-authorized sale requires the liquidation of all assets, regardless of price.

Industrial Robotics - News Headlines

Top 5 Global Robotics Trends 2026 - International Federation of Robotics Reports

The International Federation of Robotics reports on the top 5 trends for the robotics industry for 2026.

CES 2026 | Linkerbot: 80% Market Dominance, Thousand-Unit Monthly Output

Commanding 80% of the global high-DOF dexterous robotic hand market, Linkerbot unveils breakthrough products that upend industry cost and delivery standards.

RealMan Robotics Showcases Embodied Intelligence Infrastructure at CES 2026

A system-level platform spanning humanoid robotic arms, integrated joint modules, global remote operations, and open-sourced real-world data.

Industrial Robotics - Featured Product

PI USA - Gantry Stages for Laser Machining and Additive Manufacturing
PI USA - Gantry Stages for Laser Machining and Additive Manufacturing

PI USA - Gantry Stages for Laser Machining and Additive Manufacturing

High performance gantry systems, from PI, are used in precision assembly, laser machining, and additive manufacturing. Complete with software and state-of-the-art EtherCat® motion controllers. Easy to program, easy synchronization with lasers and dispensers. Standard and custom, compact systems and large, granite-based units.

Industrial Robotics - Featured Company

IDS Imaging Development Systems Inc.

World-class image processing and industrial cameras "Made in Germany". Machine vision systems from IDS are powerful and easy to use. IDS is a leading provider of area scan cameras with USB and GigE interfaces, 3D industrial cameras and industrial cameras with artificial intelligence. Industrial monitoring cameras with streaming and event recording complete the portfolio. One of IDS's key strengths is customized solutions. An experienced project team of hardware and software developers makes almost anything technically possible to meet individual specifications - from custom design and PCB electronics to specific connector configurations. Whether in an industrial or non-industrial setting: IDS cameras and sensors assist companies worldwide in optimizing processes, ensuring quality, driving research, conserving raw materials, and serving people. They provide reliability, efficiency and flexibility for your application.