Japan's Car Industry Has Highest Robot Installations in Five Years

This is an 11% increase compared to the previous year and the highest level recorded since 2020. These are preliminary results, presented by the International Federation of Robotics (IFR).

Vention Launches Next-Generation Modular Palletizer to Power its End-of-Line Automation Solutions

"¢ Vention's updated Rapid Series Palletizer features the industry's highest vertical stacking reach, built-in mobility for fast relocation, and software enhancements for effortless pallet recipe creation, including support for unlimited SKUs. "¢ This turnkey solution, offered with robots from FANUC and Universal Robots, supports payloads up to 30 kg (66 lbs) with a collaborative robot and up to 140 kg (308 lbs) with an available industrial robot. "¢ In addition to boxes, Vention's palletizer supports palletizing of bags, trays, and pails with compatible grippers and other features. "¢ As part of Vention's fully integrated automation platform, the Rapid Series Palletizer uses modular hardware that accelerates deployment and scalability with Vention's other end-of-line solutions, including box erecting and case packing. "¢ The Rapid Series Palletizer comes out of the box with live video support directly from the pendant within 10 minutes, 24/7 remote live streaming, and an analytics platform for real-time diagnostics and fleet performance tracking.

Electromate introduces the maxon HEJ Series in Canada: Compact, High Torque Robot Joints for Robotic Applications

The HEJ 90 and HEJ 70 units combine maxon's core competencies-brushless motors, gearboxes, encoders, and motion controllers-into sealed joint actuators ready for harsh, real-world applications.

Conveyor technology for fuel cells

Fuel cells are considered one of the most promising technologies for a sustainable energy future since they offer an efficient and clean way to generate electrical energy. The infrastructure that supports them is also crucial in this process. It includes conveyor technology.

SDP/SI Supports Robotics Innovators with Tailored Motor and Gear Solutions

As robotics and advanced automation continue to evolve, Stock Drive Products/Sterling Instrument (SDP/SI), a Designatronics company, highlights the growing importance of tailored motor and gearing solutions to meet the increasingly complex demands of modern robotic systems.

Stabilus group presents collaborative innovations in automation

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SDP/SI to Exhibit at RoboBusiness 2025 - Supporting Innovation in Robotics Design and Development

SDP/SI invites attendees to visit Booth #323 to explore how its broad range of mechanical and electromechanical components-combined with in-house engineering and manufacturing expertise-can help robotics developers and OEMs solve complex design challenges and accelerate product development.

Methods for Empty Carton Induction in Pick Modules

The method you choose for delivering empty cartons can significantly impact productivity and operational efficiency. Here, we explore three common methods for empty carton induction to Pick Modules, highlighting the benefits of using an overhead conveyor system.

Stereo ace for Precise 3D Images Even with Challenging Surfaces

The new high-resolution Basler Stereo ace complements Basler's 3D product range with an easy-to-integrate series of active stereo cameras that are particularly suitable for logistics and factory automation.

Photoneo Launches PhoXi 3D Scanner Gen3: Setting a New Standard for High-Resolution Industrial 3D Scanning

Photoneo, now part of Zebra Technologies, has launched the PhoXi 3D Scanner Gen3. Featuring Blue Laser technology and an integrated color camera, it offers unparalleled precision for quality control and automation, excelling on difficult surfaces like reflective metals and black plastics.

Filics secures €13.5M in financing to expand and roll out its robotics platform

The "Filics Unit" is the first product and consists of two omnidirectional robots that have been specially developed for handling Euro pallets. The system moves autonomously through the warehouse, traveling under pallets and transporting them.

BitFlow CoaXPress Frame Grabber Aids in SuperKEKB Particle Accelerator Troubleshooting

SuperKEKB is unique in its employment of a nano-beam scheme that squeezes beams to nanometre-scale sizes at the interaction point, along with the use of a large crossing angle between the colliding beams to enhance electron-positron collision efficiency.

The Human + Robot Workforce: How Collaborative Robotics Are Solving the Labor Crisis

Collaborative robotics like person-to-goods or 'pick assist' AMRs are intelligently designed to work with people, not replace them. Adoption of AMRs for automated order fulfillment is turning this challenge into a competitive advantage.

MMP BL58-412F-48V GP52-068 EU-1024 (Brushless 48V DC Gearmotor with 1024 CPR integral optical feedback encoder. Capable of producing up to 247 in-lbs continuous torque and 443 in-lbs peak torque with an output speed of 70 RPM)

The Leaders in Rapid Prototyping of High-Quality Motion Control Solutions

MMP BL86-425E-36V GP81-014 (Brushless 36V DC Gearmotor capable of producing up to 97 in-lbs continuous torque and 268 in-lbs peak torque with an output speed of 319 RPM)

The Leaders in Rapid Prototyping of High-Quality Motion Control Solutions

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Factory Automation - Featured Product

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.

Robotics and Automation - Featured Company

Elmo Motion Control Inc.

Elmo Motion Control Inc.

Elmo has been a motion control technology leader for over 35 years, with millions of servo drives working 24/7 worldwide. Elmo offers complete motion control solutions from design to delivery of cutting-edge servo drives, network-based multi-axis motion controllers, and integrated servo motors. All solutions can be customized and configured using Elmo's proprietary advanced and easy-to-use software tools for any machine in any industry, such as semiconductors, lasers, robots, life sciences, industrial automation, AGV, and more. The company employs more than 350 personnel with headquarters in Israel and offices in the United States, China, Germany, Italy, Korea, Singapore, and an additional manufacturing facility in Poland. Elmo has a worldwide distribution network. By advancing motion control with state-of-the-art technology, Elmo makes smart machines even smarter. As of 2022, Elmo is a Bosch Rexroth company.