How to Select the Best Motor for a Jointed Arm Robot
There is a seemingly endless selection of DC, stepper, and servo motor products on the market, each with their own advantages and drawbacks. Going into the selection process having answered a few key questions will vastly simplify the selection process.
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.
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.
MOV.AI launches a Robotics Engine Platform™ that allows manufacturers and integrators to develop AMRs and deploy them in dynamic environments
The latest version of the MOV.AI platform offers a visual IDE, advanced algorithms such as 3D SLAM, simulation tools, scene and behavior editors, an open API framework and more.
Epson Overcomes Automation Barriers with No-Code, Easy-to-Use Epson RC+ Express Robot Teaching Environment
New Intuitive Software Features Simple, Visual Interface to Streamline Automation and Ease Programming of Epson SCARA Robots
Robot-Ready Conveying Optimizes Pick-and-Place
From a machine builder's point of view, robots can solve many processing and packaging line problems, but the chosen material handling systems supplying the line can reduce the robot's performance.
Robot Orders Increase 67% in Q2 2021 Over Same Period in 2020, Showing Return to Pre-Pandemic Demand for Automation
Association for Advancing Automation (A3) stats show positive outlook for automation industry as manufacturers and others continue to get back to business
Omron Automation Americas launches next-generation 3D AOI
The Omron VT-S1080 3D AOI introduces the most advanced combination of AI-assisted, innovative, Omron technology to target the critical solder joint inspection process. The flexible capabilities and quantitative, IPC-compliant inspection approach help ensure the quality and reliability of your products. Omron's powerful, offline productivity and data analysis tools provide effective means to operate more efficiently, reduce skill level requirements, and achieve true process improvement.
Electromate extends its product portfolio to include Robots from Mecademic
Electromate's new partnership with Mecademic will expand its reach to end users and manufacturers needing ultra compact and precise industrial robots across Canada.
Geek+ and DHL showcase the future of Robotics Automation in DHL's Asia Pacific Innovation Center
"¢ New "Warehouse of the Future" exhibit in the DHL Asia Pacific Innovation Center explores the possibilities of a completely automated e-commerce solution.
Closing the AI Ambition - Execution Gap in Manufacturing
While most manufacturing companies have begun to explore the next step in automation technology -- artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) -- a large gap exists between where they want their organizations to be with AI technology and where they are.
VadaTech Announces a FMC+ with Quad ADC 12-bit @ 1.6 GSPS
VadaTech, a leading manufacturer of integrated systems, embedded boards, enabling software and application-ready platforms, announces the FMC254. The FMC254 is an FPGA Mezzanine Card (FMC+) per VITA 57.4 specification.
10 Things to Consider When Exploring Offline Robot Programming Software Solutions
Offline Robot Programming (OLP) takes the programming "offline" - away from the teach pendent / robot cell - allowing the user to generate the robotic code from their computer without having to take the robot out of production to generate it.
Geek+ launches highest logistic robot in the industry to revolutionize warehouse storage
"¢ Expanding its RoboShuttle family with an 8-meter robot reach and flexible tote-picking capabilities.
Dexterity Announces US$140M in New Funding
Series B Equity and Debt Financing to Support First 1,000 Robot Installations for New and Current Customers
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Factory Automation - Featured Product
KNF - Automation Technology Requires Reliable and Durable Pumps
KNF vacuum pumps for automation applications are designed for a long service life, with micro gas pumps used as cobot pumps achieving more than 20,000 hours. The latest generation of KNF brushless DC motors has an innovative bearing design that withstands high mechanical loads. This technical strength protects the vacuum pump's longevity, especially with fast switching cycles.
Robotics and Automation - Featured Company
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.
