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Sigma Labs and Additive Industries Expand Partnership to Streamline Additive Manufacturing

Sigma Labs, a company that specializes in quality control software for the additive manufacturing (AM), has expanded its partnership with Additive Industries.

4 hours ago by Ben Stepanian

Kaman Introduces New Self-Contained Displacement Sensor to New Industries

Kaman Precision Products released the SC-2440 analog output displacement sensor designed for automated assembly.

12 hours ago by Stephanie Leonida

Understanding Computerized Maintenance Management Systems

A computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) is a software system that manages an entire company’s maintenance activities. It supports the maintenance personnel by helping to develop a database relevant to maintenance activities.

one day ago by Muhammad Asim Niazi

Geek+ Launches Its Largest Packing Robot for Intelligent Sorting

Geek+, a global technology company focused on advanced robotics and AI, has announced a new robot for intelligent sorting of large packages: the S100C. 

2 days ago by Sara McCaslin

Using Sensors with Open Collector Outputs

This article discusses how to use sensors with open collector outputs and learning some of the module connections involved.

3 days ago by David Peterson

igus Announces 7th Axis to Extend Range of Movement for Articulated Arm Robots

igus introduces its new 7th axis solution to provide greater movement range for Universal Robots and robolink bots. 

3 days ago by Stephanie Leonida

Robotiq, Pickit, and Festo Partner on Picking and Packaging to Reach Industrial Innovation

Robotiq has partnered with Pickit and Festo to develop and produce cobots to serve various industries and applications.

4 days ago by Seth Price

SICK Sensors Announces New Series for Oxygen Measurement in Industrial Combustion Processes

Industrial sensors manufacturer SICK announced the expansion of their ZIRKOR series for oxygen measurement in industrial processes and beyond.

4 days ago by Alessandro Mascellino

A Comparison of Mechanical Power Transmission Methods

In nearly every machine with motion, a selection of gears, belts, and chains sends power to the final mechanisms and power must be transmitted from the motor to the final load(s) device. Choosing between transmission methods isn’t always simple, but a few key properties can help to make the choices easier.

5 days ago by David Peterson

Emerson Releases Brand New Flow Meter With Quadruple Sensors and Transmitters

The Rosemount 8800 Quad Vortex flow meter is one of the first in the industry with quadruple sensors and transmitters.

5 days ago by Alessandro Mascellino

How Object Detection Works in Machine Vision Applications

The following will introduce how machine vision and object recognition works and how developers are working on making it easier to integrate for more extensive market adoption. 

September 22, 2020 by Jeff Kerns

After Yumi Celebrates Its 5th Year, ABB Robotics Unveils Its 1-Armed Cousin

Beyond its dual-arm design and sensing features, YuMi is unique in the collaborative robot space. Now, ABB releases its one-arm spin-off with newly added features that make it even more versatile.   

September 22, 2020 by Leah Scully

Power Supply Troubleshooting and Testing

This article discusses the proper steps for testing the supply for proper function.

September 21, 2020 by David Peterson

ABB Announces Healthcare and Manufacturing Solutions at CIIF Event

Industrial automation giant, ABB, unveiled a new series of solutions for intelligent manufacturing and healthcare recently.

September 20, 2020 by Alessandro Mascellino

The Purpose of NPN Sensors in Control Systems

A typical control system uses PNP sensors and tends to be easier to visualize. For opposite polarity systems, the NPN sensor is the only compatible sensor type. Learn more about NPN sensors, including characteristics and uses.

September 19, 2020 by David Peterson

Transforming the Industry: NVIDIA to Acquire Arm and Generate AI-Based Technologies

NVIDIA is set to acquire Arm Limited and together endeavor to drive the growth of AI technologies in the industrial sector and beyond.

September 18, 2020 by Stephanie Leonida

Siemens Delivers Digital Contact Tracing Application for Safer Workplaces

Siemens announced the release of Enlightened Safe, an application that facilitates tracking employees who may have been in contact with an infected individual at their workplace.

September 18, 2020 by Sara McCaslin

How to Perform a Site Acceptance Test

Learn about site acceptance tests (SATs), how they differ from and complement factory acceptance tests, and what the necessary steps entail.

September 17, 2020 by Muhammad Asim Niazi

YuMi Celebrates 5 Years as Collaborative Robots Reach New Industries

ABB Robotics celebrates the 5th year of its YuMi collaborative robot being on the market.

September 17, 2020 by Leah Scully

Understanding Different IP Enclosure Ratings

This article will provide an overview of the IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission) IP (Ingress Protection) ratings, IEC standard 60529, sometimes referred to as International Protection code.

September 16, 2020 by Dennis Lynch