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Is Reality Capture the Next Step in Digital Twinning?

Is Reality Capture the Next Step in Digital Twinning?

Numerous industrial automation companies presented digital technologies at the Reality Capture Network Conference (RCN), running 13-14 October.


ABB’s Latest Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) is Built Specifically for Industrial Applications and Harsh Conditions

ABB’s Latest Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) is Built Specifically for Industrial Applications and Harsh Conditions

What is uninterruptible power supply, and how could ABB’s medium-voltage power supply help engineers on the factory floor or in harsh environments?


News Oct 14, 2021 by Shawn Dietrich
Soft Robotics Launches 3D Vision Software to Accelerate Automation in the Food and Beverage Industry

Soft Robotics Launches 3D Vision Software to Accelerate Automation in the Food and Beverage Industry

Soft Robotics created a 3D automated solution to provide a human-like robotic workforce for the food and beverage industry and packing operations.


News Oct 14, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida
Laird Thermal Systems Expands Performance Chiller Line with New Thermoelectric Coolers

Laird Thermal Systems Expands Performance Chiller Line with New Thermoelectric Coolers

What are the new solid-state thermoelectric coolers from Laird Thermal Systems and how could they help control temperature in harsh industrial environments?


News Oct 13, 2021 by Shawn Dietrich
An Introduction to Track Conveyance Systems

An Introduction to Track Conveyance Systems

What are track conveyance systems, and how are they different from traditional belt conveyor systems?


SCHUNK Releases New Products and Hits the Road to Demonstrate Automated Robotic Solutions

SCHUNK Releases New Products and Hits the Road to Demonstrate Automated Robotic Solutions

SCHUNK recently released new devices for machine tooling and is now demonstrating these solutions in five countries to target plant managers, automation experts, and production staff.


News Oct 13, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida
Five Common Breaking Points of Industrial-grade Machinery and How to Combat Them

Five Common Breaking Points of Industrial-grade Machinery and How to Combat Them

Broken industrial machinery can cause unexpected downtime, production loss, and even injury. Let's look at some of the most common issues and how to properly address them.


Bright Machines Introduces a “Self-service” Factory Automation Software

Bright Machines Introduces a “Self-service” Factory Automation Software

To enable their customers to reduce their dependence on vendors and enhance the efficiency and optimization of factory assembly lines, Bright Machines introduced the Brightware Studio software package.


News Oct 12, 2021 by Sara McCaslin
Beckhoff Expands Its Industrial PCs to Provide Edge Devices for Faster Packing Operations

Beckhoff Expands Its Industrial PCs to Provide Edge Devices for Faster Packing Operations

How is Beckhoff working with OPTIMA Packaging Group to provide them with data management capabilities and smart product traceability?


News Oct 12, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida
Genetic Operators in Evolutionary Algorithms

Genetic Operators in Evolutionary Algorithms

Learn about genetic operators and their role in future genetic algorithms for automation.


Industry Leaders Set to Debut Latest Industrial Software and Edge Devices at Rockwell Automation Fair

Industry Leaders Set to Debut Latest Industrial Software and Edge Devices at Rockwell Automation Fair

Rittal and EPLAN plan to jointly showcase new industrial software solutions at the Rockwell Automation Fair.


Assessing Buzzwords: X “as a Service” (XaaS)

Assessing Buzzwords: X “as a Service” (XaaS)

XaaS, or the service model, has grown in the last several years. Pop-up terms like “SaaS,” “IaaS,” and “RaaS” are seen throughout the industry. But what do they mean, and do they provide dependable ROI?


GE, Fraunhofer, and Voxeljet Partner to Develop New 3D Printing Technology for Various Industrial Applications

GE, Fraunhofer, and Voxeljet Partner to Develop New 3D Printing Technology for Various Industrial Applications

Industry leaders in renewable energy are partnering to create a casting cell and integrate new 3D printing technology in wind turbines.


News Oct 09, 2021 by Ben Stepanian
ROEQ Boosts AMR Payloads and Lifting Capabilities

ROEQ Boosts AMR Payloads and Lifting Capabilities

The current labor shortage, along with tedious, repetitive tasks make it difficult to find warehousing employees. ROEQ and MiR aim to help by increasing robotic payload and lifting capacities.


News Oct 08, 2021 by Aline Dias
Why are 6-axis Robot Arms so Common?

Why are 6-axis Robot Arms so Common?

In the typical articulated arm structure, six axes of motion are often seen as a standard design target. Why is six that target, and what are the benefits and losses from more or fewer axes?


Siemens Focuses on Closing the Skills Gap with New Education Initiatives in Automation

Siemens Focuses on Closing the Skills Gap with New Education Initiatives in Automation

Siemens is launching training and apprenticeship programs to help young engineers and students jump-start their careers in industrial manufacturing.


News Oct 08, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida
Pilz Releases a Radar System Aimed to Make Robotic Operations Safer

Pilz Releases a Radar System Aimed to Make Robotic Operations Safer

How can this sensor make automation applications safer?


Phoenix Contact Upgrades Control System Components to Support Industrial Automation Needs

Phoenix Contact Upgrades Control System Components to Support Industrial Automation Needs

Learn about the latest control and automation components from Phoenix Contact such as their new control cabinet, terminal blocks, and converters.


News Oct 07, 2021 by Shawn Dietrich
Eaton’s New Valves are Designed to Play a Key Role in Automotive Manufacturing

Eaton’s New Valves are Designed to Play a Key Role in Automotive Manufacturing

Learn about the latest Fill Limit Vent Valves (FLVV) and Grade Vent Valves (GVV) from Eaton and how they could help the automotive industry manage harmful vapors.


News Oct 07, 2021 by Seth Price
ABB Introduces Latest SCARA Robot for High-precision Assembly Tasks

ABB Introduces Latest SCARA Robot for High-precision Assembly Tasks

What is a SCARA robot and how did ABB design this new robot with enhanced control capabilities?


News Oct 06, 2021 by Gunner Scott