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It’s SCARA, but True! FANUC Releases SR-12<em>i</em>A/C Food-Grade Robot

It’s SCARA, but True! FANUC Releases SR-12iA/C Food-Grade Robot

FANUC has launched the SR-12iA/C food-grade SCARA robot, the largest bot in its category, for hygienic handling and cleanroom applications requiring extended reach and larger payloads.


News Jun 20, 2024 by Joshua Tidwell
Vision Processing Right on the Camera: SICK Launches Inspector83

Vision Processing Right on the Camera: SICK Launches Inspector83

SICK has released a new 2D vision series for high-production environments with ‘out-of-the-box’ AI capabilities, enabling high-quality machine inspections within minutes after installation.


News Jun 20, 2024 by Bob Odhiambo
ABB Kicks off 2024 Startup Challenge Focused on AI Solutions in Robotics

ABB Kicks off 2024 Startup Challenge Focused on AI Solutions in Robotics

ABB has commenced its 2024 Robotics AI Challenge that seeks to drive innovation via collaboration with startups. The annual challenge is focused on advancing artificial intelligence solutions in robotics.


News Jun 20, 2024 by Austin Futrell
Python Tutorial Part 6 | Data Structures: Sets

Python Tutorial Part 6 | Data Structures: Sets

Wrapping up the data structures portion of our journey are sets. This is the least frequently used data structure, but don’t write off the set just yet. Its efficiency and simplicity may provide value in manufacturing data processing.


UTR Sensors Deliver Ultrasonic Part Detection From Autonics

UTR Sensors Deliver Ultrasonic Part Detection From Autonics

The new cylindrical ultrasonic sensor adapts to a wide variety of part detection or level measurement applications, providing IO-Link, analog, and digital outputs to fit various control systems.


News Jun 19, 2024 by Shawn Dietrich
Wenglor launches New Ultrasonic and Contrast Detecting Sensors

Wenglor launches New Ultrasonic and Contrast Detecting Sensors

Wenglor has two new sensors available: the U18T ultrasonic sensor in a stainless steel housing and the P1PW high-speed contrast sensor, both of which are equipped with switching and IO-Link outputs.


News Jun 19, 2024 by Damond Goodwin
Banner Engineering Adds Two New Series to Radar Sensor Offerings

Banner Engineering Adds Two New Series to Radar Sensor Offerings

The K50R and Q90 R series of radar sensors bring versatility and cost-effectiveness to object detection across applications. Both series are designed to be superior alternatives to ultrasonic sensors.


News Jun 18, 2024 by Joshua Tidwell
Fluid Control, Plastics, and Flexibility: Festo Expands Manifold Catalog

Fluid Control, Plastics, and Flexibility: Festo Expands Manifold Catalog

Diffusion bonding is a process used extensively in medical and lab manufacturing. Festo is expanding its micro-fluidic distribution portfolio by providing customized, efficient, space-saving designs.


News Jun 17, 2024 by David Peterson
NVIDIA Isaac and NVIDIA Omniverse Advance AI-Driven Robotics Solutions

NVIDIA Isaac and NVIDIA Omniverse Advance AI-Driven Robotics Solutions

NVIDIA continues to advance the integration of artificial intelligence in industrial robotic solutions through new and existing industry partnerships.


News Jun 15, 2024 by Stephanie Leonida
Networking Woes | How and Why To Change the IP Address of My Computer?

Networking Woes | How and Why To Change the IP Address of My Computer?

Every method of connecting to an industrial device—USB, serial, or Ethernet—poses challenges. For Ethernet, we often must adjust the IP address of our PC, not only the device itself.


New Modbus-Enabled Closed-Loop Stepper Motor From Autonics

New Modbus-Enabled Closed-Loop Stepper Motor From Autonics

The accuracy and reliability of the AiC-MT series of stepper motor systems have been expanded with the addition of Ethernet-based Modbus TCP communications and software for parameter adjustment.


News Jun 13, 2024 by Shawn Dietrich
Python Tutorial Part 5 | Data Structures: Tuples

Python Tutorial Part 5 | Data Structures: Tuples

As we approach the conclusion of Python data structures, we’ll examine the tuple. Used less frequently than lists and dictionaries, tuples do serve some handy use cases where immutability is a critical requirement.


Keyence Releases VS Series System With Integrated AI for Vision-Guided Robotics

Keyence Releases VS Series System With Integrated AI for Vision-Guided Robotics

The new 2d vision-guided robotics system from Keyence has built-in AI and the latest imaging technology to suit advanced operations. The system can be used with fixed and on-hand cameras.


News Jun 12, 2024 by Shawn Dietrich
The Beginner’s Guide to Automation: Testing, Commissioning, and Debugging

The Beginner’s Guide to Automation: Testing, Commissioning, and Debugging

When setting up a system for the first time, the process can seem complex and daunting. However, there are tools available to make the job much easier before commissioning.


I Can See the Light! Introducing Banner’s New GS60 Guide Spotlight

I Can See the Light! Introducing Banner’s New GS60 Guide Spotlight

Object detection and operator interfaces can be simplified with the new dedicated, high-intensity light indicator with configurable colors for a wide range of optical applications.


News Jun 11, 2024 by Austin Futrell
Tutorial: First Program With Phoenix Contact’s PLCnext Platform

Tutorial: First Program With Phoenix Contact’s PLCnext Platform

Learn how to get started with Phoenix Contact’s PLCnext and Engineer software, a platform that ultimately provides a PLC environment for plant control as well as an OS for more advanced IIoT projects.


Techman Robot Launches High-Payload Cobot With Built-In AI Technology

Techman Robot Launches High-Payload Cobot With Built-In AI Technology

Techman Robot has released its newest collaborative robot, the TM30S. The TM30S features heavy-lifting power and AI machine learning capability, giving users enhanced robotic capabilities.


News Jun 09, 2024 by Damond Goodwin
Introducing Weintek’s Latest Compact, Standard Human Machine Interface

Introducing Weintek’s Latest Compact, Standard Human Machine Interface

Weintek has added a new device to its compact cMT X series of human machine interfaces (HMIs). The new HMI brings intuitive features and enhanced functionality to users.


News Jun 08, 2024 by Austin Futrell
Universal Robots and MiR Open up Joint Robotics Headquarters in Denmark

Universal Robots and MiR Open up Joint Robotics Headquarters in Denmark

Teradyne Robotics has opened a 20,000 sq m headquarters in Odense, Denmark. The new facility will enable collaboration between Teradyne's two companies, Universal Robots and Mobile Industrial Robots (MiR).


News Jun 07, 2024 by Seth Price
Python Tutorial Part 4 | Data Structures: Dictionaries

Python Tutorial Part 4 | Data Structures: Dictionaries

Both lists and dictionaries can retain structured data in Python. The dictionary is unique in that it stores individual entries with human-readable logical names rather than index numbers.