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The newest models of the popular Epson Robots' SCARA catalog include the GX4 and GX8, with larger motors and enhanced…

The newest models of the popular Epson Robots' SCARA catalog include the GX4 and GX8, with larger motors and enhanced vibration damping for high-speed, high-payload operations.

Industrial robots use various methods to supply position data for the end-of-arm tools. Many are known to be far less…

Industrial robots use various methods to supply position data for the end-of-arm tools. Many are known to be far less than perfect, but RoboDK is attempting to solve this challenge with TwinTool calibration capabilities.

Hygienic treatment is critical in manufacturing processes for food products. Interroll’s new UHT conveyor module…

Hygienic treatment is critical in manufacturing processes for food products. Interroll’s new UHT conveyor module reduces the amount of debris and germs produced from automated cutting operations.

In the world of modern manufacturing, we want the tools to be effective, safe, and very easy to install and commission.…

In the world of modern manufacturing, we want the tools to be effective, safe, and very easy to install and commission. But when we say ‘easy’, how easy can it really be to commission robotic tools?

Festo has recently announced a new product, the first pneumatic collaborative robot, with the hopes of bringing…

Festo has recently announced a new product, the first pneumatic collaborative robot, with the hopes of bringing automation to a wider range of customers and application scenarios.

What if you could control the end position and the speed of a hydraulic actuator accurately with just a simple signal?…

What if you could control the end position and the speed of a hydraulic actuator accurately with just a simple signal? Some systems use simple open/close valves, but others require far more precision.

FANUC announces the release of its latest CR Series cobot, the CR-35iB, stronger and lighter for improved functionality…

FANUC announces the release of its latest CR Series cobot, the CR-35iB, stronger and lighter for improved functionality and portability and faster installation.

Ships have navigated the face of the earth far longer than any other modern transportation vehicle. But what sorts of…

Ships have navigated the face of the earth far longer than any other modern transportation vehicle. But what sorts of advanced technologies are being used to increase safety and reliability of ocean-going vessels?

Control Automation Day 2022 will be on June 21st, focusing on PLC systems, packed with keynote addresses, educational…

Control Automation Day 2022 will be on June 21st, focusing on PLC systems, packed with keynote addresses, educational live sessions, and exciting giveaways from your favorite manufacturers!

Robotic sorting systems allow DHL to increase speed and accuracy for customers, but in a recent interview with Control…

Robotic sorting systems allow DHL to increase speed and accuracy for customers, but in a recent interview with Control Automation, we learned about some key exciting accomplishments of the new system.

SGN and ULC Technologies introduce their all-electric autonomous robot for road and infrastructure repair, the Robotic…

SGN and ULC Technologies introduce their all-electric autonomous robot for road and infrastructure repair, the Robotic Roadworks and Excavation System, which is set to begin UK trials in Epsom, Surrey.

Our own Control Automation engineering staff had the opportunity to visit VersaBuilt, a CNC robotic integration shop…

Our own Control Automation engineering staff had the opportunity to visit VersaBuilt, a CNC robotic integration shop offering an application system from the Universal Robots UR+ series.

Adlink’s new EOS-JNX Series vision systems are equipped with artificial intelligence (AI) capability and offer new…

Adlink’s new EOS-JNX Series vision systems are equipped with artificial intelligence (AI) capability and offer new possibilities in security and plant monitoring.

MOV.AI and Lannar Electronics collaborate to provide an integrated computing and software platform to speed up mobile…

MOV.AI and Lannar Electronics collaborate to provide an integrated computing and software platform to speed up mobile robot development and deployment.

Comau announces the release of its new 220 kg payload, 6-axis articulating-arm robot, the N-220-2.7, for more…

Comau announces the release of its new 220 kg payload, 6-axis articulating-arm robot, the N-220-2.7, for more cost-effective automation across multiple industries.

While UR enjoys a record first quarter in 2022, a joint project between UR and mobile robot manufacturer MiR looks to…

While UR enjoys a record first quarter in 2022, a joint project between UR and mobile robot manufacturer MiR looks to develop solutions for mobility to advance the future of cobot applications.

Hydraulic component leader Parker Hannifin recently announced a new PAC motion controller and module series with…

Hydraulic component leader Parker Hannifin recently announced a new PAC motion controller and module series with web-based visualization for instant remote monitoring of up to 40 motion axes.

Epson robot programming bears similarities to other industry-standard brands, but contains many unique features,…

Epson robot programming bears similarities to other industry-standard brands, but contains many unique features, including the ability to run background programs alongside the main function.

The United States Department of Commerce has appointed 27 new members to the National AI Advisory Committee (NAIAC).

The United States Department of Commerce has appointed 27 new members to the National AI Advisory Committee (NAIAC).