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The Conveyor | October 2026 Control, Automation, and Robotics News

The Conveyor | October 2026 Control, Automation, and Robotics News

Catch up on October 2026 automation news, including Balluff SmartLight Rigid, Yokogawa gas density measurement, Siemens data acquisition, and other new technologies.


News Nov 08, 2026 by David Peterson
Adding Robots to CNC Machines: What You Need to Know

Adding Robots to CNC Machines: What You Need to Know

Robots can greatly increase machine uptime in a manufacturing shop, but unless a few prerequisites are met, that machine time might just generate more scrap than sales.


ABB Announces AI-Powered Robot Vision and High-Performance Robots

ABB Announces AI-Powered Robot Vision and High-Performance Robots

ABB Robotics introduces AI Robot Trainer for its OmniCore EyeMotion platform, alongside the new IRB 1700 and IRB 1700ID industrial robots engineered for precision manufacturing.


News Oct 24, 2026 by Bob Odhiambo
Bring Your Own Device (BYOD): ABB Releases e-Device Robot Interface

Bring Your Own Device (BYOD): ABB Releases e-Device Robot Interface

With e-Device, users can now operate and program ABB OmniCore-powered industrial robots using their own computers or tablets.


News Oct 02, 2026 by Seth Price
The Conveyor | September 2026 Control, Automation, and Robotics News

The Conveyor | September 2026 Control, Automation, and Robotics News

We’re back, and we’re excited to share all kinds of product news from September 2026. See what you may have missed from all of your favorite control, automation, and robotics brands!


News Sep 30, 2026 by David Peterson
Universal Robots Launches Generation 7 of Groundbreaking Robot Family

Universal Robots Launches Generation 7 of Groundbreaking Robot Family

At IMTS 2026, Universal Robots unveiled Gen 7 robots with new software, controller, teach pendant, and tool-flange features for flexible automation applications.


News Sep 18, 2026 by David Peterson
Smarter Defect Detection: Inside Trends Driving Automation in Quality Inspection

Smarter Defect Detection: Inside Trends Driving Automation in Quality Inspection

Learn how AI-powered machine vision can improve defect detection, increase inspection accuracy, and streamline manufacturing quality control.


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Automation Partnerships Drive Smarter Manufacturing Solutions

Automation Partnerships Drive Smarter Manufacturing Solutions

AI, robotics, and industrial automation leaders are forming strategic partnerships to improve machine health, expand automation, and boost productivity.


News Aug 07, 2026 by Stephanie Leonida
Robotiq Extends Hand-E Stroke to 100 mm for Flexible Part Handling

Robotiq Extends Hand-E Stroke to 100 mm for Flexible Part Handling

The new 100-mm Hand-E Adaptive Gripper option gives manufacturers a wider gripping range while keeping the same payload, sealed design, precision, controls, and integration workflow.


News Aug 05, 2026 by Austin Futrell
KUKA Brings LBR iisy Cobots to iiQKA.OS2 Automation Platform

KUKA Brings LBR iisy Cobots to iiQKA.OS2 Automation Platform

Industrial robots become easier to deploy and scale as KUKA combines its LBR iisy robots with the cybersecure iiQKA.OS2 operating system.


News Jul 29, 2026 by Stephanie Leonida
ABB and Roche Advance Laboratory Automation with Robotics

ABB and Roche Advance Laboratory Automation with Robotics

Explore how ABB and Roche are using robotics and AI to automate clinical laboratories, helping address workforce shortages and improve diagnostic workflows.


News Jul 22, 2026 by Stephanie Leonida
Automate 2026: RealSense Debuts AI-Powered Vision for Robotics

Automate 2026: RealSense Debuts AI-Powered Vision for Robotics

The company unveiled the RealSense D585 Pro depth camera featuring integrated AI processing and the Perception Studio beta program offering early access to new features within the RealSense ecosystem.


News Jun 30, 2026 by Seth Price
ABB Announces New Products, Partnerships, and Software Upgrades

ABB Announces New Products, Partnerships, and Software Upgrades

The releases include non-invasive sensor solutions, a low-flow flowmeter, a robot gripper that learns from human prosthetics, and a web-based expansion pack for ABB’s flagship DCS.


News Jun 26, 2026 by Shawn Dietrich
Teguar Showcases Rugged AI PCs for Edge Computing Tasks

Teguar Showcases Rugged AI PCs for Edge Computing Tasks

New fanless industrial PCs from Teguar support AI inference, machine vision, robotics, and edge analytics in demanding applications.


News Jun 23, 2026 by Stephanie Leonida
Getting Pumped for Chicago: Automate 2026!

Getting Pumped for Chicago: Automate 2026!

We’re looking forward to an amazing, exciting week at McCormick Place for the annual Automate show. Check out the lineup of great companies. Will we see you there?


News Jun 17, 2026 by David Peterson
Aubo Launches G Series Cobots for Heavy-Duty Automation

Aubo Launches G Series Cobots for Heavy-Duty Automation

New G Series cobots from Aubo combine payloads up to 40 kg, joint torque sensing, and EtherCAT control for welding, logistics, and assembly.


News Jun 05, 2026 by Bob Odhiambo
Comau Expands Smart Automation Through Strategic Alliances

Comau Expands Smart Automation Through Strategic Alliances

Partnerships and acquisitions are helping Comau develop next-generation robotics, warehouse automation, and flexible manufacturing solutions.


News Jun 04, 2026 by Stephanie Leonida
Qualcomm Unwraps Products Bringing AI to Entry–Level Laptops and Robotics

Qualcomm Unwraps Products Bringing AI to Entry–Level Laptops and Robotics

At Computex 2026, the company is expanding its Edge AI ecosystem by introducing the Snapdragon C Platform for entry-level laptops, and the Dragonwing IQ10 Reference Design for robotics.


News Jun 02, 2026 by Jeff Child
ABB PickMaster Lite Picks Up the Pace of Automation

ABB PickMaster Lite Picks Up the Pace of Automation

ABB’s PickMaster Lite simplifies and speeds up the deployment of vision-guided robotic picking systems for packaging and automation applications.


News May 21, 2026 by Stephanie Leonida
Customizing Light Curtain Configuration: Muting and Blanking

Customizing Light Curtain Configuration: Muting and Blanking

Some safety applications aren’t a simple on/off at all times; they need objects to pass through a light curtain without stopping the machine. For these, we turn to muting and blanking features.