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Automation on the Move: Mobile Robot Cells

Mobile robot work cells can move between workstations and tend to where demand is highest. These self-contained work cells offer more flexibility for manufacturers than industrial and collaborative robot cells we have previously talked about.

3 days ago by Damond Goodwin

Scantech’s AM-DESK for Automated 3D Measurement

Scantech’s automated 3D measurement station, the AM-DESK, can be coupled with different collaborative robot brands and comes equipped with easy-to-use 3D software for simple and complex measurement tasks.

4 days ago by Damond Goodwin

Northwestern University Unveils Mobile Cobot for Team-based Manipulation Tasks

Researchers from Northwestern University welcome a new breed of collaborative robot, the Omnid Mocobot, for human-multirobot manipulation tasks undertaken in warehouse, factory, and construction environments.

August 01, 2022 by Stephanie Leonida

How to Define the Tool Center Point (TCP) on a Robot

Robots must be moved using cartesian frames to coordinate motion of all the joints. Properly defining the tool center point greatly simplifies teaching for any type of end of arm tool (EoAT).

July 30, 2022 by Damond Goodwin

SIKO’s New Position Sensor With IO-Link Interface

The latest networked position indicator from SIKO, the AP05 IO-Link, is bus compatible and compact. Its user-friendly, easy-to-read display and reduced set-up and installation time make for simple I/O technology.

July 27, 2022 by Damond Goodwin

Photoelectric Sensor Wavelengths

Learn about the differences between red, green, infrared, and more recently, blue photoelectric sensors and how the different light spectrums can aid in varying industrial automation processes.

July 26, 2022 by Antonio Armenta

Schunk’s Nature Inspired Robot Gripper

Schunk offers their robotic gripper inspired by geckos, the ADHESO, a residue-free, energy-free, adhesive gripper that extends robot capabilities. The ADHESO is an innovative product on the market worth keeping an eye on.

July 26, 2022 by Shawn Dietrich

Collaborative Robot Cells: Simple and User-friendly Design Priorities

Learn about the common applications, programming procedures, and safety protocols of collaborative robot work cells, which are often simpler and less expensive than industrial robot work cells.

July 25, 2022 by Damond Goodwin

Teledyne Line Scan Camera Technology Made Lite

Teledyne releases their newest line scan camera technology. Nearly half as compact as the original Linea, the Linea Lite provides low-cost, easy-to-install, compact visual inspection for manufacturers.

July 22, 2022 by Shawn Dietrich

Honeywell Report Suggests Using Automation to Avoid Stagnancy and Track Performance for DC Logistics

As logistics providers face increasing consumer demand and disruption, automation plays a key role in stabilizing the supply chain via future-facing integration and worker specialization.

July 20, 2022 by Caitlin Nicholson

How to Program a Robot: Industrial Robotic Arm Coding Basics

The world of manufacturing is filled with robots, but beginners are still always faced with key questions, starting with perhaps the most basic: how do you program industrial robots?

July 19, 2022 by David Peterson

Cross Company and Doosan Team up to Ship out Cobot Technology

Doosan Robotics aims to expand their range of distribution and integration of their collaborative robot technology across the states by joining forces with industrial automation specialist, Cross Company.

July 19, 2022 by Stephanie Leonida

Industrial Robot Cells: Designing for Safety and Effectiveness

Robot cells make for an efficient automation process, reduce labor costs, and increase worker safety. Learn about the common features, components, and safety requirements of industrial robot work cells.

July 18, 2022 by Damond Goodwin

Comau Introduces Sensitive Environment Industrial Robot

Comau releases the Racer-5 SE, their latest industrial robot. With its smooth, easy to clean design, the Racer-5 SE aims to alleviate the workload in cleanrooms and sensitive manufacturing facilities.

July 18, 2022 by Seth Price

FANUC Opens New Headquarters In Mexico

FANUC Mexico opens its newest headquarters to better serve customers throughout Mexico and Latin America. The new automation headquarters will provide sales, demonstrations, training, engineering, and customer service.

July 17, 2022 by Shawn Dietrich

Beckhoff Releases its New Modular Industrial Robot System

Beckhoff showcases its latest modular industrial robot system at Automatica 2022, the ATRO, which features added link modules of different designs and dimensions, giving users the flexibility to meet their automation needs.

July 10, 2022 by Stephanie Leonida

Universal Robots Introduces 20 kg Redefined Cobot

Universal Robots releases their largest cobot, the UR20, capable of handling up to 20 kg of payload. The UR20 is not only bigger than previous UR cobots but has a faster cycle time and greater motion capabilities.

July 04, 2022 by Seth Price

Methods of Performing Robot Tool Center Point Calibration

Industrial robots are a valuable investment because of their speed and accuracy. However, failing to establish the tool center point (TCP) can decrease the accuracy, effectiveness, and ROI for a robot workcell.

June 27, 2022 by Shawn Dietrich

FANUC Displays New DR-3iB/6 STAINLESS Delta Robot at Automate 2022

FANUC, a world leader in robotics and CNCs, demoed its robotic models at this year's Automate show in Detroit, including its lineup of cobots, welding robots, heavy payload robots, and vision systems.

June 27, 2022 by Damond Goodwin

Robotiq Introduces New Machine Tending Solution

Robotiq aims to help small businesses enter the world of industrial robotics by offering their latest Machine Tending Solution to add to existing CNC machines, allowing for around-the-clock operation.