2017 Archive
December 2017
- Lightweight Universal Robots take on heavy duty welding
- Comau launches new App to control robot operations
- TM Robotics launches new Toshiba SCARA robot
- RARUK modular robot is easily moved between machines
- TM Robotics offers observations from IREX
- HMK presents cobot seminar at Southern Manufacturing
- Universal Robots says cobots are a catalyst for reshoring
- Igus enables cost-effective 270 degree robotic swivel arm
- New laser triangulation sensor from Micro-Epsilon
- World Robotics Federation elects Junji Tsuda as president
- Igus webinar discusses low cost robotic automation
- Maxon launches powerful motor for robotics
- Fanuc launches food-friendly robot
- Yaskawa servo packaging suits packaging robots
- Mitsubishi extends range with first collaborative robot
- ABB unveils newest member of the YuMi family
- Flexible robot interface for AGVs from RARUK
- Brillopak robot solution yields 15 month ROI for McVities
- Mitsubishi adds robot CPU to iQ-R series PLC
- Is your robot battery up to the task?
- Seeking opportunity in ‘Robopocalypse’
- Ocado reveals robotic system for picking groceries
November 2017
- ABB and Kawasaki cooperate on cobots
- Epson to launch autonomous dual-arm robot
- Sertec invests £500,000 in Fanuc robot welding cell
- Baumüller presents new multi-axis controller
- New articulated welding robot from Baumüller
- Universal Robot UR10s speed up labelling process
- Güdel pivot arm robot overcomes height restrictions
- Robotics is breaking through into service industries
- Considerations when purchasing a robot
- Shadow shortlisted for design award at Innovate 2017
- 3D printing using a Mitsubishi Electric 7-axis robot
- Growing robotics team at RARUK Automation
- Configure linear robots with Igus SHT wizard
- TM Robotics dispels the Industry 4.0 myths
- Yaskawa launches compact robots for food applications
- HMS provides wireless access for disinfection robot
- Omron shows solution for production efficiency
- Güdel gantry robots sort and palletise tyres
- Renishaw neuromate robot to assist during surgery
October 2017
- Can robots reboot manufacturing in Europe?
- Mitsubishi presents new concept for maintenance
- Automation can soften the impact of a hard Brexit
- Pacepacker uses 3D printing for robot end effector
- Automata Technologies slashes the cost of robotics
- UK manufacturing industry must wake up to automation
- RARUK highlights robots at Advanced Engineering
- Omron highlights mobile robots at Advanced Engineering
- The age of the PLC platform is now says Mitsubishi
- Live demonstrations by Igus of robolink D
- Fanuc launches compact robot for welding and handling
- eBook from Robotiq: Making robots work in your factory
- ABB Robotics seminar on improving productivity
- Universal Robots advises on getting started with robots
- Fanuc launches fastest palletising robot in its class
- Scorpion Vision appoints new sales director
- ABB embeds safety I/O in robot controllers
- Fanuc unveils industrial washing robot
- Schunk develops new gripping control modules
- Create animatronics with Igus robolink D
- Universal Robots for injection moulding
- Aerotech launches multi-axis robot controller
- Renishaw robot makes Holby City guest appearance
- Omron installs two new robot production lines
- Mitsubishi robot automates printer cartridge refills
September 2017
- RARUK Automation introduces dual gripper
- HMK introduces cobot with built-in vision
- Schneider Electric appoints UK and Ireland president
- Igus reduces mobile robot weight by 15%
- Fanuc unveils full Industry 4.0 potential at EMO 2017
- Augmented humans with robotic exoskeletons
- SMC unveils magnetic gripper for uneven workpieces
August 2017
- Customisable mobile industrial robot from RA Rodriguez
- HepcoMotion showcases gantry solutions at PPMA
- AMRC develops low-cost robotic solution
- Universal robot cuts welding time by 50%
- Omron showcases robotics and automation at Motek
- Why do we blame robots when the line stops?
- Brillopak punnet loading line features Omron delta robot
July 2017
- European Automation considers the evolution of AGVs
- Fanuc showcases automated packaging solutions at PPMA
- Measuring distance with a single photo
- Schunk introduces HRC collaborative grippers
- Yaskawa MotoLogix hooks up with Routeco
- Mobile robots will transform material handling and logistics
- Pacepacker encourages food industry robot adoption
- Get connected at Advanced Engineering 2017
- TM Robotics launches TVM six-axis robot range
- Stanford researchers develop soft, growing robot
- Universal robot eliminates heavy lifting for printer
- Schunk shows new IO-Link gripper at EMO
- B&R announces Innovation Day programme
- Altus supports bespoke desktop soldering robots
- Competition authorities approve B&R acquisition
- Sick’s camera takes 3D images in a snapshot
- New dual gripper from RA Rodriguez
- Little butler robot wins inventors’ award
- Sick highlights sensing innovations at PPMA
- Rockwell Automation light curtains improve flexibility
- Mitsubishi Electric highlights robot integration at PPMA
- Fanuc and Hi-Tech to join forces at Interplas 2017
- Mitsubishi Electric robots aid assembly and test
- Collaborative robots recognised as market driver
- Food factory cobots are coming… or are they?
- Yaskawa continues to invest in Europe
- Igus gives articulated arm to Southampton University
- Mabey puts cutting-edge ABB robots to work
- The future of robotics and automation
- AL-KO secures Stemmer Imaging’s future
- RA Rodriguez brings robots to PPMA Show 2017
June 2017
- Repeatable testing with UR3 robot and Robotiq gripper
- Universal concept to regulate robot behaviour
- World’s first DGUV-certified gripper grasps attention
- Robots get a better grip on bottles
- New robot lends precision and reliability to the production of hearing aids
- FANUC introduces new compact ARC welding robot
- Schneider Electric offers a one-stop-shop for robotics and automation
- Pacepacker robots deep dive into bulk display units
- Robots versus conventional automation solutions
- Collaborative robots help printing company save time
- Easily attach cable protection solutions to cobot arms
- FANUC launches purpose-built academy at Ansty Park
- Universal Robots receives ‘Best Design’ award
May 2017
- Pacepacker Services highlights faster reprogramming
- RA Rodriguez sponsors winning school robotics team
- Schunk brings magnetic gripper to UK exhibition
- Robotics & Automation exhibition, October 2017
- ABB Robotics seminar and workshop for UK SMEs
- In the hands of industrial automation
- Omron debuts world’s fastest and first 4 arm delta robot
- Comau launches new AGV for smart factory logistics
- Interpack sees launch of new FANUC flexible robot controller
- Igus robot turns a book into a real page turner
April 2017
- Comau collaborates with Microsoft and ICONICS
- Universal Robots raises robot literacy
- Pacepacker Services boosts packaging agility
- Schunk wins Hermes Award with new gripper
- Comau showcases advances at Hannover Messe
- Festo introduces pneumatic robot concepts
- Fanuc to exhibit at Interpack 2017
- Granta Automation balances the robotic debate
- Mitsubishi Electric highlights revolution in life sciences
- Will B&R acquisition give ABB a boost?
- Robots will not steal UK jobs, they’ll create more
- European Automation looks at soft robotics
March 2017
- Build low-cost robotics with Igus robolink (3)
- Fanuc provides a simple guide to robot safety
- First Fanuc M410iC/185 robot installed in the field
- 3D area sensor from Fanuc increases productivity
- Build low-cost robotics with Igus robolink (2)
- Universal Robots appoints new sales manager
- Universal Robots assist with burger flipping
- Build low-cost robotics using Igus robolink (1)
- Improve cycle times with Robotiq multi-gripper
- Ericsson and Comau to explore 5G potential
February 2017
- Collaborative robots drive efficiency improvements
- Universal Robots help automate the aerospace industry
- Fanuc robots flex to blister filling needs
- Mitsubishi Electric demonstrates new teach technology
- Aerotech targets hexapod at ultra-precision applications
- Robotiq eBook addresses robot integration skills
- Fanuc launches new collaborative robots
- Igus dress-packs provide maximum cable protection
- Universal Robots certified for cleanroom tasks
- Universal Robots meet the needs of product testing
- Low-cost robotic range from RS Components
January 2017
- Robotic solutions now open to everyone
- Industrial robot deployments growing, says report
- Robotiq helps you build robotics expertise
- Igus 5-axis arms now available pre-assembled