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The latest and greatest at the Machine Vision Conference

The latest and greatest at the Machine Vision Conference

Now in its seventh year, the Machine Vision Conference and Exhibition is recognised as the leading machine vision trade show worldwide. This year’s show will feature an exciting range of new machine vision technology including the latest products from leading companies. With over 500 visitors expected along with more than 50 exhibitors and over 40 […]

By May 24, 2023 Read More →
ABB introduces robotics education package

ABB introduces robotics education package

ABB Robotics is continuing to close the global education gap in automation and prepare students for the future of work with the launch of a ready-to-use Robotics Education Package. Comprising a GoFa collaborative robot (cobot), teaching materials and a globally recognised technical qualification, the package is part of ABB Robotics global campaign to help workers […]

By May 24, 2023 Read More →
Speakers announced for Automation UK seminars

Speakers announced for Automation UK seminars

Automation UK, the new exhibition highlighting the importance of robotics and systems integration to the future growth of the UK economy, has revealed the details of the first of the industry experts set to speak at the sell-out event. With just over a month to go until the doors open at the Coventry Building Society […]

By May 24, 2023 Read More →
Affordable automated end-of-line packaging

Affordable automated end-of-line packaging

Brillopak used the 2023 Robotics and Automation show in March to highlight how its technology and ‘Automation Architecture’ approach can help companies weather the perfect storm caused by labour issues and compounded by an increased focus on faster return on investment. David Jahn, director at Brillopak, explains: “For the last few years companies have been […]

By May 23, 2023 Read More →
Robot sales in US manufacturing up 12%

Robot sales in US manufacturing up 12%

The North American robotics market showed strong growth in 2022, with total installations in manufacturing rising by 12% to reach 41,624 units. Number one adopter is the automotive industry: companies based in the US, Canada and Mexico installed 20,391 industrial robots – up 30% compared to 2021. These are preliminary results, presented by the International […]

By May 23, 2023 Read More →
Will cobots see a post pandemic growth surge?

Will cobots see a post pandemic growth surge?

The market for collaborative robots is forecast to show strong growth over the coming years, with rising sales in industrial and non-industrial sectors and new application scenarios being developed. According to Interact Analysis’ newly published ‘Global Collaborative Robot Market – 2023’ report, market revenue grew by 17.2% to US$954m in 2022, with shipments increasing by […]

By May 22, 2023 Read More →
Can charismatic robots help teams be more creative?

Can charismatic robots help teams be more creative?

Increasingly, social robots are being used for support in educational contexts. But does the sound of a social robot affect how well they perform, especially when dealing with teams of humans? Teamwork is a key factor in human creativity, boosting collaboration and new ideas. Danish scientists set out to understand whether robots using a voice […]

By May 22, 2023 Read More →
TM Robotics shows new robot additions in Münich

TM Robotics shows new robot additions in Münich

Industrial robot supplier, TM Robotics, the premier distribution partner of Shibaura Machine, will launch the full THE range of SCARA robots to the European market at Automatica 2023. Held from 27 to 30 June in Münich, Germany, Automatica is a significant event for Europe’s robot launches. TM Robotics will exhibit under the Shibaura Machine name […]

By May 19, 2023 Read More →
ABB and B&R demonstrate integrated automation

ABB and B&R demonstrate integrated automation

ABB will be showcasing its ability to offer a one-stop-shop for complete automated solutions for multiple industrial applications at Automation UK (CBS Arena, Coventry, 20-21 June). Stand A01 will include a demonstration featuring ABB’s GoFa collaborative robot and B&R’s ACOPOS 6D handling system. Offering a 5kg payload and a class-leading 950 mm reach, GoFa is […]

By May 19, 2023 Read More →
Thermal imaging solves robotic pick and place

Thermal imaging solves robotic pick and place

Machine vision inspections using visual cameras can occasionally cause recognition problems if the product and background have too little colour contrast. In such cases, thermal imaging cameras can be a practical solution – especially if the product has a different temperature than the transport medium, say the experts at Teledyne Flir. In many cases such […]

By May 19, 2023 Read More →