Piccolo, an open-source design for creating a tiny programmable robot, enjoyed the opportunity to introduce thousands of young people to the joy of creation at the first ever Maker Faire in Lisbon, Portugal last weekend. The hand-held robot, created by Diatom Studio, is a 3-axis robot that anyone can build for themselves using specs and […]
Developed at the University of Birmingham, Boris is a robot that can pick up objects he has never seen before. Displayed at the British Science Festival, Boris is able to analyse and subsequently pick up and position objects without the need for prior programming. Looking at an object, he can work out how best to […]
At the PPMA Show 2014, Scorpion Vision – a leader in 3D robot vision guidance – will highlight its Scorpion 3D Stinger technology that is used for real-time 3D robot vision and other demanding machine vision applications. The Scorpion 3D Stinger RPP Camera provides the basis for robust and reliable 3D robot vision solutions. The Scorpion […]
The latest version of FANUC UK’s ROBOGUIDE software is a powerful simulation tool. It enables customers and integrators alike to precisely visualise and pre-programme a robotic installation in a safe and convenient virtual 3D world, before putting those plans into effect. As well as being able to predict and forestall potential new-build issues, ROBOGUIDE gives […]
FANUC and Rockwell Automation have announced an advanced global collaboration to provide customers a more seamless and integrated manufacturing solution. The two companies have expanded their initial collaboration, started four years ago, in the CNC and Logix programmable automation controller (Logix PAC) environments with further integration of robotics, ROBOMACHINEs and enterprise software products. The effort […]
Kiesling Maschinentechnik, a member of the internationally successful Friedhelm Loh Group, is a specialist for automation solutions in switchgear manufacture. After a five-year development period, the Averex, the world’s first robotic wiring centre is production-ready. But first, two real-world field tests will be conducted in the second half of 2014. Averex has been specially developed […]
Scorpion Vision has announced three days of training into its machine vision technology, from 22-24 October 2014 in Oslo, Norway. In a packed agenda, delegates will get a day of basic training in Scorpion Vision technology, a day with Scorpion Compact Vision, and a day with the Scorpion 3D Stinger – designed for cutting edge […]
There are many reasons to visit the NEC, Birmingham at the end of September, with Interplas – the forum for the British plastics industry – running alongside the PPMA show, the Sensors and Instrumentation exhibition, and the Machine Building Show. Held tri-annually, Interplas (30 September – 2 October) showcases almost 400 exhibitors, and reflects a […]
ABB Robotics says its innovative, human-friendly dual arm robot with breakthrough functionality will unlock vast global additional automation potential in industry. The robot will be commercially launched on April 13, 2015, at the Hannover Messe in Germany, the world’s largest industrial technology fair. YuMi is a human-friendly, dual arm robot designed for a new era […]
RBTX DOBOT partner launch hailed a success
igus UK marks a major milestone in accessible automation with the successful launch of its RBTX partnership with DOBOT Robotics. The event brought together engineers, system integrators, manufacturers and automation specialists to explore how flexible robotic solutions can be deployed quickly and cost-effectively, without the complexity traditionally associated with industrial automation. Live demonstrations showcased collaborative […]
What role does AI play in art?
The River of Light festival in Liverpool showcased ‘Face Value’, a captivating installation co-created by PhD student Emma Brass from the University of Liverpool and Venya Krutikov, co-founder of The Kazimier and Invisible Wind Factory. Blending artificial intelligence, robotics, and visual art, Face Value invites visitors to confront how technology perceives and redefines reality. The […]
Application phase for 10th vector award is now open
The application phase of the igus vector award 2026 has begun. Now in its tenth year, a joint initiative is honouring designers worldwide who use high-performance plastic energy chains to create cable guides that set new technological standards, with winners to receive up to 5,000 euros in prize money. The vector award has gained international […]
UR and Scale AI launch imitation learning system
Universal Robots (UR) unveiled the UR AI Trainer at GTC 2026 in Silicon Valley. Developed in collaboration with Scale AI, the AI Trainer marks a tectonic shift as robots move from pre-programmed applications to fully AI-driven tasks. These systems are powered by robust data generated in AI training cells where robots imitate humans. “Our customers, ranging from […]
The beverage palletising shift is accelerating
Martin Ray Winery in Napa Valley has deployed its first lean cobot palletising workcell and achieved a 16-month ROI, with the system installed in just two days. You can find out all about it in a webinar hosted by Robotiq on 19 March. Across Europe and North America, beverage producers, from kombucha and bottled water […]
ESAB simplifies robotic welding deployment
ESAB has introduced the ROBBI 360, an enclosed cobot welding cell with a manual turntable that is designed to increase productivity, improve weld quality and enhance operator safety in robotic MIG/MAG welding. Engineered for manufacturers seeking to quickly deploy an automated solution for medium- and high-volume applications, the ROBBI 360 cobot provides flexibility and user-friendly […]
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The beverage palletising shift is accelerating
Martin Ray Winery in Napa Valley has deployed its first lean cobot palletising workcell and achieved a 16-month ROI, with the system installed in just two days. You can find out all about it in a webinar hosted by Robotiq on 19 March. Across Europe and North America, beverage producers, from kombucha and bottled water […]
Robotics, vision and AI combine for dairy processes
Automation solutions provider Eberle Automatische Systeme has developed a breakthrough in quality control with a focus on the cheese-ripening process, combining AI with machine vision software from MVTec. The food industry is experiencing a transformative shift in quality control, due in part to advances in artificial intelligence (AI). When combined with rule-based machine vision, AI […]
Efficient palletising in the food industry
Intelligent automation with the Bosch Rexroth VarioFlow plus chain conveyor system and Hitmark Robotics solutions is delivering efficient palletising solutions for the food industry. In the food industry, solutions are in demand that increase efficiency, meet strict hygiene and safety requirements, and enable gentle product transport. Therefore, manufacturers are increasingly investing in modern automation that […]
Industry 4.0 and intelligent robots
Mark Proctor of European Automation comments on automation in the smart factory, highlighting how technological advances, Industry 4.0 and the Internet of Things are making the prospect of “lights out” manufacturing seems closer than ever. In 1942 science fiction writer, Isaac Asimov bestowed upon the world ‘The Three Laws of Robotics’ in his collection of […]