Humanoid robots are beginning to support industries in various ways, but what do they really bring to the table? Motion plastics specialist, igus is offering its first humanoid robot, ‘Iggy Rob’. According to estimates, 20 million humanoid robots could be in use in industry by 2030. The demand for this technology is increasing rapidly among […]
OMRON has been recognised with a 2025 iF Design Award for its new Automation Centre in Stuttgart, Germany. The award, presented by the iF International Forum Design, highlights the Automation Centre’s thoughtful design and its contribution to collaborative industrial innovation. This is the second time one of OMRON’s permanent facilities has been honoured with an […]
JLR has revealed its rigorous seat testing regime, with four dedicated robots – KUKA Occubots – each simulating a decade of sitting, moving and twisting in a matter of days to ensure the company’s luxury vehicle clients are sitting comfortably. In recognition of the importance of comfort and convenience, which are the foremost features when […]
Ideal for heavy duty indoor and outdoor applications, the new Flexi Mobile Safety Controller from SICK Sensor Intelligence ensures safety in dynamic mobile robots. The robust, intelligent, easy-to-install solution has been designed specifically by the global sensor company to meet the needs of both indoor and outdoor automated guided vehicles (AGVs) and autonomous mobile robots […]
The new Deep 3D Matching technology from MVTec recognises the exact position of objects even under difficult conditions, making picking from a box safe, fast, and efficient. Automated industrial workflows can no longer do without robot-assisted gripping processes. While pick-and-place applications require objects to be securely gripped and placed elsewhere, bin picking is more complex: […]
Hexagon has launched a humanoid robot, AEON, at its flagship Hexagon LIVE Global event. AEON, launched by Hexagon’s previously announced Robotics division, has been specifically designed to meet real-world customer needs and address labour shortages. AEON combines Hexagon’s world-class sensor suite with advanced locomotion, AI-driven mission control, and spatial intelligence to deliver exceptional agility, versatility, […]
Whether it’s realigning packaging material, clearing minor faults, or adjusting sensors, EUCHNER’s CKS2 smart key system enables controlled, traceable access that supports safer and faster operator interventions – helping manufacturers maintain safety without sacrificing productivity. CKS2 is ideal for robotic cells, packaging lines and high-throughput machinery where downtime is costly. Traditional Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) systems have […]
Start-up company Botfellows with be at automatica with a live demonstration featuring an industrial robot operating without safety fences, thus ensuring outstanding productivity. Since September 2024, the spin-off from Fraunhofer IWU has been advancing the development of innovative robotics software as an independent company. The focus is on the intelligent solution Botfellows Dynamic Safety, which […]
Federal Express Corporation, the world’s largest express transportation company, has introduced an AI-powered sorting robot at its air network location in Cologne. This innovative robot is the first of its kind in the European FedEx network and highlights the company’s commitment to digitizing operations and developing a smart logistics network. The Cologne air network location […]
Motion plastics and low-cost automation at MACH 2026
igus returns to MACH with a comprehensive range of engineering innovations designed to improve machine reliability, reduce downtime and deliver long‑term cost savings for manufacturers across all industry. With the UK operation based in Northampton, igus develops lubrication‑free motion plastics that replace traditional metal components, increasing performance while eliminating the need for grease and maintenance. […]
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 […]
Cobot motion and sensing for extended automation
The latest advances in technologies such as sensing, actuation, and perception are enabling cobots to tackle more complex and delicate processes in manufacturing and logistics activities, as the experts at Yamaha Robotics explain. Companies operating factories and warehouses can now choose from a wide variety of robots, ranging from familiar industrial types like cartesian and […]
ABB Robotics launches high-speed PoWa cobot family
ABB Robotics is combining the flexibility of cobots with higher payloads and performance, with the launch of its new PoWa cobot family into the rapidly expanding global collaborative robot market, which ABB Robotics estimates will grow by 20 percent annually through to 2028. “Cobots are growing significantly faster than traditional industrial robots, driven by demands […]
Flexible industrial automation solutions from Delta
Delta showcased its comprehensive portfolio of industrial automation solutions at Hannover Messe 2026, highlighting how its advanced drives, HMI panels, and controller solutions enable smarter manufacturing by improving energy efficiency, flexibility, and sustainability. At the same time, Delta ensures robust protection for customers across a wide range of industries, from machinery and food and beverage […]
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Universal adaptive gripper for faster, gentler picking
Festo has introduced the HPSX Universal Adaptive Gripper, a pneumatic soft gripper engineered to improve speed, hygiene and flexibility in demanding food, pharmaceutical and cosmetics applications. Combining robust design, food-safe materials and adaptive silicone fingers, the HPSX directly addresses long-standing automation challenges where rapid, precise and gentle product handling is essential. “In developing the HPSX, […]
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 […]
Businesses must get smart about automation
In his illuminating new book, Our Robotics Future, Elad Inbar delivers a powerful roadmap for business owners and decision-makers eager to thrive in the age of automation. Packed with sharp insights and real-world success stories across multiple industries, Inbar reveals how embracing robotics isn’t just an option – it’s the key to staying ahead in a […]