In the Action Arena at MachineBuilding.Live, Routeco will highlight its Unified Robot Control Demonstration Cell featuring a Comau SCARA robot seamlessly interacting with an independent cart technology track system, showcasing the robust power of Rockwell Automation software and hardware. This powerful combination exemplifies the future of manufacturing, delivering unmatched performance and reliability. Safety and accuracy […]
British company Panorama Antennas has automated one of its assembly tasks with a collaborative robot (cobot) solution. The solution was provided by leading robotics and automation distributor RARUK Automation and integrated by Universal Robots Certified Systems Integrator (CSI) VIKASO. Panorama Antennas develops and manufactures innovative and fit-for-purpose antenna solutions and wireless communication products. Using a […]
Automation and control technology specialist Beckhoff UK will exhibit at the PPMA Show at the NEC, Birmingham from 24-26 September, 2024. The company will be on stand F40, showcasing how machine builders and control engineers can implement modular, flexible layouts in their machinery and setups. A key highlight at the stand will be the showcase […]
Scorpion Vision is partnering with Cube Eye in selling its Time-of-Flight 3D depth camera range. These products have been several years in the making with expert research and development behind them. The Cube Eye 3D depth camera is a high-performance camera that measures the distance to objects in its field of view using Time-of-Flight (ToF) […]
Sensors play a key role in the use of robots in industrial processes. They enable robots to perceive their surroundings, position themselves accurately and carry out work steps precisely. Using different products and measuring principles, sensor technologies can be integrated into numerous robotics applications, says Glenn Wedgbrow, Business Development Manager at Micro-Epsilon UK. Sensors have […]
Mechan Controls says the F-Series Safety System represents a breakthrough in industrial safety technology. As the latest version of Mechan’s RFID safety systems, the F-Series draws on over 50 years of experience in designing machine guard safety products. The design and development process prioritised delivering a robust safety solution to a broader range of customers. […]
Are your connected control systems secure against unauthorised internal manipulation or external attacks? Can you guarantee that plant – and therefore also employee – safety can’t be compromised? Visit Pilz at MachineBuilding.Live to learn more about upcoming machinery safety legislation that will make the consideration of security mandatory and to discover proven strategies and state-of-the-art […]
Guillaume Mougin, Product Manager at Portescap, explores how miniature electric motors are improving the performance of grippers in robotics. Grippers are essential for robots engaged in pick-and-place applications. These electromechanical ‘hands’ allow objects to be grasped, manipulated and released, facilitating fast and precise interactions for low-mix, high-volume industrial processes. For the past three decades, pneumatic […]
igus will be exhibiting its innovative range of robots and cobots at this year’s MachineBuilding.Live with the opportunity to see the ReBeL cobot made using high-performance motion plastics. The ReBeL cobot is designed to be tough and low-cost, weighing just 8kg and opening up new areas of application for service robotics that are cost-effective and […]
ChocoMatic comes to life with igus 7th axis
When customers tap a screen to choose their favourite chocolates, Roose Automation’s ‘ChocoMatic’ robot arm travels along a linear track, selects each chocolate, and delivers them without human intervention. Behind this playful, hygienic automation lies a clever piece of engineering: the 7th axis from igus. Roose Automation wanted to give its robot arm the freedom […]
Cost-effective robotic automation products
Mouser Electronics announces a distribution agreement with igus, a global leader in industrial and automation products. With over 60 years of design experience and a strong reputation for quality, igus offers a range of technically advanced “motion plastics” designed for Industry 4.0 and 5.0. The igus product portfolio includes flexible cables, robotic components, motor control […]
igus makes predictive maintenance simple
Now more than ever, downtime is costly. To combat this, igus developed i.Cee, a smart plastics system that turns passive components into intelligent assets. By analysing data from sensors embedded in energy chains, bearings, and cables, i.Cee enables dynamic service life prediction, real-time alerts, and automated maintenance scheduling. Whether you are running high-speed packaging lines […]
Collaborative robotic solutions for CONVERGING project
Comau is contributing to the European Union’s CONVERGING project, which aims to advance smart and reconfigurable production systems to meet the challenges of modern manufacturing. By integrating collaborative robots, autonomous guided vehicles (AGVs), artificial intelligence and human operators, CONVERGING seeks to create human-centric production systems that can perceive, reason, adapt, collaborate and innovate. As part […]
Delta showcases robot solutions at SPS 2025
Delta will showcase its latest industrial automation solutions and collaborative robotics (cobots) at SPS – Smart Production Solutions 2025. A major highlight is the new set of SIL3-certified safety modules with FSoE support to the AX5 platform for distributed safety control for human-machine collaboration in warehouse and logistics, woodworking, packaging, and food and beverage applications. […]
ChocoMatic comes to life with igus 7th axis
When customers tap a screen to choose their favourite chocolates, Roose Automation’s ‘ChocoMatic’ robot arm travels along a linear track, selects each chocolate, and delivers them without human intervention. Behind this playful, hygienic automation lies a clever piece of engineering: the 7th axis from igus. Roose Automation wanted to give its robot arm the freedom […]
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FANUC robot pairs hygiene with high performance
To meet the growing demand for food and cleanroom applications, FANUC has unveiled the latest model in its LR Mate industrial robot range. The compact and powerful LR Mate 10-11A Food/Clean has a 10kg payload and is compliant with ISO 4 Class cleanrooms. This makes it ideal for use in highly controlled environments across sectors […]
ChocoMatic comes to life with igus 7th axis
When customers tap a screen to choose their favourite chocolates, Roose Automation’s ‘ChocoMatic’ robot arm travels along a linear track, selects each chocolate, and delivers them without human intervention. Behind this playful, hygienic automation lies a clever piece of engineering: the 7th axis from igus. Roose Automation wanted to give its robot arm the freedom […]
OMRON robots automate poultry packing line
CP Foods UK is a major poultry producer supplying leading retailers, manufacturers and foodservice operators across the UK. With operations rooted in food safety, quality, and adaptability, the company constantly seeks ways to respond to shifting retailer and consumer demands. In its UK facilities, CP Foods UK prepares and packages chicken products for a dynamic […]
Why the construction industry needs robotics
The construction industry continues to face a myriad of challenges in 2024: recruitment gaps, sustainability concerns and an ongoing need to improve worker safety. Here, Dave Walsha, sales manager at drive system supplier EMS, explains why the adoption of robotics could provide a resolution. While robotics continues to transform the industrial and automotive sectors, there’s […]