Beckhoff has introduced TcRobot, a generic software library providing robot functionality to PLC users. It simplifies integration of any robotic arm into the Beckhoff ecosystem by providing a common set of functionalities to PLC developers which decreases integration time of new robotic arms. Beckhoff’s philosophy has always been to shift control functionality from specific hardware […]
The Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) and University of Birmingham have founded a West Midlands RAS cluster as a catalyst to unlock the robotics and automation capabilities of the UK. Its intention is to connect various communities and lead to much greater utilisation of Robotics and Autonomous Systems (RAS) throughout industry. Professor Mike Wilson, Chief Automation […]
Following the success of this year’s Automation UK, the show organiser, Automate UK, is delighted to announce that next year’s event will be significantly bigger than before. The previously co-located Machine Vision Conference (MVC), now known as Vision UK, will be fully integrated into Automation UK upon its return to the CBS Arena in Coventry […]
ASTM International’s robotics, automation, and autonomous systems committee (F45) has approved the formation of a new subcommittee on applications (F45.07). The subcommittee is a response to the expanding use of robotics and automation throughout many industry sectors. The goal of the new subcommittee is to provide a place where a variety of industries can come […]
Schneider Electric has announced the launch of its Schneider Electric Training programme in the UK and Ireland (UK&I). Schneider Electric’s vision in the UK&I is to create a best-in-class approach to training, unifying specialist academies, courses and digital campuses into a holistic offering – Schneider Electric Training. The move is in response to the chronic […]
Automate UK announces that Machine Vision Conference (MVC) has been rebranded to Vision UK and in future will be incorporated within Automation UK. This will make it the UK’s largest show dedicated to industrial automation, robotics and machine vision solutions. The annual show will return to the CBS Arena in Coventry between 7-8 May 2025. […]
Mitsubishi Electric has partnered with HAL Robotics to extend the rollout of operator-controlled industrial robots capable of executing variable, complex and uncommon tasks and applications. Founded in 2014, HAL Robotics’ recently launched ‘decode’ software was developed to give operators and those with expert process knowledge the ability to adapt robotic tasks without any programming. Based […]
Street works carried out in England between 2022 and 2023 cost the economy some £4 billion in journey disruption. Infrastructure work is essential, but how can we minimise its impact on drivers and residents? In this article, Stewart Goulding, managing director of drive system supplier EMS, explores how robotics could be the solution. Maintenance work […]
TM Robotics has launched a revolutionary new robotic feeding system – the Infinifeed – to the UK and wider European market. Powered by Shibaura Machine’s advanced THE series of industrial robots, the Infinifeed is an automated feeding system that addresses the common challenges of parts feeding and sorting. Designed by DOMA Automation and integrated by […]
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 […]
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 […]
RARUK Automation demos cobot palletising solution
On 11-12 February 2026, Packaging Innovations and EMPACK will be returning to the NEC in Birmingham. RARUK Automation will be showcasing the PE10 Robotiq Palletising Solution designed specifically for Universal Robots collaborative robots (cobots). Palletising is a repetitive and strenuous task that poses risk of injury to workers. For manufacturers looking to increase efficiency, palletising […]
New off-the-shelf and modular palletisers
End-of-line palletising is a task commonly automated across a range of industries, due to bottlenecks and the risk of repetitive strain injury (RSI) to workers. RARUK Automation can now offer two simple approaches to palletising automation, from partner Robotiq. RARUK Automation is the exclusive UK representative for Robotiq, a Canadian manufacturer of end-of-arm tooling and […]
Comau presents advanced automation at ITSA 2025
Comau showcased its advanced automation technologies at Industrial Transformation Saudi Arabia, (ITSA) held from December 1 to 3 at the Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Centre (RICEC) at Booth number 1-535. As the region’s leading platform for industrial innovation, the HANNOVER MESSE-backed event brought together global and local stakeholders committed to accelerating smarter, greener, and […]
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Bridging the gap in food and beverage plants
Food and beverage plants increasingly operate with a blend of equipment generations: legacy machinery that has served reliably for years, and newer automation technologies designed to enhance efficiency, traceability and sustainability. This hybrid setup gives manufacturers flexibility to modernise gradually, but it also presents a growing challenge: how to maintain ageing assets while integrating more […]
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 […]
Industrial robotics unlock the future of automation
In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, manufacturers are navigating a complex terrain fraught with challenges such as labour shortages, an expanding skills gap, and intense global competition. Amidst these pressures, businesses are striving for greater efficiency, sustainability, and operational excellence. This pursuit emphasises the pivotal role of robotics and automation in reshaping industries, says Jocelyn […]