While camera manufacturers and distributors across Europe are plagued by supply issues, Scorpion Vision has unfettered access to immediate stock, thanks to its relationship with Hikrobot – part of the world’s largest camera manufacturing company. Logistics operators, manufacturers and systems integrators who choose to work with Scorpion can progress inspection, robotic and other vision-assisted automation […]
Factory automation company Fanuc UK will unveil its Aerospace Portal at Farnborough International Airshow (FIA2022), 18-22 July 2022 – the latest tool in the company’s drive to support aerospace customers across the globe. A free-to-use online knowledge hub, the Aerospace Portal brings together Fanuc’s entire range of automated solutions for the aerospace industry into one […]
Yaskawa has unveiled its Signature Edition 2022 a series of robots which can be delivered within short lead times, a low carbon footprint and tailored to individual needs. The Signature range encompasses the GP Series which means there is a model to suit a wide range of applications and requirements including the GP7, GP12, GP20, […]
Linear robots are ideal to use in applications where various orientations are required. The Igus drylin linear robots are lightweight, corrosion-resistant and maintenance-free. Requiring zero lubrication, the Igus drylin linear robot systems are quiet running, ensuing minimal disruption within your machine. The gantry systems can be configured exactly to your requirement, or you can take […]
Igus says its drylin XXL gantry robot is up to 60% cheaper than comparable robot solutions and is particularly easy to put into service, with free online configuration help. The robot has a working envelope of 2000 x 2000 x 1500mm and is said to be particularly suitable for palletising applications up to 10kg. The […]
Analog Devices is claiming an industry first with a high-resolution, industrial quality, indirect Time-of-Flight (iToF) module for 3D depth sensing and vision systems. Enabling cameras and sensors to perceive 3D space in one megapixel resolution, the new ADTF3175 module offers highly accurate ±3mm iToF technology available for machine vision applications ranging from industrial automation to […]
Unlike webcams from the consumer sector, the uEye XC from IDS is specially designed for industrial requirements. Its components score with long availability – a must for industrial applications. Thanks to the integrated autofocus module, the vision standard-compliant USB3 camera can easily manage changing object distances. In terms of appearance, it is distinguished by its […]
New from RARUK Automation is a series of automated transportation robots (AMRs) whose flexibility is greatly extended by the inclusion of a collaborative robot arm. The new ER-FLEX robots, designed and manufactured by Enabled Robotics, are said to be ideal for addressing labour shortages and automating repetitive tasks and are really easy to programme. They […]
Automatica 2022 saw Yamaha Motor Robotics FA Section demonstrating industrial robots working together autonomously to raise productivity and reduce waste. Yamaha demonstrated SCARA and cartesian robots cooperating to accelerate adhesive deposition and bonding. Visitors were able to see how coordination between multiple robots cuts process cycle time to increase output with consistent quality. A display […]
Aerotech has updated its Automation1 control platform, which comes with several new features in the current release 2.2. Complex motion systems such as hexapods that move relatively freely in six degrees of freedom often require positioning accuracy in in the nanometre range, especially in microscopy, metrology or even in the electronics industry and medical technology. […]
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 […]
Universal Robots unveils next generation platform
Universal Robots (UR) has introduced Gen 7, its seventh-generation robotics platform, representing a unified system upgrade, enhancing the exceptional robot user experience that operators, engineers, and integrators already prefer to work with every day. Anchored by the PolyScope X robot operating system, Gen 7 has a fully reengineered control box, teach pendant and tool flange […]
Humanoids drive demand across cobot supply chain
Collaborative robot (cobot) and actuator suppliers are benefiting from the rapid growth in humanoid robot production. According to the latest research from Interact Analysis, global humanoid robot production exceeded 20,000 units in 2025 and is set to more than triple in 2026. Many humanoid manufacturers are prioritising software, AI training and application development, and then […]
Advanced robotic order preparation solution
Comau has designed and validated an order preparation solution tested within Decathlon’s e-commerce fulfilment operations as part of MASTERLY, a European initiative designed to accelerate the transition from traditional mass production to highly flexible, customised manufacturing systems. The system leverages Comau’s MyCo collaborative robot with a ROS2-based software architecture and integrates intelligent sensors and an […]
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Endoline appoints new engineering manager
Endoline Automation has appointed Christopher Tracey as engineering manager, reinforcing the company’s continued investment in its in-house expertise as demand grows for its end-of-line packaging systems in the UK and international markets. Christopher’s appointment reflects Endoline’s continued growth and commitment to investing in its engineering capability. He will lead the engineering team while working alongside […]
Gourmet-food-maker automates packaging process
Rockwell Automation has announced that Cranswick, one of Britain’s leading manufacturers of premium gourmet foods, has commissioned a new robotic end-of-line pick-and-place system using autonox Robotics. Every year, Cranswick produces millions of “pigs-in-blankets” (sausages wrapped in bacon) for the Christmas market. The final stage of the process – picking the sausages off the conveyor belt […]
Universal Robots hosts Food & Beverage Masterclass
The Food & Beverage Masterclass, hosted by Universal Robots in June, 2026 at Riseholme Park in Lincoln, brought together industry professionals for a practical and engaging half-day event focused on end of line automation with collaborative robots (cobots). Designed to give attendees a clear understanding of how automation can be successfully implemented in food and […]