Regal Rexnord Corporation has joined forces with automation leader ABB Robotics to simplify integration of its GoFa cobots into 7th Axis Cobot Transfer Units (CTUs) from Thomson, one of Regal Rexnord’s linear motion brands. This collaboration makes the Thomson Movotrak CTU the first cobot 7th axis technology that ABB Robotics has certified for use in […]
FANUC Corporation has received a Platinum rating for sustainability by Ecovadis, placing them in the top 1% of over 150,000 companies assessed globally. Achieving a score of 82/100, this recognition reflects FANUC’s commitment to responsible business conduct and sustainable innovation. EcoVadis, a leading global sustainability ratings platform, conducts its assessments using internationally recognised standards, including […]
PACE Mechanical Handling is guaranteeing fresh produce and potato packers using its robotic and automated end-of-line packing solutions complete peace of mind with the introduction of AI-powered functionality. As of this month, PACE is incorporating artificial intelligence and free performance monitoring into the HMI on all of its machines. The artificial intelligence within the ‘Gateway’ […]
Fortress Safety has worked with AIC – a provider of automation systems and mechatronic solutions for the steel industry – to help protect operators when access to the machines is required during the tagging of semi-finished or finished metal products. Automation plays an important role in modern industrial environments. Robots can handle large and heavy components and […]
Tom Bouchier, managing director of factory automation specialist FANUC UK and FANUC Ireland, will additionally take on the role of Northern Europe Co-ordinator, Vice President FANUC Europe, from 1 September 2025. This strategic appointment demonstrates FANUC’s commitment to strengthening its European sales strategy and reinforcing collaboration across the region. In his expanded remit, Tom will […]
Comau has completed its acquisition of Automha, an Italian company specialising in warehousing and automated intralogistics systems. This investment marks a significant step in Comau’s journey to expand its capabilities and market presence in the rapidly growing logistics and warehouse automation sector. The purchase is perfectly aligned with Comau’s strategy to accelerate diversification into high-growth […]
OMRON will demonstrate the efficiency-driving, productivity-boosting potential of modern manufacturing at this year’s Packaging Machinery and Manufacturing (PPMA) Show, including a live demonstration of robotic bottle filling. You’ll be able to see how OMRON’s customised automation solutions improve production speed and precision, while accommodating various bottle sizes and shapes. To be held at the National […]
At the end of 2024, the new version of ISO 13855 on the positioning of protective devices on machines was published. The revised version contains amendments and additions to reflect the developments of recent years and the current state of the art. We talk to Markus Erdorf, Senior Safety Consultant at Leuze, about what we need […]
Logistics plays an important role in efficiency for a wide range of facilities, requiring a digital transformation journey that links data with other critical information, as Victoria Swift, segment marketing manager for logistics at Schneider Electric explains. Logistics operations make a big contribution to industrial facilities’ efficiency, yet it can quickly fall down the priority lists […]
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 […]
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 […]
Intelligent automation for laboratory workflows
Beckhoff UK will exhibit at London Lab Live at ExCeL London from May 6-7, 2026, where it will demonstrate how PC-based control can help pharmaceutical and biotechnology manufacturers build more flexible sample and product handling processes. A key attraction on the stand will be a live demonstration combining Beckhoff’s XTS intelligent transport system with a […]
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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 […]
Technology adoption hubs and the future of UK manufacturing
Just over one month after the release of the Government’s Advanced Manufacturing Sector Plan, Professor Mike Wilson, Chief Automation Officer and co-founder of the West Midlands Robotics and Autonomous Systems (RAS) Cluster, reflects on how significant funding commitments should be allocated to shape the future of UK industry. The West Midlands has long been at […]