Schneider Electric has launched the new ultra-compact Lexium SCARA, a high-speed industrial robot, part of its industrial automation portfolio. The Lexium SCARA offers quick and accurate movements. This makes it ideal for use in manufacturing and assembly processes including machine loading and unloading, pick-and-place, packaging and material handling applications. Said to be some forty percent […]
Delta‘s automation solutions have significantly transformed the production capabilities of ATS, a leading system integrator for complete automatic lines. This collaboration, featuring the implementation of SCARA robots and the AX-8 PC-Based Motion Controller, has enhanced ATS’ operational efficiency and demonstrated Delta’s unique market position. ATS, based in Jesi, Ancona, Marche in Italy, specialises in designing […]
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 […]
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 […]
igus introduces new humanoid robot
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 […]
igus introduces new SID1 robotic dog
Robot dogs are being used for a variety of tasks, ranging from preserving heritage sites to assisting in manufacturing plants. igus has introduced its own quadruped robot, the SID1 bionic robot. Advancements in robotic dogs designed for surveillance and security purposes are showcasing the rapid development and deployment of technology. These quadruped robots are equipped […]
See automation in action at MachineBuilding.Live
As a result of their popularity at the 2024 event, the number of Action Areas at MachineBuilding.Live 2025 has been increased. On these special stands, leading experts from across the machine building and factory automation spectrum will be providing live demonstrations of their latest technologies and innovations. Many of them will be making their UK […]
Vision system combined with robotics
On stand 163 in the Action Area at MachineBuilding.Live, Visicon will highlight the magic that happens when you combine the latest in machine vision systems with robotics. The combination of vision and robotics enables you to unlock the potential of automation with an affordable and accessible solution. Visicon is an integration partner in the UK […]
RARUK Automation to offer collaborative 7th axis
Leading automation distributor, RARUK Automation, has announced a new partnership with Thomson, a Regal Rexnord Brand. The global leader in mechanical motion technology recently launched the Movotrak CTU (cobot transfer unit). RARUK Automation, known for supplying Universal Robots collaborative robots (cobots), can now offer Movotrak CTU as a complimentary product to its customers. The Movotrak […]
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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 […]
Automation and robotics for brewing and beverage
ABB and its machine and factory automation business, B&R Industrial Automation, will exhibit brewery and beverage technologies together at drinktec 2025, the world economic summit for the beverage and liquid food industry, giving visitors a chance to see how ABB technologies combine to optimise operations across the full production cycle. Spanning process control, adaptive manufacturing […]
Cobot sparkles in food factory cleaning solution
Samey Robotics and Rbot9 have chosen the FANUC CRX-10iA/L collaborative robot to power a game-changing cleaning system they have jointly developed for food factories. Named VOTTA, inspired by the Icelandic word for ‘certify’ and echoing the sound of ‘Þvotta’ (‘washing’), the system offers overhead, automated cleaning of large-scale areas without bulky structures or layout changes. […]
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 […]