FANUC UK has announced an agreement with Reeco Automation to incorporate the FANUC CRX range of collaborative robots into the RB series of robot palletisers. As manual loading becomes an increasingly harder role to recruit, Reeco’s automated end-of-line RB Palletiser systems have grown in popularity, particularly among food and beverage producers. By extending the RB […]
Comau has agreed to collaborate with multiple industry-leading companies, at an international level, addressing the need for affordable automation to drive advanced on-demand manufacturing applications. The collaborations are aimed at numerous sectors, from automotive, naval and aerospace to energy, microfactories, mold and tooling, construction and beyond. By accelerating automation for advanced manufacturing everywhere, Comau now […]
MVTec Software has launched the new version of MVTec HALCON. Version 25.05 of the standard machine vision software includes numerous improvements as well as a new technology that combines deep learning algorithms with classic methods. “We always want to offer our customers the latest machine vision technologies and continuously update existing features. With the new […]
The pressure on machine builders is mounting: shorter lead times, a shortage of technical personnel, and rising expectations around flexibility and data integration. In this context, Lenze aims to be more than a provider of automation technology. With a combination of ready-to-use software modules, digital twins, open-source technology, and targeted training programs, the company brings […]
Ksenija Linda Esko works as a reliability and maintainability engineer at Comau UK, where she ensures the efficiency and operational continuity of automated production systems. Data analysis, development of preventive maintenance strategies, performance monitoring, and support to production teams are integral parts of her daily activities. It’s a technical and strategic role that combines desk […]
Aerotech is launching the latest generation of its Hexapod technology. The compact six-axis positioner combines precise movements with high load capacity and simple integration. The optimised design also offers excellent repeatability and minimal increments down to the nanometre range. The HEX150-125HL was developed for maximum precision in positioning. Its sophisticated design with simplified cabling and […]
Humanoid robot development is progressing at an impressive pace. The power struggle between the US and China, along with advances in AI, battery development and mechanics, has led performance improvements among the metal men. automatica will show how far this development has progressed by now. The humanoids from China recently had an opportunity to show […]
Built on advances in robotics, engineering and physical AI, Amazon says its Vulcan robot is making its workers’ jobs easier and safer while moving orders more efficiently. And a key feature of the robot is its sense of touch. The typical robot is “numb and dumb,” says Aaron Parness, Amazon’s director of robotics AI, especially […]
ABB’s PixelPaint technology has been deployed at the Mercedes-Benz Sindelfingen plant in Germany, where it complements the site’s conventional painting processes by enabling the precise and efficient application of intricate paint designs. The sustainable and resource-saving technology began operation in 2025 as the luxury manufacturer develops new personalised options for its most exclusive models. “PixelPaint […]
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 […]
Regulatory guidance for collaborative robotics
Automate UK has announced a pioneering partnership with Health and Safety Executive (HSE) and the Regulatory Innovation Office (RIO) to create new guidance on how collaborative robots can safely work alongside humans. Along with the Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC), the organisations are working together with government and industry to support the safe and responsible adoption […]
STEMMER IMAGING launches new digital store
STEMMER IMAGING announces the launch of SIS-TA, Smart Industry Store – Technology Access, a newly established subsidiary designed to address the growing demand for fast, transparent, and highly efficient procurement processes within industrial automation. Launched officially on 1 June, SIS-TA introduces a fully digital and transactional sales platform for smart industry components, strategically expands STEMMER […]
Strong growth forecast for cobot shipments
Shipments of collaborative robots (cobots) are predicted to grow at an average annual rate of 17.3% from 2025 to 2030. According to the latest market report from Interact Analysis, shipments will almost double over the forecast period to 128,918 units. This follows a positive 2025, with shipments of cobots increasing 14.5% to approximately 57,000 units […]
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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 […]
Changing legal framework for safety, security and AI
Thomas Pilz, Managing Partner at Pilz explains how, in terms of safety, security and artificial intelligence, the European legal framework is changing. We all know the CE mark. You can see it on electrical appliances, toys or household goods, but also on plant and machinery of course. The CE mark is effectively the seal that […]