Making technology easy to use – this is the credo of industrial camera manufacturer IDS Imaging Development Systems in these challenging times. To this end, the company is planning a particularly large number of new products for the current year. In general, companies in the machine vision industry faced several challenges in 2024. According to […]
Prime Vision is now offering robotic sorting as a service (RSaaS) for warehouse sorting applications, allowing its customers to effortlessly implement this highly flexible solution. Robots have revolutionised repetitive processes, delivering greater efficiency, accuracy and speed in a multitude of applications. This is especially true in sortation operations within e-commerce fulfilment centres and large-scale parcel […]
Motion plastics specialist, igus, has released the latest version of its popular readycable finder, an online tool that makes selecting the right drive cable much easier. Users can find the right cable for their application at the best price with just one click. The integrated chainflex service life calculator also shows the guaranteed life of […]
FANUC UK is continuing its commitment to inspire the next generation of engineers by supporting a search to find the UK’s best young robotics talent. For the fifth year in succession, the company is partnering with WorldSkills UK for the annual Industrial Robotics competition, aimed at giving young people the opportunity to learn how to […]
igus will be showcasing its gantry robot at Machine Building North. The the igus gantry robot provides a precise and reliable automation solution at an affordable price. This event will be an opportunity to see these cutting-edge technologies in action and discover how igus products could improve machines while saving money. igus UK will also highlight its […]
February marks the official launch in the US of RobotsTrader.com, an online platform designed to streamline the buying and selling of used robots. As the leading classified website for pre-owned robots, RobotsTrader.com connects buyers and sellers with efficiency, transparency and reliability. RobotsTrader.com offers a straightforward and affordable pricing structure. For just $40 per month, sellers […]
Join Robotiq for a webinar on 20 February exploring how a wine manufacturer overcame manual palletising challenges with a 3-day deployment and 14-month ROI cobot palletising solution. Recognising that end-of-line palletising can be a bottleneck in the wine industry, Raumland turned to Robotiq’s palletising solution to streamline its process. The webinar will highlight how Raumland reduced […]
Beckhoff UK has expanded its coverage of the UK by opening a new office at Bruntwood SciTech’s innovation campus, Alderley Park, Cheshire. The office, which will function as the company’s software centre, allows Beckhoff to more easily reach customers in the Midlands, North of England, Scotland and Ireland. Beckhoff’s office will be based in Glasshouse, […]
On stand 61 at Machine Building North, HepcoMotion – a world-leading manufacturer of linear motion systems and automation components – will showcase its diverse range of products designed to meet virtually any requirement. From track systems for robot automation, to heavy duty systems and precision-engineered small components, HepcoMotion delivers reliable performance for both simple and […]
Yamaha Robotics Europe FA Section gathered its European distributors for the team’s annual meeting on January 28 and 29, at the branch headquarters in Neuss, Germany. Convening as the year begins, the group assessed the outlook for the industrial robotics market as Yamaha has increased production capacity in Japan and is expanding sales activities in […]
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 […]
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 […]
ESAB simplifies robotic welding deployment
ESAB has introduced the ROBBI 360, an enclosed cobot welding cell with a manual turntable that is designed to increase productivity, improve weld quality and enhance operator safety in robotic MIG/MAG welding. Engineered for manufacturers seeking to quickly deploy an automated solution for medium- and high-volume applications, the ROBBI 360 cobot provides flexibility and user-friendly […]
Powering the factories of the future
The combination of collaborative robotics and in-process digital metrology represents a strategic convergence for the manufacturing industry and factories of the future. On the one hand, collaborative robots make it possible to automate handling and assembly tasks flexibly and safely without the need for physical barriers and, on the other hand, digital metrology integrated into […]
Cobot installed at steering systems manufacturer
Steering systems manufacturer, Pailton Engineering, continues to modernise its manufacturing processes with a new collaborative robot (cobot) at its facility in Coventry. After a successful trial period, the company is installing a FAIRINO FR10 on the induction hardening ball pin cell, where it works alongside existing team members to support production. Designed to work alongside […]
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Efficient palletising in the food industry
Intelligent automation with the Bosch Rexroth VarioFlow plus chain conveyor system and Hitmark Robotics solutions is delivering efficient palletising solutions for the food industry. In the food industry, solutions are in demand that increase efficiency, meet strict hygiene and safety requirements, and enable gentle product transport. Therefore, manufacturers are increasingly investing in modern automation that […]
ROBOTICS AWARD 2026 goes to GoodBytz
Presented annually at HANNOVER MESSE by Deutsche Messe, the ROBOTICS AWARD honours innovative robot assisted solutions in the fields of automation and logistics. This year’s award-winning solution features an advanced robotic kitchen that integrates lightweight, compact industrial robots manufactured by FANUC. The FANUC robots are specifically engineered to meet stringent food processing requirements, incorporating specialised […]
Automating the food sector: efficiency in action
The food and beverage industry has been slower to adopt automation than some other areas of manufacturing. Short-term supplier contracts and a reliance on cheap labour have proved obstacles to investment for some food producers, limiting their ability to grow their production capabilities. Fortunately, automation systems incorporating robotics from leading suppliers such as FANUC are […]