The two-day Machine Vision Conference opens in just over three months’ time on 18 June at the CBS Arena in Coventry. MVC is recognised as the leading event for the latest cutting-edge industrial vision in the UK and features a vast array of the latest machine vision technology as well as an outstanding seminar programme. […]
British Automation and Robot Association (BARA), organiser of Automation UK, is excited to announce the opening of visitor registration for this year’s event. The popular show will return to the CBS Arena in Coventry on 18-19 June 2024. Last year was the inaugural Automation UK and it proved to be a massive success with over […]
There is now less than a month to go before FoodManufacturing.Live (1st May, at the National Motorcycle Museum, Birmingham) opens its doors to visitors, with the exhibition’s workshop programme highlighting opportunities for food and beverage manufacturers to boost productivity, increase efficiency and meet current safety and security requirements. The world class workshop programme has been […]
With future-orientated solutions that embrace smart maintenance, low-cost robotics and AI-based online tools, igus is showing how to accelerate transformation to a sustainable Industry 4.0 at the Hannover Messe in April. To help industrial companies with big challenges such as ‘net zero’ manufacturing and digitalisation, motion plastics specialist igus is relying on a triple does […]
Embark on a journey of automation excellence with OMRON at Food Manufacturing Live this year. On the stand will be OMRON’s market leading collaborative robot, which has helped revolutionise the food manufacturing industry with its precision, agility, and safety features. You can witness how it seamlessly integrates into production lines, enhancing efficiency while ensuring utmost […]
Murrplastik is a specialist in smart cable management. At Food Manufacturing Live, Murrplastik will be showcasing the HygienicLine Dynamics, an innovative cable retraction system and FDA compliant, IP69K cable entry systems. HygienicLine Dynamics is a cable retraction system that completely dispenses with protective sleeves and opts instead for innovative materials and Hygienic Design. Using high […]
At MachineBuilding.Live, LG Motion will be highlighting world-recognised component partners as well as its Techman cobot capabilities. Simply put, LG Motion makes things that go in and out, up and down, round and round. The company designs, engineers and supplies a wide range of electro-mechanical motion control systems. The portfolio includes precise, reliable, multi-axis motion control […]
Since its first product launch in 2008, Universal Robots has remained dedicated to innovation, and the recent years stand as clear evidence of its commitment. It will be highlighting its heavy payload capabilities at MachineBuilding.Live. The UR20 that came out in 2022 is the company’s top-end model with the longest reach and robust payload capabilities, […]
Interroll is set to showcase its Light Conveyor Platform (LCP) and LCP Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR) Top Module at the upcoming IntraLogisteX show. Both products have been developed to increase the productivity and efficiency of manufacturing processes. The LCP transports small conveyor goods weighing up to 50 kilograms. It can handle inclines or declines and […]
Shibaura Machine and its distribution partner TM Robotics will exhibit a trio of high-speed, flexible and cost-effective SCARA robots for food processing and packaging applications at Fish International 2024. Germany’s only trade fair for fish and seafood will be held at the Messe Bremen exhibition centre in Bremen, Germany, from 25-27 February, 2024. Shibaura Machine […]
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 […]
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 […]
Live pick-and-pace demo at MachineBuilding.Live
For 2025, a key attraction at MachineBuilding.Live is the expanded number of Action Areas where leading experts from across the machine building and factory automation spectrum will be providing live demonstrations of their latest technologies and innovations. The LG Motion Action Area will showcase a live precision pick-and-place demonstration in an industrial automation setting. Visitors […]
Cobot boosts out-of-hours productivity at EMS
Based in Dorset, Electro Mechanical Systems (EMS) is a supplier of small DC motors and linear actuators. Equipped with the latest CNC machine tools and a dedicated gear cutting suite, EMS manufactures bespoke actuation systems for a range of industries. In order to boost output and keep production running after working hours, EMS has deployed […]
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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. […]