Isaac Noble, European product manager at connector specialist PEI-Genesis, delves into the role of connectors in medical robots. Electrical connectors play a critical role in medical robots by facilitating the transmission of power, signals and data between various components. They ensure seamless communication and coordination, enabling the robot to perform complex tasks accurately and efficiently. […]
A low emission approach to delivery can be supported with a futuristic solution. Flexible parcel sorting using Prime Vision robots allows operators to optimise delivery routes and maximise availability, increasing the effectiveness of an electric van fleet. In all aspects of life, consumers are looking for ways to reduce their carbon footprint. The logistics sector […]
Nigel Smith, CEO of industrial robot specialist TM Robotics, explains how advanced automation and robotics can help manufacturers produce new medical innovations, with a focus on the company’s TVM range of 6-axis robots. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), there are an estimated two million different kinds of medical devices on the market, including […]
Yamaha Robotics Factory Automation Section gathered its European network of agents to the branch headquarters in Germany for the annual distributor meeting in February to discuss strategy, sales, and successes. This year’s program included presentations by distributors and technical partners, invited to share their insights and experiences into specific aspects of the product range and […]
Optimal Industrial Automation has launched its new and improved company website, aimed at providing customers an enhanced online experience as well as easy access to valuable resources and technology insights. The site offers a comprehensive hub to visitors looking for key information on factory automation and state-of-the-art industrial control systems for manufacturing and processing facilities. […]
Optimal Industrial Automation and Optimal Industrial Technologies have jointly developed SciYbotic Labs, a new suite of laboratory automation solutions. These solutions are tailored to boost profitability in pharmaceutical R&D and analytical quality testing. By enhancing efficiency, standardisation, and accuracy in laboratory analysis, SciYbotic Labs enables customers to expedite their market entry. The SciYbotic Labs solution […]
“A problem is a chance for you to do your best,” said the jazz musician Duke Ellington. Manufacturers must do their best to keep industrial robots up-and-running and troubleshooting is key for understanding failures. Here, Ryan Guthrie, vice president at TM Robotics, distribution partner of Shibaura Machine, explains how advanced robot controllers can provide enhanced […]
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 […]
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 […]
Universal Robots unveils next generation platform
Universal Robots (UR) has introduced Gen 7, its seventh-generation robotics platform, representing a unified system upgrade, enhancing the exceptional robot user experience that operators, engineers, and integrators already prefer to work with every day. Anchored by the PolyScope X robot operating system, Gen 7 has a fully reengineered control box, teach pendant and tool flange […]
Humanoids drive demand across cobot supply chain
Collaborative robot (cobot) and actuator suppliers are benefiting from the rapid growth in humanoid robot production. According to the latest research from Interact Analysis, global humanoid robot production exceeded 20,000 units in 2025 and is set to more than triple in 2026. Many humanoid manufacturers are prioritising software, AI training and application development, and then […]
Advanced robotic order preparation solution
Comau has designed and validated an order preparation solution tested within Decathlon’s e-commerce fulfilment operations as part of MASTERLY, a European initiative designed to accelerate the transition from traditional mass production to highly flexible, customised manufacturing systems. The system leverages Comau’s MyCo collaborative robot with a ROS2-based software architecture and integrates intelligent sensors and an […]
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Endoline appoints new engineering manager
Endoline Automation has appointed Christopher Tracey as engineering manager, reinforcing the company’s continued investment in its in-house expertise as demand grows for its end-of-line packaging systems in the UK and international markets. Christopher’s appointment reflects Endoline’s continued growth and commitment to investing in its engineering capability. He will lead the engineering team while working alongside […]
Gourmet-food-maker automates packaging process
Rockwell Automation has announced that Cranswick, one of Britain’s leading manufacturers of premium gourmet foods, has commissioned a new robotic end-of-line pick-and-place system using autonox Robotics. Every year, Cranswick produces millions of “pigs-in-blankets” (sausages wrapped in bacon) for the Christmas market. The final stage of the process – picking the sausages off the conveyor belt […]
Universal Robots hosts Food & Beverage Masterclass
The Food & Beverage Masterclass, hosted by Universal Robots in June, 2026 at Riseholme Park in Lincoln, brought together industry professionals for a practical and engaging half-day event focused on end of line automation with collaborative robots (cobots). Designed to give attendees a clear understanding of how automation can be successfully implemented in food and […]