FANUC has launched what it says is the world’s first ever explosion-proof, ATEX-rated collaborative robot for industrial painting applications. Ideal for wet spraying, dry powder coating and multiple other processes that include adhesive dispensing, the CRX-10iA/L PAINT will improve the precision of paint jobs, reduce waste, increase productivity and boost safety by protecting workers from […]
What if work no longer felt like work? And monotonous tasks became entertaining? Or hard labour was replaced by voice commands? automatica 2025 will show how close reality has already come to this vision. Here, exhibitors from all over the world will show how robots, cobots, and humanoids interact with and support humans as new […]
Distributors of SICK and Universal Robots are excited by the prospect of safe, collision-free, reliable collaboration between humans and robots across a wide range of industrial settings, thanks to the develop of the End-of-Arm-Safeguard (EOAS) by SICK for Universal Robots cobots. A world-first, the patented technology ensures robots and humans can work in closer proximity […]
SMS Machine Automation, based in Barnsley, is celebrating 25 years in automation. With over two decades of experience in motion control, the company offers support at every stage of your automation journey, including design, build, integration, programming and component supply across all industries. SMS has recently expanded into the education sector with the Mini Factory […]
ABB Robotics will be holding an Open Day at its Milton Keynes Customer Experience Centre on Thursday, 15 May, highlighting the benefits offered by the latest robotic and machine automation technologies. Featuring live demonstrations, interactive sessions and expert insights, the event will show how automation is opening possibilities for transformation and growth across industries in […]
Delta is highlighting at Hannover Messe 2025 a versatile set of AI-driven smart manufacturing, energy infrastructure and data centre solutions. These include, the award-winning D-Bot series cobots, featuring advanced cognitive capabilities and integration with NVIDIA Omniverse to develop next-generation digital twins. Shan-Shan Guo, Delta’s Chief Brand Officer, said, “Investments in both AI and public infrastructure […]
Delta unveiled its Cognibot Kit at Hannover Messe 2025. This add-on equips Delta’s D-Bot series collaborative robots (cobots) with advanced cognitive capabilities, such as voice command, 3D machine vision, multimodal Artificial Intelligence (AI) interaction and more, significantly enhancing their performance, flexibility and safety in industrial environments. Michael Mayer-Rosa, Senior Director, Industrial Automation Business Group Delta […]
Rollon announces the launch of its new Cobot Transfer Unit (CTU), designed to push the boundaries of collaborative robot applications. With a series of key enhancements, the latest CTU model offers improved flexibility, easier integration, and increased performance, making it the ideal solution for automation processes requiring extended reach. The new CTU introduces a range […]
RARUK Automation, known for supplying the Universal Robots range of collaborative robot arms and other innovative automation solutions, has announced new partnerships with SICK and Inbolt. These new partnerships will allow RARUK Automation to unlock new collaborative robot applications for UK manufacturing businesses. The End-of-Arm-Safeguard (EOAS) from SICK creates a protective field around the robot’s […]
Delta announces its participation in MECSPE 2025 where it will highlight its D-Bot – a powerful and versatile cobot designed to enhance smart manufacturing processes with precision, safety, and efficiency. The D-Bot has been recognised with two prestigious awards: the “Red Dot: Best of the Best” Design Award 2024 and the 2025 German Design Award in […]
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 […]
Motion plastics specialist launches humanoid robot
igus has reached €1.105 billion in sales, increasing the number of active customers by 5%. And it is launcing a new record number of motion plastics products for 2025, with some 277 innovations showcasing a variety of new lubrication-free plastic products under the slogan ‘GO ZERO Lubrication’. These include PTFE-free materials, a complete energy chain […]
The rise of collaborative robots
Collaborative robots (cobots) have transformed manufacturing, with their market projected to grow from US$1.2 billion in 2023 to US$29.8 billion by 2035, at a CAGR of 34.5% based on IDTechEx’s analysis. Unlike traditional industrial robots, which operate in isolated, caged environments for safety, cobots work alongside humans, enhancing flexibility and reducing downtime. This shift aligns […]
Comau unveils new family of collaborative robots
Comau announced the worldwide launch of MyCo, its new family of collaborative robots, at Automatica 2025. The MyCo lineup features six distinct cobot models with payload capacities ranging from 3 kg to 15 kg, specifically designed to meet the growing global demand for versatile, safe and easy-to-use collaborative automation. The highly intuitive and streamlined design […]
Delta brings smart manufacturing to SMEs
Delta is redefining intelligent manufacturing for SMEs at automatica 2025 with the debut of two next-generation D-Bot cobot solutions. The D-Bot MAR handles payloads of up to 500 kg with a lift height of 55 mm, ideal for European pallets and materials handling applications. The Dynamic D-Bot 2-in-1 boasts a detachable cobot arm to execute […]
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Flexible, hygienic and process-safe gripper
Constructed in hygienic design, the new mGrip finger gripper from Schmalz fulfils the highest cleanliness standards. Thanks to its unique geometry, it picks up delicate products such as vegetables or baked goods precisely and gently. This enables food manufacturers to automate their handling tasks with process reliability. Sensitive surfaces, sometimes soft and sometimes fragile, rather […]
SCARA robot withstands cleaning procedures
With attributes that include an ISO Class 5 cleanroom rating, IP65 protection rating, food-grade lubricant and anti-rust bolts, the new FANUC SR-12iA/C is the perfect solution for food plants and cleanrooms. In fact, any material handling, assembly, inspection or picking/packaging application that requires a cleaning procedure will benefit from this strong food-grade SCARA robot. Alongside […]
Discover the future of beverage palletising
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 […]