The main challenge for manufacturing plants and industries can be summarised by the desire to increase production output while maintaining costs as low as possible. As a manufacturing manager or engineer, this concept is probably part of every work conversation you have. How can you do this? What are the typical techniques used to accomplish […]
Automated machine loading and the trend toward Industry 4.0 are the central topics of AMB 2016, according to Dr. Markus Klaiber, the CTO of clamping and gripping specialist Schunk. “Modern machining center concepts must take three factors into account: the shortest possible cycle times, maximum system availability and the ability to respond very flexibly to […]
Universal Robots, the Danish pioneer of human-robot collaboration, says it will revolutionise the automation industry with the launch of Universal Robots+ – a showroom of ‘plug and play’ application solutions offering a new level of simplicity for companies that want to hit the ground running when installing their next UR robot application. By choosing accessories, […]
Automatic tool change systems for robots are booming. This is no surprise, because they contribute to a significant increase in productivity in car manufacturing and in numerous other branches. Due to the complexity of the systems, however, their reliability plays a crucial role in the efficiency of entire production lines. We talk to the experts […]
At the forthcoming Manufacturing & Engineering North East (MENE) exhibition on Stand D13, Schunk will be showing a multitude of new products alongside some of its established market favourites. At the Newcastle show, the innovator in workholding, toolholding and automation technology will be unveiling a host of new products for North East customers who didn’t […]
At the Automatica exhibition in Munich, Goudsmit Magnetics will present an updated version of its magnetic gripper. This is used for picking up or holding items such as punched steel parts, blanks and perforated steel sheet in robotic applications, typically in the automotive industry. The ultralight magnetic gripper is fitted with permanent magnets and can […]
Modern and efficient with plenty of multimedia content is how Schunk describes its new-look website. At www.gb.schunk.com the innovative family-owned company now offers comprehensive and attractively presented information about the world’s largest portfolio of more than 11,000 standard components for clamping technology and gripping systems. The website is an instant eye-catcher. On closer investigation, it […]
At the centre of customer interest on the Schunk stand at MACH 2016 with regard to Industry 4.0 was the company’s innovative new eGrip system. Acknowledged as the world’s first fully-automated design and ordering tool for additive manufactured gripper fingers, the Schunk eGrip is a browser-based, license-free application to create and order tailor-made gripper fingers […]
On Stand 5024 in Hall 5 at MACH, Schunk will be inviting the manufacturing industry to review a host of new products that will receive their UK exhibition premiere at MACH, whilst industry experts will be discussing Schunk’s technology that meets the criteria of Industry 4.0. As the industry benchmark in automation, Schunk recently received […]
Schunk has strengthened its team with the appointment of Chris Burns to support the company’s customer base in Scotland, while the growing popularity of the Schunk automation product range in Ireland has been reflected by the addition of Barry O’Connor to its sales team. Pictured: Barry O’Connor (left) is Schunk’s new sales engineer for Ireland, […]
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. […]