Omron installs two new robot production lines
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Omron installs two new robot production lines

Further growth in demand for Omron’s robotics business has been the key driver to install two new production lines at its European state-of-the-art manufacturing site in Den Bosch, Netherlands. The company says local production of parallel robots will enable it to focus on improved productivity, rapid response and shorter lead times. Pictured: Tom Mathias (right), […]

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Mitsubishi robot automates printer cartridge refills
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Mitsubishi robot automates printer cartridge refills

A team of UK maintenance engineers has developed a new automated cartridge refill cell built around a Mitsubishi Electric articulated arm robot. The cell quickly and accurately refills printer cartridges, making the company’s recycling programme more cost effective to operate. The solution has proved so successful that it is now being rolled-out to other plants […]

RARUK Automation introduces dual gripper
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RARUK Automation introduces dual gripper

For automation specialists RARUK Automation; Universal Robots and Robotiq grippers & sensors provide the perfect combination for off-the-shelf, customised automation solutions. To widen the scope of this partnership, RARUK Automation has just announced the availability of the new Robotiq Dual Gripper. It is designed specifically for machine tending applications where the robot is required to […]

HMK introduces cobot with built-in vision
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HMK introduces cobot with built-in vision

As the trend of Industry 4.0 takes the world by storm, collaborative robots and smart factories are becoming the latest hot topic. At this year’s PPMA show, HMK will demonstrate the world’s first collaborative robot with built-in vision recognition from Techman Robot. The new TM5 Cobot from HMK merges systems that usually function separately in […]

Schneider Electric appoints UK and Ireland president
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Schneider Electric appoints UK and Ireland president

Schneider Electric has appointed Mike Hughes as Zone President of the UK and Ireland. Hughes, who has worked with the company for 15 years, most recently as Executive Vice President of Segments and Strategic Customers, will be responsible for driving the region’s business at a time when organisations are seeking profitability and sustainability, amid the […]

Fanuc unveils full Industry 4.0 potential at EMO 2017
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Fanuc unveils full Industry 4.0 potential at EMO 2017

Factory automation solutions provider FANUC UK will be using this year’s EMO to display its selection of Industry 4.0-ready technologies alongside its robots, robo-machines, drives and controls. Among the products on display, there will be a range of proprietary FANUC technologies that can be integrated easily into FANUC robots and machines to facilitate collaborative working, […]

SMC unveils magnetic gripper for uneven workpieces
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SMC unveils magnetic gripper for uneven workpieces

SMC has launched a magnetic gripper that helps customers transfer workpieces with irregular surfaces, where prior to now it was difficult to gain sufficient absorption using a vacuum pad. With a holding force of up to 120N, the MHM-X6400 keeps hold of the workpieces even when the air is shut off, giving peace of mind […]

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Customisable mobile industrial robot from RA Rodriguez
By August 10, 2017 0 Comments Read More →

Customisable mobile industrial robot from RA Rodriguez

When RARUK Automation launched its MiR100, mobile industrial robot, last year it attracted a lot of attention from manufacturers actively looking at the most cost-effective ways of automating their production. The neat device has found favour with those seeking to optimize workflow, increase productivity and reduce costs and now RARUK Automation has introduced a new […]

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HepcoMotion showcases gantry solutions at PPMA
By August 8, 2017 0 Comments Read More →

HepcoMotion showcases gantry solutions at PPMA

HepcoMotion will be showcasing a selection of its industry leading range of linear motion technology at PPMA Show 2017. Key products on the stand include its core V guide linear system. GV3 is designed to serve a diverse range of automation and linear applications and is widely used in the packing industry for applications such […]

AMRC develops low-cost robotic solution
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AMRC develops low-cost robotic solution

An autonomous robotic solution for improving process time and health and safety during the manufacture of cardboard boxes has been developed by the Integrated Manufacturing Group (IMG) of the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC). The system was developed for The Cardboard Box Company, an SME based in Accrington that designs, prints and manufactures bespoke corrugated […]