Along with the key product highlights from Igus, Mitsubishi, ABB, Delta and Metralabs, there were numerous innovative robot products on display at the Hannover Messe 2015, from the likes of Universal Robots, Kuka, Epson and Kawasaki. Danish manufacturer of light industrial robots, Universal Robots, was exhibiting for the first time at the Hannover Industrial Fair. […]
Renishaw reports that a neuromate frameless Gen II stereotactic robotic system has been installed, at the neurosurgery department of the Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia. This is the first installation of neuromate frameless Gen II in the USA. Pictured: Ashwini Sharan using neuromate at the Thomas Jefferson University Hospital Ashwini Sharan, MD, professor and director […]
The International Federation of Robotics (IFR) estimates that some 225,000 robots were sold around the world in 2014. This represents an increase of 27% over 2913, and is the first time robot sales have topped 200,000 units. Robot sales to China leapt 54% to around 54,000 units. The country currently has 30 robots per 10,000 […]
When Mike Weber, general manager of Robotronic, was looking for flexible product transportation through a new design of robot cell, he turned to the HepcoMotion. Now HepcoMotion’s DTS2 dynamic track system is playing a key role on the MRT (modular robot technology) robot cell, which provides a product feeding system for the pharmaceutical packaging industry. […]
Schunk reports that it will be bringing its robot gripper range and accessories portfolio to a location near you, with a road show that will visit a number of locations between 18 and 21 May. The schedule for the road show will see the Schunk team visit the Bristol Robotics Laboratory on 18 May, the […]
New from RA Rodriguez is the Universal Robots UR3 collaborative robot – a lightweight, table-top addition to the UR5 and UR10 collaborative robot models. The extremely compact and virtually noiseless UR3 collaborative robot has a footprint of just 118mm and is the culmination of three years of development. The new collaborative robot weighs 11kg but has […]
There are implications for safety not just when a robot is installed, but each time it is reprogrammed, and perimeter guarding should be assessed and reconsidered on each occasion to ensure it is meeting the safety requirements. Should the guarding need adjustment, the advantages of modular perimeter guarding systems come to the fore. So says […]
With its range of gantries built on its drylin E linear axis system, Igus can now offer a cost-effective, off-the-shelf gantry system with a fast turnaround. The gantry system comes complete with all motors ready installed, plus all required cables. Maintenance free, a drylin gantry system is available in line, flat and room configurations to […]
A first Kawasaki R series articulated robot installed at its Isle of Wight facility has helped marine pump manufacturer Separator Spares International (SSI) meet customer demand that had seen exponential growth, while maintaining its competitiveness in the market. Supplying large ships, SSI has long specialised in the manufacture and supply of spare parts for pumps […]
Cartesian handling system design has traditionally been a lengthy process, as you painstakingly configured each axis through hours of trawling through component specifications, batted ideas back and forth with suppliers, waited for quotations, and made the inevitable amends when your anticipated dynamics defied the laws of physics. Then of course there was the lengthy wait […]
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 […]
Rodriguez brings Cobot Transfer Unit to AMB
From 15 to 19 September 2026, Rodriguez will be showcasing the MovoTrak Cobot Transfer Unit (CTU) at AMB in Stuttgart. With the MovoTrak CTU, Rodriguez is offering, for the first time, a collaboratively designed range extension for cobots. The solution expands the working area by adding a movable 7th axis and enables a cobot to […]
Delta cobots win BIG SEE Product Design Award 2026
Delta has been honoured with the BIG SEE Product Design Award 2026 for the Delta D-Bot series of collaborative robots. The BIG SEE Awards recognise outstanding creative achievements in the fields of architecture, product design, and industrial design. “Innovation is a core component of Delta’s corporate strategy. We consistently invest more than eight percent of […]
Automating with robotics at MachineBuilding.South
Industry commentators agree that UK manufacturers will need to increase their investment in robotics if they are to keep up with international competition. At MachineBuilding.South you can find out how, with numerous exhibits from robotics, control, automation and safety specialists. LG Motion (Stand 46) will be showcasing Techman Robot (TM Robot) collaborative robots at MachineBuilding.South with […]
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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 […]