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Archives for March 29, 2023

Otto Motors launches new ‘mid-sized’ autonomous mobile robot

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Otto Motors, a provider of autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), has unveiled its newest AMR, Otto 600, which the company describes as “the toughest and most nimble AMR in its class”.

With the launch of Otto 600, Otto Motors now offers the most comprehensive autonomous material handling fleet on the market.

Otto 600 unlocks important new workflows with its ability to move pallets, carts and other payloads up to 600 kg (1,322 lb). With an all-metal construction and IP54 rating, Otto 600 follows the Otto Motors legacy of AMRs built to deliver results in the most demanding of factory environments. [Read more…] about Otto Motors launches new ‘mid-sized’ autonomous mobile robot

SGS introduces ‘cutting-edge testing protocol’ for robots checking furniture drawer slides

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SGS, a testing, inspection and certification company, has launched a new advanced slide test protocol that uses “PROF” – short for “SGS Performance Factory” – to assess the performance and durability of furniture drawers.

The PROF furniture drawer slide test protocol accurately simulates real consumer use and misuse to measure and map the evolution of opening force, damping force and drawer face position when operating. It can also compare the impact of drawer use on the right and left sides and be used to contrast different brands and designs.

This protocol has several key advantages for consumers, manufacturers and brands. Its high-quality, trusted and impartial data supports performance and durability claims, enabling consumers to make better-informed purchasing decisions. It also empowers better commercial decisions concerning design improvements and product selection. [Read more…] about SGS introduces ‘cutting-edge testing protocol’ for robots checking furniture drawer slides

Europalco buys two robots from Kuka to add ‘wow factor’ to shows

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Europalco, a Portuguese company which claims to be “the largest provider of solutions for events and shows in Southern Europe”, has recently invested in two Kuka robots to “create differentiating events with a new ‘wow factor’” for its clients.

Europalco plans to use the Kuka KR210 robots in many ways, with LED walls, LCD, lasers, and even artists or people assisting the events. The robots can hold, move, or animate monitors or video screens. They can also be used to produce props and mobile stage designs. The range of applications is limitless.

The Kuka KR210 are fast, dynamic, and flexible to bring splendid effects to the stage and the event. Engineers can leverage the flexibility of robots to create fascinating static stage sets for performance. [Read more…] about Europalco buys two robots from Kuka to add ‘wow factor’ to shows

Kivnon to launch new version of its forklift AGV at Advanced Factories Expo

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Kivnon will launch one of the latest additions to its AGV portfolio, the K55 Pallet Stacker, at this year’s Advanced Factories Expo, which runs from 18-20th April in Barcelona. 

Kivon’s range of AGVs is renowned for robustness, safety, and accuracy, and this new addition to the portfolio provides customers with a vehicle that can automatically transport stack pallets.

Thierry Delmas, managing director at Kivnon, says: “The K55 is an ideal solution for end-of-line palletizing, food and beverage, and retail applications. It is designed to ensure efficiency, reliability, and complete safety.” [Read more…] about Kivnon to launch new version of its forklift AGV at Advanced Factories Expo

Comau developing new mobile robot solution for three EU projects

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Comau is designing a “powerful mobile robotics platform” as part of an open, highly collaborative production environment, in the context of three different European Projects.

The integrated solution, which leverages Comau’s proven expertise in IoT-enabled technologies and collaborative robotics, is a natural evolution of the company’s automated workflow optimization systems.

Modular, scalable and completely re-configurable, the platform can be easily adapted to different applications without changing the system’s underlying software or hardware architecture. [Read more…] about Comau developing new mobile robot solution for three EU projects

What is the cost of hiring a Vue.JS developer?

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Vue.JS is a nine-year-old JavaScript framework and today it is one of the most popular frameworks worldwide. Its front-end framework employs the MVVM architecture. It connects the view layer of the core library with additional libraries and resources.

The learning curve for Vue.JS is shorter than that of competing popular JavaScript frameworks. To understand Vue.JS, a developer has to be comfortable with HTML, CSS, and fundamental JavaScript.

As a result, during the past few years, Vue.JS has gained the favour of many developers and companies. It is the reason wise business executives consult VueJS development company to equip their organization for business competition. [Read more…] about What is the cost of hiring a Vue.JS developer?

Palletizing Systems and Robots

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New technologies are gracing the industrial sector on a daily basis. Many factories and plant manufacturing companies are automating their operations with robotic solutions. One incredible technology you may need to be well-acquainted with is palletizing.

It refers to the operation of loading an object on a pallet or similar device. Over the years, manual hand loading has been employed to organize products into pallet loads for distribution and storage.

But with the advent of better technologies and increased innovation, palletizing systems and robots are trending and transforming many industries. [Read more…] about Palletizing Systems and Robots

DONCEN MOTOR: Flat BLDC Motor is the Future Trend of the Robot

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Flat BLDC outrunner motor is a high-efficiency, high-power-density motor, which is widely used in robotics, power tools, medical equipment, and other fields due to its compact shape, light weight. DONCEN MOTOR explains in this article. 

Robotics engineers are more inclined to use small size and high power external rotor brushless motors to replace conventional drive motors in their applications.  [Read more…] about DONCEN MOTOR: Flat BLDC Motor is the Future Trend of the Robot