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Mark Allinson

Universal Robots expands ‘beyond the welding cart’ at FABTECH 2024

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Universal Robots continues to blaze the trail in the cobot welding landscape, featuring new advanced welding solutions for multi-axis, coordinated welding.

New cobot capabilities were also showcased in extended reach and portability applications, and in tasks such as laser restoration, finishing, and press brake tending.

The line between traditional automation and collaborative robots continues to grey as cobots take on more advanced welding tasks. Since Universal Robots (UR) introduced North America’s first cobot welder at FABTECH 2017, cobot welding has come a long way in a short time. [Read more…] about Universal Robots expands ‘beyond the welding cart’ at FABTECH 2024

Hitachi Digital Services launches R2O2.ai framework to build, scale and operate ‘trustworthy AI’

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Hitachi Digital Services, the digital consultancy and technology services subsidiary of Hitachi, has launched its generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) offering: Reliable, Responsible, Observable and Optimal AI or R2O2.ai.

The R2O2.ai framework is designed to bridge the gap between conceptualizing AI workloads and deploying them at scale, delivering reliable, responsible and observable AI models at unprecedented speed and efficiency – ideal for enterprises aiming to scale their AI projects responsibly and optimally.

The R2O2.ai framework will further expand our proprietary HARC (Hitachi Application Reliability Centers) offering, a suite of engineering services that helps our customers build and manage systems with reliability, resiliency, security and cost efficiency. [Read more…] about Hitachi Digital Services launches R2O2.ai framework to build, scale and operate ‘trustworthy AI’

How Technology Can Drive Retail Growth: Tools and Tips for Scaling

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The retail landscape is evolving rapidly, and businesses must adapt to keep pace with consumer demands and market trends. One of the most effective ways to achieve growth and scale efficiently is through the implementation of technology.

Modern retail businesses can no longer rely solely on traditional methods to manage their operations and customer interactions.

By leveraging advanced technologies such as inventory management systems, AI-driven analytics, and customer relationship management (CRM) tools, retailers can streamline processes, improve customer experiences, and ultimately drive growth. [Read more…] about How Technology Can Drive Retail Growth: Tools and Tips for Scaling

ABB launches new paint atomizer for efficient and sustainable paint shops

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ABB has launched the RB 1000i-S paint atomizer to revolutionize automotive paint shops. The new paint atomizer mounted on top of the ABB robot improves transfer efficiency by upwards of 10 percent, and can significantly reduce paint waste by a minimum of 30 percent along with carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions, compared to its predecessor, the RB 1000i.

In addition, major efficiency and cost saving benefits have the potential to deliver significant financial savings.

Marc Segura, president – robotics division at ABB, says: “Major automotive manufacturers have committed to carbon neutral factories by 2035, leaving no stone unturned in their mission to achieve these targets. [Read more…] about ABB launches new paint atomizer for efficient and sustainable paint shops

Driving Efficiency in Manufacturing with Intelligent Automation: Beyond Robotics

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If you want to stay competitive in today’s manufacturing landscape, you’ll need more than just manpower and machines.

Intelligent automation (IA) has become the force behind efficiency, plus it gives manufacturers the chance to optimize their operations beyond traditional robotics.

When you integrate advanced technologies, like artificial intelligence (AI), cloud computing and more, you’re able to automate processes, predict machine failures, and make decisions based on up-to-date data. [Read more…] about Driving Efficiency in Manufacturing with Intelligent Automation: Beyond Robotics

6 Automation Innovations Enhancing Multi-Cloud Management

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Multi-cloud refers to using multiple cloud providers and infrastructures to host applications and services. This strategy boosts flexibility, reduces dependency on a single vendor, and increases resilience.

Despite these benefits, knowing how to properly manage your systems is crucial, as it ensures data consistency and operational efficiency across different platforms.

Without effective management, costs can increase, and data conflicts can occur. Here, automation plays a vital role here. It streamlines processes, enhances security, and optimizes performance. Find out more below. [Read more…] about 6 Automation Innovations Enhancing Multi-Cloud Management

Achieve more with mobile robots using SICK modular sensor solutions

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The rapidly expanding use of automation has generated an array of technologies and applications; creating a critical need for high performance solutions for autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) and autonomous guided vehicles (AGVs) that can adapt to different scenarios.

Industry leader SICK has developed its modular series of sensors to do just this – meeting and exceeding industry needs for adaptability, safety and precision to provide long-term solutions.

SICK’s modular sensor technology enables manufacturers and users of mobile robots to select precisely the modules they require and combine them to create the ideal solution for their application. [Read more…] about Achieve more with mobile robots using SICK modular sensor solutions

MiR releases new software to improve scalability and cybersecurity for its autonomous mobile robots

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Autonomous mobile robot maker Mobile Industrial Robots (MiR) has launched MiR Fleet Enterprise – a scalable, flexible and secure fleet management software platform. This new software is designed to optimize overall material handling workflows to boost productivity.

MiR Fleet Enterprise solidifies MiR’s position as the “one-stop shop” for internal logistics and material handling.

While MiR has consistently provided robust software, this latest release enhances its ability to deliver a full solution for advanced AMR hardware, sophisticated capabilities such as traffic management, and streamlined deployment processes, addressing the complex needs of enterprise-level customers seeking end-to-end solutions. [Read more…] about MiR releases new software to improve scalability and cybersecurity for its autonomous mobile robots

Boston Dynamics and Toyota partner to advance humanoid robotics research

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Boston Dynamics and Toyota Research Institute (TRI) say they are partnering to accelerate the development of artificial intelligence and robotics.

The research partnership aims to accelerate the development of general-purpose humanoid robots utilizing TRI’s Large Behavior Models and Boston Dynamics’ Atlas robot.

Robert Playter, CEO of Boston Dynamics, says: “There has never been a more exciting time for the robotics industry, and we look forward to working with TRI to accelerate the development of general-purpose humanoids. [Read more…] about Boston Dynamics and Toyota partner to advance humanoid robotics research

Advancements in robotics continue to transform oil and gas operations, says GlobalData

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With the applications of robotics continuously evolving, the oil and gas industry has emerged as a significant adopter of the technology to improve safety and efficiency of operations.

Robots equipped with advanced technologies are yielding increasingly positive results, bringing a continued transformation in the operations of oil and gas companies, says GlobalData, a data and analytics research company.

GlobalData’s latest thematic report, Robotics in Oil and Gas, highlights the role of major oil and gas companies, such as ADNOC, BP, Eni, Equinor, ExxonMobil, Repsol, Rosneft, Shell, and TotalEnergies in the development and adoption of robotics to enhance safety and productivity on the field. [Read more…] about Advancements in robotics continue to transform oil and gas operations, says GlobalData

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