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AutomationWare prepares for future with new robotic joints

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AutomationWare says it is “looking forward” to the rest of 2023 with the new version of its robotic joints (actuators) in J and T versions and UNI EN ISO 9001 certification for the design and production of systems for automation and industrial robotics.

The era of modular and scalable robotics based on AutomationWare’s J&T actuators begins and Robotics becomes Lego
Innovating the world of high-performance actuators.

AutomationWare has chosen a personal approach to the world of robots, producing high-tech actuators, which it uses both to produce robotic solutions itself (especially collaborative arms with special configurations, sizes and payloads) and to meet the demands of customers oriented towards tailor-made, in-house robotic solutions with degrees of freedom necessary for their application. [Read more…] about AutomationWare prepares for future with new robotic joints

Techman unveils ‘industry’s lightest high-payload AI collaborative robot’

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Techman Robot has released its TM20 robotic arm, which it describes as “the industry’s lightest high-payload AI collaborative robot”, adding that the machine “redefines collaborative robotics with next generation AI”.

Despite being very light, the TM20’s high payload capacity makes it the “ideal solution” for heavy-duty AMR (autonomous mobile robot) applications.

Extending Techman’s cobot product range to even higher payloads, TM20 only weighs 32.8 kg, but carries up to 20 kg and has a reach of 1,300 mm with six rotation joints. [Read more…] about Techman unveils ‘industry’s lightest high-payload AI collaborative robot’

Smart Robotics launches new robotic mixed case palletizer

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Smart Robotics, a warehouse robotics and automation specialist, has launched its Smart Mixed Case Palletizer, an industrial robot pick and place station.

Smart Robotics says the system is designed to improve warehouse delivery speed by removing one of the biggest bottlenecks – manual palletizing of mixed products or stock-keeping units (SKUs).

By using warehouse automation, the robot enables another step towards touchless shipping and allows large distribution centres to pre-sort to multiple destinations without increasing full-time equivalent employees (FTEs) in shipping. [Read more…] about Smart Robotics launches new robotic mixed case palletizer

ABB launches new version of its Swifti collaborative cobot

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ABB has launched the Swifti CRB 1300 industrial collaborative robot, which the company says “bridges the gap between industrial and collaborative robots”.

Combining class-leading speed and accuracy with expanded load handling capability of up to 11kg, the Swifti CRB 1300 can be used in a wide variety of production and product handling applications – from machine tending and pelletizing to pick-and-place and screwdriving.

Andrea Cassoni, managing director for global general industry robotics at ABB, says: “Our customers are looking to robotic automation to make their processes more flexible, efficient and resilient, helping to counter labor shortages by enabling their employees to perform more value-added work. [Read more…] about ABB launches new version of its Swifti collaborative cobot

Stäubli opens new office in Southern California

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Stäubli Group, one of the world’s largest industrial and mechatronic solutions providers, has opened the doors of its brand-new office in Cypress, California.

Gerald Vogt, CEO of the Stäubli Group, and members of the executive committee, were present at an event held by the company to mark the milestone.

With this additional location, Stäubli aims to accelerate growth in North America and provide further local presence to customers. [Read more…] about Stäubli opens new office in Southern California

Omron launches new ‘high-performance’ collaborative robot for heavy payloads

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Omron, a provider of industrial automation solutions, has launched its new Omron TM20 collaborative robot with a payload of 20 kg.

The new cobot is ideal for tasks such as palletizing, machine tending and material handling. Whilst managing heavy payloads, the Omron TM20 has a small footprint and a reach of 1,3 meters.

The Omron TM20 is the latest addition to the Omron family of TM cobots, which are known for their ease of use, reliability, and safety. [Read more…] about Omron launches new ‘high-performance’ collaborative robot for heavy payloads

fruitcore unveils new ‘all-rounder’ industrial robotic arm

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fruitcore robotics has unveiled what it describes as a new “all-rounder” industrial robotic arm – the Digital Robot HORST1000, which has a payload of up to 8 kilograms.

The robot also has a reach of 1,018 millimeters, and short cycle times.

fruitcore robotics says the new robot’s performance parameters “enable a wide range of additional applications and better meet the growing market for industrial processes” such as machine placement and pick and place applications. [Read more…] about fruitcore unveils new ‘all-rounder’ industrial robotic arm

Do Suction Cups Work on Wood? Best Suction Cups for Wood Surfaces

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Timber or wood processing industry relies much on efficient automation production. However, the properties and characteristics of wood make it complicated for handling.

The application of vacuum technology in various industries works well. Meanwhile, can it handle the problem with timber well? Do suction cups work on wood? [Read more…] about Do Suction Cups Work on Wood? Best Suction Cups for Wood Surfaces

Growth in electric vehicle manufacturing drives industrial robot sales to record highs in North America

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Data released by the Association for Advancing Automation show that 44,196 robots were ordered in 2022, up 11 percent over 2021. The record results are credited to a resurgence in sales to automotive companies looking to boost electric vehicle production.

Driven by the resurgence in robot orders from automotive companies, the North American robotics market set all-time records in both robots sold and value in 2022.

According to the report from the Association for Advancing Automation (A3), North American companies ordered 44,196 robots valued at $2.38 billion last year, representing increases of 11 percent and 18 percent, respectively, over 2021, the previous record. [Read more…] about Growth in electric vehicle manufacturing drives industrial robot sales to record highs in North America

Kuka launches new range of Fortec industrial robotic arms

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Industrial robot maker Kuka has launched a new range of Fortec industrial robotic arms, saying that they especially meet the new requirements of the electromobility sector.

The company says the robots of the KR Fortec ultra family “set new standards” in the heavy payload range from 480 kg to 800 kg, adding that they are ideally rated for high payloads and moments of inertia.

The new Kuka KR Fortec ultra family includes five robot variants – each ideally suited to a specific application. The KR 800, for example, handles payloads up to 800 kg. The two KR 480 variants reach up to 3,700 mm. [Read more…] about Kuka launches new range of Fortec industrial robotic arms