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Universal Robots puts on a show in Singapore for people interested in its technologies

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The Singapore business unit of Universal Robots has put on what it called a “roadshow” for people interested in its collaborative robots and associated technologies.

Established a couple of years ago as Universal’s Asia-Pacific headquarters, the Singapore branch has been enthusiastic in its work in promoting the company’s machines to the local market.

The Universal Robots Ecosystem Roadshow was held a few days ago at the posh Fullerton Hotel in the city-state.  [Read more…] about Universal Robots puts on a show in Singapore for people interested in its technologies

Denso and Symbio to establish technology innovation center in Finland

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Denso, one of the world’s largest suppliers of robotics and automation technologies, is partnering with software company Symbio to establish a technology innovation centre in Finland.

Denso, the main supplier to Toyota and one of the leading automotive component manufacturers in general, says the innovation center in Finland is a joint enterprise based at Symbio’s premises in Espoo, Finland.

Symbio is a technology research and development company with expertise in robotics, automation and internet of things systems.

It’s likely that the first products to emerge from the collaboration will relate to connected, autonomous and electric cars and other vehicles.  [Read more…] about Denso and Symbio to establish technology innovation center in Finland

Techman Robot looking for distributors in Japan for its collaborative robots

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The Techman Robot company is inviting Japanese companies to apply to become distributors for its robotics and automation products. 

The company will be displaying its technologies at the forthcoming International Robot Exhibition in Japan.

Techman is making no secret of the fact that it would like to find local distributors in Japan.  [Read more…] about Techman Robot looking for distributors in Japan for its collaborative robots

ABB and Kawasaki to partner on collaborative robot automation

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Two industrial titans – one from Europe and the other from Asia – have agreed a partnership relating to the development of collaborative robot automation.

The two companies – ABB and Kawasaki – are both industrial giants with wide-ranging business activities, and collaborative robots are actually a relatively small part of their respective operations.

However, it’s probably a sign of how important a technology collaborative robots represent that both are now combining their resources to build an automation ecosystem.  [Read more…] about ABB and Kawasaki to partner on collaborative robot automation

SPS at the nexus of IT and OT convergence

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There seems to be more interest in the SPS IPC Drives event this year than there was last year. 

It’s noticeable to us here at the website because we have received many more press releases and articles talking about the event.

But there could also be another reason. It’s very likely that the trend of connecting machinery to the internet and computerising production processes is the real reason behind the growing interest in the event.  [Read more…] about SPS at the nexus of IT and OT convergence

BRM Aero uses Dassault Systèmes technology to more efficiently design its Bristell airplanes

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Fast, secure cloud access to advanced product development capabilities is creating opportunities for innovative smaller business to improve productivity with minimal IT overhead. 

Generally speaking, experts say, the resurgence of aerospace innovation requires more comprehensive, sophisticated technology.

Specifically, they need digital solutions that can connect the enterprise across all its departments, employees and data.  [Read more…] about BRM Aero uses Dassault Systèmes technology to more efficiently design its Bristell airplanes

‘Experience, tradition and passion’ forges business partnerships for Buhler

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According to its owners, “experience, tradition and passion” are the values which ensure the five-star quality at the five-brother company Bühler Bedachungen und Bauspenglerei from Romanshorn in Switzerland, a business specializing in roofing and architectural sheet metal.

Quality is the top priority for the family business – particularly when it comes to selecting its partners and suppliers.

Among these is the Swiss company Jorns, which supplied the new double bending machine, model TP-150G-RH-UV-SL-1250-CP200-6.4-mp, including safety concept for the architectural sheet metal area as well as the manufacturer for optical sensors, which ensures the corresponding safety at work for man and machine, Leuze electronic.  [Read more…] about ‘Experience, tradition and passion’ forges business partnerships for Buhler

FDT Group to display new IIoT architecture at SPS IPC

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FDT Group will be exhibiting its latest technologies for connectivity and industrial internet of things at this year’s SPS IPC Drives Fair, in hall 2, at stand 439, scheduled for 28-30 November, Germany.

The company is offering visitors a “test drive” of its latest technology enhancements in a hybrid-batch demo environment.

This year, FDT Group will feature an FDT brewery application demonstration nativity integrated with OPC UA enabling enterprise-wide connectivity and mobile access using tablet computers.  [Read more…] about FDT Group to display new IIoT architecture at SPS IPC

Wibu Systems to launch ‘world’s smallest dongle with flash memory’ at SPS

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Wibu Systems says it will launch the world’s smallest dongle with flash memory at this year’s SPS IPC Drives event, which starts next week.

The CmStick / BMC, the latest generation of Wibu-Systems’ hardware elements for the secure licensing of digital know-how, is one of the five nominees for the 2017 Automation Awards, the most prestigious prize to be won in the automation industry.

Visitors to SPS IPC Drives, in Germany, can learn more about the shortlisted products and vote for the winner of their choice.  [Read more…] about Wibu Systems to launch ‘world’s smallest dongle with flash memory’ at SPS

Robotiq launches ‘10 times more sensitive’ force torque sensor

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Robotiq has launched what it says is “10 times more sensitive” version of its FT 300 Force Torque Sensor.

The component comes with Plug + Play integration on all Universal Robots.

Robotiq says the FT 300 performs highly repeatable precision force control tasks such as finishing, product testing, assembly and precise part insertion.  [Read more…] about Robotiq launches ‘10 times more sensitive’ force torque sensor