ANYbotics has successfully passed the rigorous, multi-stage audit with zero non-conformities on its first attempt. This rare accomplishment in the high-tech sector is independent, third-party proof that the company operates a “world-class” Information Security Management System (ISMS) and reflects its commitment to operational excellence and security maturity. [Read more…] about ANYbotics achieves ISO 27001 certification
Industry
How Regular Crane Load Testing Prevents Workplace Accidents in Heavy Industry
Modern heavy industry relies on the seamless operation of overhead lifting systems to maintain the high-speed production cycles demanded by today’s markets. As automation increases the frequency and intensity of load cycles, the margin for mechanical error narrows significantly.
Even the most advanced robotics cannot compensate for structural fatigue or a failing hoist brake. Ensuring these machines withstand extreme stress requires more than routine maintenance; it necessitates rigorous, physical proof of capacity.
This article explores the vital role of regular load testing in identifying hidden vulnerabilities and preventing catastrophic failures in high-pressure industrial environments. [Read more…] about How Regular Crane Load Testing Prevents Workplace Accidents in Heavy Industry
Where to Buy Process Automation Services for Manufacturing
From robotic to business process automation, the number of tasks manufacturing companies can delegate to more efficient technologies is growing.
However, many enterprises need to seek third-party expertise to implement these properly, or more inefficiencies and misunderstandings could arise.
So, where can you buy process automation services for manufacturing, and how can they increase the likelihood of yielding the results organizations want? [Read more…] about Where to Buy Process Automation Services for Manufacturing
Predictive Maintenance Robotics: How AI and Automation Are Redefining Industrial Asset Reliability
Predictive maintenance robotics is transforming how industrial organisations manage automation environments, moving beyond reactive maintenance and fixed schedules toward intelligent, data-driven maintenance strategies.
Instead of waiting for equipment failures or relying solely on manual inspections, organisations are deploying machine learning, artificial intelligence and advanced analytics to optimise maintenance scheduling and reduce costly downtime.
In many industrial facilities, robotic diagnostics are now aligned with structured systems such as velappity’s hvac preventive maintenance software to ensure predictive maintenance processes integrate with enterprise asset management frameworks across different locations. [Read more…] about Predictive Maintenance Robotics: How AI and Automation Are Redefining Industrial Asset Reliability
Yokogawa and ANYbotics to integrate OpreX robot management software with robotic inspection solutions
Yokogawa Electric, a Japan-based multinational specializing in industrial control and automation, and ANYbotics, a Swiss provider of industrial inspection robots, have signed a partnership agreement which will see Yokogawa’s OpreX Robot Management Core software integrated with the software stack of ANYbotics’ lineup of ANYmal robots, including the ANYmal X explosion-proof robot.
By integrating the management of explosion- and non-explosion-proof robots that conduct autonomous inspections of industrial facilities, the two companies aim to develop new opportunities in the oil & gas, power, and metals industries.
OpreX Robot Management Core is a key product in Yokogawa’s robot solutions. The software helps customers maintain their facilities more safely and efficiently by integrating the management of various types of robots that perform plant maintenance tasks conventionally carried out by humans. [Read more…] about Yokogawa and ANYbotics to integrate OpreX robot management software with robotic inspection solutions
ABB launches ‘Automation Extended’ to help industries modernize control systems without disruption
ABB has introduced a new automation architecture called Automation Extended, designed to help industrial operators upgrade their control systems while avoiding costly shutdowns and large-scale equipment replacements.
The program builds on ABB’s installed base of distributed control systems (DCS) and aims to provide a structured path for companies to adopt newer digital technologies – including artificial intelligence, advanced analytics, and Internet of Things connectivity – without interfering with mission-critical operations.
Industries such as energy, chemicals, mining, and utilities are under increasing pressure from volatile markets, cybersecurity risks, regulatory demands, and workforce changes. ABB says its new approach allows operators to modernize gradually while preserving existing infrastructure. [Read more…] about ABB launches ‘Automation Extended’ to help industries modernize control systems without disruption
Why Material Stability is Becoming a Bottleneck in Automated Industrial Systems
Automation systems are increasingly defined by their ability to operate continuously, predictably, and at scale.
As robotics platforms, control software, and AI-driven decision layers mature, many manufacturers are discovering that system-level performance is no longer limited by algorithms or sensors, but by the physical materials that sit quietly between machines and processes.
In high-duty automation environments, material stability is emerging as a critical bottleneck that directly affects uptime, data reliability, and long-term operational efficiency. [Read more…] about Why Material Stability is Becoming a Bottleneck in Automated Industrial Systems
ABB accelerates factory decarbonization with renewables and digital energy management program
ABB is advancing its Mission to Zero program at its Sasbach manufacturing site in Germany, demonstrating how on-site renewable energy, electrification and digital energy management can deliver meaningful emissions reductions while strengthening energy resilience.
The Sasbach site manufactures enclosures and energy distribution systems for local and regional markets, supporting ABB’s production footprint in Germany.
As part of ABB’s global Mission to Zero program, the site is implementing a data-led decarbonization roadmap focused on energy efficiency, renewable electricity and smart energy management. [Read more…] about ABB accelerates factory decarbonization with renewables and digital energy management program
Fort Robotics launches real-time wireless safety device for complex industrial environments
Fort Robotics, a leader in safe control for robots and mobile machines, has launched its Wireless E-Stop Pro. The safety-certified wearable device is designed to prevent accidents and maximize uptime across modern machine worksites worldwide.
As industries adopt more mobile and autonomous machines across their operations, legacy safety solutions such as fixed emergency stop buttons are proving to be less effective.
The Wireless E-Stop Pro puts fail-safe control directly in the operator’s hand by allowing users to send a certified stop command to a machine from up to 200 meters away, ensuring that safety moves at the speed of the modern jobsite. [Read more…] about Fort Robotics launches real-time wireless safety device for complex industrial environments
New US robot safety rules focus on how robots are actually used on the factory floor
A long-awaited update to US robot safety guidance is now complete, with the release of a new section that shifts attention from robot design to how industrial robots are used day to day.
The Association for Advancing Automation (A3) has announced the availability of Part 3 of the ANSI/A3 R15.06-2025 robot safety standard, rounding out a three-part framework that defines safety requirements for industrial robots and robot systems in the United States.
The newly released section focuses specifically on the use of industrial robot cells – an area that has historically received less formal guidance than robot design or system integration. [Read more…] about New US robot safety rules focus on how robots are actually used on the factory floor