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Bringing in the Light: How New Windows and Doors Can Transform Your Space

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Natural lighting is key to creating a healthy home environment. It helps improve mood, regulate circadian rhythms, and keep us alert and focused throughout our daily tasks.

Large window openings fill spaces with sunlight for an open and airy vibe, creating the feeling that spaces are more expansive and brighter. Picture windows, awning windows and bay windows all serve as stunning focal points in any space they are featured in. [Read more…] about Bringing in the Light: How New Windows and Doors Can Transform Your Space

ABB expands large robot family with four ‘energy saving’ models, 22 variants

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ABB Robotics is expanding its large robot range with four new models and 22 variants, offering more choice, increased coverage and greater performance.

The next generation models include the IRB 6710, IRB 6720, IRB 6730 and IRB 6740, suitable for payloads ranging from 150 kg to 310 kg, with a reach from 2.5 m to 3.2 m, offering customers greater choice and significant performance and energy efficiency improvements.

Marc Segura, president of ABB’s Robotics Division, says: “Sustainable production is a major priority of automotive manufacturers, with 78 percent of companies identifying it as important to their business and 77 percent identifying it as a priority for their customers. [Read more…] about ABB expands large robot family with four ‘energy saving’ models, 22 variants

Nauticus to supply Aquanaut to Petrobras Brazil

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Nauticus Robotics, a developer of autonomous robots using artificial intelligence for data collection and intervention services for the ocean industries, has been awarded a contract with Petrobras, one of the world’s largest energy companies, to deploy Aquanaut, the company’s autonomous subsea robot, to support Petrobras’ offshore activities.

Petrobras has ramped up efforts recently in robotics and artificial intelligence and is pioneering their application to the offshore sectors.

Toward that end, this relevant contract was competitively awarded to Nauticus and will utilize Aquanaut in Petrobras’ Deepwater Production Field using supervised autonomy for infield inspection services. [Read more…] about Nauticus to supply Aquanaut to Petrobras Brazil

Enhancing Robotic Performance with AscoSolenoid Valves: Key Advantages and Benefits

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As the field of robotics continues to advance, engineers and manufacturers are consistently seeking ways to optimise performance, improve efficiency, and enhance overall productivity. One crucial component that plays a significant role in achieving these goals is the Asco solenoid valve.

These small yet powerful devices are indispensable in the robotics industry, driving innovation and enabling a wide range of applications. In this blog post, we will explore the key advantages and benefits of asco solenoid valves in enhancing robotic performance. [Read more…] about Enhancing Robotic Performance with AscoSolenoid Valves: Key Advantages and Benefits


Sustainable Manufacturing: A Key Driver for Environmental Responsibility


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In today’s fast-paced and interconnected world, the need for environmental responsibility has reached critical proportions. Climate change, resource depletion, and pollution have become global challenges that demand urgent action.

Amidst these pressing concerns, sustainable manufacturing has emerged as a key driver for promoting environmental responsibility. This article delves into the concept of sustainable manufacturing, highlighting its significance in reducing environmental impact and fostering a greener future.

In particular, we will explore the role of two essential processes: CNC machining services and injection molding services, in advancing the cause of sustainable manufacturing. [Read more…] about 
Sustainable Manufacturing: A Key Driver for Environmental Responsibility


Wiferion launches compact wireless charging system for small mobile robots

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Wiferion, an energy solution supplier powering mobile robots and autonomous industrial vehicles through wireless charging, introduced its new inductive etaLINK 1000 charging system to the US market, making its successful wireless charging technology available to smaller robots for the first time.

The new mobile charging unit integrated into the robot measures just 160 mm – making it 36 percent smaller than the etaLINK 3000, Wiferion’s standard charging system for autonomous mobile robots (AMR) and autonomous guided vehicles (AGV).

etaLINK 1000 has all the advantages of the larger models, such as high positioning tolerance, maintenance-free operation, and fast start up of power transfer in around one second. Wiferion will debut the etaLINK 1000 at Automate, May 22-25, 2023, in Detroit. [Read more…] about Wiferion launches compact wireless charging system for small mobile robots

Wiferion launches cloud-based optimization platform for intelligent mobile robot charging

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Wiferion, an energy solution supplier powering mobile robots and autonomous industrial vehicles through wireless charging, has launched what it says is “the world’s first cloud-based solution for smart robot charging optimization platform.

The cloud-based etaHUB application helps companies utilize their fleets more efficiently by reducing energy consumption, extending battery life, and increasing the productivity of automated guided vehicles (AGVs) and autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) through real-time intelligent charging management.

With its expansion into the North American market this year, Wiferion will debut etaHUB at Automate, May 22-25, 2023, in Detroit. [Read more…] about Wiferion launches cloud-based optimization platform for intelligent mobile robot charging

5 Ways Robotics Can Improve Manufacturing Output

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The introduction of robotics in the manufacturing sector has been advancing quickly over the past few decades, with a resulting increase in production outputs and reducing associated costs.

Automation is proving to be a powerful tool for manufacturers at all levels; it eliminates labor costs and provides large increases in scalability of product output. Companies now have access to new technologies that allow greater levels of customization while also increasing overall efficiency levels. [Read more…] about 5 Ways Robotics Can Improve Manufacturing Output

mHUB investing $50 million to build ‘largest independent manufacturing center in America’

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Historic 80,000 sq ft facility in Chicago Near West Side Opportunity Zone will expand to make mHUB the ‘largest independent manufacturing center in US’

Manufacturing and “hardtech” innovation center, mHUB, is investing $50 million in the acquisition and build-out of a historic manufacturing facility within Chicago’s Kinzie Industrial Corridor on the city’s Near West Side.

The building is located within a designated Opportunity Zone and planned manufacturing district on a 2-acre site that will increase mHUB’s prototyping and testing facilities and office and convening spaces to become the largest independent manufacturing innovation center in the country.

Launched in 2017, mHUB has supported over 500+ startups and 200 manufacturers from all over the world that have created 5,000+ jobs and generated over $2.6 billion of economic activity. [Read more…] about mHUB investing $50 million to build ‘largest independent manufacturing center in America’

BrainBox AI receives $20 million investment from Québec Government and ABB. Then decides to buy ABB business unit

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BrainBox AI, a developer of autonomous building technology, has raised $20 million to support the continued development of BrainBox AI’s decarbonization technology and its global commercialization efforts.

The company raised the funds from the Government of Québec, the lead investor for 10 million US dollars; and ABB, a returning lead investor and global partner to BrainBox AI.

Sam Ramadori, CEO at BrainBox AI, says: “We are grateful for this significant investment from the Québec Government and ABB. Having their support propels our mission to provide commercial real estate owners and retailers around the globe with a scalable and impactful decarbonization tool. [Read more…] about BrainBox AI receives $20 million investment from Québec Government and ABB. Then decides to buy ABB business unit