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Fanuc demonstrates cobots at Amazon’s re:MARS Conference

Fanuc America, supplier of robotics, CNCs and Robomachines, has expanded its line of collaborative robots to include six models, on display at re:MARS Tech Showcase 4-7 June 4-7 in Las Vegas.

The series of power and force limiting collaborative robots can handle 4-35 kg payloads and a 550-1813 mm reach.

The cobots are equipped with Fanuc’s iHMI touch screen user interface. The Hand Guidance feature allows operators to teach a collaborative robot by leading it through paths, and/or use it to lift heavy objects manually.

Automation integrator JMP Solutions awarded by Fanuc

JMP Solutions, an independent robotic systems integrator, has received three prestigious awards at the Fanuc America Authorized Systems Integrator Conference and Awards Gala in Clearwater, Florida.

JMP’s automation and robotics division received three awards:

the Growth Award was presented for outstanding growth of robot sales;
the Sales Leadership Award recognized JMP’s exemplary level of sales; and
the Excellence in Intelligent Robotics Award recognizes sales leadership of intelligent products.

Ken McLaughlin, general manager of JMP’s automation and robotics division, says: “Since JMP entered the Fanuc Authorized System Integrator program in 2009, we’ve enjoyed a strong relationship built on trust and collaboration. [Read more…] about Automation integrator JMP Solutions awarded by Fanuc

CHL Systems becomes authorized Fanuc integrator

CHL Systems is now an “Authorized System Integrator” for Fanuc America.

Fanuc is a global leader in automation for manufacturing, and is estimated to have the largest number of industrial robotic arms installed around the world.

As a leading manufacturer and integrator for the past 60+ years, CHL Systems says it provides “a unique level of expertise for primary and secondary material handling solutions for general foods, meat, poultry, baking, confectionery, pharmaceuticals, and chemicals”. [Read more…] about CHL Systems becomes authorized Fanuc integrator

As good as a lifelong guarantee: Interview with Fanuc America boss

Exclusive interview with Neil Dueweke, general manager, automotive new domestic and automotive components group, Fanuc America

Industrial robotics and automation is a complex area for a someone with no background in engineering or any related disciplines.

Which is why it’s always interesting to ask for the observations of experts who work within the sector.

Fanuc has a greater number of industrial robots installed worldwide than any other company – some 400,000 at last count. By that measure, it’s the biggest industrial robot company in the world.

And as Neil Dueweke (main picture), general manager, automotive new domestic and automotive components group, Fanuc America, explains in this exclusive interview with Robotics and Automation News, installation is by no means the end of the relationship with a customer. [Read more…] about As good as a lifelong guarantee: Interview with Fanuc America boss