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CHL Systems becomes authorized Fanuc integrator

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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

Automatica preview: Robotics innovations of today for the smart production concepts of tomorrow

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Automatica is probably the world’s leading showcase event for the robotics and automation industry.

This time around, Robotics and Automation News is highly pleased to announce that we are an official media partner for the biennial trade show.

Event organisers are previewing some of the main robotics innovations for smart production concepts that will be at the show next month.  [Read more…] about Automatica preview: Robotics innovations of today for the smart production concepts of tomorrow

Fanuc launches new robot simulation software RoboGuide

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Industrial robot gigantico Fanuc has launched an offline robot simulation program called RoboGuide. 

The company says RoboGuide is a robot simulator that simulates both the robot’s motion and application commands, significantly reducing the time it takes to create new motion setups.

To ensure minimal impact on production, cells can be designed, tested and modified entirely offline.  [Read more…] about Fanuc launches new robot simulation software RoboGuide

Fanuc launches new version of Zero Down Time service

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Fanuc America says its Robot LINKi Zero Down Time (ZDT) service is now available to all automotive and non-automotive manufacturers who purchase Fanuc robots.

Launched in 2015 in collaboration with Cisco, ZDT is a predictive analytic service that identifies potential failures so customers can schedule maintenance and repairs, avoiding unexpected breakdowns during production. ZDT received a General Motors Innovation Award in 2016.

Today, over 16,000 robots in the automotive industry are operating with ZDT.

Since its introduction, Fanuc estimates that ZDT has saved customers over 1,300 hours of unexpected production interruptions, which equates to more than $4 million.  [Read more…] about Fanuc launches new version of Zero Down Time service

Milacron to launch biggest Roboshot at NPE 2018

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Milacron Holdings Corp., an industrial technology company serving the plastics processing industry, will have a large booth packed with technology at NPE, May 7th to May 11th.

The Milacron booth will be filled with industry technologies, including the Milacron-Fanuc Roboshot 500 – the largest tonnage roboshot ever in the Americas, says the company.

For over 30 years Milacron has sold and serviced the Roboshot machine across the Americas and has sold over 5,600 FANUC machines over that time and now announces the The Milacron-Fanuc Roboshot 500.

[Read more…] about Milacron to launch biggest Roboshot at NPE 2018

Hitachi, Fanuc and Preferred Networks form AI partnership

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Manufacturing giant Hitachi and industrial automation company Fanuc have formed a partnership with Preferred Networks, a developer of software for industrial internet of things networks.

The companies plan to establish a joint venture develop artificial intelligence and edge computing systems for industrial operations, according to a report on Nikkei.

Edge computing refers to devices and systems which can do a lot of the data processing locally, without needing to send data to the cloud.  [Read more…] about Hitachi, Fanuc and Preferred Networks form AI partnership

30 industrial robot manufacturers to watch

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2018 looks all set to be a bumper year for sales of industrial robot arms across all categories – from the large, heavyweight class right down to the small desktop variety. 

With established robot makers expanding their range, and with new startups launching innovative new models, the market is more dynamic than ever.

Oversupply may be a problem going forward, especially as Chinese robot manufacturers step up their production, but even including the new companies entering the market, the number of industry-standard robot makers worldwide is relatively small.  [Read more…] about 30 industrial robot manufacturers to watch

Fanuc launches new SCARA robots

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Fanuc has launched a new range of SCARA robots. (See pictures and video below.)

Fanuc says its new SCARA robots represent the next level of speed and precision for assembly and material handling applications.

Fanuc, the world’s leading supplier of robotics, CNC and factory automation introduced the new SR-3iA and SR-6iA SCARA robots at the International Robot Exhibition (iREX) 2017 in Tokyo, Japan.

Fanuc’s new SCARA robots feature high-speed, precise operation for pick and place, assembly, testing / inspection and packaging processes in a wide range of industries including consumer electronics, auto component, plastics, food and beverage, lab automation, appliances and medical device manufacturing.  [Read more…] about Fanuc launches new SCARA robots

Fanuc marks production of 500,000th industrial robot

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Fanuc has produced half a million robots, and plans to nearly double its robot production capacity in 2018

Fanuc, the world’s leading supplier of robotics, CNC and factory automation has announced the production of its 500,000th robot.

Mike Cicco, president and CEO, Fanuc America, says: “Automation and robotics are key drivers of manufacturing competitiveness.

“More companies are using automation to overcome inefficiencies, lower costs, increase productivity, and gain market share.  [Read more…] about Fanuc marks production of 500,000th industrial robot

Fanuc launches new seven-axis robot for automotive spot welding

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Fanuc America has demonstrated a new automotive spot welding robot at the recent Fabtech event.

The new seven-axis R-1000iA/120F-7B’s design is based on the R-1000iA robot series. (See pictures and video below.)

It has a payload of 120 kg and a maximum reach of 2,230 mm.  [Read more…] about Fanuc launches new seven-axis robot for automotive spot welding