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In a joint research project, Rise and Apple have developed a unique bio-based foam.
The properties of the foam suggest that it could replace fossil-based materials such as polymer foam, which is often used in packaging, insulation and lightweight composites.
The research results are presented in a Whitepaper from Rise and Apple. [Read more…] about Apple and Rise develop ‘unique bio-based foam’ for packaging
CNC machine operators often grapple with tool deformation and machining materials damage, posing significant challenges to the machining process. Identifying the factors behind these issues is crucial for effective prevention. Therefore, a thorough inspection of tools becomes paramount.
This article delves into the various cutting problems that contribute to tool deformation and material damage in CNC machines, shedding light on strategies to address and mitigate these challenges. [Read more…] about Types of Cutting that Causes Material Damage in CNC Machining
There is an increasing demand for automation and flexible robotics solutions on the market today.
To address this growing demand, Gideon and Toyota Material Handling Europe (TMHE) are joining forces through strategic cooperation on the development of new automated solutions.
Toyota Material Handling is the largest entity of Toyota Industries Corporation (TICO), the global leader in industrial materials handling. [Read more…] about Toyota and Gideon enter strategic cooperation to develop new automated solutions
TGW Logistics has unveiled an industrial robotic arm for material handling that is capable of picking 1,000 items an hour.
The company says its experts have channeled 50 years of technical knowledge into the picking robot which “raises picking efficiency to a whole new level”.
RovoFlex stands out due to its high productivity, simple handling and maximum reliability, says TGW. The versatile robot therefore offers an answer to challenges such as the growing labour shortage or increasingly rapid changes in product ranges. [Read more…] about TGW Logistics unveils robot capable of picking 1,000 items an hour
A plasma cutter is a tool that uses a directed stream of hot plasma to cut through various types of conductive metals like steel, aluminum, brass, copper, and more.
Plasma cutters work by creating an electrical arc between a negatively charged electrode in the tip of the torch and the positively charged workpiece.
This arc ionizes gas passing through it, creating a channel of superhot plasma that can melt and cut through metal. [Read more…] about What is a Plasma Cutter? And, Why Your Business May Need One
EverestLabs, developer of RecycleOS, the “first” AI-enabled operating system for material recovery facilities (MRFs), is expanding globally with the opening of a new Robotics Operations Center office, focused on engineering, in Guntur, Andhra Pradesh, India.
India has emerged as a global powerhouse for engineering talent in recent years. The expansion into the country aligns with EverestLabs’ commitment to building the best-in-class team globally to support growing worldwide customers, and propels its efforts to improve the circular economy.
The new Robotics Operations Center office also demonstrates the company’s ability to rapidly scale while impressing customers amidst recent commercial success with leading environmental services and recycling companies including Republic Services, SMR, Pioneer Recycling Services, KW Plastics, Recology, and UWS and so on. [Read more…] about Robotic recycling specialist EverestLabs expands into India
Align Production Systems, a material handling solutions provider, has agreed a strategic partnership with Kollmorgen, a well known motion control specialist, to innovate automated guided vehicles technology.
This collaboration is set to “revolutionize the manufacturing AGV landscape, to provide efficiency, reliability, and versatility across various industries”, say the companies.
The collaboration of Align Production Systems’ expertise in designing world-class automated guided vehicle systems with Kollmorgen’s automation control platform NDC Solutions, will foster the next generation of AGV vehicle technology. [Read more…] about Align Production Systems partners with Kollmorgen to advance AGV technology
Kivnon, a producer of industrial mobile robots, has manufactured and installed its 5,000th robot, representing a significant milestone in its history.
Kivnon designs, manufactures, and implements mobile robots that enhance material handling efficiency across various markets, including automotive, food, logistics distribution, and retail applications.
Juan Prieto, CEO of Kivnon, says: “We started in 2009 with a vision for new ways to improve intralogistics operations in production centers, warehouses, and distribution centers, along with a team of talented experts in material handling and robotic engineering. [Read more…] about Kivnon reaches 5,000 installed mobile robots in 20 countries
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
Hesai Technology, a provider of lidar solutions, and Cratus, a software solution integrator for lidar systems, have agreed a strategic alliance to develop autonomous warehouse solutions using Hesai’s “groundbreaking safety-rated” 3D lidar, the QT128.
Cratus has selected the QT128 as the lead sensor in its all-new lidar perception package for automated guided vehicles (AGVs) and autonomous mobile robots (AMRs).
AGVs and AMRs have been used for many years in warehouses and manufacturing plants to accomplish a variety of material handling tasks. [Read more…] about Hesai Technology to provide lidar for planned Cratus warehouse robots
