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RFID and Barcode Technology for Smarter Operations

May 28, 2026 by Sam Francis

Summary

  • RFID and barcode technology help businesses run tighter operations through real-time asset and inventory tracking.
  • Barcodes bring accuracy and speed to everyday workflows.
  • RFID automates visibility at a larger scale.
  • Together, they reduce downtime, sharpen decision-making, and support smarter operations across manufacturing, healthcare, retail, and logistics.

Walk into a busy warehouse right when it’s peak hours, and you’ll basically see the same story showing up everywhere: items moving fast, teams under pressure, and managers trying to keep inventory accurate while everything around them is moving.

One missing shipment, one misplaced asset, one fat-fingered data entry, and then suddenly a delay starts rippling across the whole operation like it has momentum.

It’s a pretty familiar problem. And it’s exactly why RFID, together with barcode inc technology, has become so central to how modern businesses run. Companies aren’t really hunting for tracking systems that tell them what happened yesterday. They want awareness of what’s going on right now. [Read more…] about RFID and Barcode Technology for Smarter Operations

Filed Under: Communications, Internet, Technology Tagged With: asset management, asset tracking, automation news, barcode systems, barcode technology, ERP integration, gps tracking, industrial ai, industrial automation, inventory tracking, iot, logistics automation, logistics technology, Lowry Solutions, manufacturing operations, manufacturing technology, operational efficiency, real-time visibility, rfid, RFID systems, robotics and automation, robotics and automation news, robotics news, smart factory technology, smart warehouses, Sonaria platform, supply chain management, supply chain technology, warehouse automation, warehouse management

Automation Expo in Thailand concludes with strong attendance

March 7, 2026 by David Edwards

Co-organised by Messe Frankfurt (HK) and GMTX, the 2026 edition of Automation Expo closed recently, achieving a record 50 per cent year-on-year increase in attendance.

The event was held at the Nongnooch International Convention and Exhibition Center (NICE) in Pattaya, within the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC), the country’s primary hub for advanced manufacturing and industrial investment. It brought together 11,723 visitors to explore the technological advancements needed to enhance the global competitiveness of Thai industry.

Highlights included the IIoT Ecosystem and Future-X zones, alongside a fringe programme that provided manufacturers with practical guidance on upgrading their production lines and managing system integration. [Read more…] about Automation Expo in Thailand concludes with strong attendance

Filed Under: Events Tagged With: Automation Expo Thailand, automation news, factory automation technology, IIoT manufacturing, industrial automation Thailand, Industry 4.0 Thailand, Messe Frankfurt automation events, robotics and automation, robotics and automation news, robotics manufacturing Asia, robotics news, smart factory technology, Thai manufacturing industry

Predictive Maintenance Robotics: How AI and Automation Are Redefining Industrial Asset Reliability

February 26, 2026 by David Edwards

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

Filed Under: Artificial Intelligence, Automation, Industry, Internet, Robotics Tagged With: ai in manufacturing, asset reliability, automated inspections, automation news, condition monitoring, downtime reduction, Enterprise asset management, industrial automation, Industrial IoT, machine learning maintenance, predictive maintenance, robotics and automation, robotics and automation news, robotics news, smart factory technology

Tekniker unveils robotic metrology system combining collaborative robots and digital measurement at BIEMH 2026

February 21, 2026 by David Edwards

The combination of collaborative robotics and in-process digital metrology represents a strategic convergence for the manufacturing industry and factories of the future.

On the one hand, collaborative robots make it possible to automate handling and assembly tasks flexibly and safely without the need for physical barriers and, on the other hand, digital metrology integrated into the process means that components can be measured and checked directly in the production line with high precision.

In this context, Spain’s Tekniker technology centre, member of the Basque Research and Technology Alliance (BRTA) partnership, with extensive expertise in this set of technologies, will present a solution that brings together automation, high-precision measurement and digitalisation in industrial environments at the next edition of the Biennial International Machine Tool Exhibition (BIEMH). [Read more…] about Tekniker unveils robotic metrology system combining collaborative robots and digital measurement at BIEMH 2026

Filed Under: Features, Science, Technology Tagged With: advanced manufacturing technology, automation news, BIEMH 2026, cobot systems, collaborative robots, digital metrology, factory of the future, industrial automation, industrial robotics Spain, machine vision robotics, quality control automation, robotics and automation, robotics and automation news, robotics news, smart factory technology

Comau deploys in.Grid robot monitoring platform at Iveco plant

February 7, 2026 by Sam Francis

Comau has deployed its in.Grid Robot Monitoring platform at Italian transport vehicle manufacturer Iveco’s Valladolid plant in Spain, helping support the customer’s industrial digitalization strategy.

Developed to enhance operational visibility and improve maintenance efficiency, the cloud-based system monitors Comau robots on Iveco’s Door Ring and Mascherone assembly lines.

Comau’s in.Grid Robot Monitoring system autonomously captures production and process data, identifies performance deviations, signals anomalies, and verifies user-defined KPIs. [Read more…] about Comau deploys in.Grid robot monitoring platform at Iveco plant

Filed Under: Manufacturing Tagged With: automation news, automotive manufacturing automation, cloud robotics platform, comau, connected robotics, digital factory, factory automation, industrial AI monitoring, industrial digitalization, industry 4.0, Iveco, manufacturing analytics, manufacturing uptime optimization, predictive maintenance robotics, production line robotics, robot data analytics, robot monitoring platform, robotic fleet management, robotics and automation, robotics and automation news, robotics news, robotics software platforms, smart factory technology, smart manufacturing

The Transformative Power of Industrial Automation

October 18, 2025 by Mark Allinson

Industrial automation has become a cornerstone of modern manufacturing and production processes. By utilizing advanced machinery, control systems, and software, industries can streamline operations, enhance precision, and reduce human intervention.

This evolution in technology allows companies to maintain higher standards of productivity while minimizing errors and operational costs. [Read more…] about The Transformative Power of Industrial Automation

Filed Under: Automation, Automation News Tagged With: automated production systems, automation in manufacturing, industrial automation, industrial iot solutions, industrial robotics and control systems, industry 4.0 advancements, manufacturing efficiency, predictive maintenance, robotics in industry, smart factory technology

ABB Robotics to showcase ‘full-scale’ OmniCore controller at Automate 2025

May 6, 2025 by Mark Allinson

ABB Robotics will unveil a powerful lineup of robotic demos at Automate 2025, May 12-15 at Huntington Place in Detroit (Main Booth #2632; Education Pavilion #8614), showcasing its new OmniCore controller – a transformative control platform delivering faster, more precise and more autonomous automation across ABB’s entire robot portfolio.

This will be the first full-scale US debut of OmniCore, which streamlines installation and programming while boosting performance.

Developed through a $170 million investment, OmniCore is ABB’s most advanced control platform yet, a unique, single architecture that integrates ABB Robotics’ complete range of hardware and software, for flexible, future-ready automation. [Read more…] about ABB Robotics to showcase ‘full-scale’ OmniCore controller at Automate 2025

Filed Under: News, Robotics Tagged With: abb robotics, AI-powered robotics, Automate 2025, collaborative robots, industrial automation, OmniCore controller, robot control platform, robotic parcel handling, smart factory technology, vision-based robotics

Hitachi and Daikin test AI chatbot for diagnosing factory equipment failures

May 5, 2025 by Mark Allinson

Hitachi and Daikin have launched a trial of a new AI-powered chatbot designed to help diagnose equipment failures on factory floors.

The digital agent, developed through a co-creation partnership, acts as a conversational interface between factory operators and complex machinery data.

The system draws on Hitachi’s Lumada data analytics platform and Daikin’s manufacturing expertise to assist workers in identifying failure causes and suggesting remedies. [Read more…] about Hitachi and Daikin test AI chatbot for diagnosing factory equipment failures

Filed Under: Computing Tagged With: ai in manufacturing, conversational AI for industry, equipment failure diagnostics, factory automation tools, Hitachi Daikin collaboration, industrial chatbots, Lumada platform, machine health monitoring, predictive maintenance AI, smart factory technology

Mitsubishi Electric launches lightweight SCARA robot series to support digital transformation in manufacturing

April 21, 2025 by Sam Francis

Mitsubishi Electric has launched a new series of SCARA robots designed to accelerate digital transformation (DX) in manufacturing, with features aimed at increasing performance, reducing maintenance needs, and simplifying system integration.

The new RH-CRH series includes two models: the RH-10CRH, which offers a payload of up to 10 kg, and the RH-20CRH, which supports heavier items up to 20 kg.

The robots feature maximum reach radii ranging from 600 mm to 1000 mm, making them suitable for applications including assembly, coating, precision conveyance, and packaging across sectors such as automotive and food production. [Read more…] about Mitsubishi Electric launches lightweight SCARA robot series to support digital transformation in manufacturing

Filed Under: Industrial robots, News Tagged With: battery-less motors robotics, digital transformation manufacturing, factory automation solutions, industrial robots 2025, lightweight industrial robots, Mitsubishi Electric robots, RH-CRH robot series, robotic automation, SCARA robot series, smart factory technology

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