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Fanuc receives ‘major robot order’ from luxury automotive manufacturer

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Fanuc, the world’s largest industrial robot manufacturer, says it has received a “significant order” to supply a state-of-the-art paint system, including paint robots and advanced application technology.

Nearly 50 robots will be delivered to a “European luxury carmaker”, says Fanuc, which has more robots installed worldwide than any other robotics company.

Jan Kamenicky, head of paint at Fanuc Europe, says: “We are managing the entire project, including installation. The Fanuc robots will paint both car bodies and plastic add-on parts such as bumpers. [Read more…] about Fanuc receives ‘major robot order’ from luxury automotive manufacturer

Nidec opens new facility in Germany

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Nidec SYS GmbH, part of Nidec Press & Automation group, has established new facility in the Reismühle industrial park in Grafenau, Germany. The company describes it as “a major milestone in the company’s development and a clear commitment to its location in the Bavarian Forest”.

With a recent festive ceremony, and a subsequent “Open House”, Nidec SYS GmbH celebrated the opening of its new office and production facilities.

The new building marks the next step in the ambitious expansion of Nidec SYS GmbH. With around 130 employees, the company is one of the leading European players in the field of high-speed stamping and forming technology. [Read more…] about Nidec opens new facility in Germany

Swiss Steel’s wire solution enables ‘greater precision, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness in additive manufacturing’

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Swiss Steel Group and its subsidiary Ugitech, France say they are send a “strong message” with their latest innovation in the field of additive manufacturing: the UGIWAM wire, a cutting-edge solution for additive manufacturing by wire arc additive manufacturing (WAAM).


This advanced technology not only offers solutions for the precise manufacturing of components, but also provides custom alloys tailored to the specific requirements of various industries.

By combining its expertise in welding, wire drawing, and machining, Ugitech, a European leader in welding filler metals for stainless steel and alloys, offers a unique approach to additive manufacturing. [Read more…] about Swiss Steel’s wire solution enables ‘greater precision, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness in additive manufacturing’

CynLr brings object intelligence and vision of universal factories to UN summit on AI

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CynLr also opens new US center for business development

CynLr, a foundational technology building company in robotics and AI, is joining the United Nations AI for Good Global Summit 2025 to share its pioneering work in “object intelligence”, the technology stack that enables visual robots to intuitively learn to pick and handle even unknown objects without prior training, much like how human babies explore and manipulate objects.

CyRo is designed to handle unfamiliar objects and changing environments without needing to be pre-programmed for each new task.

CynLr’s work aims to lay the groundwork for “universal factories”, where decentralized micro factories can be programmatically repurposed to manufacture a wide range of products, supporting sustainable and personalized production. [Read more…] about CynLr brings object intelligence and vision of universal factories to UN summit on AI

Clean Cuts, Smarter Builds: How Laser Cutting Enhances Robotics and Automation

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Robotics and automation are only as precise as the tools that support them. As factories become smarter and systems more integrated, the need for ultra-accurate components continues to grow.

That’s where laser cutting steps in – not just as a tool, but as a foundational part of modern fabrication. Whether it’s shaping the housing of a robotic arm or customizing parts for industrial machines, laser cutting delivers speed, precision, and adaptability in ways that traditional methods often can’t match. [Read more…] about Clean Cuts, Smarter Builds: How Laser Cutting Enhances Robotics and Automation

Harnessing Deep Reinforcement Learning and Online Analyzers for Scalable Process Optimization in the Age of Sustainable Manufacturing

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The global shift towards sustainability, coupled with fluctuating raw material prices and intensified market competition, has transformed the landscape of industrial process optimization.

The imperative is clear: increase efficiency, minimize maintenance overhead, and reduce environmental impact – all while maintaining profitability.

To navigate this narrow operational corridor, modern industrial systems require a sophisticated combination of real-time analytical insight and intelligent, adaptive control. [Read more…] about Harnessing Deep Reinforcement Learning and Online Analyzers for Scalable Process Optimization in the Age of Sustainable Manufacturing

Comau partners with Roboze to develop on-demand manufacturing solutions

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Industrial automation specialist Comau and 3D printing expert Roboze have agreed a collaboration focused on meeting the market need for affordable automation in advanced, on-demand manufacturing applications.

The cooperation targets a range of sectors, from automotive and aerospace to energy, racing, and beyond.

The joint effort accelerates the availability of automation for advanced manufacturing everywhere, enabling true just-in-time production whenever and wherever it is needed.

This directly supports reshoring strategies and sustainable manufacturing models, allowing companies to optimize resources, minimize waste, and align with growing market expectations for low-impact, environmentally responsible production. [Read more…] about Comau partners with Roboze to develop on-demand manufacturing solutions

Comau to collaborate with multiple companies to develop on-demand manufacturing

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Comau has agreed to collaborate with multiple industry-leading companies, at an international level, addressing the need for affordable automation to drive advanced on-demand manufacturing applications.

The collaborations are aimed at numerous sectors, from automotive, naval and aerospace to energy, microfactories, mold & tooling, construction and beyond.

By accelerating automation for advanced manufacturing everywhere, Comau now delivers truly on-demand, just-in-time production when and where it is needed, fully supporting reshoring initiatives and sustainable manufacturing models. [Read more…] about Comau to collaborate with multiple companies to develop on-demand manufacturing

Omron’s Stuttgart Automation Center wins 2025 iF Design Award

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Omron has been awarded the 2025 iF Design Award for its newly opened Automation Center (ATC) in Stuttgart, Germany. The center, which opened in April 2025, serves as a collaborative facility where Omron works with customers to develop advanced manufacturing solutions.

This marks the second time Omron has received an iF Design Award for one of its permanent facilities. The first was awarded in 2021 for the company’s ATC in Tokyo.

Organized by the iF International Forum Design GmbH in Hannover, the iF Design Award is one of the most established international design competitions. [Read more…] about Omron’s Stuttgart Automation Center wins 2025 iF Design Award