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Robotic Process Automation (RPA) vs Intelligent Automation (IA). What’s the Difference?

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RPA and Intelligent Automation possess the potential to transform your company’s operations, improving effectiveness, output, and time-to-market.

Instead of displacing human workers, they aim to nurture a more efficient hybrid workforce that melds human skills with digital capabilities – a concept we refer to as “human+”.

This integrated strategy magnifies your organization’s human potential and delivers significant cost savings and time optimization. [Read more…] about Robotic Process Automation (RPA) vs Intelligent Automation (IA). What’s the Difference?

Universal Robots launches new software platform to make machine tending automation ‘faster, simpler and more flexible ’

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Universal Robots, the Danish manufacturer of collaborative robots (cobots), has unveiled a new brand-new, innovative software platform specifically developed for machine tending tasks.

The name is PolyScope X and through a new, customisable user interface, it will add new levels of flexibility to high mix, low volume machine tending automation.

With PolyScope X, machine shop operators can achieve changeover times of less than 10 minutes – far below what is possible today with any other software. [Read more…] about Universal Robots launches new software platform to make machine tending automation ‘faster, simpler and more flexible ’

Micropsi Industries makes its AI-powered robot controller hardware agnostic

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Micropsi Industries’ artificial intelligence-powered robot control software Mirai, which helps automate complex tasks too difficult or costly to automate with traditional programming, will soon be accessible for all robot users.

Previously compatible exclusively with Universal Robots and Fanuc robots, Mirai will be available for Kuka robots in early Q4, followed by other collaborative robots (cobots) and industrial robots as requested.

Using AI, Mirai generates robot movements directly and in real time. Robot skills (or specific tasks) are trained, not programmed, in a few days through human demonstration, without users needing programming or AI knowledge. [Read more…] about Micropsi Industries makes its AI-powered robot controller hardware agnostic

World’s most remote robot automates Amazon reforestation project

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A pilot project between ABB Robotics and US non-profit organization Junglekeepers is demonstrating the role Cloud computing technology can play in making reforestation faster, more efficient and scalable.

ABB Robotics is supporting Junglekeepers in their mission to protect 55,000 acres of Amazon rainforest and reverse deforestation.

In a first-of-its-kind demonstration, ABB’s cobot YuMi is automating planting tasks in a jungle laboratory, speeding the process and allowing Junglekeepers’ volunteers to focus their valuable time and resources on more impactful work. [Read more…] about World’s most remote robot automates Amazon reforestation project

5 Benefits of Artificial Intelligence for Business Growth

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Artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming more prevalent in solving business problems. Many believe AI can help transform businesses for the better by assisting brands to stay competitive and save time and money.

If you’re on the fence about testing AI tools for your business, here are some of the top reasons you may find it helpful. For instance, automation tools and streamlining mundane tasks enhance productivity and give employees more time to focus on what matters. But it does a lot more than that.

Keep reading to see if artificial intelligence can help you generate the growth you’re looking for. [Read more…] about 5 Benefits of Artificial Intelligence for Business Growth

Omron launches new collaborative robot with 20 kg payload

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New 20 kg payload collaborative robot levels the playing field between traditional industrial robot and cobot palletising

Omron recently launched their new TM20 collaborative  robot with a payload of 20kg, whilst keeping its small footprint and providing a reach of 1.3 meters, making the new cobot ideal for tasks such as palletising.

Recognising the potential of the TM20 and the new opportunities it could bring, Reeco a specialist in the manufacturer and delivery of a wide range of palletising solutions and an official UK solutions partner of Omron, where quick to adopt the TM20 and expand their palletising offering.

The new RB2000 palletiser is a 20kg payload, cost effective, market ready solution which makes end-of-line robotic automation attractive to producers of all sizes. [Read more…] about Omron launches new collaborative robot with 20 kg payload

The Rise of Industrial Robotics: Automating the Workplace

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Industrial robotics is fast becoming necessary in the workplace, offering countless advantages over traditional manual labor.

Robots are more efficient and accurate than humans, and they can also work longer hours without getting tired or needing to take breaks.

Likewise, robots can be programmed to carry out specific tasks with precision and speed that would otherwise be impossible for human workers to achieve. [Read more…] about The Rise of Industrial Robotics: Automating the Workplace

Techman launches new collaborative robot with ‘longest reach’

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Techman Robot has launched a new robot, giving the first opportunity to see the TM AI Cobot TM25S at the Automate Show.

The company says its “revolutionary” 25 kg payload collaborative robot joins TM Robot’s already impressive lineup and the TM AI Cobot S Series.

These innovative cobots set new benchmarks in the industry with their remarkable features and capabilities – the TM25S will be showcased for the first time at Automate 2023 in Detroit, Michigan, USA, from May 22–25, 2023. [Read more…] about Techman launches new collaborative robot with ‘longest reach’

Drives for speed in intralogistics: Faulhaber explains the importance of drive systems in warehouse robots

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Competitive intralogistics requires extensive automation, something that is inconceivable without micromotors. Drive systems from Faulhaber are used for their ability to perform during sorting, transporting and with robotics solutions.

Suitable transport structures in intralogistics are a prerequisite in all industries in order to be able to withstand competitive pressure in the future.

An increasing number of work steps involved in storing items in warehouses as well as retrieving these items and preparing them for dispatch are being taken over by automatic storage and retrieval machines, driverless transport systems and intelligent logistics robots. [Read more…] about Drives for speed in intralogistics: Faulhaber explains the importance of drive systems in warehouse robots

MIT scientists find new way to help robots handle fluids

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Researchers create new simulation tool for robots to manipulate complex fluids in a step towards helping robots more effortlessly assist with daily tasks that deal with liquids

Imagine you’re enjoying a picnic by a riverbank on a windy day. (Why you chose to do this on a windy day was your own poor decision).

A gust of wind accidentally catches your paper napkin and lands on the water’s surface, quickly drifting away from you. You grab a nearby stick and carefully agitate the water to retrieve it, creating a series of small waves.

These waves eventually push the napkin back towards the shore, so you grab it. In this scenario, the water acts as a medium for transmitting forces, enabling you to manipulate the position of the napkin without direct contact. [Read more…] about MIT scientists find new way to help robots handle fluids