Author Archives: Daniela

REALTIME ROBOTICS STRENGTHENS ITS RESOLVER PLATFORM WITH VISUAL COMPONENTS AND MELSOFT GEMINI SIMULATION FROM MITSUBISHI

By DanielaJuly 31, 2025REALTIME ROBOTICS STRENGTHENS ITS RESOLVER PLATFORM WITH VISUAL COMPONENTS AND MELSOFT GEMINI SIMULATION FROM MITSUBISHI3D Simulation, artificial intelligence, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Automatica 2025, automotive, Cycle Time Reduction, digital engineering, Digital Transformation, Industrial Automation, industrial ecosystem, industrial simulation, MELSOFT Gemini, Mitsubishi Electric, Offline Programming, optimization, PLC control, Realtime Robotics, Resolver, robotic cell design, robotic design, robotic planning, Robotics, ROBOTICS IS AN OPPORTUNITY, robots, Robots future, ROI, Siemens, smart manufacturing, software integration, Special Offers used robots, The 4th Industrial Revolution, used industrial robots, used of robots, used robots, validated layouts, Visual Components

Realtime Robotics, a leader in collision-free robotic motion planning, has announced two major new integrations for its Resolver platform: direct compatibility with the 3D simulation software Visual Components and with MELSOFT Gemini, Mitsubishi Electric’s simulation tool. Resolver is a cloud-based platform developed to automate the most tedious aspects of robotic cell design, such as path

AUTOMATED SANDWICHES? THE KR AGILUS HM TAKES HYGIENE AND SPEED TO THE NEXT LEVEL

By DanielaJuly 30, 2025AUTOMATED SANDWICHES? THE KR AGILUS HM TAKES HYGIENE AND SPEED TO THE NEXT LEVELActive8 Robots, automation, end-of-arm tools, factory efficiency, food industry, food-grade materials, Hygiene Standards, Industrial Innovation, KR AGILUS HM, KUKA, labor shortages, Operational Cost Reduction, quality control, Robotics, sandwich packaging, smart manufacturing, UK market, ultrasonic cutting

In a context where labor shortages and strict hygiene demands remain persistent challenges in the food industry, automation has become a key solution. A notable example is the collaboration between Active8 Robots and KUKA, which has revolutionized the sandwich packaging process in the UK through the integration of KR AGILUS HM robots. The British sandwich

MANUFACTURING ON WHEELS: SOJO INDUSTRIES REVOLUTIONISES INDUSTRY WITH $40 MILLION TO SCALE UP MOBILE PLANTS

By DanielaJuly 28, 2025MANUFACTURING ON WHEELS: SOJO INDUSTRIES REVOLUTIONISES INDUSTRY WITH $40 MILLION TO SCALE UP MOBILE PLANTS$40M Funding, Agile Supply Chains, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Beverage Packaging, Blockchain Transparency, Carbon Footprint Reduction, consumer goods, Cosmetics Industry, Decentralized Manufacturing, Flexible Logistics, Food Production, green technology, Industrial Innovation, industry 4.0, Industry Disruption, IoT, Manufacturing Startups, Mobile Manufacturing, On-site Production, Pet Products, Production Tech, real-time monitoring, Robotic Generation, S2G Investments, smart factory, Smart Packaging, Sojo Flight™, Sojo Industries, Sojo Shield™, Sustainable Manufacturing, The 4th Industrial Revolution, Used fanuc robots

Imagine a factory that doesn’t need to be built. One that can be installed within hours and operate right where it’s needed. That’s exactly what Sojo Industries, a U.S.-based startup, is achieving. They’ve just raised $40 million to bring their mobile production lines to more companies and industries. Their goal? To transform how we think

NEW IRB 1200: GREATER PRECISION

By DanielaJuly 25, 2025NEW IRB 1200: GREATER PRECISIONABB, ABB Robotics Expansion, AI integration, automation technology, cobot, collaborative robots, High-Speed Assembly, industrial robotics, IRB 1200, Lite+, local manufacturing, OmniCore, Pick-and-place, PoWa, precision engineering, Robot Control Systems, Robotics in China, Shanghai Factory, smart manufacturing, SME Automation

ABB has announced a major expansion of its industrial robotics portfolio in China, with a particular focus on the fast-growing market segment of small and medium-sized enterprises. The Swiss company introduced three new robot families—Lite+, PoWa, and an updated version of the IRB 1200—all designed to meet the increasing automation needs in industries such as

THE ROBOT BEHIND THE PRINTED FOOTWEAR: MODEL, CAPABILITIES AND OPERATION

By DanielaJuly 24, 2025UncategorizedABB Robotics, additive manufacturing, advanced robotics, Automated Production, automation in fashion, carbon emission reduction, circular fashion, Cloudboom Strike LS, footwear innovation, ForceControl, helical filament deposition, Industrial Automation, LightSpray technology, local manufacturing, On Running, performance footwear, precision engineering, robotic arm, robotic shoe manufacturing, RobotStudio®, seamless shoe upper, shoe prototyping, smart factory, sportswear technology, Sustainable Manufacturing, Swiss innovation, thermal fusing, TPU filament, TrueView vision, wearable tech, zero waste production

For the launch of its first LightSpray™ plant in Zurich, On partnered with ABB Robotics—a Swiss company renowned for its leadership in industrial automation. ABB developed a robotic arm specifically for this project, designed to fabricate the uppers of On’s footwear. While the exact model hasn’t been disclosed, it’s likely a six- or seven-axis robot,

THINKING OF AUTOMATING MATERIAL HANDLING? HERE’S WHAT YOU NEED TO CONSIDER

By DanielaJuly 23, 2025THINKING OF AUTOMATING MATERIAL HANDLING? HERE'S WHAT YOU NEED TO CONSIDER, UncategorizedABB robots, Automated Logistics, automation ROI, Automation solutions, Automation Strategy, collaborative robots, factory automation, Industrial Automation, industrial robotics, machine tending, Material Handling, Palletizing Robots, Pick-and-place, Production Efficiency, Robot Integration, robot safety standards, robotic grippers, robotic systems, smart manufacturing, vision systems

In today’s industrial environments, automation is no longer a luxury, but a necessity for staying competitive in terms of efficiency, safety, and cost. One of the areas with the greatest potential for improvement is material handling — from moving boxes and parts to feeding machines and palletizing products. However, before integrating a robot into your

PROTECTION OF ROBOTS AND ROBOT CELLS: KEYS TO ENSURING AUTOMATION SAFETY

By DanielaJuly 18, 20251 commentPROTECTION OF ROBOTS AND ROBOT CELLS: KEYS TO ENSURING AUTOMATION SAFETYANSI R15.06, Artificial Intelligence (AI), automation safety, CE marking, Cobots, collaborative robots, emergency stop, Functional Safety, human-robot interaction-, Industrial Automation, invest in robotics, IoT, ISO 10218, ISO 12100, ISO 13849, laser scanners, light curtains, lockout tagout, machine guarding, new industrial revolution 4.0, risk assessment, Robot Integration, robot protection, Robot Safety, Robotic Cell, Robotics, ROBOTICS IS AN OPPORTUNITY, ROI, safety compliance, safety fencing, safety protocols, safety standards, The 4th Industrial Revolution, Workplace safety

In the age of advanced automation, industrial robots have become indispensable players within production facilities. Their efficiency, precision, and ability to operate continuously are highly valued. Yet, with their growing presence comes a crucial responsibility: ensuring the safety of human operators who interact with these machines. Protecting robots and robotic cells is not merely about

MODULAR ROBOTS: TECHNICAL ADVANTAGES FOR SCALABLE PRODUCTION SYSTEMS

By DanielaJuly 17, 20258 commentsMODULAR ROBOTS: TECHNICAL ADVANTAGES FOR SCALABLE PRODUCTION SYSTEMSadaptive production, Artificial Intelligence (AI), automation innovation, automation systems, CAD/CAM software, Control systems, Cost reduction, digital manufacturing, electronics integration, engineering solutions, flexible manufacturing, Industrial Automation, invest in robotics, IoT, market adaptation, modular robotics, Modular Technology, new industrial revolution 4.0, production engineering, refurbished robots, robot design, robot maintenance, robotic arm, robotic customization, robotics training, scalable systems, sensor development, smart industry, SprutCAM

Modular robot design is revolutionizing industrial automation by offering unprecedented flexibility and efficiency. This approach allows factories to quickly adapt to shifting market demands, streamline their processes, and reduce operational costs. What’s driving the change? The ability to easily reconfigure modular robots enables them to take on different tasks, making it easier for production lines

ROBOGUIDE V10: IMMERSIVE SIMULATION AND ENHANCED PERFORMANCE FOR INDUSTRIAL ROBOTS

By DanielaJuly 16, 2025ROBOGUIDE V10: IMMERSIVE SIMULATION AND ENHANCED PERFORMANCE FOR INDUSTRIAL ROBOTS#DigitalTwin, 64BitArchitecture, Artificial Intelligence (AI), AutomationSoftware, AutomationTraining, CADIntegration, EngineeringTools, FactoryOfTheFuture, FANUCRobots, ImmersiveEngineering, Industrial Automation, IndustrialAutomation, NextGenAutomation, OfflineProgramming, ROBOGUIDEV10, RobotCellDesign, ROBOTICS IS AN OPPORTUNITY, robots, Robots future, RobotSimulation, RobotTutorials, ROI, SimulationLearning, smartmanufacturing, Special Offers used robots, TechInnovation, TechTransferFANUC, The 4th Industrial Revolution, use abb robots, Used fanuc robots, used industrial robots, used of robots, used robots, VirtualRealityRobotics, VRInEducation

FANUC America has released version 10 of its acclaimed robot simulation and offline programming software, ROBOGUIDE—marking a major turning point in industrial automation. This new version introduces substantial upgrades in performance, visual rendering, and user experience, reaffirming its role as an indispensable tool for designing, programming, and validating robotic cells in a fully immersive 3D

FANUC DIAGNOSTIC TOOLS: BASIC MASTERY FOR TECHNICIANS IN TRAINING

By DanielaJuly 15, 2025FANUC DIAGNOSTIC TOOLS: BASIC MASTERY FOR TECHNICIANS IN TRAININGautomation training, CNC troubleshooting, Dual Check Safety, Fanuc robots, Industrial Automation, industrial robotics, iPendant Touch, iRVision, maintenance tools, predictive maintenance, ROBOGUIDE, robot diagnostics, robot efficiency, robot programming, robotic simulation, robotic vision systems, ROBOTICS IS AN OPPORTUNITY, robots, Robots future, ROI, Special Offers used robots, The 4th Industrial Revolution, Used fanuc robots, used of robots, used robots

In the field of industrial automation, FANUC robots stand out as benchmarks of exceptional efficiency and precision. For technicians just beginning to work on the maintenance and diagnostics of these systems, understanding and utilizing the right tools is essential to ensure peak performance and reduce downtime. FANUC offers a wide array of advanced tools designed