ROBOTIC TECHNOLOGY AT KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN (KFC) MEETS SOCIAL DISTANCING

A robotic arm preparing fast food at a KFC franchise

Robot-prepared foods have been around for many years, but haven’t been as successful as investors expected. Given that the current pandemic situation mandates social distancing and personal hygiene practices, KFC has implemented a new way of contactless food serving. As COVID-19 infections increase, implementing a solution that promotes social distancing makes the idea of robotic … Read more

3 Benefits of Implementing Automated Material Handling Systems

Let’s go over some interesting statistics regarding automated material handling systems (AMH): The global AMH market is expected to reach USD 101 million by 2025 According to a new forecast by Global Markets Insight, the industry will surpass currently accounts for 5.5% CAGR The ongoing pandemic has increased the demand for automated, human-less material handling … Read more

ABB 3D ROBOTIC INSPECTION CELL (3DQI)

An ABB 3D robotic inspection cell working in a factory

ABB has introduced the 3D Quality Inspection System (3DQI) recently, a quality control unit that can detect even the smallest errors with high precision. ABB brings 3D applications and artificial vision together to increase productivity in quality control. ABB’s new 3D Robot Quality Inspection unit facilitates measurement and reduces time taken by providing fast and … Read more

APPLYING ADHESIVES AND SEALANTS TO THE VEHICLE BODY WITH KUKA ROBOTS

Fast moving robots working in an automotive assembly line

Sustainable and efficient production is vital for the automotive industry. Two crucial aspects of this in an automotive assembly line are gluing and sealing technologies, as they bond various materials during the bodywork manufacturing process.  KUKA’s sensitive automation solution provides important corrosion protection and ensures a slick vehicle body, such as at Mercedes-Benz. KUKA’s Sealant … Read more

BENEFITS OF ROBOTIC PROCESS AUTOMATION (RPA)

An illustration of robotic arm showing thumbs up

The increase in automation in industrial operations across the board has allowed factories to surpass production goals and benefit from high yields. It has also enabled them to guarantee quality products. Most processes can be partially or fully automated, combining the benefits of human labour and robotic equipment. Manufacturing companies can reap the benefits of … Read more

DO INDUSTRIAL ROBOTS OVERHEAT DURING OPERATION?

A concept of deploying robotic application in factories

Many companies still have concerns about overheating in industrial robots. Currently, robotic equipment manufacturers are working hard to integrate components in order to solve this issue. In fact, the solution was discovered years ago.  A research team from Saarland University conducted research on an early detection system for industrial assembly, handling and packaging processes in … Read more

PRESS AUTOMATION WITH THE NEW ABB IRB 760 PT

Various robots assembling a car’s structure

ABB—a leader in robotic automation—has recently introduced a new solution for press care: the IRB 760PT. This robot has expanded upon the feature set and range of the previous model, the IRB 760.  IRB 760PT is a flexible press maintenance solution for press automation applications in the automotive industry. Compared to other robot-based press automation … Read more

THE STYLE AND PRECISION OF SEWING IN THE AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY YASKAWA MOTOMAN GP7 RoQom 6000 SYSTEM

A YASKAWA MOTOMAN GP7 RoQom 6000 SYSTEM deployed in a sewing factory

The results of robotic automation have proven their efficiency in all kinds of fields, leading to an increase in operational flexibility and rapid adaptation in a global market. In today’s market, meeting customer requirements for high-quality products and new and innovative solutions in the automotive industry is more important than ever.  History of the KMF … Read more

5 Benefits of Deploying Welding Robots in Your Factory

A precise welding robot arm

The global robotic welding market was valued at around five billion dollars in 2018, but is projected to grow at a CAGR of 8.7%, reaching ten billion dollars by 2026! These numbers are significant, and so is the impact of robotic welding applications on industrial processes across the board. Technological advancements have improved various manufacturing procedures, such … Read more