In-depth articles on industrial robot manufacturers including ABB, KUKA, FANUC, Motoman, Kawasaki and more — specifications, comparisons and selection guides.
In the world of automation and robotics, KUKA is a brand known for excellence in robotic solutions. With a wide range of industrial robots, the company has positioned itself as a market leader by offering innovative technology for a multitude of applications in various industries. Industrial robots: The key to the future of manufacturing Today’s … Read more
An industrial pump manufacturer needed to improve the efficiency and quality of its grinding process, which was done manually with a power tool. The process was slow, inconsistent and required a lot of physical effort on the part of the operators. In addition, the noise and dust generated by the grinding process negatively affected the … Read more
European kitchen manufacturer Nobia has chosen ABB Robotics to provide robotic automation solutions for its new production facility in Jönköping, Sweden. ABB Robotics aims to help organisations transform their operations through adaptive automation and cutting-edge customised products. ABB Robotics will work with Nobia to enable rapid mass production of customised kitchens, meeting growing customer demand … Read more
Plus One Robotics, a provider of machine vision software and robotic package handling solutions, is using Yaskawa Motoman robots in customer induction and mixed depalletising programmes. FedEx Corp. has acquired twelve additional induction systems, adding to the four already in place at the FedEx Express Hub in Memphis, Tennessee. Plus One introduced mixed depalletising systems … Read more
ABB Robotics has expanded its range of large robots with four new models and 22 variants, offering more options, greater energy efficiency and higher performance. The new models, comprising the IRB 6710, IRB 6720, IRB 6730 and IRB 6740, are capable of handling weights between 150 and 310 kg and have a reach of between … Read more
To help its customers with more diverse automation applications, ABB has launched a new robotics ecosystem programme. The programme, in collaboration with a global network of partners, will enable end users and system integrators to easily access third-party innovations, such as certified peripheral equipment and software solutions. According to Andrea Cassoni, General Manager Global Business … Read more
Yaskawa America presented robotic automation solutions at Automate that improve production and enable smooth operation. Experts from Motoman Robotics and Drives & Motion Division discussed application requirements and provided inspiration for the shop floor. The demonstration showcases the GP12 robot, a high-speed induction work cell, which exhibits efficient robotic automation to meet order fulfilment demands. … Read more
With four new models and 22 variants, ABB Robotics is expanding its line of large robots with more options, wider coverage and better features. The IRB 6710, IRB 6720, IRB 6730 and IRB 6740 are new generation models suitable for payloads from 150 kg to 310 kg, with a reach from 2.5 m to 3.2 … Read more
In 2019, 50-year-old UK-based Mitre Plastics manufactured a high-volume brass insert part for an appliance manufacturer. Mitre Plastics asked an automation supplier to create a concept design using its FANUC ROBOSHOT -S220iB injection moulding machine to identify the manufacturing process. FANUC and Mitre Plastics worked together to create automated robotic merchandising for white goods. When FANUC … Read more
The Fanuc M-710iC/70 robot is a 6-axis industrial robot with a payload capacity of 70 kg and a reach of 2050 mm. It is an innovative model featuring a slim wrist, a rigid arm and a small footprint. It is suitable for a variety of applications such as handling, packaging, welding, assembly and dispensing. BENEFITS … Read more