In-depth articles on industrial robot manufacturers including ABB, KUKA, FANUC, Motoman, Kawasaki and more — specifications, comparisons and selection guides.
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
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 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
This innovation proposed by KUKA Robotics this time is aimed at the core of industrial robots. The KR C5 controller is based on the “micro” concept. Its design is made for small robots; it contains hardware compatible with future development and software advances. The KR C5 has a modular cabinet system, additional axis modules, central … Read more
At present, research on robotic solutions focuses on the application of assembly and packaging, to open new horizons for companies that are specifically dedicated to these tasks. Fanuc is one of the robotic automation companies that has expanded its Scara range with SR-12iA. This small structure robot has a load capacity of 12 kg and … Read more
In recent times, robotic technology has experienced major advancements in automation practices and artificial intelligence. Every day, we find new solutions for different manufacturing processes; the ease and versatility of which has achieved an extraordinary change in today’s market. Many of these solutions have been designed for the automotive industry, providing flexibility in different assembly … Read more
There is a growing need to find automation solutions that adapt quickly and flexibly to market changes. In many cases, the efficient use of space in the factory is paramount, especially in small parts assembly, material handling or testing processes. Kuka has integrated into its wide portfolio of robots a model that meets the above … Read more
The current situation in the world with the issue of the COVID-19 pandemic has been devastating for some companies; however, many other companies have managed to make use of robotic automation with optimal results. This is the case of the Metalcraft Ltd Hospital in Dorset (England) under the Bristol Maid brand. They are the ones … Read more
KUKA has a new compact, low-maintenance, high-precision, and small-size robot. With the new KR 4 AGILUS, KUKA this compact robotic model offers high performance at an excellent price. It is designed for the standard 600 x 600mm workspace and for multiple processing tasks in electronics manufacturing, as well as standard workspaces in other industries such … Read more
The application of paint in cars is one of the most delicate processes in the automotive industry, formerly this process was carried out with human labor, which required a lot of time, the vehicle had to go through this process twice where the first layer passed and then a second coat to go over. At … Read more