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,
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
In the age of automation, collaborative robots—commonly known as “cobots”—have become indispensable allies in the industrial sector. FANUC, a global leader in robotic solutions, has developed a specialized range of cobots tailored for stacking and palletizing tasks. These innovations are reshaping industrial processes and significantly enhancing operational efficiency. Among FANUC’s standout cobots is the CRX-25iA,
The construction industry, historically characterized by high accident rates and slow manual processes, is undergoing a transformation thanks to the incorporation of advanced automation and robotics technologies. In this context, Kawasaki robots have emerged as an innovative solution, capable of optimizing productivity and significantly improving safety on construction sites. Integration of Robotics in Construction The
Automation in the food industry has grown significantly in recent years, with a particular focus on the integration of industrial robots. One of the key players in this transformation is the Motoman series of robots from Yaskawa Electric Corp. This article explores the demand and expansion of Motoman robots in the food industry in Latin
In the world of automation and robotics, autonomous industrial robots have become an essential tool to improve productivity and efficiency in various industries. These incredible devices are designed to carry out complex tasks independently, without the need for direct human intervention. Leading companies such as FANUC, KUKA, ABB and Yaskawa Motoman have developed a wide
Collaborative robots, also known as cobots, are automation tools that work in collaboration with humans. Due to their ease of use, low cost and high precision, they are becoming increasingly popular in different sectors. In education, cobots are being used to teach students programming and robotics skills in an interactive way. For example, the Dobot
In an innovative move, the industrial technology giant ABB recently acquired SevenSense, a leading startup specialized in AI-powered robotic navigation. This acquisition marks an important milestone in the field of robotics and automation, as ABB intends to leverage the cutting-edge technology of SevenSense to further improve its own offering in the market. In this article
Industrial robotics is a branch of engineering that deals with the design, construction, operation and application of robots to perform tasks in various productive sectors, such as manufacturing, construction, agriculture, mining, logistics, etc. Industrial robots are programmable machines that can manipulate objects, tools and materials, following previously defined instructions. One of the leading manufacturers of
SCARA robots (Selective Compliance Assembly Robot Arm) are robotic arms that are characterised by four degrees of freedom and high precision and speed of movement. These robots are ideal for assembly, handling, packaging and sorting of small and light parts. ABB, a leading industrial robotics company, has launched the new SCARA IRB 930 robot, which
