THE ERA OF EDGE COMPUTING IN ROBOTIC CELLS: HOW IS IT TRANSFORMING AUTOMATION?

For decades, industrial robots relied on a centralized model in which all data was processed by a PLC or a main server. Today, thanks to edge computing, processing moves to the very edge of the system—closer to sensors, cameras, and actuators—allowing real‑time decision‑making without depending on the cloud. In other words, edge computing turns robotic

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HOW DO I KNOW WHEN TO STOP OPTIMIZING AND START PRODUCING?

Some projects never fail: Because they never start! They live in a permanent state of improvement. Every week, the system becomes a little better than before—slightly more precise, a bit more elegant. There’s always something to tweak, something to polish, something that “before we start real production” should be optimized. The robot moves. The simulation

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DOES AUTOMATION IMPROVE QUALITY… OR JUST MAKE THE SAME MISTAKE FASTER?

There’s an awkward moment in some automation projects when no one really wants to look too closely at the first batches. The parts come out quickly. The robot never stops. Productivity indicators look great. And yet… something feels off. The defect that used to appear sporadically now shows up with impeccable regularity. There’s no debate:

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NEW ROBOTS IN MANUFACTURING STARTUPS: THE FAST TRACK TO AUTOMATION

For years, industrial robotics seemed reserved for large corporations with massive budgets. Today, that reality has changed. Advances in technology, easier programming, and flexible financing have made automation accessible even to manufacturing startups from their earliest stages. According to the International Federation of Robotics (IFR), over 30% of new industrial robot installations in 2024 were

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INTEGRATING COLLABORATIVE SAFETY IN HYBRID LINES: CHALLENGES AND BEST PRACTICES

In the modern factory, the best of two worlds comes together: the robustness of traditional industrial robots and the flexibility of collaborative robots, or cobots. This fusion—a hybrid human-robot line—offers great advantages but also raises critical challenges: safety, ergonomics, production flow, and adaptability to change. For brands like KUKA, ABB, or FANUC, which you manage

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REFURBISHED ROBOTS VS. NEW ROBOTS: WHEN TO CHOOSE EACH ONE?

In today’s industrial market, both new and refurbished robots have a legitimate and distinct role within automation strategies. Neither option is universally better; instead, each suits particular technical, operational, and financial requirements. The right decision shouldn’t be based on personal preference, but should come from a careful, comparative analysis that takes into account measurable criteria

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POLISHING, AND FINISHING PROCESSES: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE INTEGRATION

In the industrial sector, sanding, polishing, and surface finishing might seem like straightforward tasks, but they actually involve a significant level of technical complexity. Each piece requires consistent pressure, precise motions, a uniform rhythm, and an attentive approach to detail—qualities that are difficult to maintain manually over many hours of work. This is where an

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THE 5 SIGNS THAT YOUR MIG/MAG WELDING IS READY FOR AUTOMATION

MIG/MAG welding is one of the most widely used manufacturing processes, but when performed manually it often leads to significant variation. Deciding to automate is not just about bringing new technology into the factory – it’s about determining whether your process is technically and operationally ready for a robot to deliver real, tangible improvements. There

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WHAT SPECIFIC IMPROVEMENTS WOULD WE SEE IN EFFICIENCY, QUALITY, OR COSTS WITH THE INTEGRATION OF A ROBOTIC SOLUTION?

The integration of a robotic welding solution does not simply replace manual labor, but transforms the entire production process. The benefits are mainly reflected in three key areas, which are constantly monitored by the industry: production efficiency, weld quality, and operating costs per part. These improvements are recognized worldwide and proven by the actual performance

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MOTOMAN MH24-10 “HIGH SPEED”: AN EFFICIENT ALTERNATIVE FOR AUTOMATED WELDING

In the robotics industry, the Motoman MH24 is a six-axis articulated robot designed for high-speed tasks such as material handling, general operations, and other precision applications. While it is not a welding-specific robot like some models in Yaskawa’s AR series, its combination of speed, rigidity, and path accuracy makes it a viable option for welding

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