Dobot’s Nova Series collaborative robots were created especially for retail customers. They are capable of performing tasks including the preparation of coffee, mixed drinks, ice cream, noodles, fried chicken and even physical treatments. Two major obstacles facing the retail and service sectors are rising costs and labour shortages. The first two industrial robots in the
How can you convince management that using robots and automation to solve a production problem is the best option? When you show a quick return on investment based on financial metrics and benchmarks, you’re sure to get their attention. By working with the right automation supplier, you’ll be prepared to discuss both the financial benefits
Fanuc is showcasing new solutions for industry, including an enhanced ROBODRILL, the R-2000iC/190S high-precision machining robot, the ceiling-mounted SCARA SR-3iA/U robot and the latest iteration of the CR-35iB collaborative robot, demonstrating the company’s dedication to research and development. Tom Bouchier, managing director of Fanuc UK, says that technological innovation and a strong commitment to R&D
The vast majority of jobs still require manual programming, although new offline robot programming tools are evolving and becoming more widely used. The industry standard for CNC machine programming is to employ robust, easy-to-use offline software. As a result, overall manufacturing costs have been reduced, accuracy has improved, machine downtime has been reduced, more complex
The production of high-quality structural elements can undergo a revolution thanks to “robotic blacksmithing“. Metamorphic production combines the precision and control of machines and robotic systems with the gradual deformation of a blacksmith. A group of undergraduate students at Ohio State University demonstrated the fundamental idea of robotic blacksmithing, formally known as metamorphic manufacturing, in
The Graz University of Technology (TU Graz) in Austria is working on a project investigating the development of 3D printed concrete parts for construction. The project on additive manufacturing of concrete elements using robots (COEBRO) is investigating resource efficiency in the use of concrete with 3D printing. A multidisciplinary team of architects, engineers and materials
ABB has added to its Delta FlexPicker line of robots with the new IRB 365, a 5-axis robot with a payload capacity of up to 1.5 kg. Miniature packages and other packaged products such as biscuits, chocolates or small bottles, among others, can be handled with ease thanks to its speed of up to 120
A solid-state joining technique called friction stir welding creates full contact joints with exceptional integrity. There is no need for external filler materials, flux or shielding gases for friction stir welding. All in-process control and quality control is automated, the process is fully repeatable and machine controlled. How does it work? When two workpieces rotate
At an exhibition in Bilbao, Spain, ABB showcased its latest developments in robotics, drives and motors. BIEMH is the industry benchmark for digital technology and creative solutions for manufacturing. ABB‘s products are aimed at boosting productivity, flexibility and safety in industry. ABB demonstrated for the first time a robotic cell for 3D metal printing that
It can keep up with the ever-increasing quality demands on machined workpieces through the use of automation. At the same time, you maintain flexibility in the ever-shortening gaps between technical advances. Productivity gains will allow you to effectively combat the ongoing price slump, without sacrificing quality. Even the tightest deadlines can be met with ease
