Machine Tending is a term used in the industrial sector to describe the “care and attention of machines”. The metalworking industry, and more especially machining processes, is one of the industries with the highest demand for automated applications. These processes are repetitive and involve medium to long batches. As a result, companies want solutions that
The KUKA KR QUANTEC PA robot presents the second version of this much faster palletising robot with shorter cycle times. The robot grips cleanly and is a great advantage for the food industry, thanks to its load capacity of up to 240 kilograms and its version with NSF H1 food lubricants. The KR QUANTEC PA
FANUC’s R-2000iC/190S 6-axis articulated arm robot is designed to overcome obstacles in precision applications such as direct component manufacturing. While the use of robots for milling applications is not new, most current solutions focus on workpiece materials such as plastic and resin. The R-2000iC/190S, on the other hand, allows users to mill more difficult materials
Paint robots fine-tune the spraying of paint or adhesives, bringing clear benefits. The long-term use of robotic automation helps industries save on materials and costs by establishing a safer working environment and delivering consistent end quality. A slim-arm, compact robot design with high speed and six axes is perfect for a successful paint application. Product
The problems experienced by manufacturers over the last year and a half have taught us a lot. Many lessons were learned, ranging from the need for supply chain resilience to the usefulness of remote monitoring. When you include changing customer expectations and ongoing technological advances, you have a wealth of data to sort through and
Maintenance of industrial robots is critical to ensure they work as intended for as long as possible. If your company has robots or you are considering adding them as soon as possible, understanding which maintenance practices to employ can help you get the most out of your investment. Dismantling a robot simply because it is
Yaskawa Corporation has created an industrial robot with artificial intelligence. The robot determines the colour and shape of the object before transporting it to its proper location. Yaskawa is adapting to the changing needs of different industries, including the automotive industry and parts production. Due to the influence of the Corona pandemic, “touching” has become
Line designers can now use one machine to perform multiple operations thanks to robots that are highly flexible and provide fast multi-tooling. The need to increase the efficiency of the production cells to obtain the largest number of operations in the smallest space. Plants in established car-producing countries cannot simply decide to increase their footprint.
Following a successful trial phase, FANUC is expanding its FANUC Assisted Reality (FAR) digital remote service and will start offering FAR as part of its regular service package on April 1, 2022. It is an augmented reality application that enables FANUC customers get remote support. It enables service engineers to diagnose faults using real-time video
In the coming years, there will be an increase in the number of industrial robots installed around the world. Automated 3D vision is an emerging trend in robotic work cells. The robot can use this technology to determine the location, size, depth, and color of an object. Logistics, food processing, life sciences and manufacturing are
