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HOW DOES ROBOTIC AUTOMATION AFFECT INDUSTRIAL CYBERSECURITY WHEN ROBOTS ARE CONNECTED TO CORPORATE NETWORKS OR THE CLOUD?

For a long time, industrial robots operated in isolated environments, disconnected from the rest of a company’s systems. Today, that reality has changed. The need for remote monitoring, production data collection, predictive maintenance and traceability has led to connecting robots to corporate networks and even cloud platforms. As a result, a relatively new concern has

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IS YOUR PROCESS TRULY READY FOR AUTOMATION WITH A REFURBISHED ROBOT?

The truth is that not every industrial task benefits from robotic automation—and even fewer are genuinely compatible with a refurbished robot. The key lies in understanding whether your process meets the fundamental technical conditions that professionals use to evaluate automation projects: aspects such as geometry, repeatability, production volume, accessibility, safety, and the overall stability of

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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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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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PREDICTIVE VS CORRECTIVE MAINTENANCE IN INDUSTRIAL ROBOTS

Industrial robots, like any machinery, require regular maintenance. But the key question is: do we act before a failure occurs or after it? Predictive maintenance redefines efficiency by anticipating breakdowns and optimising resources. Corrective: The Traditional Model Corrective maintenance takes place after a failure: when a servomotor stops, an axis loses calibration or a controller

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ABB IRB 1300: PRECISION AND SPEED IN ELECTRONIC ASSEMBLY

The electronics sector increasingly demands precision, speed and flexibility in production processes. From smartphones to automotive components, the miniaturisation of parts and the complexity of assemblies require technologies that surpass human limitations without compromising quality. In this context, the ABB IRB 1300 has established itself as a key industrial robot for high-demand electronic assembly, combining

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FANUC M-710iC/50: A Medium Payload Robot Serving Industrial Flexibility

In the world of industrial automation, medium-payload robots represent an ideal balance between strength and agility. Among them, the FANUC M-710iC/50 has established itself as a reliable solution for processes that demand precision, speed, and adaptability. Supported by URT, this model remains a competitive alternative for companies seeking to optimize their operations with a cost-effective

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NEW VS REFURBISHED ROBOTS: WHEN IS EACH OPTION APPROPRIATE?

In an increasingly competitive industrial landscape, the choice between purchasing a brand-new industrial robot or opting for a refurbished one has become a crucial consideration for many manufacturing plants. This decision not only impacts the initial investment, but also factors such as ongoing maintenance, technological integration, installation speed and the overall sustainability of the project.

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THE NEW CONCEPT OF THE RECONFIGURABLE FACTORY: HOW REFURBISHED ROBOTS CREATE ADAPTABLE AND MODULAR PRODUCTION LINES

For years, factories were designed as rigid systems: fixed lines, dedicated stations and layouts that barely changed for an entire decade. But the days of mass, stable production are now behind us. The new industrial economy demands flexibility, customisation and immediate responsiveness. Thus, the concept of the reconfigurable factory was born, where refurbished industrial robots

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