Robot integration for industrial automation projects involving cell design, programming, tooling, safety systems and production line adaptation. Technical articles, application insights and integration guidance from URT.
Robotic CNC machine tending is one of the most common entry points into industrial automation for machining operations — and one of the most frequently misexecuted. The technical side of CNC machine tending is well understood: a robot loads a blank into the machine, the CNC runs its cutting cycle, the robot extracts the finished … Read more
Refurbished robot compatibility with existing automation systems is one of the most frequently underestimated aspects of a used robot purchase. According to the International Federation of Robotics, integration complexity — not robot performance — is the primary reason robotic automation projects run over budget or past their commissioning timeline. The mechanical condition of the robot … Read more
In many workshops, the same dilemma repeats itself: should you buy a new robot or modernize the one already installed? With advances in controllers, sensors, software, and mechatronics, older robots can be brought back to life effectively. The key is knowing when refurbishment makes sense— and when it’s time to replace. Why consider modernization? A … Read more
Collaborative robotics has positioned itself as an attractive solution for many industries: promises of safety, flexibility, fast deployment, and the ability to work side by side with operators. However, on the shop floor a critical and completely legitimate question arises: How do I know if my process can truly become collaborative without sacrificing safety, production … Read more
Modern agriculture faces a major challenge: producing more with fewer workers and with rising operational costs. Automation is no longer a luxury—it is a necessity. However, many medium and small farmers still believe robotic technology is beyond their reach. The reality is very different: refurbished industrial robots are opening a new era in precision agriculture, … Read more
Replacing a CNC machine with a robotic milling cell is not a simple upgrade decision. It is a strategic one. The financial case depends heavily on which specific costs and benefits are included in the calculation — and many standard ROI comparisons leave out the variables that most often determine whether the investment makes sense. … Read more
In many automation projects, the real bottleneck is not hardware selection or mechanical integration. It is robot programming. Fine adjustments, repeated trials, last-minute changes, and dependencies with PLCs, vision systems, fixtures, and operators often extend commissioning far beyond the original plan. For engineering and production managers, the practical question is not simply how to program … Read more
Motoman MH24-10 welding applications are possible — but the robot needs to be understood correctly before it is specified for a welding cell. That is the first thing any engineer evaluating it for a welding application needs to understand — and it is the starting point for an honest assessment of where this robot delivers … Read more
When companies ask about robotic welding cost, they usually mean the price of the robot itself. That is a natural starting point — but it captures only 25 to 35 percent of the real investment. The remaining 65 to 75 percent goes to everything that makes the robot actually weld: integration, welding equipment, programming, training, … Read more
The ABB IRB 1300 is one of ABB’s most capable compact 6-axis robots for high-speed, precision applications. It is designed specifically for environments where floor space is at a premium, cycle time matters, and the application requires both speed and path accuracy — electronics assembly, machine tending, polishing, inspection, and testing. This article covers the … Read more