Efficiency optimization for robotics and... (www.computer-automation.de)
Partnership between Dassault Systèmes and Kuka
Dassault Systèmes has announced a partnership with Kuka. The common goal is to offer the manufacturing industry comprehensive solutions for the growing requirements in the fields of robotics and automation.
read more...Efficiency optimization for robotics and... (www.industrial-production.de)
Partnership between Dassault Systèmes and Kuka
Dassault Systèmes has announced a partnership with Kuka. The common goal is to offer the manufacturing industry comprehensive solutions for the growing requirements in the fields of robotics and automation.
read more...HS Automation and Kuka (www.industrial-production.de)
Robots for 3D printing of complex metal components
In order to meet the challenges of modern production in the metal industry, HS Automation has developed a modular automation cell for a new type of 3D metal printing. The laser welding process with a Kuka robot enables the economical and material-friendly production of complex metal parts - without any support structures.
read more...Mobile robotics from Kuka (www.industrial-production.de)
Production moves
The days of static production facilities and lines are over: at Logimat, visitors to the Kuka stand will be immersed in the world of mobile robotics.
read more...Kuka presents new KR Fortec (www.industrial-production.de)
Dynamic, cost-efficient and reliable
With the new KR Fortec, Kuka is launching an all-rounder on the market. The heavy-duty robot is energy-efficient and dynamic in handling applications.
read more...Nomination Products of the Year 2024 (www.industrial-production.de)
Kuka: Mairoflex iisy
With Mairoflex iisy, Kuka has launched a modular solution based on the LBR iisy cobot. The Mairoflex iisy enables a cost-effective, simple entry into automation - ideal for small and medium-sized companies. It has been nominated for the robotics category.
read more...Efficient metalworking (www.industrial-production.de)
Robot masters thick sheet metal welding
In Essen, Kuka presented robots in various payload classes that are capable of spot and TIG welding, MIG/MAG welding, laser and laser hybrid welding as well as friction stir welding (FSW).
read more...Robot assistant in the doctor's surgery (www.industrial-production.de)
KR 6 Agilus makes an impression on patients
Making a virtue out of necessity: This is the philosophy of Italian dentist and entrepreneur Giorgio Castagno. A Kuka robot cleans dental instruments in his practice - saving time and money and reducing the workload of the entire practice team.
read more...automatica 2023 (www.industrial-production.de)
Robots and system concepts from Kuka
Under the motto "Keep on Moving", Kuka Automation Group will be demonstrating in Munich from June 27 to 30 how robots and system concepts are evolving to sustainably shape a changing world.
read more...KR Fortec ultra (www.industrial-production.de)
Five new ones for heavy loads
The robots of the KR Fortec-Ultra family from Kuka work with heavy payloads of 480 to 800 kilograms. The new family consists of five robot variants - each of which is suitable for a specific application.
read more...Quality inspection with robots (www.polyformnext.de)
Simple cobot integration welcome
FMO Surface uses the LBR iisy to check data matrix codes for quality and completeness. Teaching the cobot is no problem even for employees without programming experience. There is also no fear of contact - everyone involved works hand in hand.
read more...Automated packaging (www.polyformnext.de)
Kuka robots pack 60 sandwiches per minute
Assembly line work has long since ceased to attract workers - and the sandwich industry in the UK is feeling the effects. A British system integrator has therefore developed an automated system with two KR Agilus HMs. These pack 50 to 60 sandwiches per minute.
read more...Kuka at the K 2022 (www.polyformnext.de)
3D printing, digitalization and dancing robots
Kuka will be presenting automation solutions for the plastics industry and software for easier robot integration at K 2022. The manufacturer also announced a special show cell.
read more...Fully automatic mixed palletizing (www.polyformnext.de)
Kuka ensures the right mix for Pepsi
The challenge of mixed palletizing: In the warehouse of the Pepsi branch in Jordan, a Kuka robot stacks soft drinks of different shapes and sizes onto the same pallet. Until 2016, the task was still performed manually by numerous employees.
read more...Quality assurance (www.industrial-production.de)
Inspection with robot and 3D scanner
Berghof Testing has developed a system consisting of 3D scanners and a Kuka KR Cybertech that inspects components at the end of assembly lines - without cameras.
read more...Car body construction (www.industrial-production.de)
Major order for Mercedes plant
Robot manufacturer Kuka was able to secure an important contract in the third quarter of last year.
read more...Quarterly figures Q3/2020 (www.industrial-production.de)
Kuka reports signs of recovery
At 752.4 million euros, Kuka's order intake was 20.4% higher than in the same period of the previous year. CEO Mohnen nevertheless warns of "challenging months".
read more...3D printer for concrete components (www.industrial-production.de)
Robots in construction
The start-up Aeditive has developed a process for 3D printing concrete components using robots. Kuka is researching the further automation of construction.
read more...Basic research into human-robot cooperation (www.industrial-production.de)
Psychosocial aspects under the microscope
Together with the Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF) and the German Sport University, Kuka is evaluating a robotic assistance system that supports the handling of heavy objects.
read more...Data communication (www.industrial-production.de)
Transferring information from the robot to the cloud
With the Kuka.DeviceConnector, robot data can be made available quickly and easily for various applications.
read more...Quarterly figures Q2/2020 (www.industrial-production.de)
Kuka with declining figures
Kuka is feeling the effects of the coronavirus pandemic, as the recently published figures for the second quarter of 2020 show. The project business continues to be particularly affected.
read more...Articulated arm robot (www.industrial-production.de)
New Scara models from Kuka
The new KR Scara robots from Kuka promise high repeat accuracy and short cycle times in a small space.
read more...Digital production (www.industrial-production.de)
Kuka and T-Systems cooperate
Kuka and T-Systems enter into a partnership. Together, they want to make companies fit for digitalization.
read more...Quarterly figures Q1/2020 (www.industrial-production.de)
Kuka reports losses due to Corona
The corona pandemic is causing a significant decline in order intake and sales at Kuka. The project business has been particularly hard hit.
read more...Medium payload robots (www.industrial-production.de)
High range with compact design
With the new KR Iontec product series, robotics and automation specialist Kuka offers a flexible robot in the medium payload class.
read more...Automated sample analysis (www.industrial-production.de)
Kuka robot sorts blood samples
A robotic system checks and sorts up to 3,000 blood samples a day at Aalborg University Hospital. This reduces the workload for employees and optimizes processes.
read more...Balance sheet (www.industrial-production.de)
Kuka is "back on track"
After three years, Kuka has returned to a positive free cash flow. According to CEO Peter Mohnen, the company is back on track, but is facing new obstacles due to the coronavirus.
read more...International Federation of Robotics (www.industrial-production.de)
Milton Guerry is the new IFR President
Milton Guerry from Schunk USA succeeds Steven Wyatt as the new President of the International Federation of Robotics. Wyatt was only appointed President in December 2019.
read more...Medical Robotics Challenge (www.industrial-production.de)
Five finalists for Kuka Innovation Award 2020
Research teams from all over the world applied for the Kuka "Medical Robotics Challenge". These five teams made it to the final of the 7th Kuka Innovation Award.
read more...E-mobility in logistics and facility services (www.industrial-production.de)
Intelligent charging technology
At LogiMAT, Kuka will be presenting the Carla_connect loading assistant, a floor cleaning robot and Swisslog with its software platform for warehouse management at the logistics trade fair.
read more...Robots (www.industrial-production.de)
For the medium load class
Kuka is launching a new range of robots for the medium payload class: the KR Iontec. The new robot follows on from the KR 60-3 and can be installed on the floor, on the wall or in an inclined position.
read more...Kuka quarterly figures (www.industrial-production.de)
Incoming orders and sales fall, EBIT rises
Kuka recorded a 16.7 percent decline in order intake in the third quarter (Q3/2019) compared to Q3/2018. However, earnings before interest and taxes improved significantly. The reason for this is Kuka's efficiency program.
read more...Machining of robot components (www.industrial-production.de)
Kuka's automated robot production
A high degree of automation supported by elements of Industry 4.0: A look at component machining at Kuka shows what future-oriented production looks like.
read more...The more robots, the more jobs (www.industrial-production.de)
Why we need digital factories
Total digitalization: things are becoming data, even in our factories. Companies are investing billions in AI. But why do we actually need I4.0? Two surprising answers from Heinrich Munz, Chief Digital Strategist at Kuka.
read more...1st Congress Modern Assembly (www.industrial-production.de)
85 participants discuss assembly concepts of the future
For the first time, the Modern Assembly Congress took place parallel to Motek and was very popular. 85 participants learned about the latest assembly technology and discussed future trends such as exoskeletons, human-robot collaboration, TSN and OPC UA.
read more...Kuka at the Motek (www.industrial-production.de)
Kuka pours again at Motek
From HRC and pick-and-place applications to ready2_use cells, intuitive operation with the new Smartpad and the networking of the manufacturing world: Kuka is presenting an excerpt from its portfolio at Motek.
read more...Human-robot collaboration (www.industrial-production.de)
Take it iisy!
A rosy future is predicted for human-robot collaboration. No wonder, as cobots relieve humans of all kinds of work. Kuka is also developing lightweight robots for HRC. The latest member: LBR iisy.
read more...Interchangeable gripper system for robots (www.industrial-production.de)
Robots build robots
While the assembly of robots used to be done by hand, robots are now taking over this task. Robot assembly at Kuka shows how this works and the role played by Zimmer Group grippers.
read more...Kuka at the Fachpack (www.industrial-production.de)
Palletizing becomes mobile
At Fachpack, Kuka will be showcasing the new ready2 palletize light application package for palletizing light goods. The complete solution can be dismantled and reassembled at another location within an hour.
read more...Automatica (www.industrial-production.de)
The triumph of human-robot collaboration
Human-robot interaction plays a central role at Automatica. It is clear that the future of human-machine collaboration is bright.
read more...Cooperation with Korea (www.industrial-production.de)
Kuka cooperates with Hyundai Heavy Industries
Hyundai Heavy Industries and Kuka enter into a strategic partnership. Ki-sun Chung, Senior Vice President of Hyundai Heavy Industries Holdings, Dr. Till Reuter, CEO of Kuka, and Stefan Lampa, CEO of Kuka Industries, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding.
read more...Automation (www.polyformnext.de)
Small robots for the cleanroom
In plastics technology, production steps in clean rooms are on the increase, and not just in the field of pharmaceutical technology. Accordingly, suitable automation systems are also required for this.
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