With the Verispector from Marantz electronics, Axxeron Hesch electronics is investing in Automatic Optical Inspection (AOI) of THT (manually) assembled PCBs in its production facility in Neustadt. The major advantage of AOI is that defects can be detected early on the PCBs before they are fed through the solder wave.

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The Spacemouse Module from Megatron enables complex 3D movements with just one hand. The 3D joystick has been available with USB and serial interfaces for several years. Now the company is launching a version with a CANopen interface.

The smallest representatives of the servo compensating couplings, the miniature couplings, are designed to compensate for the offset or axial displacement of two axes or shafts.

Schaeffler will be launching series production of its efficient wheel hub drives for three customers in the compact municipal vehicle segment in the coming months.

Stow Robotics becomes Movu Robotics. The broad-based portfolio ensures simpler automation in the warehouse. It includes automated storage, picking and transportation of pallets, containers and articles.

The new Digital Source platform solves supply chain challenges with a digital inventory printed via Markforged's global 3D printer network.

Industrial assembly lines are diverse: some work with frequently changing product setups, while others are characterized by complex processes and a high need for coordination between workers and other experts.

Gedore from Remscheid presents a flexible storage option with the GED-Worker workshop trolley. Thanks to the pull-out drawers on both sides, users do not have to turn the trolley to access it.

Paul Horn is presenting an innovative extension for the Supermini system in the field of ultra-fine machining at EMO 2023. The system has been supplemented by a variant with an ultra-fine ground cutting surface.

Ronen Boneh took over the management of Elmo Motion Control, based in Petach-Tikva, Israel, on September 1, 2023.

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The testing machine manufacturer ZwickRoell is changing the legal form of its parent company from a stock corporation (AG) to a European stock corporation (SE).

Smooth generational change at the supplier of coding and marking systems: Company founder and Managing Director Eckhard Bluhm hands over the baton to his son Volker Bluhm.

United Grinding will be represented with a prominent stand at EMO Hannover 2023. There will be 16 machines on display, including several innovations as well as products and services from the Customer Care area.

Image processing expertise bundled under one roof: Matrix Vision and Balluff combine their expertise in the field of image processing and further expand their service portfolio.

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At EMO 2023, Open Mind will focus on turning, milling and the importance of CAM software and MES in networked production environments.

Together with Kuka, technology and automation developer Mairotec has launched a modular solution based on the LBR iisy cobot. The Mairo-Flex iisy enables a cost-effective, easy entry into automation - ideal for small and medium-sized companies.

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With Nexy, Steute Leantec has developed a radio-supported automatic material retrieval system that ensures a seamless flow of data and information in intralogistics and production.

At Motek, ebm-Papst will be presenting new drive solutions, such as the modular drive system, for automation in a new performance class.

Oerlikon Balzers, technology brand of the Oerlikon Group, will be presenting its latest solutions on the EMO trade fair stage. For example, the S3p coating Baliq Tisinos pro for hard machining up to 70 HRC will be presented for the first time. Other highlights include the carbon coating Balinit Mayura, the diamond coatings of the Baldia family and modern digital production and connectivity technologies.

At this year's Motek, ArtiMinds Robotics is showcasing a robot-based automation solution for the sensor-assisted assembly of flexible cables in connector housings.

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