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EU countries invest heavily in robotics
There is a strong increase in demand for industrial robots in Europe: the 27 member states of the European Union installed around 72,000 units in 2022 - an increase of six percent compared to the previous year. These are preliminary figures published by the International Federation of Robotics (IFR).
read more...VDMA expects robotics to reach all-time high
Robotics and automation in Germany is on track for another record: the industry is forecasting an increase in turnover of 13% to 16.2 billion euros in 2023. In 2022, companies already recorded an increase in turnover of five percent to 14.3 billion euros.
read more...Altair has published the results of an independent survey that shows a high level of acceptance of digital twin applications in the automotive industry. Furthermore, the use of these technologies is expected to increase as a means of achieving sustainability goals.
read more...Formnext has adapted its conference concept to the increasing demand for more knowledge transfer and, from 2023 onwards, will simultaneously focus on current and future applications, technologies and relevant metatrends on three stages. Interested users can now apply to Formnext with their contributions by June 30.
read more...Yamaha will be bringing pioneering products and new application examples to Automatica 2023, such as the assembly of battery cells for electric cars.
read more...For industrial robots, 3DP Maven offers a 3D-printed gripper that has been tested to 500,000 cycles at 4 bar and has achieved validation suitable for the automotive sector. With the same technical possibilities, this 3D-printed gripper is four times cheaper than conventionally manufactured complex grippers.
read more...AGVs and AMRs are increasingly finding their way into production facilities. The mobile helpers need to be integrated into IT and automation systems.
read more...At a meeting, the Supervisory Board of Schaeffler appointed Sascha Zaps (48) as a member of the Board of Managing Directors of Schaeffler and as the new Chief Industrial Officer with effect from May 1, 2024.
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With the K30 Pro Optical Sensor, Turck presents a space and cost-efficient solution for applications that require both an optical sensor and a multicolor LED display.
read more...Short cycle times, robust technology, wear-free surfaces and compact designs have always been relevant for automation and robotics solutions. This year's Automatica trend topics include "Sustainable production" and "Digitalization and AI". SPN aims to meet these extensive requirements for gear technology in the most space-saving way possible and precisely tailored to the needs of its customers.
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