More digitalization and automation
At the beginning of May, Maschinenfabrik Berthold Hermle opened its doors for an in-house exhibition and took the opportunity to present new automation and digitalization approaches.
read more...read more...3D vision sensor on the robot
With the 3D vision sensor from Fanuc, images can be taken during the movement of a robot to determine the gripping position. This "snap-in-motion" function saves time during fast gripping processes because the robot does not have to interrupt its movement to take a picture.
read more...Automated data analysis in real time
Data management: achieving the maximum
Automation can be used to get the most out of the Internet of Things. However, the entrepreneurial challenge is not the technology, but extracting the greatest possible value from the flood of data.
read more...From a mountain of paper to digital order
Digitalization is not just limited to production; other areas of the company are also affected. With the right operating resources, digitalization can also make the HR area more efficient.
read more...Inside the Smart Factory - Part 2
Artificial intelligence in the smart factory
Digitalization is the dominant topic in the manufacturing industry. At the same time, there is a great deal of uncertainty due to different definitions of terms and unclear demarcations. In the 2nd installment of our article series "Inside the Smart Factory": Why the thinking machine is an illusion.
read more...Operation of ultrasonic welding devices
Ultrasound separates and connects
The best processes and procedures are of little use if they are complicated to operate, the documentation is time-consuming or the connection to the automation technology is cumbersome. This also applies to ultrasonic welding and cut-off welding.
read more...Predictive maintenance also offline
The Icom.plus module enables predictive maintenance, and the user can decide how he wants to integrate the data obtained: from an offline version to connection to the Igus server for automatic spare parts ordering.
read more...Schunk increases use of AI
At the Hannover Messe, Schunk announced its cooperation with AnotherBrain, a specialist in artificial intelligence. By the beginning of 2020, the first autonomous gripping system is to be developed that enables independent handling without manual programming.
read more...Making service robots more intelligent
In the future, robots will be used as helpers in companies and households. To do this, however, they must be able to perceive and interpret their surroundings. Researchers at the University of Bayreuth have found a solution to this problem.
read more...Rutronik: Distribution agreement with Wilk Elektronik
Rutronik is expanding its portfolio to include products from Polish manufacturer Wilk Elektronik. The company manufactures memory products such as DRAM memory modules, memory cards, USB sticks and solid state drives (SSD).
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