Process optimization during robot operation

To optimize robot applications, teach points are readjusted manually. Robot operation must be interrupted for this. ArtiMinds now offers a solution for fully automatic optimization.
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To optimize robot applications, teach points are readjusted manually. Robot operation must be interrupted for this. ArtiMinds now offers a solution for fully automatic optimization.

Product marking with individual barcodes or data matrix codes, incremented serial numbers in plain text and logos during the extrusion process have become indispensable in the extrusion of pipes or profiles. The switch to a sustainable circular economy and traceability are placing increasing demands on marking.

A new, digital service guides technicians through production in a targeted manner and enables efficient and time-saving maintenance.
Higher-level control systems increase the efficiency of compressed air stations. The latest generation of devices monitor and control, and provide data for various applications.
When manufacturing battery cells, the utmost care and precision must be reconciled with competitive production. Careful handling of the sensitive cathodes, anodes, separators and pouch cells is crucial.

In machining production, tool magazines are actually always too small; some customers often want to use larger magazines for the tools than those available as standard. This is an aspect that Zorn Maschinenbau considered right from the start when designing the microone 5-axis machining center.

The BASF Group significantly increased sales and earnings in the 2021 financial year. "It was a strong and successful year for BASF," said Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors Dr. Martin Brudermüller, who presented the BASF Report 2021 together with CFO Dr. Hans-Ulrich Engel.

Nabtesco is investing in a third production site, doubling its production capacity to two million precision gearboxes per year by 2026.
... beats in the metalworking industry in Germany. Reason enough to focus on this topic in the current issue. A major topic is networking and digitalization, as in the report on Pitmatec Zerspanung in Ellwangen (from page 10), a young company that has been preparing its processes for Industry 4.

Industry needs to step on the gas when it comes to digital transformation. And fortunately, this is already happening in many places: according to IBM, 67% of manufacturing companies have accelerated their digital projects since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic - usually to improve their operational efficiency.