
Handling large components
The "One Screw System" (TOS) from automation specialist Tünkers is a modular gripper system which, in the TOS 002 double profile version, is particularly suitable for heavy and large components in automotive production.
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The "One Screw System" (TOS) from automation specialist Tünkers is a modular gripper system which, in the TOS 002 double profile version, is particularly suitable for heavy and large components in automotive production.
The qualification requirements in the age of Industry 4.0 are increasing. Teaching complex interrelationships places new demands on training. Above all, sound knowledge of robotics and automation is essential. Karlsruhe University of Applied Sciences is preparing future engineers to meet these requirements.
Inside the Smart Factory - Part 4
Branch office for DACH and Benelux
The young robotics company OnRobot has opened its first office in Germany. With the branch in Soest, North Rhine-Westphalia, the new General Manager Björn Milsch is further expanding OnRobot's presence in the DACH and Benelux markets.

The electronics developer and time-of-flight specialist Becom Systems has presented an embedded multi-ToF solution. The multi-ToF platform for several ToF sensors working in parallel with a central computing unit is based on the deep learning-capable Nvidia Jetson TX2 module with Nvidia Pascal GPU as well as dual-core Nvidia Denver 2 and quad-core ARM Cortex-A5 CPU.

Robotics and the topic of safety are more topical than ever. Mitsubishi Electric offers various new relevant safety functions such as the Melfa-Safe-Plus II safety option.

In control and regulation technology, drive trains are being designed ever smaller. The drive specialist Enemac has various miniature couplings in its range for this purpose. Depending on the application, the focus is on different coupling attributes.
Automation Anywhere brings a digital worker ecosystem to the market. With digital personas that have task-oriented, cognitive and analytical skills to automate repetitive tasks, companies can expand their workforce.

Seigo Kinugawa has been CEO of Omron's industrial automation business in the EMEA region since April 1. He succeeds Hiroyuki Usui, who is retiring.

The handling editorial team is presenting the "handling award" for the sixth time. Companies or individuals can submit their applications online until June 19.