Plug in and off you go
At the Hannover Messe, Universal Robots (UR) will be using application examples to demonstrate how simple and flexible automation solutions can be implemented using plug-and-produce.
read more...read more...Combating the skills shortage with cobots
Plastic injection molding manufacturer PMC is tackling the shortage of skilled workers and productivity pressure with the smart Cobot Saywer from Rethink. The robot takes over monotonous tasks, relieves employees and increases productivity.
read more...Improved joints for Delta robots
Belden Universal introduces major improvements to its joints for pick-and-place applications (Delta robots).
read more...Automated material flow with Soto
Relief in the warehouse
Magazino is presenting the Soto robot at Cemat. Using 3D camera technology, the mobile robot can pick up objects such as cartons or small load carriers (SLCs) completely autonomously from different heights, store them temporarily on the vehicle, navigate them to their destination and place them there with millimeter precision.
read more...Machine sees in three dimensions
In Hanover, Framos will be providing information on advances in machine vision, 3D technology and embedded vision as well as showcasing industry-specific solutions. The Intel Realsense product suite, for example, offers simple integration of 3D technology into machines.
read more...MiR at Cemat for the first time
Intralogistics on the hook
Mobile Industrial Robots (MiR) will have its own stand at Cemat for the first time this year. The focus will be on the flexibility and user-friendliness of MiR's mobile robot solutions.
read more...Three questions for... Frank Blase
Machine data is important for greater plant safety and efficient maintenance, says Frank Blase. The Managing Director of Igus tells us what innovations the motion plastics specialist will be presenting in Hanover and what potential there is in the field of tribo-plastics.
read more...New Industry 4.0 software platform
Yaskawa is presenting its Industry 4.0 concept i³-Mechatronics at the Hannover Messe. This integrative approach includes products such as robots, drive and control technology, as well as specially developed software solutions. The backbone of the concept is the newly developed Yaskawa Cockpit software platform.
read more...Pilz wants to grow further with robotics
Pilz continues to grow: In the 2017 financial year, the automation company increased its turnover to 338 million euros and the number of employees to a good 2,300. In 2018, the family-owned company is also focusing on a new, modular range for service robotics.
read more...Mechatronics for the future
From safe robots for HRC to compact tool changers and reliable connection solutions with higher mating cycles to production processes for new technical fabrics made from high-modulus fibers - at HMI, Stäubli will be showing how production processes can be efficiently designed at key interfaces to Industry 4.0.
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