AUTOMATION

Automation

Interest in Robotic Automation for CNC Machine Shops Increasing

Have you considered how robots can be beneficial to your shop?
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Automation

Cobot Fleet Addresses Labor Shortage

An Ohio manufacturer deployed nine collaborative robots to improve and optimize the work environment, automating hard-to-staff tasks such as machine tending, assembly and product inspection.
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Automation

OnRobot's 3-Finger Gripper for Handling Range of Cylindrical Objects

OnRobot introduces compact, large-stroke 3FG15 three-finger gripper that handles a range of cylindrical objects.

Automation

Preparing Tool Grinding Machines for IoT

Internet of Things (IoT) doesn’t require scrapping existing tool grinding machines, but investing in new technology, such as communication networks and automation, is necessary. 

Workholding

Garant Xtric Vice Expands by 4 Base Lengths

Garant Xtric centering vice is provided with center jaw, gripper mounting holes and Endutec automation interface.

NEWS

World’s Largest ‘Cobot Hub’ Opens in Denmark

At a building site in Denmark, $36 million will be invested in the construction of a major collaborative robot (cobot) hub in the “cobot capital” of the world.

NEWS

Universal Robots Launches Leasing Program with DLL

The program will enable all types of manufacturers to quickly gain the benefits of collaborative robots without an upfront investment.

Automation

Is Leveraging the IoT Really 'Smart Manufacturing'?

The vulnerabilities exposed by many of the IoT’s smart manufacturing solutions should keep manufacturers on their toes. There are strategies they can put into place to protect their data and equipment.

NEWS

MachineMetrics Named Smart Manufacturing Company of the Year

IoT Breakthrough recognized the company for its ability to deliver tangible results in the form of significant productivity increases. 

Automation

Software Update Enhances Full Line of OB7 Collaborative Robots

The software update enhances OB7’s connectivity, allowing for efficient integration with other equipment and for easily accessible status monitoring, according to the company.