Regal Rexnord Corporation (NYSE: RRX), a global leader in engineering and manufacturing solutions that power, transmit and control motion, has added two new models to its portfolio of Boston Gear™ Gen2 SS700 Series stainless steel worm gearboxes. The new sizes bring the full product lineup to seven. A larger output shaft bore expands the number…
Read More >>The GBX 10 Gigabit Ethernet Module provides safe and reliable data transmission for advanced automation ATI Industrial Automation (ATI) has developed the GBX 10 Gigabit Tool Changer Ethernet Module, designed to allow smart manufacturing processes to optimize performance and flexibility with timely, accurate communication. It excels in high-speed data and signal communication with vision, inspection,…
Read More >>WECO, a member of the Duravant’s Food Sorting and Handling Solutions group, introduces their new 360Tek optical sorter for blueberries at Global Produce and Floral Show booth C-3129 and Pack Expo booth S-2860. Separating product with fine defects, extraneous vegetable matter (EVM) and jumbo berries, this small, high-capacity sorter can inspect up to 8,000 lbs.…
Read More >>KUKA Robotics to Showcase Advanced Solutions for Packaging and Processing At Pack Expo International
Highlighting speed, versatility and flexibility for the packaging and processing industry, KUKA Robotics will feature four innovative robotics cells at PACK EXPO International, Nov. 3-6, at McCormick Place in Chicago, Illinois. The live cell demonstrations will include autonomous mobile robot (AMR) solutions for intralogistics, robotic palletizing/depalletizing, a robotic bottle capping operation and a food handling…
Read More >>The comprehensive RS selection of Banner sensors includes an array of sensing technologies — including photoelectric, laser, and radar — and can help improve the accuracy, productivity, uptime, and efficiency of almost any industrial automation application. RS, a trading brand of RS Group plc (LSE: RS1), a global provider of product and service solutions for…
Read More >>‘No Coding’ Robot Deployment Technology Simplifies Deployment By Kristian Hulgard, General Manager – Americas, OnRobot Collaborative automation — a term that encompasses collaborative robot (‘cobot’) and lightweight industrial robot arms and peripherals such as grippers — has transformed the way humans interact with robots. Manual packaging and palletizing tasks are ideal candidates for collaborative automation…
Read More >>Robot Controller Programming Simplifies Automation By Chris Caldwell is Product Manager at Yaskawa America Inc. – Motoman Robotics Division A critical component for increasing efficiency and improving quality for optimal profitability, robotic automation continues to permeate manufacturing and warehousing operations. This is especially true for assembly, picking, packing, palletizing, part transfer and machine tending tasks.…
Read More >>Today, ABB Robotics launched OmniCore™, an intelligent automation platform that is faster, more precise and more sustainable, to empower, enhance and futureproof businesses. The OmniCore platform, the result of more than $170 million of investment in next generation robotics, is a step change to a modular and futureproof control architecture that will enable the full…
Read More >>The Technology Empowering Today’s Workforce By Jorge Izquierdo, Vice President Market Development at PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies The packaging industry is experiencing a pivotal evolution, transitioning from automation and efficiency toward customization and deep data analysis. This transition underscores technological advancements and reflects a broader change and consumer expectations. As we…
Read More >>Sponsorships from PMMI member companies elevate student teams in FIRST Robotics Competitions. In an inspiring display of support for the next generation of innovators, members of PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, have joined forces to sponsor student teams in two FIRST Robotics Competitions — the FIRST Robotics Competition and FIRST Tech Challenge. These competitions provide high school students…
Read More >>Global robotics leaders Universal Robots (UR) and Mobile Industrial Robots (MiR), both Teradyne Robotics companies, will share headquarters to increase synergies and accelerate innovation within advanced robotics. Universal Robots, the Danish collaborative robot (cobot) company, and MiR, the Danish manufacturer of AMRs (autonomous mobile robots), today celebrated the Grand Opening of their new 215,000 sq. ft.…
Read More >>Automation Experts Apply Automotive Industry Knowledge in a Novel Way By Sam Hoff, Patti Engineering CEO and Scott Steele, President of SWS Consulting Robots have entered the mainstream of package production covering many routine material handling tasks including palletizing/depalletizing and warehouse automation. However, their potential goes far beyond these conventional roles. While the manufacturing labor…
Read More >>Packaging Companies Are Adopting 5.0 Industrial Robots at a Record Pace By Jeff Burnstein, President of the Association for Advancing Automation (A3) Robots designed to safely work alongside humans in a variety of situations have seen a significant rise in adoption rates in recent years. And today, the discussion around Industry 4.0 versus Industry 5.0…
Read More >>Continuing a global relationship that spans more than 20 years, eight-year KUKA Strategic Partner ENGEL, a leader in plastic injection molding machines, technologies and turnkey solutions, has become a KUKA Robotics System Partner. In its new relationship with KUKA, ENGEL will not only continue to incorporate KUKA robots as standard components in its injection molding…
Read More >>Recent developments are driving innovation. By Swapna Gawale, Project Manager at Towards Packaging The significance of packaging in the supply chain has transcended its traditional purpose, now encompassing critical aspects like environmental protection, product traceability, seamless item handling, efficient distribution and the potential to boost marketing campaigns. Last-mile delivery is also critical challenge in supply…
Read More >>The collaboration with NVIDIA adds the power of accelerated computing to robotics. The new AI capabilities will increase the application potential of Universal Robots while also powering enhanced functionality in the new MiR1200 Pallet Jack launching this week. Teradyne Robotics, which includes collaborative robot (cobot) company Universal Robots (UR) and autonomous mobile robot (AMR) company…
Read More >>HOW TO IMPLEMENT SMART TECHNOLOGIES AND CONTINUALLY OPTIMIZE OPERATIONS By Silvia Gonzalez, Director Product Management at Emerson Consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies use many types of equipment across their production lines and facilities. These machines can differ greatly based on age and original equipment manufacturer (OEM), making it a significant challenge to functionally integrate and…
Read More >>Siemens, Universal Robots, and Zivid Unveil Next-Generation Solution for Intra-Logistics Fulfillment
Siemens, Universal Robots (UR), and Zivid have joined forces to create a groundbreaking solution that streamlines warehouse automation and solves the persistent challenges of intra-logistics fulfillment tasks. The trio have been demonstrating this solution in recent trade shows and events, and will host a webinar titled “The Next-Generation Solution of Intra-Logistics Fulfillment” to showcase the…
Read More >>The new DeltaV Automation Platform adds SCADA, MES and operations management software technologies to promote smarter, safer, optimized and more sustainable operations. As part of its Boundless Automation™ vision for helping organizations deliver more seamless operations, global automation technology and software leader Emerson is evolving its DeltaV™ brand into the DeltaV Automation Platform. The newly expanded…
Read More >>ABB Robotics has announced its first Flexley Tug T702 autonomous mobile robot equipped with AI-based Visual SLAM navigation technology and the new AMR Studio software, enabling first-time robot users to easily program and operate entire fleets of mobile robots. The new capabilities simplify configuration and can reduce commissioning time by up to 20%, paving the…
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