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Cobot pioneer Østergaard starts new chapter at REInvest Robotics
If you had the financial freedom to do what you want in life, what would you choose to do? Esben Østergaard started asking himself that very question late in 2018. He had helped grow the nascent collaborative robotics market by founding Universal … [Read More...] about Cobot pioneer Østergaard starts new chapter at REInvest Robotics
New Scale Robotics earns UR+ certification for gripper and mount
New Scale Robotics, which develops smart automation tools for flexible manufacturing operations, announced today that two of its products have received UR+ certification from Universal Robots. The NSR-PG-10-20-URe Gripper/Caliper and NSR-MTM-3-URe … [Read More...] about New Scale Robotics earns UR+ certification for gripper and mount
ATI adds AOV-10 Axially-Compliant Orbital Sander
ATI Industrial Automation has introduced the AOV-10 Axially-Compliant Orbital Sander that is designed for robotic surface preparation and finishing. With built-in compliance, the AOV-10 is well-suited for many robotic applications. A … [Read More...] about ATI adds AOV-10 Axially-Compliant Orbital Sander
Gecko Single Pad gripper from OnRobot designed for smaller applications
OnRobot A/S today announced the release of its Gecko Single Pad gripper, a smaller version of the company's innovative end effector for collaborative robotics applications. Unlike other adhesive grippers, which often use suction, OnRobot said its … [Read More...] about Gecko Single Pad gripper from OnRobot designed for smaller applications
Force torque sensor shines in robotic glass polishing
Saint-Gobain’s plant in Sully-sur-Loire, France, focuses on glass production for the military and aeronautical industries, as well as civilian markets. It was founded in 1665 under King Louis XIV’s reign. Now a global company, it employs more than … [Read More...] about Force torque sensor shines in robotic glass polishing
How AI-powered cobots can improve production
Ongoing advances in artificial intelligence have enabled collaborative robot arms to precisely execute tasks in dynamically changing workspaces, enabling operations to run more smoothly, efficiently, and productively. This webinar will define AI and … [Read More...] about How AI-powered cobots can improve production
Geek+ opens San Diego office, announces U.S. executives
Beijing-based Geek+ Inc. yesterday announced that it has opened a new office in San Diego, marking the launch of its operations in North America. Geek+ Americas will manage robotic warehouse and smart-factory projects. New leaders bring robotics … [Read More...] about Geek+ opens San Diego office, announces U.S. executives
OTTO Motors to begin offering autonomous mobile robots in Japan
Mobile robot supplier OTTO Motors last week announced plans to enter the Japanese market in its first expansion outside of North America. The industrial division of Clearpath Robotics Inc. develops self-driving vehicles for materials transport within … [Read More...] about OTTO Motors to begin offering autonomous mobile robots in Japan
Digital Issue: Robotic grippers and end-of-arm tooling
The latest downloadable issue of The Robot Report is now available. The special section is dedicated to robotic grippers and other end-of-arm tooling. It appeared in the February 2020 print issue of Design World, sibling publication … [Read More...] about Digital Issue: Robotic grippers and end-of-arm tooling
igus kit optimizes cable protection for any cobot arm
Large and midsize corporations alike are becoming more interested in automating tedious and repetitive tasks. However, most manufacturing and assembly processes still require some human interaction. As a result, collaborative robot arms will account … [Read More...] about igus kit optimizes cable protection for any cobot arm
MiR, Universal Robots opening $36M ‘cobot hub’ in Denmark
Mobile Industrial Robots (MiR) and Universal Robots (UR), along with their US-based parent company Teradyne, are investing $36 million into the construction of a "cobot hub" in Odense, Denmark. Both MiR and UR are based in Odense, which the companies … [Read More...] about MiR, Universal Robots opening $36M ‘cobot hub’ in Denmark
Productive Robotics OB7 cobots receive software update
Productive Robotics, a Santa Barbara, Calif.-based developer of collaborative robot arms, launched a software update for its line of OB7 cobots. The software update enhances the connectivity features of the OB7 cobots. The company said the updates … [Read More...] about Productive Robotics OB7 cobots receive software update
TE Connectivity launches torque sensor for cobots
To address the growing demand for safe collaborative robots in manufacturing, TE Connectivity (TE) has designed a safety torque sensor with integrated and improved functional safety, including increased accuracy and speed, in the next generation of … [Read More...] about TE Connectivity launches torque sensor for cobots
Universal Robots demoing miniPAL cobot palletizer at ATX West
Universal Robots (UR) will be debuting new collaborative robot solutions for palletizing, metrology and machine tending at ATX West in Anaheim, CA, Feb. 11-13. UR's booth (4815) feature the new miniPAL mobile palletizer, which is a new product … [Read More...] about Universal Robots demoing miniPAL cobot palletizer at ATX West
Understanding processes, workforce key to deploying automation
There has been much written about the benefits automation can unlock for businesses. But too often businesses think they need to jump in at the deep end and deploy automation right away, hoping it will solve the problems they are experiencing. But … [Read More...] about Understanding processes, workforce key to deploying automation
RoboBusiness call for speakers opens
WTWH Media today announced the call for presentations for the RoboBusiness conference and exposition is now open. The event will be on June 22-24, 2020, at the San Jose Convention Center. Speaker proposals must be submitted by Feb. 28, … [Read More...] about RoboBusiness call for speakers opens
Flexible gripper helps automate pin stamping application
Tomenson Machine Works is a third-generation, family-owned manufacturer of precision hydraulic manifolds used in a variety of machinery across the agricultural, mining, and construction industries. Founded in 1977 by Thomas Roake, the Chicago-based … [Read More...] about Flexible gripper helps automate pin stamping application
Universal Robots launches cobot leasing program
Universal Robots has launched a new cobot leasing program in collaboration with DLL, a global vendor finance company. The partnership enables manufacturers of all sizes to reap the benefits of automation without worrying about cash flow and seasonal … [Read More...] about Universal Robots launches cobot leasing program
Where to spot mobile robots in 2020
In 2019, applications for mobile robots advanced across all sectors. From manufacturing and retail to customer service, we saw collaborative robotics do some remarkable things. Yet the technology has so much more to offer. Broadly speaking, … [Read More...] about Where to spot mobile robots in 2020
Locus Robotics, HighJump partner on mobile robot installations
Locus Robotics, a 2019 RBR50 company and leading developer of autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) for fulfillment warehouses, has partnered with supply chain solutions provider HighJump. The companies will work together to facilitate the development of … [Read More...] about Locus Robotics, HighJump partner on mobile robot installations
Human-robot collaboration improves Ford’s headlight adjustment process
In the automotive industry, vehicle fog lights have typically been adjusted manually by humans. To provide relief for human workers of this ergonomically-unfriendly task, and to improve the overall adjustment process, Ford VOME (Vehicle Operation … [Read More...] about Human-robot collaboration improves Ford’s headlight adjustment process
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