Rapid Robotics’ solution is a “ready-to-work” robotic work cell, based around a collaborative robot, that is pre-programmed and quick to deploy.
Manufacturing
Comau launches new 5 kg Racer5 collaborative robot
The Racer 5 COBOT is a new cobot from Comau that has the ability to switch between industrial robot speeds and safe, collaborative speeds.
ForwardX launches six Max mobile robots for warehousing and manufacturing
ForwardX Robotics said its six new autonomous mobile robot models are intended to help manufacturers and warehouse operators automate more scenarios.
Epson RC+ 7.0 development software updated to include new parts feeders
Epson Robots said its updated Epson RC+ development software, in combination with its IntelliFlex feeder systems and Add On Instruction Set, can help manufacturers optimize performance.
Sawyer cobots show how robots can improve inclusion for people with disabilities
Collaborative robots can accelerate inclusion of people with disabilities in work, said Rethink Robotics, wertkreis Gütersloh, and the University of Duisburg-Essen. They are using two Sawyer cobots in a demonstration project.
Digital manufacturing and robotics can yield economic benefits, says Fictiv co-founder
Despite economic hardships imposed by trade conflicts and the coronavirus pandemic, businesses can benefit from a digital manufacturing ecosystem, according to a RoboBusiness Direct speaker and Fictiv co-founder.
Six-packs now within reach of robotic grippers with new Piab vacuum system
Grabbing some beer is now possible for packaging and palletizing robots, thanks to a new gripper from Piab. It has designed a vacuum system that can handle six-packs without damaging them.
MT Solar meets seasonal spike in demand with UR10e cobot, Vectis welding tool
Montana-based solar module maker MT Solar turned to collaborative welding robots to meet a seasonal surge in demand.
Scape Mini-Picker intended to help smaller enterprises automate bin picking
Scape Technologies has added the SCAPE Mini-Picker to its robotic bin-picking line as an introductory product that is more affordable and has many of the features of its other systems.
Fictiv COO to focus on digital manufacturing ecosystems at RoboBusiness Direct on Sept. 22
At the Sept. 22 RoboBusiness Direct session, manufacturing expert Jean Olivieri, COO at Fictiv, will discuss how new digital ecosystems can help manufacturers without a high price tag, disruption, and complexity.
Qobotix operating system intended to add intelligence to cobots in manufacturing
Qobotix said its new operating system can help manufacturers benefit from collaborative robots by coordinating them and enabling them to learn from humans and one another.
AutoGuide unveils MAX-N High Bay forklift, Mobile Autonomous Storage and Retrieval System
AutoGuide Mobile Robots said its new high-bay forklift can lift up to 2,400 lb. up to 36 ft., and its new Mobile ASRS uses full autonomy to provide efficiency without the cost of traditional storage and retrieval systems.
HD-1500 autonomous mobile robot from Omron adds 1,500 kg payload option
Omron Automation Americas has launched the heavy-duty HD-1500 autonomous mobile robot, with a 1,500 kg payload capacity, soon after it launched the LD-250 robot.
OTTO Motors to grow delivery network, accelerate product roadmap with Series C funding
Clearpath Robotics unit OTTO Motors cited Fortune 500 manufacturer Berry Global Group as an example of how its autonomous mobile robots can help companies worldwide improve productivity.
MTEK releases MCell Insertion for robotic handling of electronic components
MTEK has made its MCell Insertion software-defined robotic system for electronics assembly generally available. The Swedish company said MCell can improve performance and reduce costs.
ARMAR-6 collaborative humanoid robot is ‘complete,’ say SecondHands, Ocado
The ARMAR-6 humanoid robot, developed by the SecondHands consortium to help warehouse and factory workers, includes advances in machine learning, robotic manipulation, and human-machine interaction.
UR Injection Molding Machine Interface to help plastics manufacturers integrate cobots
With the Injection Molding Machine Interface, Universal Robots has launched a way for plastics manufacturers to integrate its cobots with injection molding machines.
3 cobots become crucial assistants for ladder manufacturer
Leading ladder manufacturer Hailo uses three collaborative robots from Universal Robots to relieve its employees of strenuous activities while guaranteeing high product standards.
CNC machine shop achieves higher productivity with cobots
After installing a Productive Robotics OB7 cobot on its wire EDM machine, True Precision doubled output and met deadlines early.
7 reasons manufacturers should invest in cobots
Ease of programming, versatility, and a fast payback period are just some of the reasons why manufacturers should consider investing in collaborative robots.
