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Intelligent Machine-Tending Solution
Designed to overcome challenges related to production fastener welding, the latest addition to CenterLine’s configured-product family feeds parts into robotic lines and cells.
Heavy-Duty Vacuum Lifter Eliminates Magnets, Grabs, and Hooks
Anver Corp. configures large-capacity vacuum lifters for customers in a wide range of industries. This mill-duty model uses 12 suction pads to move 15 tons without damaging the material’s surface.
Industrial Magnetics, Inc. Welcomes Regional Manager
Navy veteran Aaron Evans is IMI’s new Western U.S regional manager.
Programming a Robot Doesn’t Have to be a Dark Art
As production goals change in a post-pandemic world, more manufacturers are using robots to deal with labor shortages and high-mix, low-volume (HMLV) orders. Easy-to-use tools for novice operators are enabling faster implementation on factory floors.
World’s First Robot With Process-Optimized Motion Modes
In addition to providing the longest reach in the high-payload category and featuring a slimmer profile, KUKA’s updated KR Quantec robot offers three software plug-ins to maximize performance, path, and cycle times.
Handling Systems International, Inc. Releases Dealer Quotinator
Online quote tool gives dealers 24/7 access to quotes and drawings. Considering the high demand for H.I.S.’s NikoRail enclosed track cranes, fast turnaround and well as expedited bill of materials to the shop floor will prove valuable to the company and the marketplace.
So Simple Even a Beginner Can Use It: Instant Feedback Minimizes Programming Errors
By automatically calculating the user’s orientation relative to the robot, Yaskawa Motoman’s tablet-based Smart Pendant eliminates the need to use conventional X, Y, Z coordinates. No hard copy manuals required, either.
Single-Step Bin-Picking Solution Greatly Lowers Cycle Times
Yaskawa Motoman’s turnkey MotoSight 3D BinPick handling system uses just one camera to identify randomly placed parts. Three camera models are available to cover a range of part and bin sizes.
Autonomous Transporter Forges the Most-Efficient Path Through a Job Shop
The strongest and most recent addition to the LD Series of autonomous mobile robots from Omron Automation Americas moves 550 pounds (250 kg) while enabling manufacturers to control a fleet of 100 robots using a single system.
7-Axis Cobot With Fast Teaching and Simple Controls
Armed with torque sensors in all 7 axes that detect and immediately react to contact with a human coworker, KUKA’s LBR iiwa eliminates the need for safety fences for true human-robot collaboration (HRC).
Complex Sealing And Under-Body Coating Are No Match For This Robot
With a maximum reach of almost 9.5 feet, 33-pound payload, and 7 axes, Kawasaki Robotics’ automotive-industry BU015X robot is ideal for sealing tasks through windows and inside vehicle bodies.
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