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Advanced Robotic Applications
The unique capabilities of the innovative AURA collaborative robot, the Rebel-S SCARA robot and the Racer5 robot from Comau demonstrate the ever-changing future of automation in a variety of applications.
Robotic Material Handling, Machine Tending in Harsh Environments
The smallest foundry robot in its class, the flexible IRB 1200 Foundry Plus 2 from ABB Robotics reduces cycle times for precision die casting processes used on smart phone cases and other electrical components.
Transport Steel Coils and Other Loads Quickly, Securely and Safely
The Model LS Load-Stabilized Hoist from Engineered Material Handling is ideal for precise positioning of steel coils, mesh handling, and other shop applications.
Overcoming Obstacles with 3D Vision Technologies
Quickly grabbing and orienting a random part from a bin has never been an easy task for a robot. So it often falls to humans to find and process parts – until now.
MHEDA Awards Wildeck
The manufacturer earns the Most Valuable Supplier award for their work with dealers, employees and the community.
Reduce the Risk
The Smart Factory reduces insurance costs and increases productivity and profitability by investing in new systems with advanced technology to protect both workers and equipment. Here are some of the latest advances in protective equipment, safety automation and services, and more that can help make your shop become a safer workplace.
Automatically Secure Loads to Pallets
To increase speed and improve efficiency in packaging and material handling, the fully automated Tornado Perfect Storm orbital wrapping system from TAB Industries wraps common pallet loads in 15 seconds with only a single operator.
Piab Acquires Vaculex
This deal expands the footprint of Piab’s vacuum lifting business.
Bunting Magnetics Acquires Master Magnets
This deal strengthens their global manufacturing capabilities and opens new markets for sales.
Dorner Appoints New Managing Director
Enrico Berlenghi now leads their European sales of Dorner, FlexMove and Geppert-Band conveyor systems.
Bunting Magnetics Appoints New Human Resources Manager
Suzanne Hurst is now responsible for recruitment, benefit negotiations, employee performance management and conflict resolution.
FABTECH 2016: Welding (Part Two)
Take a closer look at some of the welding technologies that will be exhibited November 16-18 on the show floor in Las Vegas.
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