Latest news on Manufacturingtalk categorised by product type
Robots and robotic systems
Archive page 8 of 17
Our RSS feed for Robots and robotic systems press releases
Integrated sensors simplify robotic assembly
Integrated sensor systems being introduced at the MACH exhibition, for use with 'intelligent' robots, have taken system integration into the world of 'plug-and-play'. Brochure available
News from Fanuc Robotics (UK) (21 February 2006)
Drill bit assembly cell doubles throughput
User application article A fully automated assembly cell replaces a previously labour-intensive manual operation, assembling hundreds of thousands of fixed cutter drill bit PDC cutting elements and has doubled throughput.
News from Barr & Paatz (20 February 2006)
Robotic assembly cell has latest vision system
User application article A high-tech vision system is part of a cell containing a robot, which solders contacts onto the glass that houses the elements for a vehicle's communication and navigation equipment. Brochure available
News from KUKA Automation + Robotics (17 February 2006)
Multiple robot systems programmed off-line
Programming and development can now take place in parallel to system build, so production starts earlier - even with multi-robot cells - with latest version of offline programming software. Brochure available
News from ABB Robotics (14 February 2006)
Robot spot welds and handles materials
Reliability and robot life increased in spot welding and materials handling by using a robot having process cables located in the upper arm and so avoiding weld spatter damage, heat and collisions. Brochure available
News from ABB Robotics ( 7 February 2006)
Robotic gripper arm is end-ported, saves space
End-ported robotic gripper arm has the air line connection directly in line with the vacuum cup mounting for use in applications with minimal clearance around the target area.
News from SAS Automation (31 January 2006)
Robotic parts feeding system is easy to use
A powerful robotic parts feeding system, to be shown at MACH 2006, is based on a six-axis robot, allows parts up to 60mm in size to be held in a buffer, from which they can be automatically picked. Brochure available
News from ABB Robotics (27 January 2006)
Intelligent fastening speeds machine building
An aluminum profile based machine building system has an intelligent and practical, fastening system that will reduce assembly time and costs. Brochure available
News from MiniTec UK (29 December 2005)
Snake-arm robots coat complex aerospace structures
User application article Snake-arm robots capable of coating complex aerospace structures - and reach into any area of the assembly from a single point without any need to re-orientate the structure.
News from OCRobotics (20 December 2005)
Snake arm robot has long reach, high load
A proposed snake-arm robot - with the highest payload and longest reach of around 10m - is intended for inspection, instrumentation and repair activities on site at a nuclear processing plant.
News from OCRobotics (20 December 2005)
Cylinders and locks produced robotically
User application article When lock manufacturer Kaba looked to boost production of its inline lock cylinders and door locks, without compromising quality, it saught state-of-the art robotics for handling small parts. Brochure available
News from Mitsubishi Electric Automation Systems (19 December 2005)
Intelligent palletizing logistics work cell
User application article Aidco International has selected Kuka to provide robots for its new Palligistics system an intelligent palletizing logistics work cell concept for creating mixed product or build to order pallets. Brochure available
News from KUKA Automation + Robotics (30 November 2005)
Robots fitted to cheese packing line
User application article Two more robots are to be fitted to a cheese packing line in Lincolnshire where an initial installation proved the efficiency gains that could be achieved. Brochure available
News from Mitsubishi Electric Automation Systems (29 November 2005)
Automation networks for real time control
Acontis Technologies developed AT-ECAT/embedded, a portable EtherCAT master stack for embedded operating systems. Brochure available
News from KUKA Automation + Robotics (28 November 2005)
Robots release mould block oil accurately
User application article Aerated concrete block manufacture has been dramatically improved using robots to apply 'release' oil accurately to the inside of moulds, in which concrete mix sets prior to cutting and autoclaving.
News from Motoman Robotics (UK) (16 November 2005)
Efficient design determines effective automation
Technical background article Automation has benefited manufacturing, but merely employing the technology says Mike Barton is not a 'licence for success' - ensuring the process is designed efficiently is paramount.
News from B And B Attachments ( 4 November 2005)
Shelf robot saves foundry space
With a reach up to 1m below the foot and a payload of 30kg, a robot is particularly suited to limited space applications, as is often found in the foundry environment. Brochure available
News from ABB Automation Technologies (Robotics) ( 1 November 2005)
Energy chain does not jam on a robot
For robotic applications, a low cost, lightweight energy chain has a round-shaped design, that allows it to glide around a robot, without becoming hooked in and jammed. Brochure available
News from Igus (UK) (14 October 2005)
B and H appoints Mexican parts sales manager
B and H Labelling Systems has appointed Guillermo de la Fuente Prieto to the position of Mexico parts sales manager.
News from B and H Labeling Systems ( 3 October 2005)
SCARA robot has longest reach in class
SCARA robot has longest reach in class with a reach of 1050mm, which, together with a maximum payload capacity of 20kg, makes the robot one of the most versatile machines in its class. Brochure available
News from TM Robotics (Europe) (28 September 2005)
Earlier news from this category...
Latest news from this category...
