http://www.manufacturingtalk.com/news/abd/abd000.html ABB Robotics news releases on Manufacturingtalk en-gb Copyright (C)2008 Pro-Talk Ltd. All rights reserved. Fri, 25 Jul 2008 08:00:00 UT Fri, 25 Jul 2008 08:00:00 UT http://www.pro-talk.com/images/protalklogo90.gif http://www.pro-talk.com/ 90 79 Ferdar Automation Technology, well-established in delivering automated picking, packing and palletising and assembly systems, has joined ABB's Robotic Partner Network. Fri, 13 Jun 2008 08:00:00 UT ABB Robotics http://www.manufacturingtalk.com/news/abd/abd207.html ABB has developed a Global partner Programme to aid integrators to increase robotic systems capacity and demonstrate how robotic cells can be integrated into production lines. Mon, 02 Jun 2008 08:00:00 UT ABB Robotics http://www.manufacturingtalk.com/news/abd/abd206.html UK tea supplier signed up to an ABB remote service agreement and said it is now enjoy greatly reduced robot downtime at its tea packing plant. Wed, 14 May 2008 08:00:00 UT ABB Robotics http://www.manufacturingtalk.com/news/abd/abd205.html David Pownall, lifecycle service manager for ABB's UK robotics division, explains what you can expect from ABB's second-hand offerings Thu, 24 Apr 2008 08:00:00 UT ABB Robotics http://www.manufacturingtalk.com/news/abd/abd204.html Steve Bartholomew of ABB Robotics explores the case for robotics in metal fabrication and how, by adopting sustainable practices, users can significantly transform productivity and efficiency. Mon, 07 Apr 2008 08:00:00 UT ABB Robotics http://www.manufacturingtalk.com/news/abd/abd203.html Improved automated grinding and finishing of castings is now possible with software that enables a robot to grind, polish and buff castings as well as deflashing. Tue, 01 Apr 2008 08:00:00 UT ABB Robotics http://www.manufacturingtalk.com/news/abd/abd202.html Latest member of ABB's Robotic Partner Network is UK-based Astech Projects, an engineering company specialising in the supply of advanced automation systems. Tue, 26 Feb 2008 08:00:00 UT ABB Robotics http://www.manufacturingtalk.com/news/abd/abd200.html Robots offer increased speed, higher payload and a smaller footprint, while the average cycle time performance has improved by over 20%, resulting in 110 picks/min at 3kg. Thu, 14 Feb 2008 08:00:00 UT ABB Robotics http://www.manufacturingtalk.com/news/abd/abd199.html A series of compact robots can be mounted in floor-standing, inverted or tilted orientations and can be used with injection moulding machines having capacities up to 30MN (3000 tonf). Mon, 21 Jan 2008 08:00:00 UT ABB Robotics http://www.manufacturingtalk.com/news/abd/abd198.html Robot programming software is claimed to deliver the fastest way to successful installation of robotic handling systems without the need for robot programming skills. Thu, 29 Nov 2007 08:00:00 UT ABB Robotics http://www.manufacturingtalk.com/news/abd/abd197.html An automated robotic cell handles 150 picks/minute, ensuring that cheese blocks are moved quickly and precisely, one at a time, from one production location to another. Thu, 15 Nov 2007 08:00:00 UT ABB Robotics http://www.manufacturingtalk.com/news/abd/abd196.html A software function, RobotWare Machining FC, lets robots grind, polish or buff castings while maintaining a constant pressure between the tool and the work surface. Thu, 01 Nov 2007 08:00:00 UT ABB Robotics http://www.manufacturingtalk.com/news/abd/abd195.html Having a very large working envelope, two robots can replace four existing ones when painting an automobile's exterior and ensures coating is more consistent. Tue, 30 Oct 2007 08:00:00 UT ABB Robotics http://www.manufacturingtalk.com/news/abd/abd194.html A robotic cell has replaced labour-intensive fettling and blending operations on pump rotor case inlet and outlet ports, reducing labour and improving the working environment. Mon, 29 Oct 2007 08:00:00 UT ABB Robotics http://www.manufacturingtalk.com/news/abd/abd193.html To educate UK manufacturers about the productivity and competitive benefits of robotics, ABB Robotics has organised a free roadshow to visit 12 venues. Tue, 25 Sep 2007 08:00:00 UT ABB Robotics http://www.manufacturingtalk.com/news/abd/abd192.html An automated, robot-assisted, plastics injection moulding cell continues to maintain an improved manufacturing performance of 100% for making nolvelty items. Wed, 04 Apr 2007 08:00:00 UT ABB Robotics http://www.manufacturingtalk.com/news/abd/abd189.html