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Teledyne FLIR OEM Announces AerialOGI Collaboration; Launches AerialOGI-N

May 14, 2025 Detect and quantify harmful industrial gas leaks in real time from drone and handheld platforms to minimize emissions and reduce cost Teledyne FLIR OEM, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated (NYSE: TDY), is collaborating with AerialOGI, a leader in optical gas imaging technology (OGI), under the Thermal by FLIR program to launch the…

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Doig Corporation Launches First Off-The-Shelf Palletizing Solution in North America, Powered by OnRobot’s D:PLOY

May 14, 2025 Doig Corporation Launches First Off-The-Shelf Palletizing Solution in North America, Powered by OnRobot’s D:PLOY At Automate 2025, Doig Corporation debuted Pallet EZ – the first true Off-The-Shelf palletizing solution in North America. Developed in collaboration with OnRobot and powered by the groundbreaking D:PLOY platform, Pallet EZ redefines what’s possible for manufacturers looking to automate without complexity. Unlike traditional…

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Robot Simulation and Offline Programming Software: What You Need to Know

May 14, 2025 When integrating robotics into manufacturing or research environments, programming and optimizing robotic tasks quickly becomes a critical factor. Traditionally, robot programming was done manually on the shop floor using a teach pendant—a time-consuming and error-prone process. Today, advanced robot simulation and offline programming (OLP) software have transformed how engineers design, program, and…

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SINUMERIK 828 CNC Provides Seamless Integration with KUKA Robots — a Dream Team for Shopfloor Productivity

May 13, 2025 Siemens expands its Run MyRobot platform to allow cost-effective part handling and articulation functions of a KUKA robot directly on the control of the machine tool In Booth 3232 at this year’s AUTOMATE show in Detroit, Siemens is presenting an automation solution for the busy, multi-tasking job shop, as it demonstrates a…

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Siemens Introduces AI Agents for Industrial Automation

May 13, 2025 At Automate 2025 in Detroit, Siemens is announcing an expansion of its industrial AI offerings with advanced AI agents designed to work seamlessly across its established Industrial Copilot ecosystem. This new technology represents a fundamental shift from AI assistants that respond to queries towards truly autonomous agents that proactively execute entire processes…

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Insights into Navigating Version Control in Industrial Automation

May 13, 2025 Learn how to ensure reliable and secure PLC program management Challenges in Version Control for Industrial Automation Systems In the rapidly evolving world of industrial automation, version control remains a critical aspect of maintaining reliable and efficient operations. The wrong version control system can lead to increased troubleshooting time, security vulnerabilities, and…

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Universal Robots Introduces its Fastest Ever Cobot to Enable Unprecedented Performance in Collaborative Automation

May 12, 2025 Universal Robots (UR), a world leading collaborative robot (cobot) company, has presented the newest addition to its portfolio, the UR15, at Automate in Detroit for the first time on May 12. The new cobot is available for orders now with shipping to begin in June. With unparalleled motion capability and a maximum…

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Festo Features Multi-Axis Positioning Systems at Automate

May 12, 2025 Festo is showcasing at Automate 2025 its most innovative automation solutions, including multi-axis positioning systems. Festo positioning systems can be specified in minutes and, after delivery, installed and functioning in hours instead of weeks. (Festo Automate Booth #1619, May 12-15, Huntington Place, Detroit, Michigan) This year, Festo celebrates the company’s 100th anniversary and is emphasizing…

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Sonair to Debut World’s First Safe 3D Ultrasonic Sensor for Autonomous Robots at Automate 2025′

May 9, 2025 ‘ADAR’, an award-winning 3D ultrasonic sensor poised to challenge the dominance of LiDAR in robotics perception, will launch at Automate 2025, May 12-15 in Detroit, Michigan. The first orders are already in place and the groundbreaking sensor is on track to achieve safety certification, an industry-first for 3D ultrasonic sensing in air….

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What Is FLIR Nexus and Why Is It Important?

May 8, 2025 Situational awareness involves understanding a given circumstance, collecting relevant information, analyzing it, and making informed decisions to address any potential risks. When applying this to perimeter security, it is common practice to see designs that fortify the perimeter; but once that alarm happens, it is uncommon to have a system that provides the…

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Vention Launches AI-Bin Picking Solution at NVIDIA GTC 2025, Marking New Automation Milestone

May 7, 2025 By Krystie Johnston Vention, a Canadian company on a mission to democratize automation, marked another milestone on that journey at NVIDIA GTC 2025 with the launch of their AI-powered bin picking solution. Using robots for bin picking is not new. But Vention’s solution breaks the mould with its proprietary intelligence and control…

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Universal Robots Appoints Jean-Pierre Hathout as New President

May 6, 2025 Universal Robots has announced that Jean-Pierre Hathout has been appointed as President, effective May 6. Hathout succeeds Kim Povlsen, who is pursuing an external career opportunity after four transformative years leading the company. During Povlsen’s tenure, Universal Robots launched a new generation of collaborative robots and AI-ready software, delivered advanced automation solutions…

Musashi AI Introduces Surface Inspection AI Software Upgrades
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Musashi AI Introduces Surface Inspection AI Software Upgrades

May 6, 2205 Musashi AI, a leading industrial automation technology company specializing in AI-based automated visual inspection technology, will introduce the latest updates to their Cendiant® Inspect turnkey AI software and their Automated Shaft Inspector at Automate 2025 in Detroit, May 12–15. In automotive manufacturing, grinding machines are used on parts such as camshafts to…

Vention Announces Commercial Availability of MachineMotion AI—An AI-Ready Automation Controller with Built-In Cellular Connectivity
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Vention Announces Commercial Availability of MachineMotion AI—An AI-Ready Automation Controller with Built-In Cellular Connectivity

Vention, creator of what they say is the world’s only full-stack software and hardware automation platform, has announced the commercial availability of its powerful third-generation controller, MachineMotion AI on May 5, 2025. Featuring NVIDIA-accelerated computing technology and independent Bell LTE connectivity, the new industrial automation controller empowers manufacturers to deploy intelligent automation systems faster and…

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Ultra-Early Wildfire Detection Pilot Launched in Oakville, Ontario

May 1, 2025 Ultra-Early Wildfire Detection Pilot Launched in Oakville, Ontario Siemens Canada is undertaking a pilot project near its Oakville, Ontario headquarters aimed at ultra-early detection of wildfires. The year-long pilot will see more than 50 solar-powered sensors attached to trees in Iroquois Shoreline Woods Park, with installation expected to be completed in March…

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Safety Locking Device PSENmlock from Pilz

April 29, 2025 Safe interlocking and safe guard locking in one product! The safety locking device PSENmlock offers safe interlocking and safe guard locking for personnel and process protection, up to the highest category PL e. Safe guard locking is enabled by the dual-channel control on the guard locking device. As such, the switch is particularly suitable…