May 23, 2205 ABB has been selected to supply automation and electrical systems by animal nutrition and health specialist dsm-firmenich, as part of a project to develop a cattle feed additive production facility at Dalry, 40 kilometers west of Glasgow in Scotland, to support methane reduction goals in the livestock sector. ABB’s solutions will improve…
May 23, 2025 Conveying the Benefits of SMC Air Amplifiers Air conveyors (sometimes known as pneumatic conveyors) have the potential to operate in two modes, offering vacuum (negative) and pressure (positive) conveying. Vacuum conveying uses compressed air to ‘suck’ bulk material like grains or pellets through a closed system of pipes. In contrast, pressure conveying (achieved by reversing the…
May 23, 2025 UR15 is Universal Robots’new high-performance collaborative robot. UR15 is engineered for ultimate versatility, combining a lightweight design with a compact footprint to deliver unmatched flexibility—even in the most space-restricted environments. It reaches an impressive maximum speed of 5 m/s, which ultimately enables reduced cycle times and increased productivity, and is designed to…
May 22, 2025 The Direct Torque Control interface is available in an early access version now Having the ability to directly control the torque of all the cobot joints opens vast opportunities for cobots to carry out demanding tasks. But even for experienced cobot users and researchers, building your own software stack to enable this…
May 22, 2025 Demonstrating its dedication to innovation and sustainability, igus®presented environmentally friendly technologies at Hannover Messe 2025. The motion plastics specialist will showcase its new PTFE-free materials, cable carriers made from recycled materials and newly developed dry cleanroom certification for its e-chain® cable carriers developed in collaboration with Fraunhofer IPA. “Our mission remains to…
May 22, 2025 Tolomatic Inc., an industry leader in innovative linear motion systems, showcased its latest servo linear actuators at Automate 2025. Featuring an integrated servo motor, their servo linear actuators are ideal for applications where dynamic movement, precise positioning and force repeatability are a priority. Tolomatic products include the IMA and IMA-S linear servo…
May 22, 2025 IKO is pleased to announce its LT170H2 direct drive linear motor stage for dynamic applications such as semiconductor fabrication which require high thrust forces and long strokes. This latest addition to the LT family of linear motor stages delivers 260N of rated force and up to 500N maximum, exceeding the thrust ratings of previous…
May 21, 2025 By Thomas Pilz, Managing Partner, Pilz GmbH & Co. KG In terms of Safety, Security and AI: The European Legal Framework is Changing We all know the CE mark. You can see it on electrical appliances, toys or household goods, but also on plant and machinery of course. It stands for “Conformité…
May 21, 2025 By Susanne Kunschert, Managing Partner Pilz GmbH & Co. KG In the last financial year, the Pilz Group had to contend with the generally difficult economic situation. In 2024, our company achieved a turnover of 341 million Euro. That corresponds to a fall of 21 per cent over the previous year. After 3…
May 21, 2025 In order to guarantee Industrial Security on their own machinery, specialists in mechanical engineering require sound fundamental knowledge – particularly of legislation and applicable standards. Experts from Pilz share this expertise in the “Fundamentals of Industrial Security” training course. Delegates learn to understand security threats, appropriate protective measures and best practices in…
May 21, 2025 In the last financial year, the Pilz Group had to contend with the generally difficult economic situation. In 2024, the automation company achieved a turnover of 341 million Euro. That corresponds to a fall of 21 per cent over the previous year. The family business remains focussed on the future, even if the…
May 20, 2025 Electromate is expanding its lineup of collaborative automation solutions with the addition of three advanced models from Universal Robots: the UR7e, UR12e, and UR15. These robots provide enhanced options for payload, reach, and precision in demanding collaborative applications. The UR7e delivers a 7 kg payload, 1300 mm reach, and ±0.03 mm repeatability. Positioned between the UR5e and…
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…
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…
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…
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…