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Electromate Announces Pre-Order Availability of Universal Robots’ New UR30 Cobot

December 19, 2023 Electromate is proud to partner with Universal Robots in bringing the UR30 to Canadian manufacturers Electromate Inc., a leading Distributor of Precision Robotic & Mechatronic Solutions, is excited to announce the pre-order availability of Universal Robots’ latest innovation – the UR30 collaborative robot (cobot). The UR30, boasting a 30 kg payload capacity,…

Four Predictions for 2024: AI Set to Supercharge Robotic Automation
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Four Predictions for 2024: AI Set to Supercharge Robotic Automation

December 14, 2023 What 2024 has in store for the world of robotics and automation By Anders Billesø Beck, VP of innovation and strategy at Universal Robots We’ve reached that point in the year when it’s time to reflect upon the trends from the past 12 months, while looking ahead at what 2024 has in…

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Siemens Acquires BuntPlanet to Strengthen its Artificial Intelligence Portfolio in the Water Sector

December 14, 2023 Siemens has announced the acquisition of BuntPlanet, a technology company based in San Sebastian, Spain. BuntPlanet’s award winning software has been deployed around the world to support customers with smart metering solutions, water quality, asset management, and integration of hydraulic models and artificial intelligence for detecting leaks and other anomalies in water…

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Device-Based Firewall Profile Added to CIP Security to Further Protect EtherNet/IP Networks

December 4, 2023 The CIP Security device-based firewall is a mechanism to filter traffic based on IP address, port, and protocol. ODVA has announced that CIP SecurityTM, the cybersecurity network extension for EtherNet/IPTM, has added a new device-based firewall for enhanced intrusion deterrence. The CIP Security device-based firewall provides users with a simple traffic filter…

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Comau Showcased Advanced Material Handling and Integrated Robotics Solutions at the Annual Rockwell Automation Fair

December 4, 2023 Comau joined Rockwell Automation at its 32nd annual Automation Fair®, November 6 – 9 in Boston, Massachusetts, (BOOTH #282) to highlight the full integration of its high-performance articulated robots and advanced vision systems with Rockwell Automation’s unified robot control platform. Comau-Rockwell Automation integrated solutions, which will be on display by systems integrators…

Universal Robots Continues Its Innovation Journey by Launching New 30 Kg Collaborative Robot
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Universal Robots Continues Its Innovation Journey by Launching New 30 Kg Collaborative Robot

November 29, 2023 Universal Robots, the Danish manufacturer of collaborative robots (cobots), has announced that it will expand its leading product portfolio with a new 30 kg payload cobot. UR30 is the second in Universal Robot’s new series of innovative, next generation cobots and is built on the same architecture as the award-winning UR20. Despite…

Universal Robots Responds to Demand and Doubles UR20 Cobot Production Ahead of Schedule
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Universal Robots Responds to Demand and Doubles UR20 Cobot Production Ahead of Schedule

November 17, 2023 Universal Robots, a global leader in collaborative robotics, has announced that high demand for its new UR20 cobot has led the company to accelerate production timelines. The UR20 has quickly become the go-to choice for manufacturers seeking a long reach, heavy-payload cobot, prompting Universal Robots to double production capacity to meet customer…

Spot at Nestle Purina Boston Dynamics
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Spot at Nestlé Purina – Boston Dynamics

November 16, 2023 Discover why Spot was the right fit for Nestlé Purina Nestlé Purina deployed Spot to automate thermal and acoustic inspections in their packaging lines. Autonomous inspections allow them to give time back to the maintenance technicians, better predict and plan repairs, and ensure reliable operations. Discover why Spot was the right fit…

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Updated Edition of ISO 3691-4 Published

The updated edition of the international standard for automated guided vehicle systems has been available since June 2023. November 2, 2023 What is ISO 3691-4? ISO 3691-4, “Industrial trucks – Safety requirements and verification – Part 4: Driverless industrial trucks and their systems” is the most important international standard for automated guided vehicles (AGV) and vehicle systems…

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ODVA’S 2023 Industry Conference Spotlights Latest in Single Pair Ethernet, 5G, Security, Process Automation, TSN, and Data Science

October 24, 2023  ODVA held its Industry Conference and 22nd Annual Meeting of Members in Europe for the first time in El Vendrell, Spain from October 17 – 19, 2023. Over 125 industry professionals from approximately 50 different companies hailing from all around the world were in attendance. Attendees were able to learn from a diverse set…

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FANUC Canada Demonstrates Robot and Cobot Solutions at ATX PackEx Canada

October 17, 2023 FANUC Canada, a leading supplier of CNCs, robotics, and ROBOMACHINEs will demonstrate robot and cobot solutions for picking, packing and palletizing at ATX PackEx Canada, Nov. 7-9 in Toronto, Ont., Booth #1105. FANUC Canada, a leading supplier of CNCs, robotics, and ROBOMACHINEs will demonstrate robot and cobot solutions for picking, packing and…

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Omron Advances PMAC Platform to Continue to Solve Unique Challenges for Users

October 10, 2023 Omron expands PMAC platform offering a sizable range of form factors that bring both scalability and customization to create the best fit for the most complex applications. A leading automation solutions provider Omron Automation has expanded the Programmable Multi-Axis Controllers (PMAC) portfolio. Designed to facilitate ease of use, the PMAC platform encompasses…

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How They Did It: Easy-to-Adapt Cobot Palletizer Keeps the Coffee Flowing

October 6, 2023 Easy-to-Adapt Cobot Palletizer Keeps the Coffee Flowing Watch how DesignHawk Innovations, a Universal Robots Certified Systems Integrator, quickly deployed Robotiq’s Palletizer Solution at Chicago-based Napco Brands. The cobot palletizers run two shifts, operating 18 to 20 hours per day. Each palletizing cell fills 1,500 boxes, totaling 180,000 single-serve coffee cups packed daily…

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Transforming Manufacturing Processes with AMRs: Boosting Efficiency and Adaptability

October 2, 2023 In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, companies are constantly seeking innovative active solutions to optimize their manufacturing processes. One technology that has gained significant traction is the implementation of Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs). These versatile machines offer a wide range of benefits, empowering companies to transform their manufacturing operations and stay ahead…

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Cognex Launches DataMan 380 to Increase Throughput for Logistics and Manufacturing

September 22, 2023 Versatile new barcode reader of DataMan 380 uses AI and wide-area scanning to speed up production lines Cognex Corporation, a world leader in industrial machine vision, has introduced the DataMan® 380 fixed-mount barcode reader, which uses advanced optics and integrated AI to accelerate throughput across logistics and manufacturing applications. The DataMan 380…

Spot at Ontario Power Generation
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Spot at Ontario Power Generation

Automating Circuit Breaker Tripping and Racking September 14, 2023 There are an estimated 30,000 instances of arc flash each year in the United States alone, and one to two fatalities occur daily in North America. Ontario Power Generation (OPG) has five Boston Dynamics’ Spot robots deployed throughout their Enterprise Innovation division. In 2022, the team…