Factory automation > Robotics

Omron i4L SCARA robot

03 February, 2021

Omron says its i4L SCARA robot is capable of high-speed, high-precision motion with payloads up to 5 kg.


KUKA wins Mercedes body-in-white production contract

14 January, 2021

The company announced that it has won a contract to supply Mercedes-Benz with technology for body-in-white production.


New sensors make for soft and sensitive robotic fingers

15 December, 2020

To develop a more human-like robotic gripper, it is necessary to provide sensing capabilities to the fingers.


Universal Robots reaches industry milestone

15 December, 2020

Collaborative robot maker celebrates delivery of its 50,000th unit.


Ready Robotics launches online marketplace for manufacturers

10 December, 2020

READY.Market is a robot-agnostic online marketplace for manufacturers looking to accelerate their implementation of robotic automation.


MIT report examines the state of industrial robotics

27 November, 2020

MIT researchers and members of the Work of the Future Task Force have released a research report on the state of industrial robotics.


OnRobot announces collaborative automation event

24 November, 2020

Registration is now open for the OnRobot Expo featuring live demos and interactive keynote insights on collaborative applications.


CSIRO technology licensed for robotic security teams

13 November, 2020

Strategic Elements Ltd subsidiary Stealth Technologies has announced that it has licensed CSIRO technology that enables robots to work together in teams.


Why manufacturers should consider 3D and robotics

09 November, 2020

The federal Budget provides an opportunity for Australian companies to innovate with 3D printing and robotics.


Volkswagen orders 800 ABB robots to build electric vehicles

02 November, 2020

ABB has received an order for 800 industrial robots from Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles to support production of a new generation of electric vehicles.


Scientists develop 'mini-brains' to help robots recognise pain

19 October, 2020

Using a brain-inspired approach, scientists have developed a way for robots to have the AI to recognise pain and to self-repair when damaged.


Mitsubishi Electric launches 'cost-effective' industrial robot

16 October, 2020

The company says its RV-8CRL industrial robot offers "a high-quality solution at a lower price point, while not sacrificing on performance".


World robot utilisation up 12%: IFR

09 October, 2020

A record 2.7 million robots now work in factories around the globe.


ABB acquires Codian Robotics and enhances delta robot range

06 October, 2020

Codian Robotics' range of robots includes a hygienic design that allows safe, open food processing.


The rise of industrial robots

01 October, 2020 by Harry Mulder

There's little denying the rapid rise industrial robots have enjoyed over the last few years.


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