Factory automation

Red Lion FlexEdge DA50A edge automation controller

01 May, 2021 | Supplied by: Control Logic Pty Ltd

The DA50A automation controller provides secure networking, protocol conversion, cloud connectivity and IEC61131 automation capabilities in a modular design.


Kuka releases new operating system for industrial robots

26 April, 2021 | Supplied by: KUKA Robotics Australia Pty Ltd

Kuka has released a new operating system that the company says will "mark the beginning of a new era in robotics".


SICK launches 2D vision camera with onboard deep learning

26 April, 2021 | Supplied by: SICK Pty Ltd

SICK has launched its first vision camera with a pre-installed deep learning app on board.


MIT start-up unveils fast truck unloading robot

22 April, 2021

MIT start-up Pickle has unveiled a new robot that works with people to get online orders delivered sooner by unloading trailers "blazingly fast".


Piab launches 'super cup' grippers that can 'lift anything'

15 April, 2021 | Supplied by: Materials Handling Pty Ltd

Piab has launched a new suction end effector range for industrial robots that German company robominds has called the 'Super Cup'.


Pixelink PL-X machine vision cameras

15 April, 2021 | Supplied by: SciTech Pty Ltd

The PL-X machine vision camera series with 10 GigE interface is designed to provide speed, accuracy and reliability with a quick and easy set-up.


A robot that senses hidden objects

09 April, 2021

MIT researchers have developed a system that uses penetrative radio frequencies to pinpoint items, even when they're hidden from view.


Yaskawa launches robot for small component processing

09 April, 2021 | Supplied by: Robotic Automation Pty Ltd

Yaskawa has launched a new industrial robot for small component processing, called the Motoman GP4.


Universal Robots develops interface for Siemens TIA Portal

01 April, 2021 | Supplied by: Universal Robots

Universal Robots has announced that it will be providing an interface for the Siemens TIA Portal.


Leuze building new plant in Malaysia

01 April, 2021 | Supplied by: Leuze electronic Pty Ltd

To meet gowing demand in Asia, Leuze is currently constructing a new plant in Malacca, Malaysia. It is scheduled for completion in the first quarter of 2022.


ICP DAS VP-x239-CE7 series InduSoft-based ViewPAC

31 March, 2021 | Supplied by: ICP Electronics Australia

The ViewPAC combines a WinPAC, a graphic display and keypad into one unit, with InduSoft Web Studio included.


Balluff BML absolute magnetic encoder

30 March, 2021 | Supplied by: Balluff Pty Ltd

The BML absolute magnetic encoder in the SGA series is suitable for applications where high absolute accuracy of position and end-of-travel is required.


Mitsubishi dedicates factory to industrial mechatronics

29 March, 2021 | Supplied by: Mitsubishi Electric Australia

Mitsubishi Electric said it will establish its Industrial Mechatronics Systems Works as of 1 April 2021 within the premises of the company's Nagoya Works.


Robot race: the world's top 10 automated countries

29 March, 2021

The IFR has reported that the average robot density in the manufacturing industry worldwide has hit a new global record of 113 units per 10,000 employees.


ASC congratulates Cognex for 40 years in the MV industry

23 March, 2021 | Supplied by: Automation Systems and Controls Pty Ltd

Cognex Machine Vison is celebrating 40 years in the machine vision industry.


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