Factory automation

New tool makes training a robot more intuitive

22 July, 2025

MIT engineers have designed a versatile interface that allows users to teach robots new skills in more intuitive ways.


ABB IRB 6730S, IRB 6750S and IRB 6760 large robots

22 July, 2025 | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty Ltd

ABB Robotics is expanding its large robot range with the launch of the IRB 6730S, IRB 6750S and IRB 6760.


ABB IRB 1200 industrial robots

16 July, 2025 | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty Ltd

ABB Robotics is releasing a new generation of its IRB 1200 small robot range that it says is faster and more precise.


Konica Minolta and MiR launching two autonomous robots at CeMat

10 July, 2025 | Supplied by: Konica Minolta Business Solutions Australia Pty Ltd

Konica Minolta Australia has announced that it will be launching two autonomous mobile robots from Mobile Industrial Robots at CeMAT Australia 2025.


SICK OD200 miniature distance sensor

10 July, 2025 | Supplied by: SICK Pty Ltd

The SICK OD200 miniature distance sensor is designed to deliver high measurement stability, even on high-gloss, black or irregular surfaces.


Pepperl+Fuchs R305 retroreflective area sensor with IO-Link

07 July, 2025 | Supplied by: Pepperl+Fuchs (Aust) Pty Ltd

The R305 retroreflective area sensor with IO-Link is designed for precise and reliable object detection, regardless of shape, size or material.


Australian researchers create 'cyborg' beetles

02 July, 2025

Researchers at UQ are experimenting with 'cyborg' beetles that they hope could revolutionise urban search and rescue.


Acuity AR1000 Long-distance Laser Sensor

01 July, 2025 | Supplied by: Slentech Pty Ltd

The Acuity AR1000 Long-distance Laser Sensor measures targets from 0.1 m up to 30 m without the use of reflective targets.


Siemens to add AI and robotics capabilities to AGVs

26 June, 2025 | Supplied by: Siemens Ltd

Siemens has announced GenAI and robotics capabilities for better management and safety of automated guided vehicles.


Quicktron introduces a bin-mover robot in Australia

20 June, 2025

Shanghai-based Quicktron has introduced its M5F robot to Australia as part of its flagship Quickbin‍+ solution warehousing solution.


Increasing sensor life in harsh conditions

18 June, 2025 | Supplied by: Balluff Pty Ltd

Incorrect application of even the most advanced sensors can often lead to increased sensor wastage, higher production costs, and lower productivity.


Researchers teach robots to solve manipulation problems in seconds

12 June, 2025

Researchers have developed an algorithm that lets a robot 'think ahead' and consider thousands of potential motion plans simultaneously.


World-first Australian solution to treat wastewater at a major beverages company

04 June, 2025 | Supplied by: Rockwell Automation Australia

Australian-made titanium cross‍-‍flow membrane wastewater solution uses integrated technology from Rockwell Automation.


Mitsubishi Electric MELSEC MX controller

03 June, 2025 | Supplied by: Mitsubishi Electric Australia

The Mitsubishi Electric MELSEC MX controller is an all-in-one solution engineered for high-speed, high-precision applications.


Industrial Devices high-force linear actuators

01 June, 2025 | Supplied by: Treotham Automation Pty Ltd

Industrial Devices linear actuators are designed to deliver high-force, precision motion for heavy industrial applications.


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