Factory automation

Flexible cobot test station reduces human error in inspections

23 May, 2024 | Supplied by: Fraunhofer Institute for Mechatronic Systems Design IEM

A cobot solution with AI-based imaging increases the efficiency and reliability of product inspection stations.


Excelitas Technologies pco.dimax 3.6 ST high-speed camera

20 May, 2024 | Supplied by: SciTech Pty Ltd

SciTech has introduced the pco.dimax 3.6 ST high-speed image streaming camera from Excelitas Technologies.


Kinrise Snackfoods improves efficiency with AMRs

20 May, 2024 | Supplied by: Konica Minolta Business Solutions Australia Pty Ltd

Autonomous mobile robots from MiR at Kinrise Snackfoods have improved efficiency through automating pallet handling.


SICK W10 photoelectric proximity sensor

17 May, 2024 | Supplied by: SICK Pty Ltd

The W10 photoelectric sensor does away with slide switches, potentiometers and rotary knobs by providing a touchscreen display.


ABB unveils AMR with Visual SLAM AI technology

17 May, 2024 | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty Ltd

ABB Robotics has announced its first Flexley Tug T702 autonomous mobile robot equipped with AI-based Visual SLAM navigation technology.


ABB IRB 7710 and IRB 7720 robots

10 May, 2024 | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty Ltd

ABB Robotics has expanded its modular large robot range with the introduction of the IRB 7710 and IRB 7720, for payloads up to 620 kg.


Siemens unveils software-based automation technology

10 May, 2024 | Supplied by: Siemens Ltd

Siemens says its Simatic Automation Workstation will provide greater control over factory automation and security, eliminating separate PLCs.


Siemens Simatic S7-1200 G2 controllers

07 May, 2024 | Supplied by: Siemens Ltd

The Simatic S7-1200 G2 controllers offer higher communication performance and more efficient data processing to help increase production output.


Robots help make wind turbine blades

06 May, 2024

Research at the US National Renewable Energy Laboratory has enabled the successful automation of post-moulding operations for wind turbine blades.


SMC EQ Series actuators with integrated controller

02 May, 2024 | Supplied by: SMC Australia | New Zealand

SMC Corporation's EQ series of slide-type and rod-type actuators include an integrated controller.


Hydac EDS 3300 pressure switch with IO-Link

02 May, 2024 | Supplied by: HYDAC International

The HYDAC EDS 3300 pressure switch features an integrated digital display for relative pressure measurement in the low pressure range.


Stratasys announces high-definition 3D printing

29 April, 2024 | Supplied by: TCL Hofmann

The new printing capabilities are designed to allow for more exact, high-definition printing with detailed resolution.


Universal Robots announces seamless integration with Siemens PLCs

29 April, 2024 | Supplied by: Universal Robots

The SRCI is a new standard for robotics manufacturers that aims to create a single interface between PLCs and robots.


Octopus inspires new gripper mechanism for robots

24 April, 2024

A new robotic suction cup that can grasp rough, curved and heavy objects has been developed by scientists at the University of Bristol.


Is smart manufacturing moving fast enough?

23 April, 2024 by John Clemons* | Supplied by: Rockwell Automation Australia

Manufacturers that embrace smart manufacturing can use those technologies to create a competitive edge, but this still isn't happening for many companies.


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