ABB unveils AMR with Visual SLAM AI technology
17 May, 2024 | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty LtdABB Robotics has announced its first Flexley Tug T702 autonomous mobile robot equipped with AI-based Visual SLAM navigation technology.
SICK W10 photoelectric proximity sensor
17 May, 2024 | Supplied by: SICK Pty LtdThe W10 photoelectric sensor does away with slide switches, potentiometers and rotary knobs by providing a touchscreen display.
Siemens unveils software-based automation technology
10 May, 2024 | Supplied by: Siemens LtdSiemens says its Simatic Automation Workstation will provide greater control over factory automation and security, eliminating separate PLCs.
ABB IRB 7710 and IRB 7720 robots
10 May, 2024 | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty LtdABB 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 Simatic S7-1200 G2 controllers
07 May, 2024 | Supplied by: Siemens LtdThe 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, 2024Research at the US National Renewable Energy Laboratory has enabled the successful automation of post-moulding operations for wind turbine blades.
Hydac EDS 3300 pressure switch with IO-Link
02 May, 2024 | Supplied by: HYDAC InternationalThe HYDAC EDS 3300 pressure switch features an integrated digital display for relative pressure measurement in the low pressure range.
SMC EQ Series actuators with integrated controller
02 May, 2024 | Supplied by: SMC Australia | New ZealandSMC Corporation's EQ series of slide-type and rod-type actuators include an integrated controller.
Universal Robots announces seamless integration with Siemens PLCs
29 April, 2024 | Supplied by: Universal RobotsThe SRCI is a new standard for robotics manufacturers that aims to create a single interface between PLCs and robots.
Stratasys announces high-definition 3D printing
29 April, 2024 | Supplied by: TCL HofmannThe new printing capabilities are designed to allow for more exact, high-definition printing with detailed resolution.
Octopus inspires new gripper mechanism for robots
24 April, 2024A 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 AustraliaManufacturers that embrace smart manufacturing can use those technologies to create a competitive edge, but this still isn't happening for many companies.
Researchers develop new robot collision avoidance algorithm
17 April, 2024Faster and more accurate than some alternatives, this new approach could be useful for robots that interact with humans or work in tight spaces.
ICP DAS ALX-9191 programmable automation controller
15 April, 2024 | Supplied by: ICP Electronics AustraliaThe ICP DAS ALX-9191 programmable automation controller is powered by an Intel Atom E3950 processor and runs Linux Ubuntu 20.04 with Kernel 5.4.
Cognex launches 3D vision system with AI
15 April, 2024 | Supplied by: Automation Systems and Controls Pty LtdAI-powered 3D vision system offers fast deployment and more reliable inspections for manufacturing automation.
