RS Components introduces range of motion control solutions
30 May, 2016 | Supplied by: RSRS Components has announced a range of products and solutions to help companies involved in motion control applications to equip and maintain systems, such as conveyors.
Gripper modelled on a chameleon's tongue
26 May, 2016 | Supplied by: Festo Pty LtdThe FlexShapeGripper can grip, collect and release several objects of very different shapes in the one process without the need for manual conversion due to its water-filled silicone cap, which wraps itself around the items being gripped in a flexible, form-fitting manner.
Mettler Toledo V2622 Flex-Lite compact vision system
25 May, 2016 | Supplied by: Mettler-Toledo LtdThe Mettler Toledo V2622 Flex-Lite is a compact smart camera-based vision solution that allows manufacturers to explore the capabilities of a vision inspection program without the need for a heavy up-front investment.
Beckhoff CX81xx Embedded PC series
23 May, 2016 | Supplied by: Beckhoff Automation Pty LtdThe CX81xx Embedded PC series are PC-based controllers in an ultracompact 'Bus Coupler format' for TwinCAT 3 automation software.
Balluff SmartLevel 500+ capacitive sensor
23 May, 2016 | Supplied by: Balluff Pty LtdDesigned for a conductivity of approximately 50–500 mS/cm and greater, the SmartLevel 500+ detects the level either in direct contact or through plastic or glass containers with wall thicknesses of up to 10 mm.
ABB smart motor condition sensor
17 May, 2016 | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty LtdABB has announced sensor technology that attaches directly to the motor and supplies information regarding operating and condition parameters via wireless transmission.
ABB acquires SVIA automation solutions
12 May, 2016 | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty LtdHeadquartered in Jönköping, SVIA builds automated solutions for machine tending processes, using robots to feed components to lathes and mills, and to secondary processes like assembly, washing and part marking.
Beckhoff EJ-series EtherCAT I/O motion solution
11 May, 2016 | Supplied by: Beckhoff Automation Pty LtdEJ-series EtherCATplug-in modules make it easy to implement a platform concept for large-volume production runs without sacrificing customisation capabilities.
The Robolution: are we walking the talk?
10 May, 2016 by Catherine Simon, innoroboEveryone keeps talking about the Robolution, but where does it really stand right now?
Robot art, architecture and design demonstrated live
06 May, 2016Robots that mimic human hand gestures, do life drawings and print intricate 2D and 3D clay shapes and structures form a pop-up lab in the new exhibition 'Robots in Architecture 2016 — Developing the Future'.
Toshiba industrial robots to be sold in Australia
03 May, 2016MAP Services will offer a full line of Cartesian, 6-axis and SCARA robot systems for all types of automation and materials handling industries.
Micro-Epsilon reflectCONTROL Compact reflective surface inspection
29 April, 2016 | Supplied by: Bestech Australia Pty LtdThe Micro-Epsilon reflectCONTROL Compact is designed for inspection of reflective surfaces and can automatically log and store results to enable objective comparisons.
igus drylin E linear drive with motor
25 April, 2016 | Supplied by: Treotham Automation Pty LtdThe igus drylin E is a maintenance-free linear system with a stepper motor, attached to a lubrication-free lead screw drive or toothed belt.
Allen-Bradley Compact GuardLogix 5370 controller
19 April, 2016 | Supplied by: Rockwell Automation AustraliaThe Compact GuardLogix 5370 controller allows users to combine safety and motion applications with up to 16 axes without the need for separate networks.
Meeting emerging challenges in manufacturing with lightweight robotics — Part 2
18 April, 2016 | Supplied by: Festo Pty LtdThe trend toward adaptive, low-volume, high-mix manufacturing presents a challenge to manufacturers, as current technologies in automation — based on the principle of high volume and minimal change — cannot readily adapt to meet the rapidly changing needs of the market. Lightweight robots can help alleviate these challenges.
