Safe handling of heavy pallets
Schunk has further expanded its range of pneumatic robot couplings for pallet handling. The 'Vero-S NSR3 138' robot coupling handles heavy pallet weights reliably.
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read more...Franka Emika is sold to Agile Robots
The insolvent Munich-based robotics start-up Franka Emika is being sold. The buyer is the German-Chinese company Agile Robots.
read more...Mobile robotics moves into focus
Continental acquires the Kinexon specialty division for on-board operating systems for the intelligent control of autonomous mobile robots (AMR). The aim is to strengthen its position in the strategic growth area of mobile robotics.
read more...Dr. Lucian Dold in new position
Omron appoints Dr. Lucian Dold as Senior General Manager for Global Account Business Development.
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Service robot sales increase by 48% worldwide
The number of service robots for professional use has risen by 48% worldwide to a total of 158,000 units sold. Staff shortages are prompting many companies to automate with service robots.
read more...Dr. Bernd Heinrichs is Chief Growth Officer
Dr. Bernd Heinrichs joined the top management team at Neura Robotics on October 1, 2023. As Chief Growth Officer (CGO), the doctor of computer science will steer the growth of the tech company.
read more...Software platform for automated machine loading
The 'PolyScope X' software platform from Universal Robots has been specially developed for the automation of various tasks in machine tending.
read more...Check-up for the FTS
With the analysis tool 'Sara' (for Smart Analytics Reporting Application) from ek robotics, customers and operators of automated guided vehicles (AGVs) can analyze their systems.
read more...AI - hype or savior for the industry?
Just because AI is currently in vogue doesn't mean that investments in machine learning and the like should be made headlong and rashly. Instead, it is important to plan precisely and proceed step by step.
read more...Easy offline programming of robots
Before robots become a real support, each of their movements must first be programmed in detail and precisely. This raises the question of whether this is better done online or offline. A plea.
read more...The AIRA Challenge
Robotics and the autonomy of systems promise high added value in the long term. The 'Advanced Industrial Robotic Applications Challenge' innovation competition was launched to see how the process automation market is prepared for this.
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World Robot Report 2023: Asia at the top
The current 'World Robotics Report' records 553,052 newly installed industrial robots worldwide for 2022 - this corresponds to a growth rate of 5% compared to the previous year. Europe accounts for a market share of 15%.
read more...Fruitcore Robotics at the Motek 2023
AI-supported industrial robots
Fruitcore Robotics will be at the upcoming Motek with AI-supported industrial robots and a new solution kit for machine tending.
read more...Rockwell Automation acquires Clearpath Robotics
Rockwell Automation has signed an agreement to acquire Clearpath Robotics, an autonomous robotics company. The acquisition complements Rockwell's end-to-end solutions for autonomous production logistics.
read more...International Federation of Robotics
'Go4Robotics' campaign launched
With the online platform 'Go4Robotics', the International Federation of Robotics (IFR) offers decision-makers in small and medium-sized companies an independent source of information for their steps towards automation.
read more...Thomas Hähn is a new member of the Executive Board
Thomas Hähn, founder and CEO of the United Robotics Group, was elected to the board of the VDMA Robotics Division.
read more...The journey continues
A look back shows what we have achieved. The exciting thing is where the journey is going! The new technologies are the signposts!
read more..."From product manufacturer to provider of solutions and software"
Robot systems play a decisive role in overcoming current challenges such as demographic change and the shortage of skilled workers, says Andreas Röhring from Kuka. He talks about this and about resilience and adaptability as a recipe for success in this interview.
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"People must remain in control"
Service robots interact with people in a wide variety of areas. But how is the acceptance of service robots? Computer&Automation spoke to Thomas Hähn, CEO of the United Robotics Group, about this.
read more..."Those who change remain true to themselves"
Volker Buchbauer cites the ability to change himself as the most important quality in Comau's 50-year history. In this interview, he explains what he means by this and why difficulties also bring opportunities.
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