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Kuka is realigning a sub-division in the Robotics segment, which is responsible for automated manufacturing solutions such as cells and special machines. The aim is to give it a sustainable business model in economically challenging times.
read more...As Managing Director of Universal Robots (Germany) and Regional Sales Director for Western and Northern Europe, Helmut Schmid is now responsible for all of the company's activities in Northern Europe in addition to the DACH and Benelux countries: in Denmark, Sweden, Norway and Finland.
read more...The human hand is still considered the benchmark when it comes to the flexibility of gripping tools. In service and assistance robotics in particular, humanoid manipulators that enable a wide range of gripping variants will be increasingly in demand in the future.
read more...The timber construction industry has so far only made limited use of automated production processes. A joint project between the University of Stuttgart and plant manufacturer BEC at this year's Federal Horticultural Show (Buga) demonstrates what robotics could achieve in this area.
read more...The development of cobots into a commodity product is closely linked to the issue of safety in robotics - a challenge that needs to be mastered efficiently.
read more...Artificial intelligence promises more productivity and more efficient processes in the factory, in embedded systems and in vehicle technology. Take the opportunity to present yourself as a competent partner at our 'Artificial Intelligence Forum'!
read more...Despite the difficult economic situation, this year's SPS once again proved to be the leading trade fair for smart and digital automation. Almost 64,000 visitors came to Nuremberg.
read more...Grippers for collaborative industrial robotics must support the flexibility of robots - in terms of adaptation, commissioning and operation. Dr. Kurt Schmalz, Managing Partner of vacuum technology manufacturer J. Schmalz, explains the background.
read more...In future, grippers for industrial robotics will no longer just pick up and position components, but will also subject them to a pass/fail test and document process stability. Prof. Markus Glück, Managing Director Research & Development at Schunk, comments.
read more...In Industrial Production 4.0, classic industrial robots may be able to work without a fence. But what are the requirements for this? Christopher Schneider, Product Manager Collaborative Robots at the Robotics Division of Yaskawa Europe in Allershausen, provides the answers.
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