Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 17.32
…(EOAT),” stated Madeleine Sheikh, product manager at the Piab Vacuum Automation Division, in a release. “What we have here is a complete pre-engineered bag gripper that is easy to install, adjust and maintain,” she added. “It offers flexibility to fit any roller conveyor on the market, and slip sheets are handled just as easy by our vacuum-based upgrade option with Duraflex suction cups and COAX technology.” Piab Group has sold gripping, lifting, and moving systems since 1951. The Täby, Sweden-based company said automation can eliminate resource waste and worker injuries. It has reported annual sales of about $175 million (U.S.).…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 17.96
…arm, software The PE20 is equipped with Robotiq's PowerPick20 vacuum gripper for performance and versatility. The gripper has a high payload to weight ratio, allowing to optimize the net UR20 lift capacity to 18 kg, it said. “PowerPick20 is the only standard gripper on the market that is designed specifically for palletizing applications using Universal Robots' next generation arm, the UR20,” said Desjardins. The PowerPick20 vacuum gripper is designed for palletizing with the UR20 cobot arm. Source: Robotiq PowerPick20 includes a dual-channel external controller. According to Robotiq, enhanced control over the vacuum flow allows for optimizing multiple case picks as…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.06
…a flat circular disc similar to a large robotic vacuum, the P800 robots roll at more than 3.5 mph and can lift and move over 2,200 lb. The P800 robots move simultaneously on the floor throughout a designated area of the warehouse and under racks. Geek+ software assigns routes and duties to the AMRs based on inbound customer orders. Once parked underneath a rack, the robot lifts the rack and drives it to a warehouse employee several yards away so the employee can pick products. The robot can also rotate the rack to offer products from two opposite sides. All…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 26.09
The combination of a collaborative robot and state-of-the-art vacuum technology can relieve worker strain during lifting operations, according to euroTECH Vertriebs GmbH. The company this week said it is the exclusive distribution partner of Cobot Lift ApS in Germany. Collaborative robot arms can safely work alongside people, saving time and money as well as protecting health, said Slagelse, Denmark-based Cobot Lift, which manufactures mobile and stationary systems. Cobot Lift upgrades lifting payload Cobot Lift said it has upgraded the performance of its system by increasing the payload of the integrated UR10 robot from 10 to 45 kg (22 to 99.2…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.74
…flow of order fulfillment moving, day and night. Using vacuum grippers, the robot grabs hold of individual shoe boxes from shelves, sorts them correctly, and concurrently replaces the void that it created with more inventory. Bearing the burden of warehouse workers Picking robots, as well as collaborative robots, not only help make fulfillment centers more efficient, but they also take the load off warehouse workers so they may attend to more important tasks and overarching objectives. Workers are less burdened with mundane tasks that can now be performed by fetch robots. Employees can keep tabs on the AMRs and event…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.54
…outside, creating a simple, consumer-installed system that eliminates expensive through-wall cabling and technician visits. Autonomous home robots such as vacuum cleaners and pool cleaners that cut the cords and precise docking requirements. Powermat’s technology enables underwater charging in a soon-to-be-announced new pool cleaning robot. Petah Tiqva, Israel-based Powermat said it will support any customers wanting help productizing their mid-power wireless power systems using Powermat’s new PMT350 600 platform, under the companies’ recently announced partnership.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.69
…the anecdote of a Pepsi commercial with a non-iRobot vacuum that acclimated consumers to the possibility of home cleaning robots. “What can we do now with the technology?” she asked. “If you can’t get a product-market fit at a reasonable price, don’t bother.” Companies should also have discipline, said Peter Ashe, vice president of operations at mobile robot provider Locus Robotics. He observed that the robotics-as-a-service (RaaS) model is not just for shifting capital expenditures to operational expenses, but it’s also helpful for maintaining customer engagement. RaaS is good for getting recurring revenue, but the return on investment (ROI) still…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.62
…There are robotics companies out there operating in a vacuum. They might be one of the only robotics companies in their town or city or maybe even in their state. It's beneficial for them to know if they were interested in moving to Pittsburgh or operating in Pittsburgh, they wouldn’t struggle to get the talent that they need. They wouldn't struggle so much to find opportunities for investments. They wouldn't struggle so much to find good supply chain customers as they grow. They can build their prototypes and start to productize and commercialize. All that is here. It's here, and…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.80
…the wheels and reducing risks of clogs in the vacuum hose and tank. The Bulk Navigator utilizes advanced localization algorithms, allowing the robot to clean in the most dynamic and challenging environments. Advanced Obstacle Detection identifies and avoids obstacles on the floor including pallets and forklift/pallet mover tines through machine learning capabilities. “Neo 2W is the result of extensive involvement from customers based on their experiences using autonomous robots in warehouse settings. Avidbots gathered feedback, tested prototypes in real-life scenarios and utilized this data to deliver a truly purpose-built robot,” he said. “Given this robust process, we’re able to deliver…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 23.38
…it has acquired COVAL SAS, a leading vendor of vacuum automation components and systems. It has also entered into an agreement to acquire IB Verfahrens- und Anlagentechnik GmbH, which develops and builds systems for filling, emptying, metering, and conveying bulk materials. “COVAL has a perfect strategic fit for our business,” said Gustav Falconer, president of Piab's vacuum automation division. “The market for industrial automation is growing rapidly, and we foresee very strong growth opportunities with the addition of COVAL´s competitive portfolio and highly skilled employees.” Täby, Sweden-based Piab Group has sold progressive gripping, lifting, and moving systems since 1951. The…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 19.71
…can easily select the palletizing kit type and pre-determined vacuum cup size necessary for the application. Off-the-shelf kits eliminate the need to design tools, Destaco said. Destaco offers broad range of EOAT tools Other cobot tooling solutions that Destaco is now offering include: CB-200 Quick-Move Base: Allows the cobot to be moved from one workstation to another without the need to reprogram the robot. ARV-C Vacuum Gripper: Can pick up and move product via one airline with an auto-release vacuum generator; available in nine sizes and shapes. MG Magnet Gripper: Allows the picking of ferrous material or components with one…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 22.32
…have options for several different end effectors, including soft vacuum grippers. Soft robotic grippers improve the range of delicate parts clean room robots can handle, but careful programming is still necessary to ensure precision and accuracy. Yamaha makes Cartesian robots for clean room applications. Source: Yamaha How to prevent robot-related contamination Despite the risks, adopting clean room robots has clear benefits for businesses. In fact, the increasing adoption of robotics is largely due to their increasing capabilities. But what can businesses do to minimize the risks associated with clean room robots so they can perform their jobs safely? Robotics developers…