Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 13.60
December 11, 2022
…boost they need. The use of robots in electronics manufacturing can result in reduced waste, greater efficiency, and a safer working environment. Annual installations of industrial automation for the electrical and electronics industry have grown 24%, from 89,000 in 2019 to 137,000 in 2021, according to the International Federation of Robotics (IFR). This makes it one of the biggest users of robots. Here are five potential advantages from robotics for electronics manufacturers: 1. Rapid quality control One of the most convenient aspects of using robots is their ability to automate quality-control (QC) inspections. This can be a highly time-consuming stage…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 16.95
December 06, 2022
SME, a nationally recognized certifying body in manufacturing, announced last week that it has developed and will offer the Robotics in Manufacturing Fundamentals, or RMF, credential. The new certification focuses on assessing a candidate's comprehension of fundamental robotics concepts. It is designed for workers currently looking to upskill or reskill into manufacturing careers before pursuing equipment-specific or career pathway-specific training in robotics. The credential can help individuals begin a lifelong career in an industry where there is opportunity for advancement and good-paying jobs, according to the organization. SME developed the RMF credential with two leading organizations in the robotics education…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 12.06
December 01, 2022
…chain disruptions. The company said it will leverage its technology to help the area stay resilient. “The move indicates a big leap for OMRON towards realising our vision of “Enriching the Future for People, Industries and the Globe by innovative-Automation” through expanding the presence & reach of OMRON AUTOMATION CENTERS in niche but growing industries,” said Junta Tsujinaga, OMRON managing executive officer. “Our long-term vision—Shaping the Future 2030 (SF 2030)—takes into account the dynamic, diversified, and complex world of manufacturing led by Industry 4.0 and digitization,” he added. “With the region's diverse knowledge and maturity levels in automation, we believe…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.95
November 25, 2022
…Han's Robot develops, promotes, and applies intelligent robots in manufacturing, healthcare, logistics, education, and other industries. The company said it has attracted more than $100 million in funding and over 500 talented workers from 25 countries and regions. The core research and development team at Han's Robot has more than 10 years of industry and technology experience. With its intelligent perception system, zero-code programming, and zero-slip power failure, the company said its arc welding robot provides cost savings and efficiency gains. It will lead “the welding industry into a new era of automation,” claimed Han's Robot. The global market for…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.57
October 22, 2022
…line and more like a robotic work cell in manufacturing. Not that packaging with robots is an entirely new frontier—they are often used to package goods coming off manufacturing lines. The difference today is that robots are edging further into e-commerce pack-out, where rather than dealing with one SKU, the robot needs the intelligence to handle thousands of SKUs that may come its way. What’s more, the leveraging of intelligent robotics for e-commerce packaging isn’t futuristic, it’s actually being done. Companies like MSC Industrial, apo.com and DCL Logistics are leveraging robots to place goods directly into shippable cartons. Warehouse robotics…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.63
October 16, 2022
…a result, The New York Times recently reported that manufacturing in the U.S. added a net gain of 67,000 workers over pre-pandemic levels for the first time since the 1970s. The Times suggested that this uptick is in large measure in response to supply chain issues with China and localizing inventories with new “grey-collar” jobs managing robots. I think Erik Nieves, CEO of Plus One Robotics, said it best at the summit: “Well, it was clear that there was not going to be enough labor to manage all of the deliveries and the packaging as we continue to move our…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.96
September 25, 2022
…are hundreds of software options that can typically be applied to a given robot and controller,” commented Greg Martin, an engineer at Bastian Solutions. “Thus, it is important to understand the robotic programming details and requirements.” As Martin emphasized, software can make a significant difference in ease of use with robots with more DoF. If more axes are needed, the right programming can be helpful for simplifying operations. Find the right degrees of freedom There are all kinds of robots on the market today. In the future, robots could play an even more prominent role in manufacturing and many other…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 12.81
September 02, 2022
…once-in-a-generation opportunity to build the region’s robotics and autonomy technology sector.” The board is co-chaired by Stefani Pashman, CEO of the Allegheny Conference on Community Development, and Farnam Jahanian, president of Carnegie Mellon University. The Southwestern Pennsylvania New Economy Collaborative said its partners include labor groups, educational institutions, workforce and economic development organizations, businesses, and more. During the application process, the collaborative convened a coalition of more than 90 public and private organizations representing 11 counties in southwestern Pennsylvania. The counties were Allegheny, Armstrong, Beaver, Butler, Cambria, Fayette, Greene, Indiana, Lawrence, Washington, and Westmoreland. The Pittsburgh Robotics Network (PRN) is…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 19.42
September 02, 2022
…Therapeutics last month said it has partnered with Agilent Technologies Inc. to develop “robust, scalable, and reliable automation” for Mytide's BioFab2 platform. BioFab2 combines chemistry, robotics, and machine learning to advance and accelerate peptide and peptide conjugate manufacturing. Under the terms of their agreement, Agilent will supply Mytide with analytical and preparative chromatography equipment. The partnership's stated goal is to hasten the development of life-saving therapeutics for clinical impact. “It is extremely difficult to maintain data quality within high-throughput pipelines to apply advances in AI due to data reproducibility, quality, and sparsity,” said Dale Thomas, co-founder of Mytide Therapeutics. “By…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.33
September 01, 2022
…it is investing in Stretch as part of its “Applied Innovation focus.” It added it regularly tests out new technology in specific locations before deciding to integrate it throughout North America. “At a time when companies need to evolve to meet consumer expectations, NFI has stepped in as the innovative logistics partner, contributing to our customers’ competitive edge,” said Sid Brown, CEO of NFI in statement. “Our innovation portfolio emphasizes productivity and safety in NFI’s operations. With Stretch, we will enhance the movement of freight through our facilities while providing a safer environment for our employees.” The company said it…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 18.11
August 31, 2022
…Logistics, or Fraunhofer IML, are using NVIDIA Omniverse for applied research in logistics for fulfillment and manufacturing. They are also using NVIDIA Isaac Sim for simulation in robot design. Fraunhofer IML's goal is to ease the transition from automated guided vehicles (AGVs) to faster-moving autonomous mobile robots (AMRs). This advancement in automation promises to significantly accelerate logistics, said the Dortmund, Germany-based institute. “We’re heading the research aspects for AMRs, and we’re looking at how we can go as fast and as safely as possible in logistics scenarios,” said Julian Eẞer, a robotics and artificial intelligence researcher at Fraunhofer IML. Joseph…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.97
August 15, 2022
…on bringing grasping intelligence powered by computer vision and applied machine learning to solve real-world problems. The company is based in Somerville, Mass. RightHand said the Gartner report shares significant findings and recommendations for customers looking to buy autonomous systems. The firm observed a strong and growing interest in robots for use in warehouses, distribution centers, and manufacturing environments. What is Intralogistics Smart Robotics? Gartner describes intralogistics smart robotics (ISRs) as a special class of flexible, intelligent, and often mobile intralogistics systems. They are cyber-physical systems that leverage embedded sensors and AI technologies to sense their surroundings, operate and complete…
