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…objects in motion is robotic painting or sandblasting of large objects such as transportation containers. A robot equipped with MotionCam-3D Color can inspect a container and recognize any 3D surface deformation and colored defects such as rust. Based on the results, the robot can then move to the next steps. They may include rust and paint removal, blast cleaning (e.g.…
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…wake of digitization. Whether welding, painting, soldering, or palletizing, industrial robots work dynamically. A flexible multi-axis dress pack such as triflex® R from igus makes it possible to guide and secure cables and hoses used on multi-axis robots. igus has developed the i.Sense TR.B, a real-time breakage monitoring system for the multi-dimensional triflex R robotic dress pack to detect potential…
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…ability such as conversation and painting at the conference. The company said the system is powered by Baidu's solid foundation in machine learning, powered by PaddlePaddle, Baidu's deep learning platform, and Baidu's large-scale knowledge enhancement models. During the show, Baidu will release a new large-scale AI model customized for a key industry with rising potential to boost efficiency. Some of…
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…a flexible and accurate medium-sized painting robot that can provide shorter cycle times, process optimization, and a digital platform to ensure premium paint quality and uptime. It added that the connected, sensor-equipped, robotic paint atomizer allows real-time smart diagnostics by providing an environmentally friendly, turnkey system for increasing uptime and eliminating defects. The IRB 5510 FlexPainter can increase transfer efficiency…
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…HVLP spray gun will simulate painting the part. The demonstration will highlight the robot’s ability to quickly adapt to randomly-oriented or shifting parts. The R-2000iD/210FH robot equipped with integrated FANUC Servo Gun Control and a hollow arm for spot welding dress out will perform simulated spot welding in and around a truck cab. The FANUC’s SR-12iA SCARA robot will pack…
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…offers precision, sustainability Multi-colored car painting has traditionally been a laborious and costly process involving multiple stages of masking and unmasking. ABB said its PixelPaint technology “reimagines” the paint application process and reflects the growing demand for sustainable personalization in the automotive industry, particularly in exterior paint. PixelPaint allows for a detailed, colorful, and exact replication of any design, according…
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…such as arc welding or painting,” according to MassRobotics. The startup recently conducted a successful demonstration at Newport News, Va., where the U.S. Navy is facing a shortage of skilled welders in its shipyards. Welders were able to use Scalable Robotics' code-free point-and-click system to quickly instruct a robot to conduct multiple precision welds, said Tom Fuhlbrigge, founder and CEO.…
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…Cobot applications are expanding into painting, quality testing, material handling, and more. Other manufacturers connect with cobots One of the biggest applications of collaborative arms, as of late, has been arc welding, said Joe Campbell, senior manager of strategic marketing and application development at Universal Robots. Arc welding involves connecting pieces of metal electrically and is often used by metal…
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…processes, such as pressing and painting.” The company said it is partnering with autonomous driving software and hardware technology providers on the base Mover platform. MOOVE said its customizable interface can be adapted to suit customer use cases that demand specific automatic and autonomous solutions. For instance, PeopleMover can carry up to 19 passengers. Sensible 4 noted that because its…
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…in place. Explosive environment (e.g. painting) Not possible for cobots: Currently no explosive environment-rated cobots. Good fit: Paint robots are readily available for this application. This high-level table is a good place to start when considering your application, but the situation becomes more complex when there are competing constraints, such as high speed and working near humans. Understand your problems…
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…for tasks from welding to painting to material handling. Industrial robots in automotive assembly. Source: SwRI Traditional robots are isolated from humans by cages with complex safety systems in place to ensure that workers cannot be injured while the robot is moving. This is essential because a traditional robot is a heavy piece of machinery moving at high speeds. Without…
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…can handle a variety of painting needs for a large company or the smaller batch needs of small and midsized companies. The robot features a variety of mounting positions, enabling companies to use it in small and narrow workspaces. Kawasaki KJ155 The KJ155 painting robot. Source: Kawasaki Kawasaki Heavy Industries Ltd.’s KJ155 explosion-proof paint robot features a 3R (roll, roll,…
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…manufacturers and partners for welding, painting, and other solutions, exhibitors said. “FANUC released our CRX robot for material handling a couple of years ago, then released our CRX collaborative arc welding robot in the middle of the pandemic, about a year ago,” said Paul Webster, CNC engineering manager at FANUC. “Now it’s really taking off.” Webster said that the CRX…
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…2D and 3D CAD/CAM software, painting and component finishing facilities, and more. AMP said it works with both robotics and the latest in linear transport technology to design systems to meet customer needs. The company’s systems can be single-point machines or complete packing lines from primary packaging to palletizing. “Three or four years ago, we started to focus on automation…
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…PixelPaint increases efficiency in car painting and eliminates the need for overspraying, benefitting the environment. “The jury is pleased to honor ABB’s PixelPaint technology, with the 17th IERA Award,” stated Rob Ambrose, jury chair. “The innovative solution for automated car painting combines more flexibility and customization with reduced wasted paint for the well-being of the environment.” The IERA Award highlights…
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North America’s largest robotics and automation event winds down
