FANUC releases new CNC, ROBODRILL machining robots at IMTS 2024
August 30, 2024
FANUC announced the release of two new robots at IMTS 2024, the 500-I A CNC for machining and the ROBODRILL α-D28LiB5ADV Plus Y500 vertical machining center.
Special Focus Issue
Machine vision to increase robot precision
August 29, 2024
This edition of the Robotics 24/7 Special Focus Issue examines how enhancements in machine vision and artificial intelligence make robots more precise.
Case Study: Kardex AutoStore AS/RS deployed for MAHLE Aftermarket
August 29, 2024
Automotive parts supplier MAHLE Aftermarket adjusted to more small package orders using an AutoStore robotic cube automated storage and retrieval system deployed by Kardex.
COVAL releases second generation CVGC carbon vacuum gripper for cobots
August 23, 2024
COVAL release the second generation of its CVGC carbon vacuum gripper for cobots with a redesigned look that looks to enhance its performance and compatibility.
Flexiv partners with O-DEAR, debuts Moonlight adaptive delta robot at TAiROS 2024
August 22, 2024
Robotic provider Flexiv announced a collaboration with Taiwanese automation supplier and integrator O-DEAR and the release of its Moonlight adaptive Delta Robot at TAiROS 2024.
Mitsubishi Electric launches ARIA pre-engineered robot work cell
August 13, 2024
Mitsubishi Electric launched its ARIA pre-engineered robot work cell, a small footprint, fully configurable offering with a broad array of options and preprogrammed software packages.
ARM Institute to fund $2.9 million for six new projects
August 12, 2024
ARM selected six U.S. manufacturing development projects from its 24-01 Project Call to receive $2.9 million in funding, including AI, cobot, and machine learning technology.
Mitsubishi Electric launches new robot series for heavier payloads, longer reach
August 10, 2024
Mitsubishi Electric launched its newest robot line, the RV-35/50/80FR series to handle large workpieces and heavy objects to expand automation opportunities for OEMs and end users.
Figure AI unveils second-generation humanoid robot Figure 02
August 8, 2024
Figure AI revealed its second-generation humanoid robot, Figure 02, with a revamped design and the addition of neural network technology via OpenAI.
Soft Robotics divests hardware business to Schmalz, rebrands
August 6, 2024
Oxipital AI will focus on providing its deep-learning machine vision systems for manufacturing robotics after divesting its gripper hardware business to the Schmalz Group.
Meltio announces new partnership with Jupiter Machine Tool, Union MechaTronic
August 5, 2024
Meltio, Jupiter Machine Tool and Union MechaTronic signed an OEM manufacturing agreement that will develop and sell Jupiter JMT Hybrid CNC Machines with Meltio’s patented DED technology.
Accufacture unveils Alchemist 1 robotic additive manufacturing cell
July 19, 2024
Accufacture released its Alchemist 1 robotic additive manufacturing cell engineered with Meltio’s wire-laser metal 3D printing technology to deliver large, fully dense metal parts.
ForwardX Robotics launches Flex 300-L Mini AMR
July 18, 2024
Complementing last week’s launch of the Flex 300-SCB Mini, ForwardX Robotics announced its deck-lifting Flex 300-L Mini, featuring the same 31.5 by 18.9 inch footprint.
SkyWater, Lumotive announce qualification, production start for optical beamforming chip
July 17, 2024
Skywater Technology and Lumotive announced a collaboration that will implement Lumotive’s solid-state optical beamforming tech in SkyWater’s manufacturing environment.
Robotics integrator enVista accepted into MHI robotics industry group
July 15, 2024
Robotics and supply chain integrator enVista is now one of 42 companies accepted into MHI’s robotics group for its leading robotics integration services.
Cognibotics HKM1800 robot arm provides flexible, scalable pick-and-place offering
July 5, 2024
Cognibotics HKM1800 pick-and-place robot provides flexibility and scalability, and the company believes it is the fastest offering in warehouse and distribution environments.
Ampure achieves EVAL Platinum level certification for workplace charging
July 4, 2024
Ampure received the highest level of EVAL certification for its two Los Angeles locations for electric vehicle and industrial charging offerings.
Orbbec Gemini 330 series Stereo Vision cameras integrate with NVIDIA Isaac Robotics platform
July 3, 2024
The Orbbec Gemini 330 series Stereo Vision 3D cameras integrate with the NVIDIA Isaac Perceptor reference workflow for AMRs built on the GPU-accelerated Isaac ROS.
Formant introduces advanced analytics feature that allows users to gather more data insights
July 2, 2024
Formant released its new Formant Analytics feature that gathers more data-driven insights for robotics companies and integrators for better decision making.
ForwardX Robotics announces partnership with Voyatzoglou to expand distribution in Europe
July 2, 2024
ForwardX Robotics announced a partnership with Voyatzoglou and its subsidiary EuroFit to serve as distributors of assisted picking AMRs in Greece and Romania.
