Topic: Machine Tending

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CNC Robotics: Understanding the Basics

April 9, 2023 · CNC robotics is the combination of CNC machinery and the latest robots to improve precision and flexibility in manufacturing of both machine parts and the robots themselves.

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ANCA Integrated Manufacturing System Offers Modular System for Making Cutting Tools

April 7, 2023 · ANCA, a provider of CNC grinding machines across industries, said its AIMS can augment scarce skilled labor, be customized to each factory and process, and enable data-driven decisions.

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2023 Robotics Applications Conference Announces Call for Speakers

March 30, 2023 · The 2023 Robotics Applications Conference is seeking presenters who can share their journeys in evaluating, deploying, and managing robots and automation with fellow end users and suppliers.

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Destaco Launches Cobot End of Arm Tools Designed for Manufacturing and Materials Handling

March 28, 2023 · Destaco has announced a range of new cobot end-of-arm tools fo gripping, palletizing, machine tending, tool changing, and tool extension applications.

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ASTM International Continues Work on Mobile Manipulator Performance Standard

January 23, 2023 · ASTM International will discuss a performance standard for mobile manipulators, as scientists announce progress in research into finray-effect grippers for high-speed assembly.

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Robots Pave the Way for Reshoring Manufacturing

January 15, 2023 · Reshoring of production to the U.S. can be aided by robotics, but manufacturers must recognize how automation can help mitigate persistent labor shortages, say industry experts.

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Formant, Kinova Partner to Enable Gen3 Robot Arm Teleoperation, Encourage Adoption

December 7, 2022 · Formant explains how its browser-based application will enable smooth teleoperation of kinova's Gen3 robot arm for a variety of applications and industries.

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Mobile Manipulator Performance Standard in Development by ASTM International

November 30, 2022 · Mobile manipulator performance is the subject of a proposed standard from ASTM International's F45 committee intended to aid robot suppliers, integrators, and end users.

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Flexiv Partners With Infinity Robotics to Continue U.S. Expansion

November 8, 2022 · Flexiv, which builds adaptive robots using force control, computer vision, and AI, is working with integrator Infinity Robotics in Minnesota.

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Universal Robots to Debut New Cobot Welders With Extended Range at FABTECH 2022

November 1, 2022 · Universal Robots plans to show welding with partners Vectis Automation and Hirebotics at FABTECH. Precision Cobotics, Apera AI, and Kane Robotics will demo other UR applications.

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Epson Robots Releases DC-Powered Six Axis Robot Arm for Mobile Manipulation

October 18, 2022 · Epson Robots also announced updates to its Epson RC+ Express management software.

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First Robotics Applications Conference Shares Insights With Commercial Robot Ecosystem

October 6, 2022 · The first annual Robotics Applications Conference, presented by Robotics 24/7 and Peerless Media, featured industry experts and drew an educated audience of users, integrators, and suppliers.

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How Many Degrees of Freedom Does My Robot Arm Need?

September 25, 2022 · Degrees of freedom represents the ability of a robot to move in multiple directions, but more isn't always better. The number of axes in a design should be tied to the application.

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UR20 to be Displayed for First Time in U.S. at Universal Robots’ IMTS Booth

September 2, 2022 · Universal Robots said it will have a big presence at this year’s show and will be featured in more than 20 exhibits.

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Robotics Applications Conference Opens Attendee Registration, Announces More Speakers

August 19, 2022 · The Robotics Applications Conference features end users and integrators who will discuss how robots are actually being used in manufacturing, supply chain, and logistics.

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Universal Robots Hosts Open House in New Hampshire to Showcase Range of Cobot Applications

August 9, 2022 · Universal Robots said it sees the New England region as a major market for collaborative robot adoption.

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Robotics Can Play a Key Role in Plastic Injection Molding

July 31, 2022 · Robotics can provide efficiencies and data in injection-molding processes for plastics manufacturers. Automation can help with insert molding, packaging, and labeling.

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Are Robots at Their Upper Limit for Adoption and Deployment?

July 24, 2022 · Robot arms with multiple degrees of freedom are useful for tasks such as machine tending, but how can vendors encourage wider adoption? Specialization, says one consultant.

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Universal Robots Adds UR20 Cobot With Greater Reach and Payload to Portfolio

June 21, 2022 · Universal Robots unveiled the UR20 at Automatica and said its new collaborative robot arm is big enough to handle European palletizing and numerous other applications.

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New Acieta Welding Cobot Offers to Alleviate Labor Challenges, Provide Consistent Weld Quality

June 9, 2022 · Acieta said at Automate that its new FastARC CX1000 collaborative robot welding system is designed to be efficient, mobile, and easy for manufacturers to use.

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