Archive for May 2021
Vention and OnRobot Partner to Bring a One-Stop-Shop for Cobot Applications to Manufacturers Globally
Vention, a manufacturing automation platform (MAP), announced its partnership with OnRobot, which makes tools for collaborative applications. This partnership combines Vention’s online-first manufacturing automation platform with OnRobot’s of plug-and-play end-of-arm to accelerate the design and deployment of end-to-end cobot applications. Vention’s MAP reportedly provides users with the engineering software and modular hardware they need to…
Read MoreCase Study: Automated palletizing of sweet tea and juice from a cold room
While palletizing cartons is a regular automation application, doing so from a cold room that is regularly hosed with water to stay clean is a specific challenge. Motion Controls Robotics overcame these by using vacuum technology from Piab supplied by Neff Group Distributors. Stockholm, Sweden Bringing sweet tea and juice to the market requires palletizing…
Read MoreIndustrial Mezzanines: Supporting Fulfillment in 2021
Ecommerce giants are seeking out mezzanines to accommodate demand in the COVID-19 economy. By Dave Milner, Contributor In the wake up the global pandemic, the shift of consumer purchasing to online retail has accelerated. According to the U.S. Department of Commerce, fourth quarter 2020 ecommerce sales are estimated to have increased 32.1% (±2.1%) over the…
Read MoreFanuc Expands Line of High-Performance Scara Robots
America, the leading supplier of CNCs, robotics, and ROBOMACHINEs has expanded its line of high-performance SCARA ROBOTS, offering more reach and payload options to companies with assembly, packaging, pick and place, and inspection processes. FANUC’s family of 4-axis SCARA robots has grown to include the SR-3iA, SR-6iA, SR-12iA, and new SR-20iA models with 3 kilograms,…
Read MorePower Tool Safety: Small Variables Can Cause High Risk
We tend to think of power tools as virtually indestructible extensions of ourselves. After all, the word power is right there in the name. While it’s true that a properly cared-for power tool should provide years of trouble-free service, the key phrase is “properly cared for.” Because, in truth, the internals of power tools contain…
Read MoreCPR with the American Heart Association
Barbara Kinter, Program Manager/Training Center Coordinator and American Heart Association (AHA) Volunteer, answers frequently asked questions about cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). 1. What exactly does CPR do? CPR does for the victim person what the victim person is unable to do for themselves – their heart and lungs are not working, so we work for them.…
Read MoreDigital Tools in Production
Author: Kirsten Rein There are many ways of improving processes by digitalization. And the current situation shows how urgently needed a fundamental re-think is – ideally across the complete product lifecycle. Automation and digital applications deliver flexible availability, sustainability, price stability and personalization. This constitutes added value for producers, buyers und users. If a machine…
Read MoreTVH Americas Keeps You Covered with ClearCap
TVH in the Americas (TVH), a leading provider of quality replacement parts and accessories for the material handling and industrial equipment industries, is proud to offer ClearCap™ Forklift Covers. These covers feature a simplistic yet effective design to keep your operator comfortable and safe no matter what kind of environment they are working in. ClearCap…
Read MoreWiley X Gears Up for Industrial Safety Month
Protecting eyes at the workplace or job site is of critical importance. Wiley X®, the leading premium protective eyewear brand, proudly prepares for Industrial Safety Month, coming June, with a stunning assortment of ANSI-rated protective eyewear to keep the eyes of workers from any industry safe. Founded in 1987 by Myles R. Freeman Sr., a proud U.S.…
Read MoreA+A 2021 To Feature Robotics Park
The main theme, “Digitalization”, at A+A 2021, International Trade Fair with Congress for Safety, Security and Health at Work, will also be reflected by the Robotics Park. At this special exhibit area and the associated Selfexperience Space and the Exoworkathlon, numerous exhibitors, the Fraunhofer IPA Institute and the University of Stuttgart IFF will present how…
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