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Understanding Digital Twinning and Simulation in Robotics

The successful application of robotic automation has led to a host of benefits, from improved quality and efficiency, to greater productivity and profitability in a wide range of industries, including manufacturing, logistics, healthcare, agriculture, food processing, and more. As the Internet of Things (IoT) expands and technical innovation continues, robotic automation will find even more … Continued

New Video Highlights Robotic Sanding System

Wood Furniture Sanding System Developed by Remtec FANUC recently released a new video highlighting an automated robotic sanding system for wood chairs, which was developed by Remtec Automation. This automated system utilizes two FANUC M-10iA/10M robots equipped with FANUC FS-15iA Force Sensors to effectively and efficiently sand wooden chairs of varying profiles and styles.  The … Continued

Robotic Vision Inspection – Set Sights on Better Quality

The most successful manufacturers and businesses are always on the lookout for ways to improve quality. Problems with quality can be costly in terms of missed deadlines, incorrect orders, and defective product returns. The pursuit of quality is not limited to perfect products and error-free customer service. Process quality is another important measure by which … Continued

Remtec to Exhibit at Automate 2019

Automate is the premier automation technology event showcasing the latest innovations in robotic, vision and motion control automation technologies. Automate 2019 is scheduled to take place April 8 – 11, 2019 in Chicago, Illinois at the McCormick Place complex. Held once every two years in the United States, Automate is the broadest automation solutions event … Continued

Dairy Industry Growth Increases Demand for Robotics

A new study conducted by Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies (PMMI), indicates that the dairy industry will be a significant growth market for packaging equipment solutions, including robotic technology. Worldwide milk production is projected to reach 827 million tons by 2020, which is 19 percent over 2010. According to the 2013 edition of “Dairy … Continued

Food Safety Modernization Act Drives Need for Robotic Solutions

As the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s proposed regulations for the implementation of the Food Safety Modernization Act (FEMA) are being issued, food processors are focusing on implementing significant operational changes. Robotics is a solution many food and beverage producers are looking toward to help them reach compliance goals. The main component of the preventive … Continued

Robotics Major Driver For New Job Creation

According to the findings of a study conducted by the market research firm, Metra Martech, Positive Impact of Industrial Robots on Employment, robotics will be a significant driver for worldwide job creation over the next five years. The study, first published in 2011, was supplemented earlier this year with an updated report to account for more recent data. … Continued

Robotic Capabilities Expand with Intelligent End-of-Arm Tooling

End-of-arm tooling (EOAT) has gotten smart with new enhancements that further expand robotic capabilities. Application specific gripper technology has made robotic technology employable for a wider range of applications. Other capability-expanding developments in EOAT include advanced tooling, tool changers, and easy to use control modules. According to a recent article appearing in Robotics Online, flexibility is a … Continued

Robots Provide Custom Solutions By Design

While many industrial equipment components are customized and packaged to provide automation solutions, robotic technology offers an approach that is fundamentally different. Robots are designed specifically to perform specialized tasks with speed, consistency, and accuracy. Developed with integrated controls and software architecture, robots provide customized solutions by design. In an article from Robotics Online, Claude Dinsmoor, … Continued

First Quarter Shows Robot Use Increasing in the US

The benefits of robotic automation are being experienced bymore and more industries as the Robotic Industries Association (RIA) reports a record setting $369.5 million worth of robot orders shipped by North American robotics manufacturers the first quarter of this year. This represents 5,736 units, a 24.6% increase in the number of units sold and 23.3% increase … Continued

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