Automation/Robotics
Automation is the individual use or integrated configuration of computer software, machines or other technologies ranging from fully mechanical systems to fully virtual networks, very simple to intensely complex in functionality, to carry out a task that would typically be done by a human worker. Robotics is a segment of automation involving a machine (robot) capable of making independent movements programmed to perform complex tasks ranging from simple handling of parts to full machine tending, welding, grinding and other operations typically performed by a human worker.
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Servo motors and robots are transforming additive applications. Learn the latest tips and applications when implementing robotic automation and advanced motion control for additive and subtractive manufacturing, as well as what’s next: think hybrid additive/subtractive methods.
Servo motors and robots are transforming additive applications. Learn the latest tips and applications when implementing robotic automation and advanced motion control for additive and subtractive manufacturing, as well as what’s next: think hybrid additive/subtractive methods.
Collaborative-style robots combined with mobile robots are increasing shop capability and interacting more freely with their human coworkers.
There are key areas manufacturers must be mindful of when creating a completely integrated smart factory, especially where robotic automation is concerned.
Bill Berutti, CEO at Plex Systems, sums up the status of manufacturing and digitization: “Smart manufacturing isn’t something that will happen years down the road … it’s real, it’s imperative and it’s happening now.”
AMT – The Association For Manufacturing Technology President Doug Woods outlines the six transformative technologies that are helping companies meet swiftly changing market demand without sacrificing quality or employee safety.
In Booth B-17048, Kawasaki Robotics (USA) Inc. (Wixom, MI) will feature a new addition to its R series of advanced general-purpose robot arms.
In Booths B-23022 and D-45535, FANUC America Corp. (Rochester Hills, MI) will feature the new model of its LR Mate series of tabletop industrial robots, the LR Mate 200iD/14L, among its products.
Zyter Inc.’s (Rockville, MD) Smart Factories offers an end-to-end intelligent solution connecting factory floor machinery, workers, and building systems by using the latest Internet of Things (IoT) technology devices on the company’s digital transformation platform.
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