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.
Machine Vision for Flexible Robotic Automation
The synergies vision guided robotics (VGR) bring to the shop floor are numerous. Learn about the types of VGR systems and the trending uses for robotic automation.
The synergies vision guided robotics (VGR) bring to the shop floor are numerous. Learn about the types of VGR systems and the trending uses for robotic automation.
Demand for automation continues to escalate as companies search for ways to optimize operations — at this time only a small percentage of factory work is automated. Factory automation has come a long way — where to next?
Robots used in arc welding processes have been the best-selling product line for the Motoman Robotics Division of Yaskawa America Inc. (Yaskawa Motoman) The division’s leadership has its eye on rapidly growing categories such as the need for traceability of parts in the automotive industry.
Proper cable and consumables selection and tool center point (TCP) control play go a long way toward improving quality and optimizing overall equipment effectiveness (OEE). Establish a thorough pre-implementation plan and monitor key issues to get the most of your investment.
More than 20% of commercial welding in the United States is done by a robot, a percentage that will grow as fabricators look for ways to streamline production. Collaborative robots (cobots) make automation a cost-effective proposition even for small shops.
Desoutter Industrial Tools (Rockhill, SC) has launched DeMeter, which uses production data to provide predictive and prescriptive insights. The new software is an element in the Desoutter Ecosystem, the company’s Industry 4.0 platform.
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In Booth B17012 Universal Robots (UR) (Ann Arbor, MI), the market leader of collaborative robots, is ready to show unique new offerings for metal fabricators including Hirebotics’ new Cobot Welder and Vectis Automation’s Heavy-Duty Water-Cooled Cobot Welding Tool and Cobot Hardfacing Tool.
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