Automation

Engel Acquires Polish Robotics Supplier

Engel says TMA Automation will further its growth in Eastern Europe with technologies that complement its own robotics offerings.

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industry 4.0

Robotic Automation Systems Opens New Facility

The turnkey automation and robotic system integrator for plastics opened a new 13,000-ft2 site in Waunakee Wis., tripling space from the previous facility.

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Automation

Cobots Gain Versatility in Mounting

Two Motoman cobots come in new versions with a standard ISO mounting flange and Ethernet communications.

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industry 4.0

Roll Stand Offers More Automation, Process Control

Processors benefit from technical and bottom line advantages of the roll stand’s inverted-down, multi-roll design.  

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Automation

Larger Soft Gripper for Delicate Parts

Silicone fingers plus a vacuum cavity grip fragile and oddly shaped parts up to 4 in. wide.

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Automation

Absolute Robot Authorized as Fanuc Robot System Integrator

Absolute Robot is now an authorized Fanuc Robot System integrator, adding Fanuc’s 6-axis robot line to its current product offerings.

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Robot Synchronizes Movement with Machine for Faster Takeout

The new “synchronous motion” function from KraussMaffei Automation reportedly shortens demolding time by up to 35% while allowing up to 6% faster cycles.

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business

TV Ad Sells Anti-Manufacturing Bias?

A new TV ad celebrates women’s opportunities for professional advancement. But does it hint that manufacturing isn’t one of those opportunities?

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sustainability

Packaging Project Combines Thin Walls, Recycled Content and High Speeds

A collaborative project to produce a 5-liter thin-walled pail brought together Arburg and specialists in mold making, automation, in-mold labeling, material handling and resin supply.

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Muller Technology Announces New COO

The Fort Collins, Colo. based supplier of automation cells has named Thom Mandl as its new COO.

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