FANUC Robotics Expands Certified Robot Training Program With M-1iA Robot
FANUC Robotics America, Inc. has added its M-1iA robot to the Certified Education Robot Training (CERT) program line-up. Launched in 2008, the CERT program certifies instructors at educational institutions to train their students to program FANUC robots through on-line and hands-on training courses.
The CERT program’s educational mobile lab includes an industrial robot, integrated vision system, programmable logic controller, and ROBOGUIDE simulation software. Schools may now select either an LR Mate 200iC or…
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Tagged: Fanuc, M-1ia robot, Cert, Certified education robot training
SICK Launches OLM High-Speed, Long-Range Fine Positioning Sensor
SICK, a manufacturer of sensors, safety systems, machine vision, and automatic identification products for factory and logistics automation, announced the launch of its new OLM Distance Measurement Positioning Sensor. The OLM is used for high-speed, high-precision positioning of overhead cranes, rail and transfer cars, monorails, shuttles, elevators and other vehicles. The vehicle can be positioned around curves and inclines where traditional laser measurement systems cannot be used.
SICK has the largest and most…
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Tagged: Olm distance measurement positioning sensor, Sick, Positioning sensor
ABB Introduces Hybrid System Integrating Articulated Robot Automation With a Linear Gantry
ABB Robotics, a supplier of industrial robots, has developed a hybrid system integrating articulated robot automation with a linear gantry, delivering a unique combination of cost efficiency and performance benefits. The new IRB 6620LX is a 5-axis overhead robot arm mounted on a linear axis, providing improved flexibility, faster cycle times and an extended working range for machine tending, material handling, assembly and many other industrial…
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Tagged: Material handling, Linear gantry, Abb robotics, Assembly, Irb 6620lx, Machine tending
Maximizing Efficiency of Store-Friendly Pallets with Automated Mixed-Case Palletizing
by Jim McMahon
Many high-throughput distribution centers face a growing logistics challenge – the need to prepare a wider variety of orders to ship and arrive on schedule and with a near zero tolerance of errors. Sometimes comprising thousands or tens-of-thousands of different stock-keeping unit (SKUs) and in an assortment of package styles, these items need to be stored, picked and stacked…
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Tagged: Distribution center, Mixed-case pallets, Amcap, Mixed-case palletizing
Crate and Barrel Adopts Kiva Warehouse Automation System
Kiva Systems (http://www.kivasystems.com), a developer of mobile-robotic solutions that automate order fulfillment and warehouse operations, announced that retailer Crate and Barrel has purchased a Kiva system for its Tracy, Calif. Distribution Complex (DC). The Tracy DC will fulfill direct-to-consumer orders and improve service levels in thirteen western states. This Crate and Barrel DC is…
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Tagged: Warehouse automation, Kiva systems, Leadership in energy and environmental design, Leed, Crate and barrel
ABB Secures Agreement to Provide Robotic Automation to A123 Systems for Advanced Battery Application
ABB Robotics, a supplier of industrial robots, has reached an agreement with A123 Systems to provide robotic automation systems for the assembly and manufacturing of lithium-ion battery modules and packs. A123 Systems, headquartered in Watertown, Massachusetts, develops, manufactures and supplies high-power lithium ion batteries designed to deliver a new combination of power, safety and life. A123 Systems selected ABB to design and build the automation systems based on ABB’s overall company strength, ongoing involvement in advanced battery…
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Tagged: Robot, Robotics, Abb, Flexpicker, A123 systems, Irb 360 flexpicker
North American Robot Orders Fall 25% in 2009, But Positive Signs Emerge in Fourth Quarter
North American robotics companies saw orders for new robots fall 25% in 2009, but the decline slowed considerably in the fourth quarter, according to new statistics from Robotic Industries Association (RIA), the industry’s trade group.
A total of 9,451 robots valued at $569.2 million were ordered by North American manufacturing companies in 2009. Unit figures were down 25% and dollars…
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Tagged: Industrial robots, Robotic industries association, North america
Latest Version of GigE Vision Standard Released
The GigE Vision camera interface standard that has been used by the machine vision industry since 2006 has recently been updated and Version 1.2 is now available. The GigE Vision standard committee worked diligently to improve the standard and version 1.2 brings brand new features, such as control of non-streaming devices to the industry. The Automated Imaging Association (AIA), the trade group that represents the global machine vision…
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Tagged: Robot, Robotics, Machine vision, Gigabit ethernet communication protocol, Automated imaging association, Gige vision
Boston Scientific Selects Kiva Warehouse Automation System for Distribution Centers
Kiva Systems, a developer of robotic solutions that automate order fulfillment and warehouse operations, announced that Boston Scientific Corporation (NYSE: BSX) has chosen Kiva to automate two key distribution centers in the United States and Europe. The medical device manufacturer was seeking a warehouse automation solution that would help ensure maximum reliability while maintaining the rigorous product and inventory control that exists today.
According to the multi-year agreement signed today, Boston…
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Tagged: Robot, Robotics, Distribution center, Kiva systems, Mobile robotic order fulfillment system, Kiva, Boston scientific, Kiva warehouse automation system
Innovations in Robotics and Evolving Safety Standards Examined in New White Paper
Major advances in microprocessor and artificial-intelligence techniques, along with innovations in automation and control systems, are ushering in a new age of robotics, in which once-futuristic visions are becoming realities. Despite these breakthrough applications – in areas ranging from manufacturing to medicine – robots carry risk.…
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Tagged: Automation, robotics, robot, indusrial robot, teach pendants, irockwell automation, robot-to-robot synchronization, international safety standards keep pace with advances in robotic technology and applications
