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Robots can move on anywhere between one and seven axes, with more axes offering more flexibility of movement
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Dear Industry Expert,
Robots can move on anywhere between one and seven axes, with more axes offering more flexibility of movement. However, despite the growing accessibility of robot in industry, it can still be difficult to know which type of robot out of the many now available is the best choice for an application. |
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How many axes does my robot need?
Industrial robots are changing the landscape of manufacturing, as more and more operations embrace automation. Incorporating robots can increase efficiency and productivity, as well as minimising costs and risk of error. Choosing a robot suitable for specific processes is key in making the most of the benefits they can bring to an operation, but how do manufacturers know when seven-axis robots are the right choice? John Young discusses the key considerations when choosing the number of axes, and when seven-axis robots might be the best solution. More... |
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TECHNICAL HIGHLIGHT |
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Alfred Lee to drive Schaeffler's industrial business strategy in APAC
Leaders of any big business at the moment are focusing on Industry 4.0 and localising the production footprint to prevent supply chain disruptions and support local job creation -- especially if the company continues to expand its presence into emerging market sectors across the Asia Pacific (APAC) region. In an interview with IMNA, Alfred details his goals and what he can offer to help the company and customers to fulfil this goal.
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Mitsubishi Electric develops teaching-less robot system technology
Mitsubishi Electric Corporation has developed a teaching-less robot system technology to enable robots to perform tasks, such as sorting and arrangement as fast as humans without having to be taught by specialists. The system incorporates Mitsubishi Electric’s Maisart®1 AI technologies including high-precision speech recognition, which allows operators to issue voice instructions to initiate work tasks and then fine-tune robot movements as required. More...
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Siemens executives on the future of smart manufacturing
Manufacturing is one of the most important contributors to Asia Pacific's economy and is going through a rapid digital transformation. With unforeseen pandemic interruptions to factory operations in the past two years, smart manufacturing comes to the forefront in 2022. In fact, Asia Pacific Smart Manufacturing Market is expected to register a CAGR of 7.57% over the forecast period from 2021 to 2026, Mordor Intelligence reported. More...
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How automation has changed over time
The ever-greater variety of models has meant that transfer lines have tended to be replaced by flexible line chains or by individual cells with a variable material flow. Using intelligent software in combination with the relevant automation solutions not only enables workpieces to be loaded and unloaded but also means that machining centres can be set up fully automatically through the automatic replacement of tools and clamping devices. More...
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Gripping and clamping from a single source
Automated loading and unloading in just a few steps: with the new MTB application kits, SCHUNK provides a convenient introduction to partial automation with cobots. The grippers and power vises included are perfectly adapted for use in metal cutting machining and can be combined with robot-specific connection kits. This saves time during planning, enables up to 50 percent faster loading and unloading, and improves machine utilization. More...
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Automated six-axis case packer
Muller Technology has announced the launch of an automated six-axis case packer for high-volume production of lid and container packaging. The new automation product, which incorporates an industrial six-axis robot, helps to meet the volume-driven demands of U.S. processors while also delivering greater versatility, flexibility, and productivity. The unit offers highly efficient cycle times, handling up to 64 cavities every six sec for lids and 5-sec cycles for containers. More...
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