It’s crucial to conduct regular preventative maintenance for industrial robots. When industrial robots are properly maintained, they can last for many years before needing to be replaced. Not only does this improve the return on investment on equipment, but it also helps ensure high p

By Ashley Belliveau Steven Douglas Corp. (SDC) offers manufacturers a wide range of solutions for high-speed precision assembly automation. For over 20 years, our team of automation experts have worked with manufacturers in virtually every industry to automate historically manual, lab

By Ashley Belliveau Inspections are crucial to ensure quality products, yet the need for accurate and reliable inspections can often create bottlenecks in the manufacturing process. Compared to manual methods, automated robots are proven to increase speed and accuracy for manufacturer

By Ashley Belliveau Automation is top of mind for nearly every manufacturer these days. With pressure to cut costs, increase productivity, streamline processes, and ensure accuracy, it’s become essential to relieve manual labor from the burden of high-volume, repetitive tasks. As manu

For decades, industrial robots have focused on increasing speed and payload capacity. Over this time, these robots have gotten bigger, stronger, and more dangerous, while their programming languages have only become more complex. To address these safety issues and simplify implementat

Following suit with the rest of the world, many manufacturers are turning to robotic automation in their facilities to increase production volume, improve quality, and lower costs. But, those that haven’t yet leaped into the world of robotic automation might be concerned with the cos

The decision to purchase a robot is one that takes careful consideration. Since robotic automation is often a significant investment, you want to make sure the equipment can handle the unique needs of your facility’s application. Unfortunately, many robotic manufacturers lack the res

SDC Receives Second Consecutive Award from FANUC It was with great honor that we accept the 2020 award for outstanding sales growth for the second year in a row from FANUC.  As a FANUC Authorized System Integrator (ASI) Level III, Steven Douglas Corp. (SDC) has achieved ano

Many companies choose to invest in robots and automation in order to improve production quality, working environment and make up for worker shortage. It is a myth that companies are mainly buying robots in order to replace workers. Robotic consultants from Gain & Co have assessed the automatio

  Many companies – especially electronics producers – demand flexible robot solutions. But without a realistic calculation of potential, it can end up an expensive affair, warns robot consultant at Gain & Co, Mikkel Viager.  Must the robot be reprogrammable for new tasks? This question is ask

  Salaries are rising rapidly in the otherwise popular outsourcing-country, Poland. Because of this, robots and automation are a necessity to maintain the local production, in the opinion of the Danish CEO of the electronics producer, Eltwin Sp.Zo.o., with a production site in Poland. “It is over

  Pursuing the newest robot solutions can be tempting. However, before you let fascination rule, you should clarify your needs and demands of the solutions. Danish companies are constantly presented with new smart technologies, which enable the use of automation and robots to optimize and better p

How to find your robot potential 7 steps to choosing an automation project with low risk and high reward If you are looking into automating processes at your company, this whitepaper is for you. It helps you form an overview of the overall automation potential and points you to the most meaningful

As solutions become more intuitive and prices fall, still more companies take on the job of becoming their own robot integrator. However, successfully implementing a robotic solution is no walk in the park, and big investments might very well end up too big – or sitting un-used in the corner. The fo

Industrial robots are becoming still easier to install, re-program, and relocate. However, by repurposing the robot themselves, customers become responsible for carrying out the required safety measures – a fact often overlooked. If left unchecked, this could lead to more robot-related accidents in

When robot projects fail, outdated contracts and trade terms heavily favor suppliers and allow them to withdraw at minimal financial cost. Consequently, customers end up paying for unsuccessful investments themselves. To solve this issue, customers need to hold suppliers responsible for more than ju

Many companies investing in robots will face the same efficiency dilemma, says Niels Korsager, automation advisor at Gain & Co. The solution, he adds, is to regard robots and automation as a long term strategy instead of a short term investment. The path to success with robots and automation is

By Hans Morten Henriksen, Owner, Maskinsikkerhed Upcoming safety standards for mobile robots will reveal a growing problem for the industry: Very few installations are actually safe, and neither customers nor integrators seem to know who’s responsible. As a safety consultant, I have visited many s

Labor shortages – not robots – is the real issue facing the manufacturing sector in Europe and the US. And, contrary to a popular belief, robots might be a part of the solution. There’s something about the whole debate about automation and robots that seems to have taken an odd turn.  Some politic

In many organisations, automation initiatives are met with scepticism, little support, and sometimes even sabotage. Addressing the people side of robot implementation is crucial for the success of such initiatives – but we barely talk about it There are two reasons why implementing physical robots