How can you detect foreign matter, for example, a piece of plastic in a mixture of food of the same color? At first glance, the human eye may not be 100% effective in these types of detections, however, hyperspectral technology is. The food sector is one of the sectors undergoing the m

In recent years the popularity and use of algorithms based on Deep Learning has increased due to the multitude of fields in which it is possible to apply them and the good results offered by this solution. What is Deep Learning

As we commented last week on Linkedin, computer vision is a trending topic nowadays. It is necessary to be very careful when incorporating technology into our company because in many cases such technology is a temporary trend or

What is quantum computing?   Quantum computing is a different paradigm from classical computing that we all know (computers and other devices that we currently use on a daily basis). Quantum computing is b

FANUC America and Rockwell Automation have formed a coalition to promote accelerated work-and-learn apprenticeship programs preparing current and future workers for jobs in advanced manufacturing, robotics and automation. The coalition includes APT, a FANUC and Rockwell Automation systems integ

Halter CNC Robotics is launching a $2,500 scholarship to support former and active US military members studying manufacturing automation or robotics. The company says it believes American businesses must support skills training for veterans and active members of the US military, and that it

ATI Industrial Automation’s QC-7 Robotic Tool Changer offers a variety of configuration options with ATI’s Pass-Through Utility Modules and Tool Stand systems. An optional ML12 Electrical Module can attach to the QC-7 Tool Changer body, which includes five pass-through air ports and

EMO Milano 2021, organized by UCIMU-Sistemi Per Produrre — the Italian machine tool, robotics and automation systems manufacturers’ association — and Cecimo — the European association of machine tool industries — will take place at fieramilano Rho Oct. 4-9. Th

The Anca Integrated Manufacturing System (AIMS) uses smart automation and IT integration to connect sequential processes in tool manufacturing. The interconnected technology solution reduces machine downtime between batches, streamlines manual handling and enables operators to step away from con

Yaskawa and Realtime Robotics have created a joint solution to increase versatility in material handling and fulfilment automation. The companies say the combination of high-performance Yaskawa Motoman robots with Realtime Robotics’ motion-planning technology improves precision and cy

Teknics ZeroClamp USA’s Zerolox Nano XP 80Z Zero Point Workholding automation console provides a universal interface that allows quick, precise positioning for clamping five-axis self-centering vises, pallets and work pieces on three-, four- and five-axis CNC machines. ZeroClamp developed

At Fuji Innovation Days 2020 in November, Fuji Machine first revealed its Gyroflex Ultimate Multitasking Machine. Featuring industry-leading technology, Fuji says it designed the automation solution for unprecedented flexibility, efficiency and accuracy. The Gyroflex meets p

Robot software company RoboDK has partnered with DIY-Robotics and ATI Industrial Automation to release a combined application bundle for robotic deburring. The companies say they chose deburring as the task is dull for humans to perform and benefits from the increased consistency that robot

ABB Inc.’s collaborative robot (cobot) portfolio expands with the GoFa and Swifti cobot families, which join its YuMi and Single Arm YuMi. ABB says these swift and versatile cobots will accelerate the company’s expansion in high-growth segments including electronics, healthcare, cons

Yaskawa Motoman says its extended-reach six-axis GP280L robot offers fast and powerful performance for a variety of applications, especially in handling, cutting, machine tending and press tending. The robot’s 280-kg payload capacity accommodates large, heavy components. With 3,114 mm of

Mitutoyo Corporation and Kitov Systems have signed a partnership agreement enabling Mitutoyo to integrate Kitov’s technologies across its metrology solutions. As part of the agreement, Mitutoyo will invest and become a shareholder in Kitov. The agreement also establishes the framewor

From its 2001 founding in Palestine, Illinois, aviation and aerospace engineering company Flying S was established with the intention of building high-quality parts. As the five-axis parts they made became more complicated, it became clear that greater machine capability was needed to achieve

While LiDAR (light detection and ranging) systems are typically discussed in the context of the automotive industry, where the systems — which use pulses of laser light for purposes of detecting objects and ranging — are a key element to the development of autonomous v

Machine-tending automation is becoming more and more common in job shops across the United States, taking on a variety of forms from simple to complex. For many of these shops, the system of automation increasingly can be something that does not occupy much space on the production floor, doe

To make automation more accessible to all manufacturers, Ready Robotics has launched its Ready.Market marketplace in partnership with leading providers of automation products. By enabling manufacturers to research and purchase the components they need for automation, the Read