Adriana Glazer | June 24, 2021 (Edited by Shizu Yamaguchi) Although robotics and automation offer advantages for customers, employees, and production processes, they are still viewed critically by many SMEs. Entering automation can require...
Christian Schäfer | 3. April 2020 (Edited by Shizu Yamaguchi) The IAP1 sprue picker is used across more than 60 injection‑molding machines at igus. It supports cost‑effective automation, more economical production, and it also...
Downtime is a problem in most industries, but it hits the automotive sector particularly hard. With costs ranging from $5,000 a minute to more than $70,000 a minute, even minor disruptions can become expensive...
Here’s a major trend emerging in warehouse automation today: automation is accelerating, but not in the flash‑cut way the public imagines. It’s slow, incremental, engineering‑intensive, and deeply reliant on solving hundreds of small mechanical...
The Problem Repetitive manual tasks can slow production, increase safety risks, and limit growth. For small and medium-sized businesses, these challenges often feel unavoidable, but they don’t have to be. Automation is no longer...
Science fun fact: The webcam was invented because of coffee. In 1991, scientists at Cambridge University created the first webcam to monitor a coffee pot in their break room. They were tired of walking...
Electric cars are transforming the automotive industry. With rapid technological advancements and growing environmental concerns, Electric Vehicles (EVs) are becoming the preferred choice for many drivers. However, they also present unique environmental challenges, prompting...
By Jared Worth The challenge of maintenance in humanoid robots Humanoid robots represent the cutting edge of robotics, offering unique capabilities and versatility across various industries, from warehouses to disaster relief sites. However, this advanced...
Robotic packaging is becoming an essential part of packaging operations across the globe. But what is robotic packaging, and what needs to be considered before choosing to implement it? This blog answers these questions...
By Jared Worth, Written in collaboration with Industrial Robot Help