In electronics manufacturing, time-consuming and repetitive complex tasks are often conducted manually. The importance of ESD protected robotics is growing. In addition to parts handling, uses include assembly, soldering, and component inspection, even when…
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Benefits of Adaptive AI Inspection in High-mix Low-volume Production
Humans excel at some tasks, whilst machines are better for others: production line inspection is a case in point. The trained eye of an experienced vision inspector is quick to spot errors,…
Electric Motor TCO & Understanding Yours
The Association of Electrical and Mechanical Trades (AEMT) recently produced a guide outlining the total cost of ownership (TCO) of electric motors. Its aim of this motor TCO guide is to…
MELFA RV-12CRL-D: NEW from Mitsubishi Electric
Get ready for a new era of industrial automation with the upcoming release of the NEW Mitsubishi Electric MELFA RV-12CRL-D. As experts in the field of industrial robotics, we are excited to present this…
Rittal VX Enclosure Base/Plinth System Upgrade
Before the turn of this year, we’re delighted to be able to share some anticipated updates regarding the Rittal VX Enclosure Base/Plinth System upgrade. The current system has been a cornerstone of reliability and…
TEXA E-NEXT Revolutionising Industrial Cooling: NXT & NOX Upgrades
In the dynamic landscape of industrial cooling, TEXA has consistently stood out as a market leader committed to high sustainability. This commitment is reflected in their latest innovation, the TEXA E-NEXT series, designed to…
OMRON M1 Integrated AC Drives Solution Launched
News of the new OMRON M1 Integrated Global AC Drives Solution for OEMs, system integrators and end users has been announced. These innovative inverter drives offer leading system integration capabilities, enabling harmonised machine…
AI Controller is Gaining Traction in Industrial Automation
According to Omron’s Tim Foreman, interest in AI is changing. Customers no longer ask whether they can help them with AI. Instead, they ask whether we can help with…
Why adopting TSN connectivity is catching on
Why are the leading automation suppliers adopting one open ethernet networking technology in their quest for interconnected businesses? Jeremy Shinton, Product Manager at Mitsubishi Electric explains the business benefits and why Mitsubishi Electric is…
How TeSys Island cuts OEM build time by 66% and costs by 30%
Rising labour and material costs have become a significant concern for OEMs and panel builders. Many of them are seeking ways to gain a competitive edge in this challenging landscape. In this article ‘How…
Optimising Motor Control for Machine Performance
As machines become more complex, efficient motor control solutions are more important than ever. Motor control covers a range of functions, including switching, short-circuit protection, overload protection, and motor management. Moreover, by…
Lexium MC12 Multicarrier Compact Material Handling
Traditional manufacturing is going through momentous changes. Buyers want customised products that meet their precise needs, and current manufacturing systems cannot cope with the speed of change. It needs agile and flexible manufacturing solutions…
Redefining Consumer Packaged Goods Manufacturing
With rising raw material, energy and labour costs, more consumers are shopping around for value. Unable to increase selling prices by enough to cover these increases makes life more challenging for manufacturers of consumer…
Adapting Production Machines for Sustainable Packaging
According to Omron Automation, one of the biggest challenges facing fast moving consumer goods (FMCG) producers is how to adapt their production to new forms of sustainable packaging.
The key to making a painless transition…
Embedded Edge Controllers: Advantech Extends Line-up
Building on its successful UNO-100/300 series range of ruggedised embedded edge controllers, Advantech announces three new modules. Using the latest high performance Intel processors, they support factory automation applications like real-time monitoring, data management,…
VSD Energy Saving Payback Times Halved
With the doubling of electricity prices, the payback time for installing variable speed drives (VSDs) has halved. Most VSD energy saving fan and pump applications deliver payback periods of under 18 months. Recent hikes…
Driving Motors to Better Efficiency
Selecting the correct inverter or variable speed drive (VSD) for a motor application delivers both financial and environmental benefits. The latest generations of VSDs provide additional savings and performance advantages when driving motors.
Wayne Turtill,…
Automation transforms medical device assembly
The development of new medical devices for diagnostics, healthcare, pharmaceutical and biotechnology applications also needs innovative production systems. In this artacile, we take a look at how ‘Automation transforms medical device assembly’.
Designing and building…
Remote Condition Monitoring Minimises Plant Power Outages
Manufacturers and commercial organisations rely on the availability of their electrical distribution systems to keep operating. Failures are infrequent and difficult to foresee, but when they do happen, the fiscal impact is significant.
How the Affinity Laws deliver Energy Saving for Businesses
With the recent increases in energy prices, it is time to look again at cost effective ways to save electricity. The affinity laws point the way, and it is not an exaggeration to say…
