Research by the International Federation of Robotics (IFM) into the world robotics market raises interesting questions about their use in the UK. In the table of robot density per 10,000 workers by country, the…
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Omron E2E completes the IO-Link solution
The Omron E2E sensor range is part of their new IO-Link compatible sensor range. It incorporates through-beam, retro-reflective and diffuse reflective photosensors and colour mark sensors. These are available…
Have you heard about Omron’s new E2E NEXT Proximity sensors?
ron Automation says about 70% of unexpected production stoppages are due to component failure, with proximity sensors accounting for most of them. The Omron E2E NEXT Series
What happened to the promise of AI in manufacturing?
McKinsey recently forecast that the global market for AI-based services, software and hardware will grow by up to 25% annually, but does AI live up to the hype? Where are all the self-driving cars…
Edge, Fog and Cloud computing clarified
The digitisation of manufacturing will have a huge impact on organisational growth and profitability in ways not yet clear. More data offers a better understanding about production process and gives…
Using AI in factories to improve productivity
Applications using Artificial Intelligence in factories to improve productivity are growing. Behind this are several factors from availability of smart machines, greater processing capabilities, increased access to sensor data. The drive to Industry 4.0/…
Fast HFFS machine using Omron AI
High quality sealing has become more challenging as the industry moves to sustainable packaging. It is due the move to thinner plastic films, multilayer packaging and recyclable eco-films. A fast HFFS machine using Omron…
