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FANUC Debuts Industrial Robot Designed for Heavy Payloads

FANUC Debuts Industrial Robot Designed for Heavy Payloads

FANUC introduced the M-1000iA, a floor-mounted 6-axis robot engineered to maneuver heavy payloads up to 1,000 kg (about 2,200 pounds) without sacrificing versatility and range of motion.


News Feb 08, 2022 by Sara McCaslin
Stäubli Integrates Siemens PLC and Robot Programming on the TIA Platform

Stäubli Integrates Siemens PLC and Robot Programming on the TIA Platform

Stäubli robotics can now be implemented on the Siemens TIA platform through a PLC communication interface software package from Stäubli.


News Feb 07, 2022 by Sara McCaslin
Using 3D Inspection to Improve Part Quality Control and Production Yields

Using 3D Inspection to Improve Part Quality Control and Production Yields

Learn about quality control in manufacturing using 3D Inspection, an essential method to achieve quality targets.


Autonomous Driving Software and Electric Vehicle (EV) Companies Partner to Build Autonomous Industrial Vehicles

Autonomous Driving Software and Electric Vehicle (EV) Companies Partner to Build Autonomous Industrial Vehicles

Software company Cyngn and vehicle manufacturer Columbia form partnerships to build an electric AV fleet.


News Feb 03, 2022 by Shawn Dietrich
Boolean Logic for Ladder Diagrams

Boolean Logic for Ladder Diagrams

Ladder diagrams, or ladder logic, is a popular programming language used for PLCs. Programmers can utilize boolean logic as a base for their ladder diagrams. Learn the basics and structures for boolean logic.


Omron’s Code Reader Aims to Increase Long-distance Sensing and Eliminate Positioning Issues

Omron’s Code Reader Aims to Increase Long-distance Sensing and Eliminate Positioning Issues

The latest barcode reader from Omron introduces multiple code reading, X-mode algorithms, and more.


News Feb 01, 2022 by Shawn Dietrich
Robotic Automation Continues Advancing eCommerce and Warehousing

Robotic Automation Continues Advancing eCommerce and Warehousing

Berkshire Grey, Autostore, and KUKA reveal their latest solutions for improving warehouse and eCommerce operations.


News Jan 31, 2022 by Stephanie Leonida
Developing a Fuzzy Logic Controller for a Servo Motor Using Mathworks Simulink

Developing a Fuzzy Logic Controller for a Servo Motor Using Mathworks Simulink

Servo motors are widely utilized in industry for numerous applications. How do you use fuzzy logic to control a servo motor?


An Overview of AVEVA Solutions

An Overview of AVEVA Solutions

AVEVA Solutions, formerly Wonderware, is a popular service that offers HMI, SCADA, and MES. How is each solution used in industrial automation?


Deep Learning Algorithms for Vision Systems

Deep Learning Algorithms for Vision Systems

Which deep learning neural networks are best suited for industrial vision systems and why?


FANUC Introduces Educational Package Combining Machine Tool and Cobot Technologies

FANUC Introduces Educational Package Combining Machine Tool and Cobot Technologies

FANUC provides educational resources and pathways to bridge the skills gap for the future of industrial automation and manufacturing.


News Jan 26, 2022 by Stephanie Leonida
China Commits to Expanding Smart Manufacturing and Robotics Innovation in 2022

China Commits to Expanding Smart Manufacturing and Robotics Innovation in 2022

China launched a five-year plan to increase robotic process automation (RPA) and smart manufacturing, starting with new partnerships and reports.


News Jan 25, 2022 by Shawn Dietrich
Symphony Industrial AI Advances Into Wearables by Acquiring Proceedix

Symphony Industrial AI Advances Into Wearables by Acquiring Proceedix

Symphony Industrial AI has acquired Proceedix, a move that will allow them to advance further into industrial wearables and expand their solutions for factory and plant processes.


News Jan 22, 2022 by Sara McCaslin
Hyundai Motor Shifts Focus to Digital Factories and Robotics

Hyundai Motor Shifts Focus to Digital Factories and Robotics

How is Hyundai Motor pursuing these goals? The company shared its efforts during CES 2022.


B&R Integrates Torque Determination Into Servo Drives

B&R Integrates Torque Determination Into Servo Drives

Safety is necessary for servo motor applications. How is B&R integrating more safety functions into its newest servo drive?


News Jan 21, 2022 by Shawn Dietrich
How Cobots are Helping With the Welder Shortage

How Cobots are Helping With the Welder Shortage

The welder shortage is continuing to grow. Are cobots the answer to help relieve the welder shortage gap?


Mitsubishi Electric Pushes New Initiatives Toward Eliminating Black Boxes in AI Controls

Mitsubishi Electric Pushes New Initiatives Toward Eliminating Black Boxes in AI Controls

Mitsubishi Electric seeks to eliminate the black-box approach to AI controls—and takes steps toward establishing a more human-centric AI ethics policy.


News Jan 20, 2022 by Sara McCaslin
John Deere Reveals Its Fully Autonomous Tractor at CES 2022

John Deere Reveals Its Fully Autonomous Tractor at CES 2022

John Deere developed the 8R autonomous tractor, geared toward feeding worldwide hunger.


News Jan 18, 2022 by Seth Price
Automation Anywhere Expands Process Automation Solutions by Acquiring a Process Intelligence Company

Automation Anywhere Expands Process Automation Solutions by Acquiring a Process Intelligence Company

Data-driven performance has been on the tip of manufacturers' minds. Take a look at how Automation Anywhere is expanding its process automation.


News Jan 15, 2022 by Damond Goodwin
Latest PLC and Communication Technology From Phoenix Contact

Latest PLC and Communication Technology From Phoenix Contact

Automation supplier Phoenix Contact released several new PLC and communication technologies. What are they and how can they help control engineers?


News Jan 13, 2022 by Shawn Dietrich