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Recap: Control Automation Day 2024

Recap: Control Automation Day 2024

Control Automation Day 2024 is now in the rear-view mirror. Thanks to our presenters and attendees for making the inaugural event a huge success!


News Mar 26, 2024 by David Peterson
RoboDK and Comau Deliver Next-generation Robotic Simulation

RoboDK and Comau Deliver Next-generation Robotic Simulation

The latest collaboration between RoboDK and Comau gives users enhanced, user-friendly robotic simulation and offline programming with Roboshop Next Gen software.


News Mar 24, 2024 by Bob Odhiambo
Comau and Leonardo Pilot Automated Inspection for Helicopter Blades

Comau and Leonardo Pilot Automated Inspection for Helicopter Blades

Robot manufacturer Comau has joined forces with Leonardo, an aerospace and defense manufacturer, to develop an intelligent robotic inspection system for helicopter blades up to seven meters long.


News Mar 22, 2024 by Shawn Dietrich
Three Control Automation Day Sessions You Just Can’t Miss

Three Control Automation Day Sessions You Just Can’t Miss

Join the experts as they present robotics theory on topics including 3D vision applications from Keyence, robot motion and precision from Mecademic, and developing open control from Arduino Pro.


News Mar 21, 2024 by David Peterson
Grippers vs. Suction Cups: Choosing the Right End-of-Arm Tooling

Grippers vs. Suction Cups: Choosing the Right End-of-Arm Tooling

Knowing the difference between the various robotic grippers available makes selecting the most appropriate solution for an automation project less daunting.


It’s a MIRAI-cle: Tough Tasks Made Easier With Micropsi and KUKA

It’s a MIRAI-cle: Tough Tasks Made Easier With Micropsi and KUKA

Challenging robotic tasks will now be easier to manage for KUKA customers, as KUKA now offers the power of Micropsi’s MIRAI AI-powered vision systems to their robotics users.


News Mar 19, 2024 by Joshua Tidwell
How-To Guide to Robot Programming: All About User Frames

How-To Guide to Robot Programming: All About User Frames

In this article, we'll explore user frames in the context of a 6-axis industrial or collaborative robot. Learn the definition, practical applications, and advantages that user frames have to offer.


Control.com: Feeling The Supply Chain Mojo at MODEX 2024

Control.com: Feeling The Supply Chain Mojo at MODEX 2024

Atlanta was buzzing with technology, demonstrations, and innovative supply chain solutions from over 1000 individual exhibitors at MODEX 2024, March 11-14 at the GA World Congress Center.


News Mar 16, 2024 by David Peterson
A Hands-On Solution: Humanoid Robots in Automotive Manufacturing and Beyond

A Hands-On Solution: Humanoid Robots in Automotive Manufacturing and Beyond

Two companies, Figure AI Inc. and Ubtech Robotics, are working to make humanoid robots viable for use in tasks traditionally developed for human hands.


News Mar 15, 2024 by Damond Goodwin
Control Bits: A Roundup of Automation News You May Have Missed

Control Bits: A Roundup of Automation News You May Have Missed

Flow controllers, sensors, AI, motors, conveyors… Check out the Control editorial team's top picks for news and headlines from the world of robotics and control automation over the past few weeks!


News Mar 14, 2024 by David Peterson
SMC Releases Lightweight, Vacuum-integrated Electric Gripper for Cobots

SMC Releases Lightweight, Vacuum-integrated Electric Gripper for Cobots

SMC has released its lightweight, energy-saving ZXPE5 Series electric vacuum gripper for collaborative robots. The new gripper has a built-in vacuum pump and can be used with a single electrical wire connection.


News Mar 14, 2024 by Stephanie Leonida
Schunk System Enables Automatic, Quick Change of Gripper Fingers

Schunk System Enables Automatic, Quick Change of Gripper Fingers

The new BSWS-R jaw quick-change system from Schunk automates tool changes, reducing downtime during robotic manipulation of parts and enabling greater manufacturing flexibility.


News Mar 12, 2024 by Seth Price
Fast, Accurate, and IIoT Ready: Balluff’s New Rapid Positioning System

Fast, Accurate, and IIoT Ready: Balluff’s New Rapid Positioning System

Balluff has released a brand-new fast, accurate positioning system, dubbed the Balluff Inductive Rapid (BIR) Positioning System, with IO-Link, analog, and SSI communication options.


News Mar 11, 2024 by Austin Futrell
Streamlining Robot Operation With Mitsubishi’s New R86TB Teach Pendant

Streamlining Robot Operation With Mitsubishi’s New R86TB Teach Pendant

The new R86TB teach pendant from Mitsubishi Electric is designed for operability and ease of use when programming robotic motion and monitoring robot status, regardless of a user’s experience level.


News Mar 07, 2024 by Seth Price
A Complete Transport Solution: Omron Launches AMRs With ROEQ Top Modules

A Complete Transport Solution: Omron Launches AMRs With ROEQ Top Modules

Omron has launched its MD-650 and MD-900 medium-payload AMRs as an out-of-the-box solution with lifter top and top roller modules from ROEQ, offering customers efficient and cost-effective material transportation.


News Mar 06, 2024 by Stephanie Leonida
Kawasaki Robotics and Olis Robotics | Remote Monitoring and Recovery

Kawasaki Robotics and Olis Robotics | Remote Monitoring and Recovery

Kawasaki Robotics and Olis Robotics partner to integrate respective technologies, allowing Kawasaki’s industrial robots to be controlled by the Olis Connect monitoring and recovery solution.


News Mar 04, 2024 by Stephanie Leonida
ABB and Mettler Toledo To Advance Robotic Automation in Laboratories

ABB and Mettler Toledo To Advance Robotic Automation in Laboratories

ABB Robotics and Mettler Toledo have teamed up to accelerate the adoption of laboratory automation. The two companies are merging robotics and management software to improve laboratory workflows.


News Feb 29, 2024 by Stephanie Leonida
RightHand Robotics Unveils Its Next-generation Piece-picking System

RightHand Robotics Unveils Its Next-generation Piece-picking System

RightHand Robotics has designed its next-generation piece-picking solution to enhance robotic order fulfillment. The upgraded system is built for greater autonomy and can pick a wider range of items than its predecessor.


News Feb 28, 2024 by Bob Odhiambo
Control Automation Day Returns | Exploring Industrial Robots in 2024!

Control Automation Day Returns | Exploring Industrial Robots in 2024!

Control Automation Day 2024 will be held on March 26th, talking all about industrial robotics with keynote interviews, educational live sessions, and exciting giveaways from your favorite manufacturers!


News Feb 22, 2024 by David Peterson
Accelerometers and Gyroscopes: Understanding The Metrics of Motion

Accelerometers and Gyroscopes: Understanding The Metrics of Motion

Many sensors, like prox, optical, and ultrasonic, are familiar to control engineers. More and more modern devices are incorporating advanced motion profiles requiring motion sensing in many axes.