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Parker Hannifin Introduces New Thermoplastic Hoses to Streamline Hydraulic Capabilities

Parker Hannifin Introduces New Thermoplastic Hoses to Streamline Hydraulic Capabilities

Parker announces their new sub-zero hydraulic hoses, designed for extreme industrial environments.


News Nov 04, 2020 by Ben Stepanian
Fetch and VARGO Partner on New Warehouse Execution Systems (WES) Using Robots

Fetch and VARGO Partner on New Warehouse Execution Systems (WES) Using Robots

Cloud robotics company, Fetch, and material-handling systems company VARGO, partner on a new solution to enable optimized robot picking in the warehouse.


READY Robotics Aims to Close the Skills Gap in Manufacturing and Automation

READY Robotics Aims to Close the Skills Gap in Manufacturing and Automation

This new up-training program launched in October of 2020 and promises to close the knowledge and skills gap related to manufacturing automation.


News Oct 28, 2020 by Sara McCaslin
OnRobot Takes Fully Electric Approach With New Robotic Sanding Tool

OnRobot Takes Fully Electric Approach With New Robotic Sanding Tool

Changing the way traditional sanding is done, OnRobot recently released its robotic sanding tool, the OnRobot Sander.


News Oct 12, 2020 by Sara McCaslin
Universal Robots Set to Host First Virtual Cobot Conference in Asia-Pacific

Universal Robots Set to Host First Virtual Cobot Conference in Asia-Pacific

Despite the challenges surrounding a virtual event, Universal Robots announced its first virtual collaborative robot expo for its Asia-Pacific customers.


News Oct 08, 2020 by Sara McCaslin
Geek+ Launches Its Largest Packing Robot for Intelligent Sorting

Geek+ Launches Its Largest Packing Robot for Intelligent Sorting

Geek+, a global technology company focused on advanced robotics and AI, has announced a new robot for intelligent sorting of large packages: the S100C. 


News Sep 26, 2020 by Sara McCaslin
Robotiq, Pickit, and Festo Partner on Picking and Packaging to Reach Industrial Innovation

Robotiq, Pickit, and Festo Partner on Picking and Packaging to Reach Industrial Innovation

Robotiq has partnered with Pickit and Festo to develop and produce cobots to serve various industries and applications.


News Sep 24, 2020 by Seth Price
Geek+ and Körber Continue Partnership for Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMR) Deployment

Geek+ and Körber Continue Partnership for Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMR) Deployment

Geek+ has joined forces with Köber to create a strategic partnership for advancing automation and supply chain logistics.


News Aug 24, 2020 by Damond Goodwin
An Industry First: Omron Releases World’s First Robotic Integrated Controller

An Industry First: Omron Releases World’s First Robotic Integrated Controller

OMRON’s Robotic Integrated Controller includes the NJ501-R machine controller and extends what can be done in virtual and remote environments.


News Aug 22, 2020 by Sara McCaslin
Recycling Robots: Kivnon Launches Exchange Program for New Warehouse Robots in Return for Old Models

Recycling Robots: Kivnon Launches Exchange Program for New Warehouse Robots in Return for Old Models

Kivnon announces the opportunity for customers to hand over old AVGs/AMRs of any brand for a new model with a substantial discount.


News Jul 09, 2020 by Stephanie Leonida
Danfoss Reveals New MBS 1600 Pressure Transmitter for the Plastics Industry

Danfoss Reveals New MBS 1600 Pressure Transmitter for the Plastics Industry

Multinational engineering firm Danfoss just released a new pressure transmitter optimized for the plastics industry.


FAULHABER Releases Integrated Speed Controllers for Flat Motors

FAULHABER Releases Integrated Speed Controllers for Flat Motors

Faulhaber announced the latest DC servomotors, the BXT range, that incorporates speed controllers for light-weight applications.


News Jun 18, 2020 by Robin Mitchell
inVia Robotics Provides Social Distancing Features to Warehouse Using inVia Logic and PickMate Software

inVia Robotics Provides Social Distancing Features to Warehouse Using inVia Logic and PickMate Software

Robotics company, inVia, adds warehouse ‘social distancing features’ to its software.


News May 23, 2020 by Damond Goodwin
Mitsubishi’s New MELSERVO-J5 Series With Motors, Encoders, and More

Mitsubishi’s New MELSERVO-J5 Series With Motors, Encoders, and More

Mitsubishi introduces the J5 series, bringing advancements in AC servos, amplifiers, and motion control units. 


News Apr 04, 2020 by Robin Mitchell
Industry Leaders Offer a Helping Hand During COVID-19 Crisis

Industry Leaders Offer a Helping Hand During COVID-19 Crisis

GE Digital, Honeywell and Emerson Automation do their part to combat the spread of COVID-19, protecting their employees and supporting industrial and healthcare communities.


News Mar 21, 2020 by Stephanie Leonida
New AOV-10 Orbital Sander for Robots Released by ATI Industrial Automation

New AOV-10 Orbital Sander for Robots Released by ATI Industrial Automation

This week ATI Industrial Automation announced its latest robotic addition, an orbital sander.


News Feb 26, 2020 by Robin Mitchell