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RoboDK Releases TwinTool For Robot Calibration

RoboDK Releases TwinTool For Robot Calibration

Industrial robots use various methods to supply position data for the end-of-arm tools. Many are known to be far less than perfect, but RoboDK is attempting to solve this challenge with TwinTool calibration capabilities.


News May 31, 2022 by Shawn Dietrich
New LEG Series from SMC: Electric Actuator with Battery-less Encoder

New LEG Series from SMC: Electric Actuator with Battery-less Encoder

SMC announces a new electric actuator series with high-rigidity guide rods, equipped with a battery-less encoder, driven by stepper motor and matching drive compatible with multiple networks.


News May 21, 2022 by David Peterson
Vision Systems and AI Make Smarter Marine Applications

Vision Systems and AI Make Smarter Marine Applications

Ships have navigated the face of the earth far longer than any other modern transportation vehicle. But what sorts of advanced technologies are being used to increase safety and reliability of ocean-going vessels?


News May 20, 2022 by Shawn Dietrich
Control.com Announces Control Automation Day 2022!

Control.com Announces Control Automation Day 2022!

Control Automation Day 2022 will be on June 21st, focusing on PLC systems, packed with keynote addresses, educational live sessions, and exciting giveaways from your favorite manufacturers!


News May 18, 2022 by David Peterson
Visualizing Noise with Seven Bel’s Sound Scanner P132

Visualizing Noise with Seven Bel’s Sound Scanner P132

Seven Bel’s “sound camera” visualizes sources of physical sound to detect and isolate problems within industrial equipment, pinpointing and identifying trouble spots for predictive maintenance solutions.


News May 17, 2022 by Seth Price
DHL Pilots Robotic System to Increase Distribution Efficiency and Accuracy

DHL Pilots Robotic System to Increase Distribution Efficiency and Accuracy

Robotic sorting systems allow DHL to increase speed and accuracy for customers, but in a recent interview with Control Automation, we learned about some key exciting accomplishments of the new system.


News May 16, 2022 by Damond Goodwin
SGN and ULC Technologies Unveil World’s First Robotics Roadworks System

SGN and ULC Technologies Unveil World’s First Robotics Roadworks System

SGN and ULC Technologies introduce their all-electric autonomous robot for road and infrastructure repair, the Robotic Roadworks and Excavation System, which is set to begin UK trials in Epsom, Surrey.


News May 16, 2022 by Stephanie Leonida
Adlink Releases EOS-JNX Series AI-Capable Camera System

Adlink Releases EOS-JNX Series AI-Capable Camera System

Adlink’s new EOS-JNX Series vision systems are equipped with artificial intelligence (AI) capability and offer new possibilities in security and plant monitoring.


News May 11, 2022 by Seth Price
Kaman’s New ThreadChecker for Threaded Hole Drill Verification

Kaman’s New ThreadChecker for Threaded Hole Drill Verification

Kaman Precision Products, a worldwide leader in inductive sensing technology, released the ThreadChecker line of sensors for detecting the presence of threads in a drilled hole with speed and accuracy.


News May 10, 2022 by David Peterson
Comau Introduces a New Generation of Articulating-Arm Robots

Comau Introduces a New Generation of Articulating-Arm Robots

Comau announces the release of its new 220 kg payload, 6-axis articulating-arm robot, the N-220-2.7, for more cost-effective automation across multiple industries.


News May 05, 2022 by Stephanie Leonida
Fraunhofer Develops MWIR 3D Sensor to Aid in Detection of Transparent Objects

Fraunhofer Develops MWIR 3D Sensor to Aid in Detection of Transparent Objects

The Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft research organization announces the development of a sensor system that can help robots detect transparent objects in three dimensions.


News May 04, 2022 by Stephanie Leonida
Keyence Announces New NQ IO-Link Master Module

Keyence Announces New NQ IO-Link Master Module

The Keyence Corporation recently announced the NQ series network communication module, with the ability to automatically detect any Keyence branded IO-Link devices for rapid installation and monitoring.


News Apr 30, 2022 by David Peterson
Banner Engineering’s Snap Signal System for Easy IIoT Development

Banner Engineering’s Snap Signal System for Easy IIoT Development

The Snap Signal System by Banner Engineering brings industrial IoT to all devices, including sensors and actuators - regardless of age or origin.


News Apr 26, 2022 by Seth Price
SmartScan: Could it Improve the Quality of Metal 3D Printed Parts?

SmartScan: Could it Improve the Quality of Metal 3D Printed Parts?

A University of Michigan team recently created a new control software called SmartScan, which promises to increase speed and reliability of printing (particularly in metal) by optimizing toolpath based on material properties.


News Apr 20, 2022 by Damond Goodwin
ANYbotics Introduces First Ex-Proof Quad-Legged Inspection Robot

ANYbotics Introduces First Ex-Proof Quad-Legged Inspection Robot

ANYbotics announces the release of its new four-legged inspection bot, ANYmal X, for use in extreme environments, designed specifically for the oil & gas and chemical industries.


News Apr 19, 2022 by Stephanie Leonida
Beewise Employs AI, Robotics, and Vision to Monitor and Safeguard Bee Populations

Beewise Employs AI, Robotics, and Vision to Monitor and Safeguard Bee Populations

Beewise receives $120 million in funds to continue the development of its solar-powered, artificial intelligence-driven beehive management technology.


News Apr 15, 2022 by Stephanie Leonida
Vehicle Recycling Uses AI and 3D Imagery To Reduce Waste

Vehicle Recycling Uses AI and 3D Imagery To Reduce Waste

Vehicle part recycling locates and reads part numbers to know which vehicles a replacement part may fit - but wear and tear, grease, and corrosion can make them hard to truly identify, even to an experienced eye.


News Apr 14, 2022 by Shawn Dietrich
Control Techniques Launches VFD With App-Based Commissioning Tools

Control Techniques Launches VFD With App-Based Commissioning Tools

Commander S series of variable frequency drives from Control Techniques enables parameter upload and download as well as performance monitoring through secure NFC, app-based communication.


News Apr 13, 2022 by David Peterson
Keyence Launches new FD-H Series of Clamp-On Fluid Flow Sensors

Keyence Launches new FD-H Series of Clamp-On Fluid Flow Sensors

New non-obstructive sensor series adapts to a wider variety of piping materials, providing accurate data with lower influence from viscosity and bubbles.


News Apr 07, 2022 by Damond Goodwin
Banner Engineering Releases RGB Programmable Light Towers

Banner Engineering Releases RGB Programmable Light Towers

Banner Engineering recently released a series of programmable multicolor (RGB) indicators for advanced industrial machine status and diagnostics.