ABB today released its white paper on the future of the logistics industry, ‘The new norm: How COVID-19 has accelerated the switch to robotic automation,’ detailing how the pandemic is driving investment in robotics and automation in the logistics industry, with the pandemic accelerating long-term industry trends, such as labor shortages, the growth of omnichannel distribution and the rise of e-commerce. The paper looks at the logistics sector in the post COVID-19 era and the trends (…)

Using newly developed and recently patented technology, Cognex eliminates the speckle effect of laser lines, optimising triangulation-based 3D imaging. The In-Sight 3D-L4000 embedded vision system is the first product to bring the benefits of speckle-free laser lines to users.In applications such as 3D inspection of castings, the speckle-free laser line enables more accurate results than other 3D imaging systems. The laser triangulation method has established itself as the definitive (…)

Considered the most important trade show for the plastics processing industry, FAKUMA 2021 (Friedrichshafen, Germany, 12-16 October) is the ideal platform for presenting FANUC’s new ROBOSHOT α-SiB injection moulding machine (Hall 3, Stand B3-3211). The new machine operates at higher injection speeds, and is faster and more flexible than previous-generation ROBOSHOT models. For tool and mould makers, the trade fair premiere of the new ROBOCUT α-CiC wire-cut EDM machine will be the highlight. (…)

A century of Mitsubishi Electric - a company with a rich history which parallels that of modern-day Japan. Since 1921 Mitsubishi Electric´s success has grown as a global player in the field of automationMitsubishi Electric Europe B.V., German Branch, located in Ratingen near Düsseldorf. The very first Mitsubishi company was established back in 1870 by Yataro Iwasaki. This company provided the foundations for what would later become the group of independent companies which are active in (…)

The EROWA JMS 4.0 Process Control System takes on a central role in detailed production planning. It covers a large share of the features often described under the term “Smart Factory.” The machines continuously report their status and the in-process control with automatic feedback ensures production at the highest level of quality. Of course, flexible interfaces to upstream and downstream systems are also provided. Workpiece pallets and electrode holders can be identified at any time (…)

The successful Y-Circ P series of push-pull circular connectors from Yamaichi Electronics is being expanded with a new release system. For years, Yamaichi Electronics has been continuously expanding its Y-Circ P circular connector portfolio. "We have developed a new flexible system for easy unlocking, in order to offer our customers a convenient extension to existing products," explains Matthias Schuster, product manager for circular connectors at Yamaichi Electronics. The opening (…)

“Hello, new EMO Hannover!” is the greeting that was shared at the EMO Hannover Relaunch Conference in the hybrid event hub “H’UP” on the Hannover Messe trade fair grounds. As organizers of EMO Hannover, the German Machine Tool Builders’ Association (VDW) had invited international media representatives and EMO Hannover exhibitors to a digital presentation of the new exhibition concept on September 14 of this year. Fascinating keynotes and stimulating discussions gave an introduction to the (…)

Highly flexible and at the same time productive grinding and turning processes for electromobility and co. - this is the claim EMAG is making at this year’s EMO in Milan from October 4 to 9. Among other things, the focus will be on the G 250 machine from EMAG SU (formerly: Samputensili), based near Bologna.With this solution, axle drive gears, gear wheels and shafts with a maximum length of 550 millimeters can be produced cost-effectively by generating or profile grinding. If required, very (…)

From now on MedtecLIVE, the trade fair for the entire medical technology supply chain, will be an annual event alternating between the Stuttgart and Nuremberg exhibition centres. The “T4M –Technology for Medical Devices” show previously organised by Messe Stuttgart is being acquired by MedtecLIVE GmbH. It will now complement the content and product range of the new trade show being organised by MedtecLIVE GmbH. Through this partnership, the two trade fair companies are accommodating the (…)

Never change a running system – there is no better way to express the thought behind the repeat of last year’s very successful Dispensing Expo. On October 26, ViscoTec will once again open its virtual doors to the trade show, for which an exciting and informative program has been created this year – to experience dispensing virtually. Example booth E-Mobility – preview. As of today, companies such as Vieweg and Intertronics are on board as partners, as are TQ Systems, IPTE, Aumann and (…)