5 Common Industrial Robot Applications
Industrial robots have become an essential component of modern manufacturing. They increase production and quality by repeating tasks with precise movements, few errors, and no need for breaks. They can also replace human workers on tasks with poor ergonomic conditions or exposure to hazardous materials or equipment. Many manufacturers are investing in collaborative robots, a.k.a. cobots, […]
Collaborative Robots Bring Versatility to Manufacturing Facilities
What do you imagine when the subject of manufacturing robots comes up? Like many people, you probably picture a row of ten-foot-tall robotic arms doing welding and assembly operations to vehicles moving along a production line. Or perhaps you imagine a single robot, isolated or fenced in, doing a process deemed too dangerous or difficult […]
Which Industries Benefit from Industrial Automation?
It’s undeniable that industrial automation has brought increased efficiency, accuracy, flexibility, and dependability to the workplace. While automation will save time and effort for many more businesses in the future, specific industries have already reaped the benefits of converting at least some of their processes. No matter the type of industry, automation can improve operations […]
Buying an Industrial Robot Arm? Weigh the Costs and Benefits First
By now, you’re likely familiar with the advantages that industrial robot arms have over human workers. When used in repetitive tasks, industrial robots complete their operations without breaks, mistakes, or injuries caused by those repetitive movements. Moreover, they help to improve quality and consistency, all the while boosting production output. While this might appear to […]
Labor Shortages Due to COVID-19
As the country shifts toward normalcy with the COVID-19 pandemic waning, unemployment rates are declining. But business owners across the country face the challenge of finding enough workers to meet increasing demand. The U.S. jobs report for April, released on May 7th, was a shocking disappointment. While many experts anticipated (and hoped) that employers would […]
New to Automation and Robotics? Here’s 5 Common Mistakes to Avoid
When you’re preparing for a first manufacturing automation project, it probably seems like there’s always more to learn about types of robots, end-of-arm-tools, how systems come together, and all the additional equipment that comes into play. Each new example you see can simultaneously provide inspiration and leave you with even more questions. In our experience, certain missteps and assumptions […]
The Automation News Roundup for Spring 2021
Automation in manufacturing continues to grow and redefine the shop floor. Evolving at an ever-increasing pace, robotics, and automation, by some predictions, will assume 30% of the tasks in 60% of the industrial occupations over the next few decades. And with all the benefits of automation—including higher production, fewer errors, and increased safety—it’s not surprising […]
Integrating Automation into a Manual or Semi-Automated Process
Automation helps streamline processes, eliminate some or all human intervention, and reduce mistakes. It allows for completing a designated task efficiently, accurately, and consistently. Today, by automating a manual process, manufacturers can boost productivity, reduce machine start-up times, and lower their life cycle costs. Because of an automated process’s speed and flexibility, the time to […]
Manufacturing Automation: Robotics Are Only Part Of The Story
Automation and robotics use specialized equipment to perform defined physical tasks, like packing products in boxes or spot welding metal frames. Sometimes we hear “automation” and think “robot.” With a range of payload and reach capacities, easy programming, articulated joints, and high speed, robots are a clear choice for applications requiring precise movements and repeatability. It’s no […]
