Industrial robotics

Aerobotix Passes 100 Robot Milestone

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Wednesday, November 13, 2019
Industrial robotics, CNC, FANUC, Furukawa Group, Robotics, Economy of Japan, Companies

MADISON, Ala., Nov. 13, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Aerobotix, a industry leading robotic integrator, announced today that it has integrated and installed over one hundred FANUC robots.

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  • MADISON, Ala., Nov. 13, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Aerobotix, a industry leading robotic integrator, announced today that it has integrated and installed over one hundred FANUC robots.
  • In fact, one of the main goals of Aerobotix is to ensure safer work conditions for our customers," said Keith Pfeifer, Engineering Manager.
  • Aerobotix will continue to work closely with the aerospace and defense industry to provide technically low risk and affordable robotic solutions.
  • For more information or to start customizing your robotic solution for aerospace or defense purposes, contact Aerobotix at [email protected] .

Global Wearable Robots & Exoskeletons Market: Growth, Trends & Forecasts (2019-2024) - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Wednesday, November 13, 2019
Technology, Consumer electronics, Medical robotics, Industrial robotics, Prosthetics, Powered exoskeleton, Exoskeleton, Robot, Branches of biology, Articles, Technology

The "Wearable Robots and Exoskeletons Market - Growth, Trends, and Forecast (2019 - 2024)" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • The "Wearable Robots and Exoskeletons Market - Growth, Trends, and Forecast (2019 - 2024)" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • Wearable robots and exoskeletons are designed for supporting manual labor tasks in construction sites, for factory labor, in warehouses.
  • Asia-Pacific wearable robots and exoskeletons market are expected to grow at a faster pace over the forecast period.
  • The wearable robots and exoskeletons market is marked with high competition and consists of several players.

DENSO Recognized with "Friend of ASEAN Award" at the ASEAN Business Awards (ABA) 2019

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Monday, November 11, 2019
Economy of Japan, Industrial robotics, Geography of Asia, Denso, Toyota, Toyota Group, Association of Southeast Asian Nations, Continents, Automation, Thailand

The Friend of ASEAN award specifically recognizes non-ASEAN companies which demonstrated a continuous and increased commitment within ASEAN community.

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  • The Friend of ASEAN award specifically recognizes non-ASEAN companies which demonstrated a continuous and increased commitment within ASEAN community.
  • A concept of Lean Automation developed from DENSO Corporation's 70 years of experience in automotive parts manufacturing and lean automation globally.
  • To continuously develop skilled human resources for ASEAN, DENSO has established DENSO Training Academy (Thailand), the first overseas regional training center in Thailand.
  • Globally headquartered in Kariya, Japan, DENSO spent 9.3 percent of its global consolidated sales on research and development in the fiscal year ending March 31, 2019.

FANUC Introduces Collaborative Arc Welding Robot at FABTECH 2019

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Tuesday, November 5, 2019
Technology, General Automotive, Packaging, Engineering, Chemicals, Plastics, Automotive Manufacturing, Aerospace, Manufacturing, Automotive, Other Technology, Hardware, Other Manufacturing, Textiles, Steel, Industrial robotics, Robot welding, FANUC, Cobot, Welding, Arc welding, Robot, Economy of Japan, Companies, Academic disciplines

FANUC America, the leading supplier of robotics, CNCs, ROBOMACHINEs and Industrial IoT solutions will demonstrate its new line of collaborative arc welding robots at FABTECH 2019 in Chicago, Booth #B-27033.

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  • FANUC America, the leading supplier of robotics, CNCs, ROBOMACHINEs and Industrial IoT solutions will demonstrate its new line of collaborative arc welding robots at FABTECH 2019 in Chicago, Booth #B-27033.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    FANUCs new collaborative arc welding robots offer the same high level of performance that FANUC ARC Mate robots are known for including world-renowned technology and proven reliability.
  • Easy to use even for those who have never used a robot, FANUCs arc welding cobots are equipped with FANUCs ArcTool application software.
  • FANUCs arc welding robot family supports newer applications like wire arc additive manufacturing (WAAM).

Nidec Completes Acquisition of OMRON Automotive Electronics Co. Ltd.

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Thursday, October 31, 2019
Companies, Economy of Japan, Access control, Industrial automation, Omron, Science and technology in Japan, Industrial robotics, Automotive electronics, Nidec, Automotive Electronics Council

OMRON Automotive Electronics engages in research and development, manufacturing, and sales of automotive electronics products as a subsidiary of OMRON Group, which has strengths in control equipment, systems, and electronic components based on its sensing and control technologies.

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  • OMRON Automotive Electronics engages in research and development, manufacturing, and sales of automotive electronics products as a subsidiary of OMRON Group, which has strengths in control equipment, systems, and electronic components based on its sensing and control technologies.
  • In particular, OMRON Automotive Electronics has produced many high-quality control products for body control system, ECUs for motor control systems, power control systems, and other areas to address the markets electrification needs.
  • with OMRON Automotive Electronics products including ECUs and other electronics products.
  • Furthermore, Nidec Elesys and OMRON Automotive Electronics have a complementary relationship in the area of ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems), creating significant synergies.

The global Robot Operating System (ROS) market size is expected to grow from USD 312 million in 2019 to USD 467 million by 2024, at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 8.4%

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Wednesday, October 30, 2019
Companies, Technology, Robotics, Industrial robotics, CNC, FANUC, Furukawa Group, Robot Operating System, Emerging technologies, ABB Group, Industrial robot, Robot

NEW YORK, Oct. 30, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --The global Robot Operating System (ROS) market size is expected to grow from USD 312 million in 2019 to USD 467 million by 2024, at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 8.4% during the forecast period.

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  • NEW YORK, Oct. 30, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --The global Robot Operating System (ROS) market size is expected to grow from USD 312 million in 2019 to USD 467 million by 2024, at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 8.4% during the forecast period.
  • The increasing demand for Robotics-as-a-Service (RaaS) model and the rising adoption of low-cost industrial robots are the key factors driving the ROS market.
  • However, the complex design of modular robots and controlling electronics, and high installation cost of low-volume production applications may hamper the growth of ROS market.
  • Companies such as ABB and FANUC Corporation look forward to investing funds toward research and innovation.

iGAM.com, The Marketplace For Used Robots And Manufacturing Equipment Is Live

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Thursday, October 24, 2019
Companies, Industrial robotics, FANUC, Yaskawa Electric Corporation, Robot, KUKA, ABB Group, Automation

iGAM.com is the new e-commerce website to find and purchase excellent-quality reconditioned robots, manufacturing equipment and robot parts from featured brands including ABB, Fanuc, Kuka, and Yaskawa.

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  • iGAM.com is the new e-commerce website to find and purchase excellent-quality reconditioned robots, manufacturing equipment and robot parts from featured brands including ABB, Fanuc, Kuka, and Yaskawa.
  • Robots offered in the iGAM marketplace undergo an inspection and testing that includes cleaning, removing processing equipment, clearing past programming, testing axes and confirming power up.
  • Buying equipment with iGAM will enable manufacturers to stay competitive and harness the power of automation.
  • "iGAM is disrupting the supply chain for robots and manufacturing equipment by adding the convenience of an e-commerce portal to help manufacturers access the power of artificial intelligence and automation," comments Greg Owens, CEO of NRTC Alabama, Inc. We've made it easy to purchase and benefit from pre-owned robots and manufacturing equipment."

Welding Industry Embraces Cobots: Universal Robots Powers Three New Welding Tools at FABTECH 2019

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Thursday, October 24, 2019
Engineering, Automotive Manufacturing, Technology, Manufacturing, Other Technology, Other Manufacturing, Hardware, Industrial gases, Industrial robotics, Chemistry, Physical sciences, Universal Robots, Chemical substances, Cobot, Robot welding, Arc welding, Robot, Welding, Gas metal arc welding

Addressing the severe labor shortage in weld shops with cobots is now a solution that we see rapidly emerge as industry leaders and innovators start offering automated welding tools utilizing the Universal Robots platform, says regional sales director of Universal Robots Americas division, Stu Shepherd.

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  • Addressing the severe labor shortage in weld shops with cobots is now a solution that we see rapidly emerge as industry leaders and innovators start offering automated welding tools utilizing the Universal Robots platform, says regional sales director of Universal Robots Americas division, Stu Shepherd.
  • We chose Universal Robots to power BotX for several reasons, says Rob Goldiez, co-founder and CEO of Hirebotics.
  • A traffic stopper at last years FABTECH was SnapWeld , the first integrated MIG welding system for collaborative robots available through Universal Robots UR+ platform that certifies products to work seamlessly with UR cobots.
  • SnapCut will be showcased in Universal Robots FABTECH booth B35083 utilizing the UR10e cobot to manipulate a Hypertherm cutting torch to desired positions around the cutting path.

FANUC America Opens New North Campus Robotics and Automation Facility

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Monday, October 21, 2019
Automotive Manufacturing, Aerospace, Manufacturing, Automotive, State, Local, Other Technology, Building Systems, Architecture, Technology, Commercial Building & Real Estate, Construction & Property, Public policy, Government, General Automotive, Packaging, Engineering, Training, Chemicals, Plastics, Education, Industrial robotics, CNC, FANUC, Furukawa Group, Economy of Japan, Companies, Manufacturing, GE Automation & Controls, FANUC America Corporation, Blessings in a Backpack

FANUC America, the leading supplier of robotics, CNCs, ROBOMACHINEs and Industrial IoT solutions will hold a grand opening celebration at its new 461,000 square-foot North Campus robotics and automation facility in Auburn Hills, MI on Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2019.

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  • FANUC America, the leading supplier of robotics, CNCs, ROBOMACHINEs and Industrial IoT solutions will hold a grand opening celebration at its new 461,000 square-foot North Campus robotics and automation facility in Auburn Hills, MI on Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2019.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20191021005764/en/
    FANUC America Opens New North Campus Robotics and Automation Facility (Photo: Business Wire)
    FANUC has invited customers, local officials, educators, suppliers, and the media to an official program, ribbon cutting ceremony and facility tour.
  • FANUC will also host its Michigan-based active and retired employees at an afternoon company event at the new North Campus facility.
  • FANUC America Corporation is a subsidiary of FANUC CORPORATION in Japan, and provides industry-leading robotics, CNC systems, and factory automation.

Sysmex America and LabCorp Extend Hematology Automation Agreement with Sysmex XN-Series Technology

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Thursday, September 26, 2019
Industrial robotics, Burlington, North Carolina, LabCorp, Motoman, Companies, LH, Yaskawa Electric Corporation, Hematology, Industries, Economy of Japan

CHICAGO, Sept. 26, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Sysmex America, Inc. and LabCorp (NYSE: LH) announced an extension of their hematology automation agreement, to provide LabCorp Diagnostics' primary reference laboratories with Sysmex America's latest, upgraded XN-Series technology.

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  • CHICAGO, Sept. 26, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Sysmex America, Inc. and LabCorp (NYSE: LH) announced an extension of their hematology automation agreement, to provide LabCorp Diagnostics' primary reference laboratories with Sysmex America's latest, upgraded XN-Series technology.
  • Since 2006, when Sysmex America and LabCorp entered into their first hematology instrument agreement , LabCorp has increased test volumes by approximately 50 percent while using less laboratory space.
  • Moving forward, LabCorp expects to see similar improvements in performance as it deploys the XN-9100 system across its laboratory network.
  • The collaboration between Sysmex America, LabCorp and Yaskawa Motoman has helped spur the design of compact and efficient hematology work cells that are an integral part of the XN-9100 system.