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6 Ways to Enhance Automation Workflow Using AI Tools

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If you’re looking to boost productivity and remain competitive in the currently both volatile and increasingly competitive market, you shouldn’t sleep on AI-powered tools.

Not only can they streamline various business processes, but they can also enhance productivity in ways traditional automation can’t match.

While traditional automation tools still have their uses, they follow strict, pre-defined rules, which naturally limit their flexibility. [Read more…] about 6 Ways to Enhance Automation Workflow Using AI Tools

Robotic Process Automation (RPA) vs. Intelligent Automation (IA). What’s the Difference?

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RPA and Intelligent Automation possess the potential to transform your company’s operations, improving effectiveness, output, and time-to-market.

Instead of displacing human workers, they aim to nurture a more efficient hybrid workforce that melds human skills with digital capabilities – a concept we refer to as “human+”.

This integrated strategy magnifies your organization’s human potential and delivers significant cost savings and time optimization. [Read more…] about Robotic Process Automation (RPA) vs. Intelligent Automation (IA). What’s the Difference?

Mitsubishi Electric Automation’s automated machine tending solution ‘triples output’ for customer

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Mitsubishi Electric Automation, says it has provided an automated machine tending solution which has “tripled output” for its customer.

TL Aerotek was looking for an automated solution to keep up with accelerating demand and found success using Mitsubishi Electric Automation’s plug-and-play machine tending solution, LoadMate Plus.

TL Aerotek, a small-job milling shop customer, experienced a large influx of orders. To keep up with demand, they sought a solution that would alleviate labor uncertainty and help to grow the business. [Read more…] about Mitsubishi Electric Automation’s automated machine tending solution ‘triples output’ for customer

Mitsubishi Electric Automation launches new ‘high-performance teach pendant’

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Mitsubishi Electric Automation, has launched a new “high-performance teach pendant for improved operability”.

The company says the new teach pendant, R86T6, evolved from the conventional, high-performance teach pendant to deliver customizable and intuitive functions to OEMs and end users alike.

The R86TB is designed with a 10.1-inch high-definition display so that any function can be easily visible and accessed from the customizable HOME screen or page list.

Major functions of MELSOFT RT ToolBox3, Mitsubishi Electric’s PC-based robot programming software, are accessible and equipped to provide program support functions, parameter and program screens, 3D monitoring, and more.

Additional features of the R86TB Teach Pendant include data analysis and real-time monitoring to perform trouble diagnosis, secure hardware buttons for tactile and consistent operation, improved processing speeds, and security functions.

Compatible with CR800 and CR700 series Controllers, R86TB allows customers increased visibility and operability to ensure smooth operations and high performance.

Patrick Varley, product marketing manager (robots) at Mitsubishi Electric Automation, says: “We are very confident that our customers will benefit from the enhanced functionality, durability, and performance that the R86TB provides.

“The large, high-definition display makes it possible to make program revisions without needing to bring a laptop onto the manufacturing floor. We have designed it to be backward and forward compatible so that it can be used on older CR700-controlled robots as well as our current and future generations of robots.”

Alstef automates Bank of France’s new banknote printing facility

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The Banque de France, or Bank of France, has launched a large-scale project to build a new plant in Vic-Le-Comte, France, which already houses a paper mill, creating a global banknote production hub at the cutting edge of technological innovation.

The new, highly secure building will house both printing and logistics activities. Process automation was entrusted to Alstef Group, who will supply a logistics system including a high-bay warehouse served by four stacker cranes within an automated “greenhouse”.

Flow management will be handled by a fleet of automated guided vehicles and/or autonomous mobile robots comprising 10 of Alstef’s “Turtle” AGV-AMRs Loadstar machines equipped with roller conveyors, as well as 10 GL 10.1 AGVs. [Read more…] about Alstef automates Bank of France’s new banknote printing facility

Automation Could Prove Pivotal to Remove Employee Dissatisfaction in the HR Industry

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Cezanne HR, a trailblazing force in the realm of human resources innovation and the United Kingdom’s fastest-growing provider of contemporary, adaptable HR solutions catering to organisations across the UK and worldwide, has made a significant stride with the unveiling of its latest groundbreaking report, provocatively titled “It’s All HR’s Fault”.

This comprehensive report, laden with insights and revelations, serves as a poignant mirror reflecting the challenges faced by HR professionals in an industry that is undergoing rapid transformation.

As companies globally grapple with the complexities of modern workforce dynamics, the outcomes presented in this report are more than just unsettling; they are a wake-up call for the recalibration of perceptions and the urgent adoption of strategic solutions. [Read more…] about Automation Could Prove Pivotal to Remove Employee Dissatisfaction in the HR Industry

The Role of Automated Financial Tools in Enhancing Robotics Industry Efficiency

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Revolutionizing Financial Management in the Age of Robotics

Explore how the adoption of automated financial tools is transforming the robotics industry.

From streamlining operations to ensuring financial transparency and compliance, discover the significant impact of these innovations. [Read more…] about The Role of Automated Financial Tools in Enhancing Robotics Industry Efficiency

Automation: The Silent Powerhouse Behind Business Growth

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Picture a business as a beehive – buzzing with activity, each bee playing a vital part in making honey. Now, imagine if some of that buzz could run on autopilot.

That’s what automation is all about – taking care of the routine stuff so the bees, or in this case, the employees, can focus on more important tasks.

It’s like having a silent powerhouse in the background, tirelessly working to keep everything ticking along smoothly. Automation is sneaking into businesses everywhere, and it’s not just for the tech-savvy giants; it’s helping small and medium businesses too. [Read more…] about Automation: The Silent Powerhouse Behind Business Growth

The Rise of Robotics and Automation: Transforming Smart Home Security

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By David Todva

When it comes to smart home security, technology is constantly pushing the edge and introducing ground-breaking innovations, revolutionizing the way we protect our homes.

This change is led by robotics and automation – two principles motivating the development of smart home security systems. Modern technology has fundamentally altered how we monitor, recognize, and respond to dangers, enhancing home security, comfort, and tranquility. [Read more…] about The Rise of Robotics and Automation: Transforming Smart Home Security

How to make your house smarter

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As technology advances, more homeowners are discovering the benefits of turning their houses into “smart homes”. These homes are equipped with cutting-edge devices that can be remotely controlled using a smartphone or voice assistant and can automate various tasks.

This article will tell you how to make your house smarter with some of the best tips from Tom Church, Co-Founder of LatestDeals.co.uk. For him, the best thing about making your house smarter is how much money you can save on your household bills, for example.

Check some things you can add to your house to make it smarter. [Read more…] about How to make your house smarter