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Comau designs and builds ‘cutting-edge’ automation technology for Li Auto factory

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Industrial robotics specialist Comau has designed and developed what it describes as a “cutting-edge automation technology” for Li Auto’s next-generation range extender line, allowing the Chinese electric vehicle maker to reach an annual production capacity of up to 400,000 units.

(A range extender for an electric vehicle is a secondary power source, typically a small internal combustion engine, that acts as a generator to charge the EV’s main battery when it’s running low.)

The full-value-chain solution, which includes concept design, system simulation, assembly, and commissioning, highlights Comau’s ability to support the dynamic demands of the fast-growing electric vehicle (EV) market with innovative, high-performance manufacturing systems and enabling technologies.

The integrated automation solution, which covers the interior assembly line, exterior assembly line, cylinder head line, and piston-connecting rod line, has significantly enhanced reliability, operational efficiency and flexibility. [Read more…] about Comau designs and builds ‘cutting-edge’ automation technology for Li Auto factory

Universal Robots offers new torque interface to empower research and innovation

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Having the ability to directly control the torque of all the collaborative robot (cobot) joints opens vast opportunities for cobots to carry out demanding tasks.

But even for experienced cobot users and researchers, building your own software stack to enable this is both time consuming and challenging.

That’s why Universal Robots (UR) has developed a new low-level torque interface that gives access to control the target torque for all the joints of the UR cobot at 500 Hz. [Read more…] about Universal Robots offers new torque interface to empower research and innovation

Foxconn to partner with Robust.AI to develop warehouse automation robots

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Robust.AI, a developer of AI-driven warehouse automation, has agreed a strategic manufacturing partnership with Hon Hai Technology Group, also known as Foxconn, the world’s largest electronics manufacturing services provider, to expand production of its flagship Carter multi-function collaborative robotics platform.

The partnership will enable Robust.AI to rapidly fulfill increasing demand from its growing international customer base and strengthen the resilience of its supply chain and manufacturing operations.

According to a recent Global Market Insights report, the warehouse automation market is forecasted to grow from $26.5 billion in 2024 to $115.8 billion by 2034 – a compound annual growth rate of 15.9 percent. [Read more…] about Foxconn to partner with Robust.AI to develop warehouse automation robots

Schneider Electric expands its Lexium industrial robot range

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Schneider Electric has expanded its Lexium line of industrial robots, showcasing new systems designed to enhance flexibility, speed, and precision on manufacturing lines.

Unveiled at the Automate 2025 trade show in Detroit, the updated Lexium portfolio now includes a compact, high-speed SCARA robot for pick-and-place tasks, an extended Lexium Cobot range with an 18 kg payload option, and the MC12 Multi Carrier system for dynamic object handling.

These robots are designed for seamless integration into unified industrial control environments, enabling real-time synchronization, collaborative data flows, and ultra-precise motion. [Read more…] about Schneider Electric expands its Lexium industrial robot range

Automate 2025: North America’s biggest industrial automation event

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Automate 2025 – which starts Monday – is North America’s largest robotics and automation event, a key meeting point for professionals in this rapidly evolving field.

Since its beginnings in 1976 as the first “Robots Show”, it has grown and adapted, becoming Automate in 2011 after merging with other industry events. Recognizing the increasing importance of automation, Automate became an annual standalone event in 2022.

The goal of Automate 2025 is to showcase the latest advancements across various industries. The event features an extensive exhibition with over 800 exhibitors presenting their newest robotics and automation technologies. [Read more…] about Automate 2025: North America’s biggest industrial automation event

Amazon unveils Project Vulcan: A ‘fundamental leap forward in robotics’ with a sense of touch

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Amazon, the world’s largest online retailer and one of the world’s biggest users of robotics technology, has recently unveiled Project Vulcan – a new robot designed to work alongside human employees in its warehouses and fulfillment centers.

This innovative robot is equipped with “force feedback sensors” at the end of its arm and grabbing tool, giving it a sense of touch.

This allows Vulcan to understand and control the amount of force it applies when pushing or grabbing items, enabling it to handle a wide range of products, including fragile ones, without causing damage. [Read more…] about Amazon unveils Project Vulcan: A ‘fundamental leap forward in robotics’ with a sense of touch

ABB Robotics to showcase ‘full-scale’ OmniCore controller at Automate 2025

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ABB Robotics will unveil a powerful lineup of robotic demos at Automate 2025, May 12-15 at Huntington Place in Detroit (Main Booth #2632; Education Pavilion #8614), showcasing its new OmniCore controller – a transformative control platform delivering faster, more precise and more autonomous automation across ABB’s entire robot portfolio.

This will be the first full-scale US debut of OmniCore, which streamlines installation and programming while boosting performance.

Developed through a $170 million investment, OmniCore is ABB’s most advanced control platform yet, a unique, single architecture that integrates ABB Robotics’ complete range of hardware and software, for flexible, future-ready automation. [Read more…] about ABB Robotics to showcase ‘full-scale’ OmniCore controller at Automate 2025

Fanuc to showcase ‘cutting-edge’ robotics and automation solutions at Automate 2025

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Fanuc America, a global industrial automation company, will showcase its latest industrial and collaborative robotic innovations at Automate 2025.

The event, held in Detroit from May 12-15, will feature several all-new applications designed to enhance efficiency and unlock increased productivity.

Mike Cicco, president and CEO of Fanuc America, says: “Today, more than ever, automation is the key to reaching production targets, boosting efficiency, and ensuring employee satisfaction.

“From start-ups to large-scale manufacturers, Fanuc provides industry-leading, dependable, and cost-effective automation solutions that help companies overcome their greatest challenges.” [Read more…] about Fanuc to showcase ‘cutting-edge’ robotics and automation solutions at Automate 2025

Omron separates robotics business unit in ‘strategic step’

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Omron has announced the creation of what it describes as “a dedicated global robotics organisation”, describing it as a “strategic step”.

The company says the restructuring reflects Omron’s “continued commitment to robotics as a core part of its value proposition and an essential pillar of its complete end-to-end automation solutions”.

The new robotics organisation will operate alongside Omron’s automation business, allowing both to complement and reinforce one another.
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The view from automatica: Why companies are increasingly turning to robotics and automation

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What if work no longer felt like work? And monotonous tasks became entertaining? Or hard labor was replaced by voice commands?

automatica 2025  will show how close reality has already come to this vision.

Here, exhibitors from all over the world will show how robots, cobots, and humanoids interact with and support humans as new exciting job descriptions are created. [Read more…] about The view from automatica: Why companies are increasingly turning to robotics and automation