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Automating vs. Outsourcing – what is best for your company?

Manufacturing with automated industrial robots help production lines stay competitive. Automation helps manufacturers stay flexible and perform on several different applications. The industrial robot systems can also be upgraded with vision and sensor guidance to further improve their precision. All of this helps a manufacturer save time and money and allow for less downtime.

Automated removal robots working for the DoD

Automated material removal robots are working for the department of defense and providing great results. The U.S. Department of Defense are using the industrial material removal robots on their aircraft. All helicopters and tiltrotors are impact blasted to help remove the paint and automated robots help to reduce the risk of damage and increase the consistency of removal.

A new robotic suite for applications and maintenance

New technologies are constantly being created to produce a better application and maintenance environment. One robotics company, Staubli Robotics, created a software platform that is directly linked to the robot and controller and offers many software options.

Removing material with Motoman robots

Motoman robots have perfected their material removal process and are a great addition to your manufacturing process. Motoman material robots can handle a wide variety of material removal applications such as cutting holes or etching part identification numbers in an incredibly fast time.

Six-axis robots improving the plastics industry

Six-axis robots help to increase the effectiveness on the plastic product production line. Six-axis robots are flexible and can handle objects with as much or as little force as necessary. These industrial robots can also be programmed to handle small or large products, while also being re-tasked when necessary.

Six-axis friction welding robots – a riveting alternative

For alternate riveting solution, consider industrial six-axis welding robots. Industrial welding robots can weld various thicknesses with excellent seam quality. Industries that have already converted to automation have seen a 20% decrease in application time and cost reduction.

KUKA coating robots – a model for every environment

The manufacturing industry can use a wide range of robots to accomplish different tasks such as welding, material handling, material removal and coating. Coating robots help to influence the chemical, physical, or electrical properties during the process. They are able to efficiently coat a product while also producing a higher quality product.

Robots remove the need for companies to outsource their factories

Industrial robots reduce the requirements for companies to outsource their factories for cheaper work. They can save money through reduced facility and labor costs by integrating an industrial robot on their production line. The increased advancements in technology help to reduce the overall costs of industrial robots for businesses large and small.

Speed vs Flexibility: 4-axis vs 6-axis robots

Industrial robots provide a wide range of benefits on your production line. However, it is important to understand your needs and select the perfect one. If you are looking for increased speeds, especially on your assembly line, then a 4-axis robot is the way to go. The six-axis robots have the edge when it comes to dexterity and flexibility.

The advantages of Fanuc material removal robots

Robots are the perfect tool for your material removal application as they remove workers from the dangerous dust, chemicals, and particles that can cause respirator infections. Material removal robots can accomplish a wide range of tasks on your line, also providing great versatility and flexibility.

KUKA to use youBot in manipulation competition

KUKA is a leader in innovation in the robotics world and create events such as youBot for competitors. They do all they can to get the word out there about robots, inviting engineers and creative minds around the globe.

Motoman launches new STEM platform for robotics education

Motoman robotics is expanding the ability for students to study robotics by providing opportunities to develop specific manufacturing skills. The STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) is an imperative skill for kids today and so integrating robotics will be very beneficial across the board.