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SuperPick system combines ultra-fast 3D vision with state-of-the-art gripping technology to automate handling, scanning and loading of outbound orders and returns of polybagged items.

Soft Robotics Moves into AI

Industrial robots gain human-like hand-eye coordination.

Colombian Odecopack debuts at PACK EXPO with a cutting-edge robotic palletizing cell

With its automated palletizing cell, the company Odecopack jumpstarts the Colombian-made robotic technology offer for end-of-line operations at PACK EXPO Las Vegas.

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Packaging World Robotics Playbook

Trends, Case Studies and Get-It-Right Tips

Fanuc and MSSC Align to Address Shortage of Skilled U.S. Workers

Fanuc America and Manufacturing Skill Standards Council (MSSC) have united to co-market the stackability of their respective industry-recognized certifications to certify more workers for careers in robotics and automation.

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Motion Controls Robotics to Exhibit End of Line Solutions and Software at Converters Expo

Motion Controls Robotics will showcase a new end of line production solutions and software and will feature a Fanuc CRX-10iA collaborative robot that will demonstrate one way to use collaborative robots for end of line processes.

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Robotic Depalletizer

Pearson Packaging launched a robotic depalletizing solution designed for mixed/irregular pallet stacks using AI/vision technologies from Plus One Robotics.

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Handled with care: Your cookies and crackers deserve the best!

They are a delight around the world – and a challenge for manufacturers everywhere. The guide provides an analysis of the market trends and the corresponding requirements focusing on handling and infeed technology.

Brenton Mp1000 Relaunch

Redesigned Robotic Bulk Palletizer/Depalletizing EOAT

The redesigned MP1000 robotic bulk palletizing/depalletizing EOAT from Brenton can pick up empty or full bulk items, bags, cans, bottles, or irregular-shaped packs. It also works for handling cases, open or sealed cases, trays, display packs, and bundles.

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Harpak-ULMA Announces New Global Headquarters

Harpak-ULMA announced the relocation of its global headquarters to a new, significantly expanded facility that will feature an advanced state-of-the-art customer experience center.

Ranpak Announces Investment in Pickle Robot Co.

Ranpak Holdings Corp. announced its investment in Pickle Robot Co., a manufacturer of robots designed for automated sorting, loading, and unloading of packaged goods within logistical lines.

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Beverage Manufacturers Turn to Dynamic Machines and Automation to Meet SKU Expansion

Manufacturers are being pressed on all fronts to expand offerings in the beverage market, and they are turning to OEMs and suppliers to offer solutions at all points in the manufacturing process.

JLS Offers Remote, Real-Time Service and Training

JLS View uses Microsoft’s HoloLens 2 technology and connects customers with support needs whether they are around the corner or the world from JLS technicians.

BluePrint Automation Acquires Jongerius Hanco B.V.

BluePrint Automation (BPA) Group acquired Jongerius Hanco B.V. located in Amersfoort, The Netherlands.

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Bosch Launches E-Commerce Portal for Design Engineers

The Rexroth Store provides easy access to product and account information, CAD files, and the ability to verify system designs with Rexroth product engineers.

Lets Celebrate Fanuc Reaches 750 K Robots

Fanuc Announces Production of 750,000th Robot

The production of Faunc’s 750,000th industrial robot represents a record high point in the robotics industry.

Robotics Use in the High-Mix, Low-Volume Space

As prices come down and the business landscape changes, automation is becoming increasingly popular for small manufacturers in the high-mix, low-volume space. This Take Five video has all the details your company needs to know.

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Global Automation Leader Fanuc Announces Production of 750,000th Robot

Fanuc is capable of producing 11,000 robots per month in fully automated factories that use its own robots to make robots, controllers, and machine tools that offer world-renowned reliability, precision, speed, and easy operation.

Machine-to-Machine Transactions in an E-Commerce Marketplace

IoT, AI, and blockchain form the foundation of the machine economy marketplace. Watch this Take Five with OEM video to learn more about the future of self-sufficient machines autonomously executing transactions.

Benefits of Centralized Mobile Robot Control

Bolstered by 5G wireless connectivity and AI, a centralized control model for autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) could drastically simplify interoperability challenges while reducing per unit costs. Watch this Take Five video to find out more.

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New Era of High-Performance Actuation to Enable Simpler, Safer, and More Productive Robots and Machines

This direct-drive actuator combines high torque density, cleanliness, and reliability to improve performance and lower total cost of ownership, the company says.

The Machine-To-Machine Marketplace

The convergence of technologies—especially Internet of Things, artificial intelligence, and blockchain—is setting the stage for a new “machine economy” where self-sufficient systems autonomously execute transactions.

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DEMAUREX SA: Sidebot for High-speed Collaborative Automation

Wyzo works safely side-by-side with humans without protective barriers or performance compromises.