Automation & Controls

Products • February 23, 2023

Linear Actuator L

The Linear Actuator FAULHABER L product family is designed for high performances in compact dimensions, it supports large input speed or high output force. It is well-suited for a wide range of applications like robotics, industrial machines and laboratory equipment. A large number of reduction ratios, uniformly distributed, are available to select the most appropriate configuration to fit various force or speed operating points as required by the application.

News • February 16, 2023

ANCA’s precision machining technology on display at PMTS

ANCA Americas in Wixom, Michigan, a manufacturer of CNC grinding machines, has announced its participation at PMTS in Cleveland from April 18 to 20 at Booth 4077.

Articles • February 14, 2023 • Jim Hranica

Automation and quality control

Leverage Internet of Things integrations to help tracking and control parts

Products • February 11, 2023

Robot Calibration Mobile App

The original version of the application only worked with the robots of three well-known manufacturers. The latest version of SprutCAM Tech's Robot Calibration app now supports TCP calibration for the following robot brands: FANUC, Kuka, CRP, Denso, Dobot, Estun, Hiwin, Hyundai, Motoman, Newker, Manutec, Nachi, OTC Daihen and Turin.

Articles • February 7, 2023 • Craig Zoberis

Robot resistance lessens

CNC machine-tending robots catching on faster than the CNC machine ever did

Products • February 7, 2023

FREEDOM Index Table

Requiring no cables, the portable, manually operated, metrology grade index table is compatible with any make of portable measuring arm, not just LK's 6- and 7-axis FREEDOM arm range, which comprises 34 models. The 11.8-inch (300 mm) or optional 19.6-inch (500 mm) diameter table is quick to set up on a work surface, after which the operator secures the part to be inspected onto the surface with the aid of pre-drilled, threaded fixing holes or integral clamping magnets.

Videos • February 3, 2023

Robotics Results: The Acceptance Cycle

The 14th episode in CTE's Robotics Results video series shows CNC machine-tending robots in action. Supplied by Fusion | RoboJob-USA President Craig Zoberis, the video is a supplement to his latest Robotics Results column, "The Acceptance Cycle," which appears in the February 2023 issue of CTE magazine.

Products • February 1, 2023

myFastems

The digital service is built as a progressive web application for easy access via web browser on a PC, tablet, or smartphone. It can also be combined with other services such as 8760 support, preventive maintenance, and software maintenance agreements for optimized solutions throughout the entire life cycle. myFastems is available for all current Fastems automation systems from January 2023 and will be pre-installed for new systems in the future.

News • January 24, 2023

Australian manufacturer finds its niche in equine dental products

Growth in the animal health industry saw the company invest in an FX5E to keep up with demand.

Articles • January 23, 2023

Boosting supply chain resilience

Institutions and industry leaders partner to make targeted supply chain improvements using robotic and automation solutions.

Articles • January 19, 2023 • Brendt Holden

Automating the toolroom

Use automation and digitization for maximum quality and sustained success in the setup of tooling assemblies.

News • January 17, 2023

China overtakes the United States in robot density

China's massive investment in industrial robotics has put the country in the top ranking of robot density, surpassing the United States for the first time.