Reducing Complexity in Assembly Equipment May 25, 2022 In this podcast, John Derry, senior application engineer at Promess, talks to SME Media contributing editor Michael Anderson about reducing complexity in assembly equipment. Derry discusses how assembly systems may become unnecessarily complex--and how that complexity can reduce quality and increase costs. Derry goes on to describe effective ways of addressing these issues and to reduce and even eliminate unnecessary complexity.
Autonomous Mobile Robots Drive Manufacturing Versatility September 3, 2020 Robotics have come a long way since the first industrial robot was installed at General Motors. Denise Ebenhoech, Regional Head of Advanced Robotics Applications at KUKA Robotics, sits down with Chris Mahar, Associate Editor, to discuss recent developments within mobile robots. From cleans rooms to job shops to moving entire airplane assemblies, autonomous mobile robots are helping manufacturers succeed in today’s advanced manufacturing landscape.
Felsomat USA to Host Innovation Day on June 10 June 7, 2021 Felsomat USA will host Innovation Day on June 10 at its U.S. headquarters in Schaumburg.
Tenured robotics integrator turns on a dime to help manufacturers do the same April 5, 2021 In October, in the middle of the coronavirus pandemic, a smaller machine shop in Wisconsin needed a robot to deburr parts—and fast.
Intelligent Assembly Helps Auto Part Remanufacturer Compete March 24, 2021 When an automotive starter needs to be replaced, it’s very likely that the most expensive components—the armature, commutator or gears—are still functional, or can be restored economically.
Twenty women making their mark in robotics & automation February 3, 2021 If there is a common thread found in the women Smart Manufacturing identified as making their mark in robotics and automation, it is a heightened awareness of the impact humans have on the planet without trying, as well as the positive impact we can have with concerted efforts.
FANUC, Rockwell Automation Form Coalition February 26, 2021 FANUC and Rockwell Automation formed a coalition to address skills gap issues with work and apprenticeship programs.
ABB Executive Wins Robotics Award June 22, 2022 Bertil Thorvaldsson, senior advisor at ABB, has received the prestigious Engelberger Robotics Award for Leadership.
Improving Assembly of Universal Joints June 22, 2022 The basic principles behind the universal joint are centuries old, but the methods to make them are changing.
Small Town Charm, Big Opportunities: Citrus County, Florida June 6, 2022 Located on the west coast of Florida -- an area affectionately known as the “Nature Coast” -- Citrus County is best known for the beauty of its natural environment and strong ecotourism industry.