New Applications for Industrial Robotics
SEPT 14 2011
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ABB Robotics is a leading supplier of industrial robots - also providing robot software, peripheral equipment, modular manufacturing cells and service for tasks such as welding, handling, assembly, painting and finishing, picking, packing, palletizing and machine tending. Key markets include automotive, plastics, metal fabrication, foundry, electronics, pharmaceutical and food and beverage industries. A strong customer focus helps manufacturers improve productivity, product quality and worker safety. ABB has installed more than 175,000 robots worldwide. |
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As a world leader in 3D and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) solutions, Dassault Systèmes brings value to more than 130,000 customers in 80 countries. A pioneer in the 3D software market since 1981, Dassault Systèmes applications provide a 3D vision of the entire lifecycle of products from conception to maintenance to recycling. |
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Agile Planet enables industry standard PLC’s to act as state of the art intelligent robotics deployment platforms. We work directly with robot vendors to remove redundancies in the robot controller offering so that OEM’s, integrators, and end users can deploy and support robots natively from their control architecture of choice. The result is a unified control architecture that opens new markets and reduces the cost of ownership for robotic automation. |
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DENSO offers a wide range of compact, four-axis SCARA and five- and six-axis articulated robots, for payloads up to 20 kg, reaches from 350 to 1,300 mm and repeatability to within ±0.015 mm. Standard, dust- and mistproof and cleanroom models are available, plus user-friendly programming software, controllers and teaching pendants. |
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FastFlow® fluidic Microhydraulic Actuators are self-contained gearmotor driven units that can be either hardwired or networked wirelessly. They are small mechatronic actuators that convert torque into hydraulically amplified linear force—inexpensively, without complexity and with plug-n-play simplicity. They are MEMS on steroids... |
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NIST’s Intelligent Systems Division supports a future in which U. S. manufacturing grows more accurate, agile, intelligent, interoperable, and reconfigurable through constant innovation. We partner with industry and academia to achieve this vision through measurement and interoperability standards that advance manufacturing robotics and automation equipment and the underlying control systems |
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Seegrid’s vision-guided technology transforms industrial vehicles into un-manned, automated robotic industrial trucks that operate without the need for wire, tape, laser or other costly guidance systems. Seegrid’s solutions for the material handling industry optimize workflow processes by increasing productivity and reducing costs, creating economic and operational advantages. |
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Southwest Research Institute® (SwRI®) is an independent, nonprofit, applied research and development organization. Engineers, scientists, analysts, and technologists perform contract research and development for government and industrial clients worldwide. The Robotics and Automation Engineering Section has been developing innovative automation, robotics, and perception technologies and solutions for real-world problems for over 25 years. Our world-class experts and experienced engineers develop cutting edge manipulation and mobile solutions for the most difficult problems across a broad range of markets. SwRI’s facilities include state-of-the-art laboratories and large prototype areas for development and testing of solutions prior to customer implementation. |
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Wind River, a wholly owned subsidiary of Intel Corporation (NASDAQ: INTC), is a world leader in embedded and mobile software. Wind River has been pioneering computing inside embedded devices since 1981 and its technology is found in 500+ million products. |
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Bastian Material Handling is an independent system integrator dedicated to helping our customers increase their productivity through proven automation, information systems, and sound operating procedures. We provide turnkey solutions from design engineering and simulation all the way through installation and project management. We take great pride in providing exceptional service and flexibility to our customers. |
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Genesis Systems Group is a recognized leader in robotic systems integration. Since 1983, Genesis has specialized in automation of robotic assembly and handling systems for welded, mechanical and adhesive assembly processes and machine tending applications. Genesis’ solutions are backed by expertise in part processing, process development, system and tooling design, motion controls, manufacture, and implementation of industrial automation. With over 4,000 system installations, Genesis has workcells located in over 40 states and 12 different countries. |
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For over six decades, Bosch Packaging Technology, Inc. has provided the world's leading manufacturers, both large and small with packaging machinery that is innovative, fast, reliable and cost effective. Bosch offers stand-alone machines, as well as complete packaging lines. Our product lines include robotic automation, horizontal flow wrappers, bag sealers, carton/tray formers and closers and continuous and intermittent vertical bagger machines. |
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Freescale is a global leader in the design and manufacture of embedded semiconductors for the automotive, consumer, industrial and networking markets. The privately held company is based in Austin, Texas, with global design, research and development, manufacturing and sales operations. Freescale delivers embedded controller, processor, sensor and analog solutions that meet the environmental, longevity and energy-efficiency requirements of industrial applications. These devices support more intelligent, connected and cost-effective robotic solutions for markets such as medical, factory automation, aerospace and defense, industrial transportation, personal service and entertainment. |
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Motion Controls Robotics is a leading provider of robotic automation solutions in the food & beverage, plastics, building and construction materials, and board & sheet goods industries. Through strong innovation, knowledgeable people and a bold vision, we can help you find the most appropriate solution for your exacting needs, create efficiencies, accelerate timelines, and keep you competitive. Contact Motion Controls Robotics if you are looking to automate your end-of-line packaging, case packing and palletizing application, or material handling and machine tending application. |
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Motoman has a long proven record of delivering innovative robotic solutions worldwide. Motoman offers highly dexterous single and dual arm robots, high-bandwidth control, sensor integration, teleoperation and motion planning capabilities. With our partners, Motoman provides advanced solutions by integrating the best industrial robot technology with cutting edge research and development. |
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Robotiq designs and manufactures flexible robotic grippers and components. We work with robot manufacturers, integrators and end users to deliver dexterous grippers that enable new applications and reduce time-to-market. |
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Established in 1962, Logistics Management magazine is published monthly. Special reports, like the Logistics Outlook in January and the Buyers Guide in December, are provided on an annual basis. Logistics Management reaches the largest number of logistics professionals in the industry. Additionally, no other industry publication reaches nearly as many audited buying influencers of logistics services, technology, and equipment. |
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Since 1946, Modern Materials Handling has provided the most comprehensive coverage of productivity solutions for materials handling professionals in distribution, warehousing and manufacturing. In total, Modern Materials Handling reaches the largest and most highly qualified audience of executives, distribution center professionals and engineers involved in buying/specifying materials handling equipment and services. We deliver an estimated audience of over 132,000 individuals through our web site, email newsletters, printed magazines, online webcasts/conferences and market-defining research.* |
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Robotics Trends is the first integrated media firm serving the personal, service, mobile and industrial robotics through: Publishing, producing Robotics Trends(www.roboticstrends.com), focused on business and technology of the robotics marketplace; Events, producing the RoboBusiness (www.robobusiness.com) and RoboDevelopment (www.RoboDevelopment.com) Conference and Expositions; and the Robotics Summit Virtual Event Series; and Research, serving the strategic consulting needs of emerging technologies companies. |
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Automation.com is dedicated to providing information that enables control and automation professionals to solve problems and improve production efficiency. The website features topic-specific Automation Portals and contains articles, news, products, supplier and system integrator directories, job center, white papers, application stories and events. The website attracts more than 500,000 global visits each month. |
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Automotive Design & Production is the only b-to-b brand dedicated to helping the North American automotive decision makers produce vehicles better, faster and cheaper. Editorially, AD&P examines the tools, techniques and best practices that are changing the automotive industry. Our Brand is made up of three components: a magazine, a website and an e-newsletter. |