Automation
Choosing the Right Projects to Automate
What are the strategies and upfront work that go into identifying production problems that could benefit from an automation solution?
Read More
LSR Advances in Dispensing, Tooling and Automation
At Fakuma 2023, Sumitomo (SHI) Demag’s LSR injection molding machines showcased advances from itself and partners Reinhardt-Technik, Rico and Sepro.
Read More
Servo-Driven Sprue Picker
Wittmann says switching to a servodrive for the WX90 sprue picker results in faster movements, more controlled axes and reduced energy consumption.
Read More
Fakuma 2023: Sepro Introduces Its Fastest Top-Entry Robot, Integrative Controller
The concept ThundeRbot enters and exits the mold with parts in 0.79 second, while the Sepro Visual+ controls all the peripheral equipment in the show cell.
Read More
Compact, Affordable Robotic Palletizer for FHPC Bottles
Sidel introduces high palletizing performance in a compact, affordable package for food, home and personal care bottles.
Read More
‘Contactless’ Accumulator Is Gentle to Superthin PET Bottles
Sidel’s Gebo AQFlex protects ultralight PET water bottles from dents at Suntory Japan.
Read More
Fakuma 2023: Sprue Picking Without Cycle-Time Hit
Boy and igus collaborate on sprue picker that removes sprue outside of the platens, eliminating impact on cycle time.
Read More
Engel Boosts Automation Production Capabilities in North America
The Austrian company held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to mark the expansion of its North American Automation Center in York, Penn., featuring 15,000-ft2 of production, office and logistics space.
Read More
Injection Molding and Moldmaking Automation in Focus
When, how, what and why to automate — leading robotics suppliers and forward-thinking moldmakers will share their insights on automating manufacturing at collocated event.
Read More
