RobotWorx: Industry News

Robotic Innovation

Motoman is quickly gaining a reputation as one of the industry leading robot manufacturers. Motoman robots can be purchased for any number of different industrial and manufacturing applications. In fact, the robots manufactured by this company that can handle laser, waterjet, and plasma cutting as well as material handling such as machine loading, palletizing, and packaging as well as more traditional robot functions like welding.

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German Engineering at its Finest with Kuka Robots

When it comes to technological innovation and advancement, it is hard to argue the fact that German manufacturers have consistently been at the head of the pack. Kuka robotics is no exception. In 1973, Kuka robotics was responsible for creating the first industrial robot and they have not stopped innovating since then. With over 80,000 robots installed worldwide, they are one of the leading robot manufacturers in the world.

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Industrial Robots and Increasing Productivity

The most sophisticated piece of machinery on the floor of any manufacturing facility is likely to be robotic. Robots have been used in assembly lines, particularly by the automotive industry, ever since they first became practical. These machines are designed so that they can perform a particular task repeatedly without ever taking a break. It is not uncommon for some manufacturers to run their robots 24 hours a day, seven days a week, stopping only for occasional maintenance.

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Fanuc Robotics - The Industry Leader

When it comes to industrial robots, FANUC Robotics is one of the best known names in the industry. The company supplies countries around the world, selling well over 250,000 to date. The company designs and manufactures FANUC robots to perform a wide variety of applications including arc and spot welding, material handling, material removal, assembly, painting and dispensing.

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Fanuc R2000 - Versatility and Dependability

When it comes to industrial robots, it is hard to beat the versatility and productivity offered by the Fanuc R2000. This machine can be used for welding, material removal, parts transfer, machine loading, and a variety of other applications. It's slim and agile design makes it the perfect addition to any manufacturing facility or shop floor. This machine also features a large payload so it is capable of handing even the most intense of challenges.

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Research and Utilization of Construction Robotics

The use of robotics on the construction job site is relatively new in the United States. Research and development of technology have been successful in the U.S. as well as Japan, but applying the developments is proving to be a slow process. Research in Construction Robotics One of the main goals of research in this field is to develop construction robots that can perform tasks that humans cannot perform consistently or get to safely.

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Innovations in Construction Robots

The use of robots in industry continues to grow in traditional manufacturing areas, such as automobile manufacture and the manufacture of consumer goods. The use of robots in nontraditional areas, however, is also starting to increase. Robots used in the manufacture of construction goods, whether it’s I-beams or insulation, are becoming more advanced and growing in popularity in different parts of the world.

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Growth in Profits for Industrial Automation Company

Rockwell Automation, out of Milwaukee, helps manufacturing companies automate their production lines with the hardware and software they need for controlling, maintaining, and powering their machines and robots. Rockwell Automation offers services for many types of manufacturing companies, including automotive, food, life sciences, material handling, metalforming, packaging, electronics, and numerous other types of companies.

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Producer finds blend of art, craft and science in Marion company

Watch RobotWorx on the History Channel MARION - A Marion robotic company is ready for its close-up. The History Channel television show "Modern Marvels" will feature RobotWorx at 10 p.m. May 9 in an episode about welding. Technology of a different kind led to the West Fairground Street business winning approximately 10 minutes of air time on the nationally televised cable channel, said Keith Wanner, RobotWorx president.

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Industrial Automation and Research in Police and Military Equipment

Industrial Automation in the Production of Military Equipment More industrial manufacturers have been implementing industrial automation to their lines in recent decades. Companies that supply infrastructure to the military are no different. They too want to enjoy the benefits of a more efficient process. Motoman offers several technologies that are used in the welding of turret bases for armored vehicles including the MH50-20 and any of the ArcWorld robotic workcells.

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INTEGRATOR OF NEW AND USED ROBOTS FOR INDUSTRIAL AUTOMATION