Automation
Industrial Automation North America to Emphasize Mobility
The second IANA conference to be co-located with IMTS will highlight automation technologies, in particular those with a mobile component.
Read MoreManufacturing Gains Suggest Expansion for Automation
As U.S. manufacturing recorded the greatest monthly increase so far in 2014, a recent survey involving members of the Control System Integrators Association (CSIA) also points to an upswing in the automation industry.
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Variable Frequency Drives Improve Motor Efficiency
The A800 series all-in-one variable frequency drive (VFD) from Mitsubishi Electric Automation combines traditional induction and permanent magnet motors into a single inverter for high-performance response and energy-efficient motor control.
Read More2014 National Robotics League Champions Named
The annual competition challenges students to build battling robots.
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Machine Monitoring Proves Its Worth
These three short case histories document the value of implementing a manufacturing execution system for machine monitoring. In each case, MERLIN hardware and software modules from Memex Automation led to productivity gains and improved overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
Read MoreMitsubishi Electric Automation Opens Training Center
A new facility will serve customers in the Northeastern United States.
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Arc Welding Robot Suitable for High-Density Environments
The MA1440 arc welding robot from Yaskawa Motoman Robotics features a high-speed, through-arm design intended to reduce interference and collisions.
Read MoreSandvik Coromant to Host Smart Event at Mazak
The June 17 event is designed for attendees seeking to purchase new machines or learn how to maximize utilization on existing equipment.
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Workpiece Accumulator Enables Unattended Operation
Available from Tecnara, the Super Ario unattended workpiece accumulator is designed to prevent damage to newly machined workpieces.
Read MoreHaas Automation Appoints European Director
The Belgium-based company has named a new managing director.
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