Automation
API Connects Industrial Machines Built by Different Venders
Otto Motors has released the Otto Industrial API with the intention of connecting machines from different venders across the entire smart factory, including self-driving vehicles.
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Mitsubishi Electric Automation Launches CNC Quick Tip Video Series
The short YouTube videos are intended to bolster the company’s post-sale customer support by providing answers to commonly-asked questions.
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The Self-Programming Shop
The March 2018 digital edition of Modern Machine Shop covers topics such as software automation, tool monitoring and robotic inspection.
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Job Shop Automates Quoting and Programming
From quoting and design analysis to the application of tool paths, software automation facilitates custom-machined parts on demand and without middlemen.
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Robotic Metrology System Automates Measurement Process
Creaform has launched the R-Series Productivity Station and the R-Series Autocalibration Kit.
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Technologies for More Effective Medical Component Manufacturing Seen at MD&M West 2018
Advancements in 3D printing, automation and inspection technologies were prominent at this year's Medical Design and Manufacturing West show.
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Smart Machining Starts with Smart Sawing
A CNC band saw manufacturer worked with a university corporate research center to develop a cloud-based predictive maintenance app to not only monitor blade life, but also to predict blade failure. It also monitors overall band saw machine health in real time.
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Robot Programming Tool Reduces Calibration Issues
TM Robotics introduces TSAssist software, a programming tool.
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Rotary Encoders Improve Robot Absolute Position Accuracy
Heidenhain introduces encoders designed specifically for the requirements of the robotics, medical and drive technology industries.
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Servo Amplifier's Data Transfer Rate Aids Industry 4.0
Mitsubishi Electric Automation has integrated CC-Link IE Field safety features into its MR-J4-GF servo amplifiers, facilitating industrial Ethernet safety communication.
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