
ABB Robotics and XtalPi have joined forces in a strategic alliance to develop a series of automated laboratory workstations in China. These state-of-the-art facilities are set to enhance the productivity of research and development activities in fields such as biopharmaceuticals, chemical engineering, chemistry, and new energy materials. Jose-Manuel Collados, Manager of Service Robotics Product Line…

Oakley Food Projects, a specialist in the design and fit-out of food-production facilities, outlines the importance of a comprehensive design phase when planning your food factory One question that always arises when considering an expansion project is how much will the project cost? Taking time with a thorough design phase means that you can discuss…

The NORDAC ON frequency inverters are part of the NORD modular system and can be optimally combined with the company’s IE3 or IE5+ motor ranges to provide the ultimate in drive flexibility and efficiency. The drives can be used over a speed range of 0 to 2600rpm, and with the IE5+ motor, constant torque down…

Integrated functional safety in variable speed drives is nothing new, but now new developments in drive technology can allow safety features to be integrated more seamlessly with wider process architecture, as Liam Blackshaw, UK Product Manager – LV Drives at ABB, explains. If a process or procedure suddenly goes wrong in an industrial setting, you…

Driven by the high volume of industrial robot installations, the world hit a new record of 3.9 million operational robots in 2022. The top most automated countries measured by robot density are: The Republic of Korea (1,012 robots per 10,000 employees), Singapore (730 units) and Germany (415 units). This is according to the World Robotics…

Swiss start-up Sevensense, a leader in AI-based navigation, enables the highest levels of speed, accuracy and autonomy of mobile robots, one of the fastest growing robotics markets Acquisition underlines ABB’s strategic investment focus on innovative AI solutions transforming industries, such as logistics and manufacturing ABB becomes leader in next-generation AMRs, integrating Visual SLAM technology with…

CKF Systems was delighted to reach the end of its 35th year of successful, thriving business operation in 2023 with the largest order intake in its history. CKF are a leading robotics and automation systems integrator based in Gloucester, UK. CKF are delighted to be celebrating three and a half decades of commitment to designing,…

Real-time asset tracking and condition monitoring are essential in agricultural operations like livestock management, cold chain warehousing for foods and pharmaceuticals, managing fleets of vehicles, and Industry 4.0 flexible production operations. It is a complex process involving multiple sensors to monitor environmental conditions. It stresses that the asset is subjected to multi-constellation global navigation satellite…

Crystal Display Systems (CDS), a leading provider of display solutions, proudly announces the launch of its updated range of industrial-grade stretched LCD displays, setting a new standard in the industry. With an extensive inventory of ex-stock items, CDS emerges as the definitive go-to company for cutting-edge stretched LCD monitors tailored for diverse applications. CDS takes…

Mina Justa, a significant copper mining project in Peru, has recently achieved a substantial advancement in worker safety and security. This improvement is a result of the successful implementation of a pioneering IoT-based worker safety solution, developed through a collaboration between StraconTech, Abeeway, and Actility. As a major player in the copper mining sector, Mina…