When considering investing in a robot solution for your company, there are multiple factors to consider. Automating manufacturing doesn’t have a one-size-fits-all solution, however, there are tons of options to choose from. We will review where to begin, what to …
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Common Cobot Myths
Automation is only for complex, large scale operations If you’re a small or mid-sized manufacturer or are facing challenges of low-volume, high-mix production, you may be wondering if cobots are right for you. Cobots can be used for processes that …
Automation is Key in Times of Crisis
The COVID-19 or Coronavirus disease news is everywhere with things changing by the day. The most recent developments are school closures across many states, restaurants and bars only being allowed take out and delivery, or drive-through’s, and hundreds of companies …
Informational Webinar on Tackling COVID-19 Questions from IMA
The Illinois Manufacturing Association (IMA) held a webinar to assist company leadership in managing the COVID-19 virus and planning to be prepared for a multitude of scenarios. We are currently at 288 confirmed cases in the state. This virus is …
What to Consider Before Purchasing a Cobot
Cobots, or collaborative robots, can be a big investment for a machine shop to make. So, here are some tips for things to consider before you take that leap. Which Applications? First, consider what applications you would like a cobot …
Universal Robots’ Joe Campbell Presents at The Assembly Show
Joe Campbell of Universal Robots did a talk on Resolving the Labor Crisis in Manufacturing at The Assembly Show, on October 23rd in Rosemont, Illinois. Here we recap some of the key points discussed. Did you know that 10,000 baby …
Cobot Installation: Systems Integrator vs. Do It Yourself
According to a McKinsey & Company article, “Industry 4.0 could have an estimated value-creation potential for manufacturers and suppliers of $3.7 trillion in 2025, and hopes are high that it could bring the next industrial revolution to discrete manufacturing. Yet …
Cobots Working “Hand” in Hand with Humans
With the growing need for manufacturing jobs to be filled, the cobotic industry is growing exponentially to fill the gap, as well as empowering employees to do more cerebral vs. monotonous tasks. The goal is to replace the least desirable …
In with the New: Technologies Improving Modern Manufacturing
While the word “manufacturing” may conjure up the images of dark, cold factory floors of yesteryear for some, present day manufacturers are anything but staid. Manufacturing in the 21st century has become one of the most progressive and in many …
Beyond the ‘Bot: What Really Goes into Cobot Implementation?
Cobots are taking the machining world by storm, with demand growing by more than 40% annually. The futuristic Cobot “arm” is becoming more widely recognized, but what else really is needed to take a Cobot out of the box and …