Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 34.52
October 24, 2024
…virtual one-day event, which spans from hallucinating CFD to additive manufacturing’s 4th industrial to simulation-driven design. Digital Engineering is a sister publication of Robotics 24/7 and owned by Peerless Media. The summit welcomes guests to spend a couple hours learning beneficial insights from industry experts on use of artificial intelligence (AI) in simulation, how to optimize your designs for additive manufacturing, discovering real-world engineering use cases for digital twins and considering the business benefits of simulation. Attendees are invited to attend the kickoff keynote and any or all of the following. Learn more about the Design & Simulation Summit -…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 21.80
September 29, 2024
…of 0.03 millimeters, which the company said can support manufacturing production in the electronics, automotive, aerospace, and metalwork fabrication industries. The Ultra Accuracy feature is available for both new GoFa systems and as a retrofit option for existing GoFa cobots. “As industries look to automation to enhance product quality and achieve tighter tolerances - continuously decreasing the maximum allowable deviation from the standard in quality control - there is a growing need for robots that can perform tasks with exceptional precision,” said Andrea Cassoni, ABB Robotics global head of collaborative robots. “By combining ultra-accurate path performance with GoFa's inherent simplicity,…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 27.76
August 05, 2024
Meltio, a manufacturer of wire-laser metal deposition additive manufacturing technology (Directed Energy Deposition, DED), has announced a new partnership with Jupiter Machine Tool (JMT) - an Illinois-based organization for repairing and building CNC machine tools and models across North America. The agreement, along with an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) agreement with Union MechaTronic (UnionMT) of Taiwan, creates a global partnership dedicated to developing and selling Hybrid CNC Machines using Meltio’s wire-laser metal patented DED technology, to support the rapidly growing demand. JMT, Meltio and UMT create unique tri-lateral partnership Jupiter Machine Tool is a provider for the advanced manufacturing industry.…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 35.52
July 19, 2024
…with FANUC America, recently introduced Alchemist 1, an all-in-one additive manufacturing robotic workcell. The cell is made in the USA and was engineered for easy integration and rapid deployment. Large scale, dense metal parts Powered by Meltio’s Wire-Laser Metal Deposition (W-LMD) technology, Alchemist 1 delivers cost-effective production of large, fully dense metal parts, catering to the needs of automotive, aerospace, mining, oil and gas, and various other sectors. Some key features of the Alchemist 1 include: A deposition rate of up to 1 kg an hour A build volume of 3.2’ x 6.5’ x 3.2’ And compatibility with inexpensive welding…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 15.71
May 14, 2024
…it has tailored to meet the needs of industrial manufacturing with 24/7 production cycles. 3D Solution and Bräuer Group managers were present in Linares, Spain in March 2024 at the worldwide announcement of the new Meltio M600 metal 3D printer, where they were able to see and test the new industrial system. “This collaboration between us serves as a great indicator of how Meltio’s partner ecosystem and our unique wire-laser metal 3D printing technology for industries is evolving in Germany,” said Moisés Moza Sánchez, Meltio sales manager in the DACH region. “As well as by leveraging 3D Solution knowledge, we…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 13.96
March 28, 2024
…a new metal 3D printer that looks introduce metal additive manufacturing to the world of industrial production outside of niche areas. The new Meltio M600 is designed to solve problems of long lead times, costly stock-keeping and increasingly fragile supply chains, thanks to its metal 3D printing technology. This new system increases productivity and reduces manufacturing costs, brings new materials to the table and most importantly is ready to perform 24/7 with minimal operator interaction for autonomous production, according to the company. 3D printing applications According to Meltio, the M600 is the first industrial wire-laser metal 3D printer that incorporates,…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 40.53
March 22, 2024
Ricoh, a provider of additive manufacturing for 3D-printed medical devices, recently announced a partnership with North Carolina State University, one of the United States’ top graduate programs for additive manufacturing, to address supply chain challenges through the application of 3D-printing technology. The NC State Center of Excellence (COE) will focus on research and development of new additive manufacturing applications, as well as function as the 'nerve center' for Ricoh's Managed 3D-print services network. More expected growth in additive manufacturing section According to Ricoh, the partnership with NC State will enable product teams to design, prototype and quickly refine and reiterate…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 12.87
December 12, 2023
…or extruders, present a host of valuable advantages for additive manufacturing. These heads are versatile, capable of accommodating a broad spectrum of materials, from PLA (polylactic acid), PETG (polyethylene terephthalate glycol), TPU (thermoplastic polyurethane), and ABS (acrylonitrile butadiene styrene) to metals, enabling their application across diverse industries. Renowned for their precision, 3D printing heads can meticulously create objects in the X, Y, and Z axes, resulting in highly accurate prints with exceptional surface quality. Additionally, their ability to operate at high speeds contributes to shorter production times. Furthermore, these heads exhibit efficiency by judiciously utilizing filament material through controlled deposition.…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 22.90
November 22, 2023
Inkbit, a provider of additive manufacturing solutions, announced the publication of a landmark study in the Nature journal, demonstrating the use of its Vision-Controlled Jetting (VCJ) technology to directly manufacture complex multi-functional systems in one print, without assembly of subcomponents. Written in collaboration with MIT and the Soft Robotics Lab at ETH Zurich, the paper, titled “Vision-Controlled Jetting for Composite Systems and Robots,” demonstrates how VCJ opens a new frontier in manufacturing by expanding capabilities to synthetically recreate the intricate structure and functionality of natural organisms. Traditional manufacturing methods struggle to fabricate systems that mirror the intricate structures and varied…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 22.43
October 30, 2023
…global logistics. “Our mission is to create a green manufacturing industry,” stated James DeMuth, co-founder and CEO of Seurat. “With our additive manufacturing technology, our print factories will provide our customers with clean manufacturing that can compete with the volumes, quality, and price points of traditional manufacturing.” “This new funding will enable Seurat to unlock our next phase of growth, deploy our new machines, and scale our factory capacity to meet current demands,” he added in a release. Metal additive manufacturing to aid sustainability Manufacturing is one of the largest contributors to greenhouse gas emissions, responsible for 31% of emissions…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 22.96
October 12, 2023
…industry. “While Industry 4.0 technologies have already reshaped the manufacturing landscape, the time is ripe for the construction sector to realize its digital destiny,” stated Dr. Mohan Seifi, vice president of global advanced manufacturing programs at ASTM International. “This roadmap is the beacon, guiding the community towards collaborative activities that prioritize innovation and elevate our global competitiveness,” he said. The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Advanced Manufacturing Technology Roadmap Program (MFGTech) sponsored the construction digitalization roadmap. Roadmap identifies technologies to aid construction Mohsen cited eight technologies could transform construction: Additive manufacturing Artificial intelligence Augmented reality Big data Cybersecurity…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.45
September 24, 2023
…Technology Collaborative last week held its third annual Massachusetts Manufacturing Mash-Up at Polar Park, showcasing collaboration among business, academia, and government to innovate, educate, and grow. About 1,500 people attended the event, 25% growth over 2022, according to the event organizers. This year's Mash-Up included the 8th Annual Manufacturing Awards Ceremony, the announcement of the Massachusetts Manufacturing Accelerate Program (MMAP) grant winner, and exhibits by technology companies, as well as student networking and challenges. “Our organization is proud to support, help scale, and celebrate the Massachusetts manufacturing ecosystem at this incredible event, and we’re humbled by the growth over the…
