Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 22.12
…skilled workers, has increased interest in automating welding. Vejen, Denmark-based WeldingDroid has announced that robotics luminary Thomas Visti Jensen has joined its ownership group. The Vejen, Denmark-based startup said it plans to use its latest capital to grow from six to 30 employees and to open branches in Germany and the U.S. by the end of 2022. Visti was the owner and CEO of two of Denmark's most successful robotics businesses: collaborative robot leader Universal Robots A/S (UR) and Mobile Industrial Robots ApS (MiR), both of which are now Teradyne companies. He was named European CEO Entrepreneur of the Year…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.03
…as well as the Gecko gripping technology. The Odense, Denmark-based company also sells force/torque sensors, a 2.5D vision system, screwdrivers, sander kits, and tool changers. With offices worldwide, OnRobot provides automation for applications such as packaging, quality control, materials handling, machine tending, packaging, assembly, and surface finishing. MAP to make applying OnRobot tooling easier Vention said MAP provides users with the engineering software and modular hardware they need to design, automate, order, and deploy factory equipment in a single digital environment. With thousands of modular parts, smart design tools, and real-time pricing, factory equipment can be designed in minutes from…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.62
…drones and assistive systems in Israel, marine systems in the Netherlands, and collaborative robot arms and mobile robots from Denmark. And that's not even counting the billions of dollars currently flowing into autonomous vehicle development, with China and the U.S. as early leaders. As each country and region seeks robotics leadership, common themes include technological innovation, manufacturing competitiveness, and the ability to coordinate R&D across academia and industry. While some governments are focused more on healthcare or military applications, the robotics advancements they fund could benefit the entire world.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.62
…transportation flows, according to Mobile Industrial Robots. The Odense, Denmark-based company recently reported a 55% increase in AMR sales in first quarter of 2021, which makes it the best first quarter to date. MiR, a Teradyne company, said it offers five AMR models capable of transporting everything from small parts to heavy loads up to 1,000 kg (2,204 lb.). The robots are also capable of automatically picking up, transporting, and delivering pallets and can be customized with different top modules, depending on the customers’ needs. Mobile Industrial Robots said its collaborative AMRs are are designed to work alongside human colleagues…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.65
…SL, an OEM partner and local distributor for Odense, Denmark-based Mobile Industrial Robots ApS (MiR). He had worked with the Madrid-based company previously on collaborative robotics projects. The research and development department at RobotPlus had already been examining the idea of combining MiR’s mobile robot technology with UV-C lights to create an autonomous disinfection robot capable of disinfecting rooms and closed spaces quickly and effectively. Founded in 2010, RobotPlus specializes in industrial engineering with the aim of adding value through automation. It focuses on consultancy services and the distribution of collaborative robots and autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), mainly in the…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.23
…version of its UR10e collaborative robot arm. The Odense, Denmark-based cobot leader said the UR10e's increased payload capacity of 12.5kg (27.55 lb.) came in response to customer feedback and expands potential applications such as palletizing, machine tending, and packaging. The robot’s price remains unchanged, said Universal Robots. “Universal Robots is committed to continuous improvement based on meaningful conversations with customers and our ability to address critical market opportunities,” stated Kim Povlsen, president of Universal Robots. “Our customers have already deployed UR cobots on a wide variety of palletizing applications.” “Over time, they have identified opportunities to utilize our UR10e cobot…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.26
…while and tried to mix AGVs and AMRs.” “In Denmark, hospitals are diversifying their fleets,” he added. “For example, one is using AGVs for laundry or heavier items in hallways, and it is using MiR100s or MiR250s to deliver supplies to rooms. It's now thinking of using more robots for disinfection or automated beds.” “I think the market will get bigger when it comes to robotics applications on the street, like street cleaners, parcel deliveries, and some autonomous vehicles,” said von der Burg. “Businesses are beginning to realize that rather than wait for one vendor to do it all, they…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.60
…55% over the same period last year. The Odense, Denmark-based company noted that much of its Q1 sales were of the MiR250, its latest and most compact autonomous mobile robot. It also said that it has received multiple orders from multinational organizations that are continuing to invest in large fleets of robots to automate materials handling and internal logistics. “Automation and digitalization are critical measures to strengthen manufacturing businesses during and after the COVID-19 pandemic,” stated Søren E. Nielsen, president of Mobile Industrial Robots (MiR). “Consequently, many companies that successfully tested AMR solutions are returning for more and planning full-scale…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.92
…help manufacturers integrate ActiNav into machining cells, the Odense, Denmark-based cobot maker yesterday said it has vetted and chosen a limited group of systems integrators across the U.S. “Our selection process focused on integrators with expertise in both vision and robotics, delivering superior value, and on-time/on-budget projects for customers,” stated Bryan Bird, regional sales director for Universal Robots’ North America division. UR supplies ActiNav integrators Universal Robots said it has provided its chosen systems integrators with in-house demonstration units, enabling them to quickly develop proofs of concepts for customers in their regions. “Integrating ActiNav into a machining cell is where…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.28
…the development of the BotX cobot welding system. Odense, Denmark-based Universal Robots was founded in 2005 and is part of Teradyne Inc. Cobot Welder addresses welder shortage “The welding profession is experiencing a labor crisis,” said Joe Campbell, senior manager of applications development and strategic marketing for North America at Universal Robots. “The average age for skilled welders is 55. Most are likely to retire within 10 years, and younger people aren’t entering the profession in sufficient numbers to sustain industry demand.” “There is an urgent need for collaborative welding systems that are safe to use around human beings and…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.43
…and load capacity of the MiR200 Hook from Odense, Denmark-based Mobile Industrial Robots (MiR) enabled Inpeco to meet its transport needs and allowed workers to engage in more meaningful work. Inpeco uses MiR AMR to optimize production. Source: MiR “We were looking to automate some processes with low added value to be able to redirect resources to operations that are more important and indispensable for the company,” said Roberto Ferraro, product manager at Inpeco. “We decided the first application should be the transport of raw materials from the warehouse to the production line and finished products from production to the…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 12.22
…ONE is a pipette-handling robot designed and made by Denmark-based Flow Robotics. The liquid-handling robot can significantly reduces the time it takes for laboratories to produce test results. Each day, Flowbot ONE can prepare thousands of tests. In addition, the company claims it can manufacture, supply, and install 12 robots in just three weeks. Eight Danish hospitals have selected the technology, which is also being used by partners the Technical University of Denmark (DTU) and pharmaceutical firm Novo Nordisk, said Flow Robotics. Thus far, orders for these robots have come from Sweden, Poland, Russia, the Netherlands and Australia. Collaborative robots…