All Robotics articles – Page 8

  • Audi FAW paintshop Changchun
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    The secret behind the shine

    2018-01-09T12:05:39Z

    ABB Robotics is helping Audi achieve high levels of quality and consistency in its sealing and coating operationWith automated painting processes at Audi’s plant in Changchun, China, clean and shining Audi A4Ls are rolling out one by one. This paintshop includes under-body coating, interior seam sealing, cosmetic sealing and three ...

  • FANUC Dual-arc-welding-laser guided
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    Seeing things clearly

    2018-01-04T11:43:49Z

    AMS reports on the most recent developments in the use of machine vision technology for quality control applications in automotive manufacturingIn response to rapid and sustained improvements in machine vision technologies, a growing number of automotive manufacturing OEMs and suppliers are now deploying such systems in a wider range of ...

  • The one-millionth Porsche 911
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    Not too posh to push

    2018-01-02T11:35:46Z

    Porsche has been expanding its production and achieving record results – with some assistance from Volkswagen Group facilitiesBoth an iconic name in the automotive industry and a core part of the Volkswagen Group, Porsche has been facilitating its rising production in recent years by relying heavily on Group resources while ...

  • GEAR Gear_welding
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    Photonic precision

    2017-11-23T16:03:15Z

    Light is a fascinating manufacturing tool enabling laser technologies and applications for materials processing tasks of all scales and sizesSystems for industrial laser applications like cutting, welding and surface processing are well established, reliable and cost efficient production tools with clear technical advantages due to their wear-free highly localised material ...

  • SRB inner ring measured
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    Smart rotation

    2017-11-21T15:02:17Z

    SKF looks to digitalise its business model and manufacturing operations. AMS spoke to Luc Graux, director of manufacturing and process development, to find more about the impact of IoTWhat effect is the move to an I4.0 based operation having on SKF’s production?We are certainly trying to apply the same I4.0 ...

  • Bystronic
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    Mobile bending robot

    2017-11-21T15:00:51Z

    Its new mobile bending robot can be retrofitted to any Xpert 40 press brake in the field, says Bystronic. The company claims the automation module can be interfaced to the press brake in a plug-and-play arrangement and only takes a short time for users to set up the robotics and ...

  • special technology modules
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    Automated welding processes

    2017-11-21T12:10:22Z

    From special technology modules to box PC to control technology and drives for robotics, Baumüller claims it provides a wide range of solutions for material handling and robotics applications.One example of the company’s automation capabilities is a QIROX QRH-280 six-axis welding robot from Cloos. The robot is completely automated by ...

  • Training centre, BMW San Luis Potosi
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    BMW opens Mexican training centre

    2017-11-08T15:48:12Z

    Mexico – Located at the OEM’s San Lui Potosí plant which is due to open in 2019, the new training centre covers 6,000 sq.m and has 11 workshops for employees plus apprentices from three educational institutions. The centre was built at a cost of $9m.Hermann Bohrer, president and CEO of ...

  • VW
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    A crossroads for Germany’s car industry?

    2017-08-24T17:30:29Z

    These are challenging times for the automotive industry, especially in Germany, where it is a bellwether for the country’s economic health. But, as the Eurozone slowly emerges from its torpor, Germany’s automotive industry faces several 'mega-issues' with uncertain outcomes, notably the continued fall-out from the emissions scandal; the move toward ...

  • H6, Great Wall
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    Building a Greater Wall

    2017-08-17T09:39:18Z

    One of China’s most successful vehicle-makers must protect future growth by expanding its model line-upSince its creation in 1984, Great Wall Motors has established itself as one of the most widely known and successful Chinese automotive manufacturers. According to recent research by Macquarie Capital Securities, it is currently ranked tenth ...

  • Q60, Nissan Tochigi
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    Nissan Tochigi's human touch

    2017-08-14T12:06:48Z

    Automotive manufacturing is known for its robotics, but Nissan’s ‘master craftsmen’ show that there is still a place for human skill. AMS went to see them at work on the GTR and Infiniti models made at Tochigi, JapanMost countries value luxury products, but few cherish the beauty of production quite ...

  • APAC ABB
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    Daqing connection

    2017-08-10T12:34:31Z

    The story of how ABB Robotics helps the export of the new Volvo S90 from China to the USThis summer, Volvo began exporting its new S90 long-wheelbase sedan from the Daqing manufacturing facility across the Pacific Ocean. The first 400 vehicles were transported to Tianjin for shipment, ready for a ...

  • cobot222
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    A collaborative future

    2017-08-04T16:19:21Z

    The use of collaborative robots in automotive assembly operations is gaining pace. AMS reports on the applications, technology and why this is a growing trendA new robot went into operation just a year ago at the BMW plant in Dingolfing, Germany. But this machine is not a massive, powerful piece ...

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    Out now: Industry 4.0

    2017-07-08T16:10:27Z

    Welcome to the revolution – the Industry 4.0 concept becomes a realityWhile the OEMs and tier suppliers are certainly embracing this latest industrial revolution and furthering its adoption, other important organisations are driving the ongoing development of the concept and the technology. In this AMS special supplement we highlight some ...

  • abb 2
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    Excel and export

    2017-07-08T15:48:45Z

    The story of how ABB Robotics helps the export of the new Volvo S90 from China to the USEarlier this summer, Volvo began exporting its new S90 long-wheelbase sedan from the Daqing manufacturing facility across the Pacific. The first 400 vehicles were transported to Tianjin for shipment, ready for a ...

  • Lake Orion Body Shop Chevrolet Aveo
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    Zero Downtime

    2017-07-08T13:42:58Z

    GM has ambitious plans to implement a zero down time approach using cloud based computing to connect all of its production robots worldwideRobots are now not just commonplace items of equipment on automotive factory floors they are absolutely vital to the implementation of automated manufacturing strategies that successfully combine the ...

  • Chairless Chair, Audi
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    Man or machine?

    2017-06-29T14:59:18Z

    Vehicle-makers are introducing more wearable equipment to alleviate stresses and strains, giving assembly workers a somewhat cyborg look. AMS reports on the latest innovations being rolled out by Audi and BMWAs the robots used in automotive manufacturing become more human, able to work collaboratively and intelligently, in one sense human ...

  • Jim Hackett
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    Ford hopes new top team can Hackett

    2017-05-22T10:48:36Z

    US – Replacing Mark Fields, who is retiring after 28 years with the company, Jim Hackett will become president and CEO, reporting to executive chairman Bill Ford. The OEM also named Jim Farley, Joe Hinrichs and Marcy Klevorn in new leadership roles under Hackett.Hackett held senior positions outside the automotive ...

  • New ABB robots at Valmet Automotive are used on the Mercedes-Benz GLC SUV
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    Red-hot robots

    2017-05-10T08:38:45Z

    AMS takes a look at the latest installations and innovations in the world of robot arms and automation used for welding applicationsAccording to the International Federation of Robotics, 50% of the world’s robots are used for welding. Moreover, a recent report from BCC Research reveals that the global automated/robotic welding ...

  • TPSi CMT robotics
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    Welding robotics power source

    2017-04-17T09:00:08Z

    Fronius says it has expanded the range of functions of its TPS/i Robotics power source. The company says this system can now be equipped with the Cold Metal Transfer (CMT) welding process using an additional package.The modular system consists of interconnected, synchronised components and is designed to meet the demands ...