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If you’re considering floorspace optimization by adding a standalone robot or a robotic workcell, contacting a robot supplier or integrator to conduct a thorough site audit is a good place to start. This several hour-long process gives an industry expert the chance to meet your internal stakeholders, listen to your operations supervisors, and study how piece parts or goods are manufactured then packaged for distribution. Read More

Evolving consumer preferences are driving escalating demand for highly durable products with improved aesthetics. As a result, the use of optimized industrial coatings is seeing an uptick, enhancing product performance and accommodating environmental standards. From electronics, aerospace and marine, to mining, automotive and others, a number of markets are seeing the value of high-performance paint and coating options. Read More

High-performance welding robots provide fast, agile and reliable functionality to adapt to labor shortages, production inefficiencies, pressing market demands and more. However, the level of automation efficiency achieved typically relies on multiple factors beyond implementing an extremely flexible high-speed robotic arm. Read More

Whether you’re an experienced or novice robot user, a myriad of questions can surface surrounding the topic of robot maintenance. From, “How do I know when to perform preventative maintenance on my robot?” to “What tools exist to help me fix my robot?”, our Yaskawa Support Services experts are frequently asked to provide advice. Read More

Have you been scoping out robots and automation equipment for your facility lately? If you’re involved in manufacturing, you’ve probably been mesmerized by pictures and videos of automated assembly or packaging lines, robots that weld or paint or other industrial automation. Maybe, you’ve even made some estimations about return on investment (ROI) and how automation could improve your operations. Read More