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If you’re still waiting to take the leap into robotic automation, you’re not alone. Yet, labor is still hard to find for many manufacturers, and ergonomics and safety awareness is pinnacle. Industry 4.0 has ushered in a host of advanced technologies, and company leaders that successfully implement them into their production environments are reaping the benefits. Read More

Designed to work safely with, or in close proximity to humans, collaborative robots (cobots) like Yaskawa’s HC-series models are used for frequent human-robot interaction while operating at reduced speeds. While this type of robotic automation can help provide the flexible production layouts necessary to address rapidly changing customer demands, cobots must be installed properly to safely achieve success. Read More

With the global pandemic, the last year has been challenging for manufacturers in more ways than one. From a business standpoint, this has prompted many company leaders to maintain tight budgets. However, adhering to a specified number can be difficult if a robot or another piece of capital equipment fails at an inopportune time. Read More

We’re excited to introduce the Motoman Customer Portal, a website dedicated to providing customers access to their Motoman-related information. Customers are encouraged to visit and register for an account to get full access to these new features: Read More

To meet diverse customer demands, a growing number of manufacturers are now implementing the robotic welding of aluminum parts via the gas metal arc welding (GMAW) process. Especially true for truck and trailer fabrication, the use of this lighter weight substrate offers several benefits. Read More