In a world increasingly characterised by ecological challenges, industry plays a decisive role in shaping a sustainable future. Neil Mead looks at how KUKA is driving forward the circular economy, optimising the energy efficiency of its robots.

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In collaboration with robotics expert, TM Robotics, its South American partner Questt has developed an innovative vial packaging solution that addresses the limitations of manual processes

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OFFERING PRODUCTS as a service allows users to test new technologies with reduced risks. This is good news for warehouse sorting operations in the parcels, ecommerce and fulfilment sector, where operators can struggle to justify replacing traditional manual processes with robots, says Stefan van der Heijden

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At Automation Fair, futurist Anat Baron explored how to foster a culture of innovation that maximises the strengths of both human expertise and artificial intelligence. Charlotte Stonestreet was there

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THE GLOBAL market value of industrial robot installations has reached an all-time high of US$ 16.5b. Future demand will be driven by a number of technological innovations, market forces and new fields of business. The International Federation of Robotics reports on the top five trends for the robotics industry for 2025

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THE CONSTRUCTION industry continues to face many challenges, including recruitment gaps, sustainability concerns and the ongoing need to improve worker safety. Dave Walsha explains why adopting robotics could provide a resolution

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Fernando Colás looks at five top manufacturing automation trends for 2025

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IMPROVEMENTS IN robotic grippers have helped accelerate industrial robot uptake, but is there room for further development? Ross Turnbull explores the possibilities

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Adem Kulauzovic uncovers seven misplaced concerns around adopting factory automation and explains why, if you're still holding back on your automation journey, the time to move is now

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The emerging field of physical AI is posed to revolutionise robotic automation. Anders Billesø Beck discusses the progress

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From load carrier to colleague to team player: the role of robots has changed dramatically over the past seven decades. AI is creating more possibilities, but humans remain the determining factor, says Peter Lange

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WITH THE growing shortage of skilled workers increasing pressure on industrial companies to automate processes, flexible, cost-effective and easy-to-implement robotics solutions such as autonomous mobile robots and collaborative robots are in demand. Mobile manipulators connect both robot systems, but often cannot be used economically due to insufficient battery power. The solution: Wiferion's Wireless Power Kit, which enables inductive charging for both systems simultaneously.

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SPECIFYING LTO battery cell chemistry can be vital to boosting performance of mobile industrial robots, reports Owen McNally

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BY EMPLOYING a 6-axis industrial FANUC robot to automate the palletising of its bottled salad dressing line, Swiss condiment producer Brunos has alleviated production inefficiencies, allowing the company to keep pace with its growing order book.

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“BE AMBITIOUS. Dream big!” proclaims a giant, brightly-coloured graphic that towers encouragingly above the bustling machine shop crammed with CNC machines at ALM Engineering near Newton Aycliffe in County Durham.

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PAUL CARTER explores how robots are set to shape the future of food manufacturing

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Companies that fail to adopt AI and robotics process risk falling behind as smart factories powered by intelligent machines become the norm. Louis Columbus looks at the issues

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CAN UK manufacturing raise robotics uptake by learning from Europe? Dr Bob Struijk certainly thinks so.

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Over time, robots are certain to become a more common sight at home, in pedestrian areas, on the roads, and in workplaces like factories, warehouses, and farms. With this in mind, Mark Patrick takes a look at building location-aware robots to operate in unstructured environments

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Although martensitic stainless steels have been favoured for bearings in robot applications, their performance falls short of rising standards to prevent contamination in medical environments. Chris Johnson explains why ceramic high-precision bearings hold the answer

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Short cycle times, consistent parts quality FANUC ROBOSHOT takes state-of-the-art CNC precision technology from turning and milling and applies it to electric injection moulding.

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Fast, accurate electrical discharge machining Where wire EDM is concerned, accuracy has traditionally come at the cost of speed.

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Helping you meet your production needs Unlike conventional service and support offerings, FANUC works on the premise that because every customer’s needs are different

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From the smallest to the strongest industrial robot in the world With more than 100 models, FANUC offers the widest range of industrial robots in the world.

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Boost productivity with your own personal maintenance strategy Regardless of what you manufacture, ensuring your machines exhibit maximum reliability is essential to your bottom line.

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Every part. When you need it. Where you need it. Outstanding quality and constant availability during the complete lifetime of your FANUC product make us a very reliable partner.

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Flexible CNC systems and solutions Boasting the widest range of CNC systems in the industry, FANUC provides everything you will ever need for your CNC.

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The all-round CNC milling machine The new generation ROBODRILL vertical machining centre promises unrivalled quality and precision at great hourly rates.

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All your parts online That part you need is just a few clicks away. Register now for full 24/7 access to a huge selection of original equipment parts straight from the manufacturer.

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Upskill with FANUC and improve your productivity At the FANUC Academy we’re passionate about automation – and love nothing more than conveying that passion.

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More than 50 brushless dc motors, gearheads and controllers from maxon motor are responsible for the humanoid's precision movements.

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