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The “dirty, dull and dangerous” describe the tasks we want our ever more sophisticated robots to perform. Letting the robots do this doesn’t mean that we lazily lean back. It means we’re awarded a new drive and a new reality; the robot is man's tool for a better and less mechanical life.

The story of people working with robots is a story of humanity's conflict-ridden quest for a better world. In this context the word “robot” has both a dark and a lighter side, fear of the unknown  and its enormous potential.

It is easy to be intimidated by the rapid development in robotics. The robots are regularly cast as the villains - as technology run amok depicted in science fiction with robots seeking world domination.

Quick fact: The robot is not a conscious being.  It is not possible to even create one. Robots are what we build them to be, and robots do what we program them to do. Neither more nor less. But that doesn’t keep us from anthropomorphizing them..

At Universal Robots we see this on a rather harmless level when our users give the robot arms nicknames. What in reality is a useful and advanced tool is called Louis, Robert, Thelma & Louise and so on.

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Over the last fifty years, Dorner has worked hand in hand with their customers to identify conveyor needs across various applications. Each year brings new discoveries and innovations. 

This year, they wanted to address some of our most frequently asked questions by creating “5 Easy Steps to Choosing a Conveyor.” This graphic walks you through all of the components and pieces of a conveyor, the options and configuration varieties available for each part, and the ideal context and product for that specific element.

The key to choosing the right conveyor for your business is understanding all your options.

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For small and mid-sized manufacturers who are exploring robotics, the decision on 3-axis or 6-axis movement typically comes down to processing requirements and price. For simple pick-and-place requirements such as inserting and removing parts from a mold, a 3-axis robot may be all you need. But a robot is a long-term investment that should meet your requirements today and for years to come. The simple process that you’re considering automating now can easily become more complex over time. You may also find that your initial foray into robotics inspires many new applications for automation, and those may require more sophisticated movement. Fortunately, the decision doesn’t have to be complicated if you can get the advantages of a flexible, long-life 6-axis robot for the price of a 3-axis robot.

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Find the Right 6 Axis Robot

Choose between three flexible and lightweight 6 axis robot arms

Universal Robots' 3 arms are all highly flexible and lightweight 6-axis robot arms. Their 6 axis robot arms are designed to excel in a wide range of applications. The collaborative robots, or cobots, are categorized based on payload limits. The different models also have reach, weight and footprint differences.

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Here is IAI's full video of their upcoming products that were displayed at the International Trade Show in Tokyo in 2015.

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A Little Background on Back Pressure

Pump manufacturers test their products to verify achieving the required flow at the pressures stated in specification documentation. Back pressure similar levels that are encountered by the pump in the system must be simulated for the test.