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In a modern production plant, grippers perform various handling tasks. Here, different workpieces also place different demands on gripping technology. The latest gripper generation from SCHUNK meets these requirements for flexibility with gripping modes that can be adapted to the workpiece parameters. For this purpose, the automation specialist has developed a new electronics and software platform that is being continuously developed.

Post written by LMI Technologies

The inspection of adhesives and sealants (typically applied as beads) is a critical quality control step in the assembly of electronics. To meet this challenge, Gocator all-in-one 3D smart sensors offer a complete solution to ensure correct bead volume and location without overflow or breaks.

LASER TRIANGULATION BASICS

A laser triangulation sensor projects a laser pattern from the sensor onto the surface of an object, and images the surface with a camera or receiver array. A processor determines the location of the imaged laser on the camera and calculates the distance from the sensor to the surface.

Post written by Joe Campbell at Universal Robots

In modern manufacturing facilities, space is premium, and every piece of equipment must work in sync with other machinery and staff for an efficient and productive use of space. Conveyors can help make the most of the available space in a facility but also require a lot of space.

Rapid technological advancement has already introduced many sectors to the benefits of collaborative automation, but the COVID-19 pandemic has seen that accelerate.