Automation

Automation

Variable Frequency Drives Improve Motor Efficiency

The A800 series all-in-one variable frequency drive (VFD) from Mitsubishi Electric Automation combines traditional induction and permanent magnet motors into a single inverter for high-performance response and energy-efficient motor control.

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Automation

2014 National Robotics League Champions Named

The annual competition challenges students to build battling robots.

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Automation

Machine Monitoring Proves Its Worth

These three short case histories document the value of implementing a manufacturing execution system for machine monitoring. In each case, MERLIN hardware and software modules from Memex Automation led to productivity gains and improved overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).

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Automation

Mitsubishi Electric Automation Opens Training Center

A new facility will serve customers in the Northeastern United States.

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Automation

Arc Welding Robot Suitable for High-Density Environments

The MA1440 arc welding robot from Yaskawa Motoman Robotics features a high-speed, through-arm design intended to reduce interference and collisions.

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Automation

Sandvik Coromant to Host Smart Event at Mazak

The June 17 event is designed for attendees seeking to purchase new machines or learn how to maximize utilization on existing equipment.

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Automation

Workpiece Accumulator Enables Unattended Operation

Available from Tecnara, the Super Ario unattended workpiece accumulator is designed to prevent damage to newly machined workpieces.

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Automation

Haas Automation Appoints European Director

The Belgium-based company has named a new managing director.

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Automation

Automation Moving Forward

There are numerous factors that suggest that machine-tending robots will soon be much more commonplace in U.S. shops.

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Automation

Universal Robots Opens New Headquarters

The larger facility will enable future expansion and job creation.

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