The Motoman Robotics Division of Yakasawa America has announced the expansion of its HC-series portfolio. The HC10DTP and HC20DTP models are six-axis collaborative robots (cobots) that can be utilised in food material handling, assembly and packaging, to name a few. These tools allow for hand-guided programming, allowing users to direct teach points even without a pendant. The ISO standard tool flange and electrical connections enable a plug and play approach for easy deployment. Through … [Read more...] about Yakasawa rolls out new plug-and-play cobots
Food robotics
Robotics advancements embraced in F&B
The food and beverage industry is on the road towards digitalisation, with more companies adopting robots and automation solutions across their operations. There certainly has been some shifts from the automotive industry being the primary driver of robotic technologies, to these innovations reaching non-traditional segments like F&B. According to a study conducted by Meticulous Research, food robotics is expected to grow at a CAGR of 11.6% from 2021 to 2028, reaching a valuation of $2.08 … [Read more...] about Robotics advancements embraced in F&B
Harpak-ULMA partners with FANUC America for digital transformation in food packaging, manufacturing
Harpak-ULMA announced that it will go into a partnership with FANUC America to improve robotics, automation and software solutions. Harpak-ULMA will be showcasing FANUC’s products in their customer experience centers (CXE) beginning December 2021. Participants during the PACK EXPO 2021 event though can test and experience the demo unit for themselves. What will be incorporated in the packing and production facilities is state-of-the-art smart thermoforming machines. These utilise Allen … [Read more...] about Harpak-ULMA partners with FANUC America for digital transformation in food packaging, manufacturing
