Engel at JEC World 2022 in Paris
JEC World 2022 from 3 to 5 May in Paris, France, showcases the entire value chain of the composites industry. One important step in this chain is the shaping of thermoplastic fibre-composite preforms.
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ABB publishes Sustainability Report 2021
ABB has released its Sustainability Report 2021, outlining the achievements of the company under the four pillars of its ambitious 2030 sustainability strategy.
Automation specialist TMA to become a member of the Engel Group
Injection moulding machine manufacturer Engel Austria has acquired the majority interest in TMA Automation in Gdynia, Poland. This strategic investment sees Engel reinforce its leading position in the field of injection moulding process automation.
FANUC expands line of CRX Collaborative Robots
Global automation leader now offers 11 cobot model variations
Digitalization offers us new ways to differentiate ourselves that never existed before
Nadine Despineux, Vice President Digital and Service Solutions at KraussMaffei, in interview with Plast Echo, talked about the opportunities and solutions available to make use of the advantages of Industry 4.0.
Lucrative early start - the "synchronous motion" of KraussMaffei Automation
Gripper starts at the same time as the injection molding process. Demolding time up to 35 percent lower, cycle time up to 6 percent faster. Synchronous motion with the ejector means less need for pneumatic systems.
Fanuc brings automated CNC milling to education market
Schools, colleges, universities, independent training centres and OEM training facilities can all benefit from a new Fanuc educational package that combines the company’s machine tool and collaborative robot technologies.
SAM-C robots pulls in the crowds
Fakuma robot release pulls in the crowds. Sumitomo (SHI) Demag’s launch of SAM-C robots instantly attracts positive customer feedback and sales
The new generation of KraussMaffei LRX linear robots
The new generation of KraussMaffei LRX linear robots grows with your requirements. Three key benefits for plastics processors are the wide selection of axis lengths and wrist axes, optimal integration of peripherals and great flexibility in complex, challenging injection molding processes
Campetella - best Fakuma exhibition ever
Speaking at the October 2021 Fakuma Marco Marconi, Sales Area Manager at Campetella Robotic Center srl, an industrial robot producer and automation solutions provider headquartered in Montecassiano, Italy, said “it was the most successful ever Fakuma fair”.
New OnRobot Area Sales Manager in Poland and the Baltics
OnRobot has appointed Wojciech Kuchno as the Area Sales Manager for Poland and the Baltics. Wojciech Kuchno will be responsible for developing the partner network, cooperating with clients and building awareness.
Fanuc to supply Ford plant in Cologne with 500 robots
Automation and robotics specialist Fanuc has received another major order in the field of e-mobility. Scheduled for delivery in 2022, the company will supply Ford’s Cologne plant with around 500 robots to assist in the construction of electric car bodies.