Category: Industrial Robotics
Automation vs. Robotics: What are the Key Differences?
Most manufacturers have a mix of automated and robotic technologies on the plant floor. While both solutions will cut costs, increase capacity and improve quality and safety, automation and robotics are not the same so the terms should not be used interchangeably. This blog will explain the key differences and how each technology is applied. […]
Overcome Human-Robot Collaboration Challenges with an Expert Partner
Human-robot collaboration (HRC) is a powerful way to improve productivity, efficiency and safety, but integrating robots into a human workforce presents unique challenges. As your experienced automation partner, JHFOSTER can help you navigate HRC integration complexities so you can start operating smarter and more efficiently. What Is Human-Robot Collaboration (HRC)? HRC is a process in […]
How to Integrate Cobots into Manufacturing
Today’s manufacturers face labor shortages and sharp cost increases. Collaborative robots, also called cobots, provide a powerful solution because they allow you to better leverage the skills of your existing workforce. This guide will walk you through the “what,” “why” and “how” of successful cobot integration so you can begin working more cost effectively. What […]
Cobots vs. Industrial Robots: Which is the Right Automation Solution?
As the application of automation and robotics continues to grow, robots can be found in almost every industrial facility. However, choosing between a collaborative robot or a traditional industrial robot can be difficult. This blog will explore the key differences between these two powerful automation solutions to help you make an informed decision. What is […]
Boost Productivity and Efficiency with Robotic Machine Tending
Manufacturers are under pressure to increase productivity and throughput. Automation provides a powerful solution because it increases efficiency and frees skilled workers to focus on more complex, value-added tasks. Robotic machine tending, which automates repetitive, time-consuming tasks, can help your operation reach production targets by overcoming labor shortages and production bottlenecks. What is Robotic Machine […]
Robotic vs. Conventional Palletizers: A Guide to Boosting Efficiency
Palletizing is essential but is often riddled with safety issues and inefficiencies. Fortunately, automation can transform this process, increasing safety, productivity and product quality. This blog will compare manual, conventional and robotic palletizing so you can make an informed decision when choosing a palletizing solution. Understanding the Palletizing Process Palletizing is the process of stacking […]
How to Automate Pick and Place
If your business is like most, you’re likely being asked to increase production, but finding it difficult to retain the staff to make that happen. Pick-and-place automation is a clear solution to this problem because robots and cobots efficiently and accurately perform the essential, but repetitive task of moving components from one area to another, […]
Vision-Guided Robotics Excel in Machine Tending Operations
Machine tending robot automation has increased the efficiency of tasks involved in this repetitive operation. However, there can be some significant challenges associated with alignment and calibration of machine tending robots due to the complex workflows and precision requirements of many of these processes. Fortunately, the introduction of stand-alone vision-guided robotics has made machine tending […]
Revolutionize Facility Cleaning with an Industrial Robot Vacuum
Manually cleaning the floors in a manufacturing plant, warehouse or any other large industrial facility is a time-consuming, but necessary evil. However, industrial robotic vacuum cleaners can get the job done quickly and effectively, freeing employees to perform more value-added tasks around the facility. This blog will explore the ways in which industrial robot vacuums […]
Top Safety Considerations for Robotic Systems Integration
When planning a robot or automation integration project, most businesses focus on the anticipated productivity gains; however, because robots and automated equipment are fast-moving machines and are often located in the busiest areas of the facility, industrial robot safety should receive equal attention in order to keep the workplace as efficient and safe as possible. […]