Category: Industrial Robotics

What Are The Types of Industrial Robots?

TM Robot solving a packaging issue and automating the packaging industry using gripper technology.

Many people do not know what the different types of industrial robots are.  Customers looking to invest in robotic technologies are concerned about finding the right robot for their company. Never fear, we have created a list of six main types of industrial robots. In addition, we explain the different specialties of each robot. Types […]

Are Collaborative Robots Safe?

collaborative robots safe

As industrial robots become more popular, many customers wonder whether collaborative robots are safe to implement in their facility. Although an industrial robot will better the ergonomic conditions in a production area, there is a concern that the robot will create an unsafe work environment. We’re not talking about the human-looking, talking variety of robots […]

Can Robots Lower Labor Costs and Solve Labor Shortage For Your Company?

Collaborative robots increasing production

Over the last 50 years the cost of labor in manufacturing has risen steadily. The willingness of many people to perform highly repetitive tasks on assembly lines has decreased. As a result, labor shortages have increased. Can robots lower labor costs and solve labor shortages? Where Can I Save Costs? With robotic automation products, you […]

What’s the Best Robot for the Food Industry?

Staubli robot helps automate the food industry.

A Specialized Robot For the Food Industry More and more, the food industry uses robots to perform repetitive tasks. In fact, research predicts the market for robotics in the food and beverage industry will experience a 29% compound annual growth rate from 2015 through 2019. If you’re in the food industry, you know that manually […]