Category: Robotics

Centralized Compressor Control Systems Save Energy

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The Department of Energy estimates that compressor air generation consumes 10% of electrical energy use in the US. Furthermore, 70% of all manufacturing facilities use compressed air in some aspect of their manufacturing. These facts highlight the reason why companies with compressed air systems are investigating the potential for energy savings. You may be analyzing […]

How Collaborative Robots Solve Labor Shortages

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Continuing Your Business Is Our Business During times of economic downturn, you may face labor shortage problems. These problems can make you feel out of control and terrified for the future of your business. JHFOSTER saw our customers experiencing these problems and knew that something had to be done. With the introduction of labor shortages, […]

Human-Robot Collaboration (HRC) and Safety

Techman Robot automating a packaging plant with gripper technology.

Industries That Use HRC A wide range of industries use human-robot collaboration. For example, pick-and-place is a commonly seen HRC manufacturing process. However, surprisingly, many industries use HRC. Industries that use collaboration include but are not limited to: Agriculture Automation Breweries Energy Manufacturing Medical Technology Transportation For example, robots find themselves in doctor’s offices. Often […]

Your Company’s Ultimate Guide to Tax Deductions and Incentives

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Where do you start when it comes to Tax Deductions and Incentives? We all have work budgets. Consider this your reminder to use those unspent budget dollars. Put these dollars towards energy efficient equipment that qualify for IRS Section 179 tax deductions and incentives. Not only that, but by replacing your compressed air system and/or […]

Shape Your Company’s Future Now With Robotic Technology

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Today’s manufacturing applications can not only be done more efficiently, but also much safer and with the ability to save businesses lots of money. Robotic technology is leading the way when it comes to revolutionizing manufacturing processes such as packaging, pick and place, testing, assembly. Robotic automation can also fulfill any job that is either […]

Inspiration for the Future of Robotics

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JHFOSTER helps prepare the next generation for a future of innovation and robotics. JHFOSTER enjoys taking part in robotic events that inspire the next generation of robotic experts and STEM related careers. That’s why each year, JHFOSTER attends multiple events both supporting children with their projects and showcasing new automation and robotic technology. VEX Robotics […]

How To Reduce Production Costs with Electrical Control Panels

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Electrical Panels Improve Efficiency Electrical control panels are one way to help you change from inefficient processes to more efficient ones. As a result, this saves money for your business. Industrial control panels continue to improve with easier processing, quality materials and accurate machining. Further, benefits of automating tasks include: JHFOSTER designs and installs electrical […]

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 […]

Improve Workplace Safety with Electrical Control Panels

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Automating applications and workplace safety We know that serious workplace injuries happen far too often. In fact, in 2015, 4,836 workers were killed on the job*. In addition, there were also around three workplace incidents recorded per 100 employees in 2015. Industrial electrical panels are used to stop some of these incidents. They make production […]

How Do Electrical Panels Increase Production?

A JHFOSTER employee configures an electrical panel.

How Does Automating with Electrical Control Panels Benefit My Company? With all the automation tools currently available today, there is still a lot of time spent performing tasks manually. Furthermore, organizations miss opportunities to automate business processes that can save their employees’ time and boost productivity. JHFOSTER assists you in automating with electrical control panels. […]