Key Robotics Terms Actuator – The part of the robot that is responsible for controlling the system Automated guided vehicle (AGV) – Autonomous vehicle used to transport materials & products or accomplish specific tasks Articulated robot – A robot with an arm that is segmented with one or more joints Axis/degree of freedom – Refers …
Crafting Custom Industrial Processing Solutions
Your product and processes are unique to your organization. Which means the machines you depend on to produce your product at the level of quality your customers expect need to be unique as well. At Press Room Equipment, our team understands this and is dedicated to building you custom industrial processing equipment that fits your organization’s own …
Automating Your Industrial Processing Facility
In the midst of worker shortages and social distancing guidelines, many industrial processing facilities have struggled to meet their customer’s demands for quality parts. In response, they are turning to an obvious opportunity–automating their lines with robotics. Unlike human workers, robots never call in sick and they never have to social distance, ensuring they’re on …
The Fundamentals of Metal Straightening
Every company that uses metal coil in their products knows the drill–you uncoil the metal into a straightener, feed it into your press and, voilà, metal parts are ready to go. Have you ever really thought about the metal straightening part of it, though? As in, is it even necessary? And if so, how in the …
Robotics in Food Processing – 9 Common Questions About the Future Answered
EnSight Solutions and Stäubli are on the forefront of helping food processors automate their processes and integrate robots into their businesses. Let’s explore nine questions processors frequently ask about automation and robotics in food processing, along with answers from industry thought leaders.
Embracing Robotics in a COVID-19 World & Beyond
By Heath Clifton Amid the current COVID-19 crisis, manufacturing companies are seeking ways to adhere to social distancing orders and avoid slowing or even halting their production lines. For example, one company we encountered had a need for end-of-line packaging. However, due to limited space and tight operations, the floor manager stopped running the line …
