Tech Updates

By allowing users to troubleshoot robots from remote locations, the system can improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE), the developer said. SEATTLE—A record 517,385 new industrial robots were installed worldwide in 2021, according to a release from Olis Robotics...

Universal Robots recently introduced its UR20 Cobot NOVI, Mich.—Universal Robots’ new UR20 cobot provides 18 inches of additional reach radius, a 36-inch diameter increase, according to a release sent out by Universal Robots ahead of the recently concluded FABTECH...

Nano3Dprint is making 50 units available to select customers in a limited production run. BURLINGAME, Calif.—A new multi-material and electronics printer from nano3Dprint is reported to be capable of creating electronics with dynamic or active properties, including...

DSB Technologies uses traditional and additive technologies to process more than 8 million pounds of powder into parts annually. Now, the company is using Desktop Metal’s X-Series metal binder jetting lineup. BOSTON—Additive manufacturing technologies company Desktop...

Hirebotics has also introduced a new plasma cutter and software tool that uses AI to recommend welding and cutting parameters. NASHVILLE, Tenn.—Collaborative robotic welding and cutting systems and a cloud-based tool that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to recommend...

GAITHERSBURG, Md. —The U.S. Department of Commerce’s National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has published a Request for Information seeking public input on how best to implement the U.S. Government National Standards Strategy for Critical and Emerging...

Boyd and E-valucon collaborated to meet U.S. requirements for Buy America SAN JOSE, Calif.—Boyd Corp. is introducing innovative liquid cooling technology designed for electric vehicle (EV) fast charge stations, the company said in a release. Boyd engineers, in...

The combination enables agile manufacturing, according to the system’s developer, Machina Labs. LOS ANGELES and AUGSBURG, Germany—A portable robotic system from Machina Labs  digitally forms and cuts custom composite and metal parts, combining the power of artificial...

4D Technology installed the high-throughput edge break inspection system at a leading aerospace engine manufacturer 4D Technology®, a wholly owned subsidiary of Onto Innovation Inc., reported that it recently installed and commissioned a 4Di InSpec AT automated...

By Catherine Barzler ATLANTA, Ga.—A good battery needs two things: high energy density to power devices, and stability, so it can be safely and reliably recharged thousands of times. For the past three decades, lithium-ion batteries have reigned supreme—proving their...

Alloy Enterprises is planning to use $26 million in recent funding to ramp up production of fully dense aluminum parts for EVs, industrial applications, and heavy equipment. BURLINGTON, Mass—Demand for aluminum has been escalating, driven by lightweighting for...

Shape Corp.’s work with Novelis is advancing the application of complex roll-formed aluminum components. GRAND HAVEN, Mich.—A collaboration between Shape Corp. and Novelis is reportedly yielding advancements in complex roll-formed aluminum applications for the...

BOSTON— A new report from market research firm IDTechEx delves into the manufacturing methodologies of in-mold electronics (IME), evaluating its technical processes, material requirements, and applications. The report, “In-Mold Electronics 2023-2033,” includes 10-year...

Energy industry company will use inTEST’s technology by Ambrell to replace its natural gas preheating system MT. LAUREL, N.J.—Test and process technology supplier inTEST Corporation received two orders from a utility/energy customer recently to provide induction...

GRAND HAVEN, Mich.—Tier-1 automotive supplier Shape Corp. reported the development of the first roll formed production-intent martensitic steel bumper made with SSAB’s groundbreaking fossil-free steel material using HYBRIT technology. Shape is the first automotive...