Making the move to mobile Using a myriad of technology including sensors, lidar, infrared and machine vision, mobile robots are now able to operate in less stable environments. This means that mobile robots are no longer simple, guided machines they are intelligent devices that can respond to environmental changes. To use an analogy, an AGV is more like a bus, following a pre-determined route, whereas AMRs are like taxis, they’ll go wherever is required. AMRs will extend the benefits of collaborative robotics, or cobots, into applications that require movement around a facility. In fact, KUKA’S KMR iiwa is a cobot mounted on a mobile robot, combining the strengths of a robot arm with those of a mobile technology. Reaching its potential At the moment, robotics manufacturers are working hard to develop mobile robots that overcome challenges in power, payload and navigation. Mobile robots by nature, charge themselves, but to get the most out of the fleet requires optimised, intelligent charging. To achieve this, WiBotic has developed wireless charging solutions to enhance the working efficiency of robot fleets, maximising battery life for each individual robot and creating an operational plan for batteries of the entire fleet. While many vendors are still offering the traditional AGV technology that has served us so well until now, the advanced navigation and obstacle avoidance of AMRs are causing manufacturers to make the move to mobile. BRC410  SPBRC41000000 SPNPM22 SPDSI22 SPASI23 SPNIS21 SPCIS22 SPFEC12 SPSET01 SPSED01 SPTKM01 SPASO11 SPSEM11 SPIET800 SDCS-PIN-51 SDCS-PIN-48 SDCS-IOB-23-COAT CI545V01 TC 520 SDCS-IOE-2C RMIO-OIC SDCS-CON-2B SDCS-UCM-1C SDCS-AMC-DC-2COAT SB 510 SR 511 SC510 PM511V16 83SR51 3BHE004573R0142 3bhe006412R0101 HIEE300936R0101 3BHB002916R0101 3BHE037864R0101 3BHE024855R0101 3BHB000652R0101 HIEE300661R0001 HIEE300900R0001 HIEE205011R0002 HIEE305089R0001 HIEE300661R0001 DS200TBQAG1A1 DS200UPSAG1A DS200TCPAG1A DS200TBQDG1A DS200PTBAG1B DS200TBQCG1A DS200EXPSG1A DS200TBQBG1A DS200TCCAG1B DS200TCDAH1BHD DS200TCDAG1A DS200SHVIG1B DS200SLCCG3A DS200TCTEG1A DS200TCPSG1AME DS200TCRAG1AAA DS200TCCAG1AHB DS200TCCBG1AKC DS200SDCCG5AHD DS200TCOBG1AEB We still have a lot of PLC/DCS/ESD/TSI automation spare parts module in stock, contact us quickly for prices. +86 18030235311 jessica01235483 info@apterpower.com hu18030235311

Can robots help us recycle? New hope from AI The gap between what’s collected and what’s recycled has led to huge investments in automated solutions that use AI and machine learning to separate mixed recyclables at waste treatment plants. The goal of these technologies is threefold – to improve the quality and purity of shipped secondary commodities, to decrease the cost of labour, and to increase safety for human workers. Norwegian multinational corporation TOMRA, Finnish robotics giant ZenRobotics and Canadian sorting specialist Machinex are all enterprises committed to providing bespoke sensor-based solutions to the recycling industry. All these companies offer robotic arms that use computer vision systems, spectroscopic cameras and data supplied from sensors to separate items on a conveyor belt based on their perceive size, shape, colour and conductivity level. These solutions proved to be at least double as fast as a human worker and equally accurate in recognising different materials. For example, an optical sorter produced by Machinex can sort recyclables at up to 3,000 objects per minute, while the average of a human worker is 800. The human angle Currently, human operators are still needed to dispose of what machines fail to recognise, since misidentified items can not only contaminate the purity of recyclable material, but also ruin expensive equipment. For example, overlooked metal or glass objects can sneak in a paper-processing spinning machine and damage it. However, it’s extremely difficult to find and retain a workforce for this job, since manually sorting trash is a monotonous, unpleasant and often hazardous task. As a consequence, waste treatment plants report that many employees quit within hours. AI-based solutions would allow plant managers to reassign their employees to more qualified and rewarding positions, while robots would take care or the most menial and dangerous tasks. 83SR51 3BHE004573R0142 3bhe006412R0101 T8310 T8403 T8431 T8461 T8800 T8830 T8850 3500/25 149369-01 3500/93 135785-02 3500/20 125744-02 3500/15 133292-01 3500/60 173186-01 3500/54M DS200TCQCG1B IC3600ADAHIC IC3600A0AHIC IC3600LSFD1B IS220PSCAH1B IS200STCIH4A IS200TRROH1B IS200VRTDH1D IS215VCMIH2CA IS200TVIBH2B IS200TPROH1B IS200TSVOH1B IS200TTURH1B 362A3389P001 3500/22M 288055-01L 3500/25 126398-01H 3500/33 184631-01F 3500/42M 176449-02GB 3500/60 190085-01L 3500/92 136180-01T 106M1081-01 125768-01 125800-01 133819-01 140471-01 146031-01 149992-03 125808-02A 129133-01 3500/01 We still have a lot of PLC/DCS/ESD/TSI automation spare parts module in stock, contact us quickly for prices. +86 18030235311 jessica01235483 info@apterpower.com hu18030235311

Why do companies outsource? 1. Outsourcing is good for business Outsourcing can be beneficial at a range of points during the production process. A company may choose to outsource manufacturing, assembly, design, maintenance, or even software development, like WhatsApp. When the instant messaging app launched in 2012, it outsourced to developers from Russia. The project was clearly a success, as two years later, Facebook bought the company for $19 million. Contracting out services or having your parts manufactured elsewhere can be especially helpful for growing companies. This is as they frequently have needs that are subject to quick change. Additionally, this may mean that smaller enterprises do not need to make any initial investments in costly equipment. Therefore, it is advantageous for them. 2. Stay focused In most cases, being a "jack of all trades" indicates that you are not a "master of any trade." Taking on work that is outside your expertise can be an interruption to the company's purpose. Therefore, distracting from the central company mission. Focusing the business within your specific area of expertise means you have more resources available for what matters. For instance, automotive brands usually will focus on the vehicle’s design and assembly. Meanwhile, they will outsource parts in which they lack expertise. Continental is a leading global automotive supplier. They are responsible for manufacturing the brake systems, tyres, and roller bearings for a large proportion of the world's car industry. 3. Lower Costs Another advantage of outsourcing is that it enables a company to reduce the amount of money it spends on overheads. It can mean for fewer purchases of machinery, reduce maintenance costs, and lower utility bills. Getting rid of machinery that is no longer needed also gives you the opportunity to free up space in your facility. Alternately, you may use this room to concentrate on expanding the scope of the company. Although Adobe may be keen to manufacture its own processors, it doesn’t put outsourcing to shame. The real skill is knowing which aspects of the production process should be outsourced and when to do so. The financial benefits for your company could be substantial. 3500/25 149369-01 3500/93 135785-02 3500/20 125744-02 3500/15 133292-01 3500/60 173186-01 3500/54M DS200TCQCG1B IC3600ADAHIC IC3600A0AHIC IC3600LSFD1B IS220PSCAH1B IS200STCIH4A IS200TRROH1B IS200VRTDH1D IS215VCMIH2CA IS200TVIBH2B IS200TPROH1B IS200TSVOH1B IS200TTURH1B 362A3389P001 3500/22M 288055-01L 3500/25 126398-01H 3500/33 184631-01F 3500/42M 176449-02GB 3500/60 190085-01L 3500/92 136180-01T 106M1081-01 125768-01 125800-01 133819-01 140471-01 146031-01 149992-03 125808-02A 129133-01 3500/01 129131-01 3500/03 177230-02 18745-03 18745-XX, 147025-01 190501-09-00-04 2200150-01 330180-90-05 330180-92-05 330180-52-05 330400-02-05 We still have a lot of PLC/DCS/ESD/TSI automation spare parts module in stock, contact us quickly for prices. +86 1803023...

Hyperautomation Coined by Gartner to describe one of the biggest automation trends of 2020, the concept of hyperautomation has rapidly spread across the industry. But how does it differ from regular automation, and is it a viable option for manufacturers who don’t wish to revolutionise their entire production or assembly lines? In its 2019 report Move Beyond RPA to Deliver Hyperautomation, Gartner pointed out a lack of guidance in how organisations should integrate robotic process automation (RPA) with other tools. The report also highlighted that business managers experience pressure to focus on automating simple routine procedures, but lack a strategy to extend automation processes to the whole factory. The solution, according to the global research company, is hyperautomation, defined as end-to-end automation that combines complementary technologies such as deep learning, advanced analytics, machine vision, natural language processing, RPA and artificial intelligence to augment business processes. 33101-23-41-10-02-05 330102-05-20-10-02-05 330105-02-12-05-02-05 330105-02-12-10-02-05 330106-05-30-10-02-00 330130-045-00-00 330130-045-00-05 330130-080-00-05 330130-080-02-05 330130-085-01-05 330190-085-00-05 330901-00-40-10-02-05 330901-00-90-05-02-05   MA0186100 MA0186100 140CPS11100 140CPS11100 140CPS21400 140CPS21400 140XBP00600 140XBP00600 140ACO13000 140ARI03010 140ARI03010 140ARI03010 140CPU43412U   ABB 086351-001 ABB 086362-001 ABB 086385-001 ABB 086363-002 HIEE205014R0001 HIEE205012R0001 HIEE300766R0001 HIEE300910R0001 HIEE401481R0001 HIEE300900R0001 HIEE205011R0002 HIEE305089R0001 HIEE300661R0001 We still have a lot of PLC/DCS/ESD/TSI automation spare parts module in stock, contact us quickly for prices. +86 18030235311 jessica01235483 info@apterpower.com hu18030235311

Man & Machine: Are Robotics in Manufacturing for Everyone? The disadvantages of robots Industry giants like Mercedes-Benz, Toyota, Boeing, and Tesla have attempted to incorporate high levels of automation into their production lines. The goal of this action was to improve business processes. However, these attempts have sometimes led to unforeseen automation challenges. As well as a reversion to more manpower-reliant processes. Mercedes-Benz Group withdrew Sindelfingen factory assembly line robots in 2016 due to difficulty meeting rising demands for vehicle customization. Markus Schaefer, then head of production, remarked that humans had to play a more significant part in industrial processes again. Especially to cater to the variety and pace of changes. Similarly, in 2014, Toyota phased out robotics in key production areas. Emphasising the need for skilled workers to pinpoint problem areas. In both instances, the importance of flexibility and the balance between man and machine were clear. In aerospace manufacturing, a major setback occurred in the summer of 2019 when Boeing's 777 fuselage production automation system failed. Despite its new approach, the system took too long to set up and was inaccurate. Which, eventually led Boeing to revert to more traditional methods involving human machinists. Are Robots Right for Me? Given these experiences, one might wonder: are robotics the right fit for my production line? The answer lies in the complex balance between human workers and intelligent robots. When looking into automation, it's important to first look at your current setup and figure out what needs to be done for merging. Consider factors such as the need for product customisation, process flexibility, and production speed. Robots can improve efficiency and precision greatly, but they can't replace the problem-solving and flexibility of human workers. Most of the time, the best results come from mixing human knowledge with the efficiency of robots in a way that is specific to the operation. In conclusion, robots aren't always the solution for every manufacturing application. However, they can undoubtedly play an essential role when employed judiciously and harmoniously. As we advance into the future, finding the right blend of man and machine will remain a critical task. ABB 086384-001 ABB 086339-001 ABB 086387-001 ABB 086349-001 ABB HIEE305120R0001 ABB 086351-001 ABB 086362-001 ABB 086385-001 ABB 086363-002 ABB 086318-001 ABB 57310001-MP ABB UNS0868A ABB 57310001-LM ABB 086363-002 ABB 57310001-PK ABB 086351-001 ABB PSD604 ABB HIEE205014R0001 ABB HIEE205012R0001 ABB HIEE300766R0001 GE IS220PAICH2A GE IS220PDOAH1A GE IS220PDIAH1A GE IS220PTCCH1A GE IS220PTURH1A GE IS220YDIAS1A GE IS220PDIOH1A GE IS220PRTDH1A GE IS220PRTDH1A GE IS220PSCAH1B GE IS220PAICH1A GE IS200SRTDH2A GE IS200STCIH4A GE IS200ESYSH2A GE IS215REBFH1BA GE GGN32L4XXMFXXXX 3200A GE IS220PRROH1A GE IS220PSVOH1A GE IS220PTURH1A GE IS200SPROH1A Triconex 3007 Triconex 300...

Three automation start-ups to watch While there are many challenges to contend with, there’s a range of automation start-ups who are developing technology to improve manufacturing processes. So, what start-ups are out there? Realtime Robotics Collaborative robotics is becoming essential to the manufacturing industry as we must develop technology that can work alongside humans and other robots. To meet this demand, Realtime Robotics is developing its RapidPlan processer that combines a motion planning accelerator (MPA) with a software-based roadmap. The aim is to enable robots to detect and operate safely alongside human employees, and this is particularly beneficial in manufacturing environments that require both. “Our collision-free motion planning solutions allow robots to perform safely in dynamic, unstructured, and collaborative workspaces, while instantaneously reacting to changes as they occur,” explained Peter Howard, CEO at Realtime Robotics. Kossow Robots Another collaborate robotics start-up is Copenhagen-based Kossow Robotics. The company develops 7-DOF collaborative robotic arms, each with their own built-in torque sensors to detect force and stop the robots if they’re being overloaded. Kassow Robots are constantly developing their range, and they’re all operated using a basic tablet-like process that anybody can use. Their products can be used for picking, placing, machine tending and even labelling tasks. Wandelbots Founded at the Technical University of Dresden in 2017, Wandelbots is developing a suit covered in sensors that allows the user to program actions for robots to replicate. The software backend tracks the user’s motions to live-control the robots. This allows manufacturers to move goods around warehouses and reduce the burden on human employees. “We are providing a universal language to teach those robots in the same way, independent of the technology stack,” said Christian Piechnick, CEO at Wandelbots. 140CPS11100 140CPS11100 140CPS21400 140CPS21400 140XBP00600 140XBP00600 140ACO13000 140ARI03010 140ARI03010 140ARI03010 140CPU43412U 140CRP93100 140CRP93100 140DAO84000 140DAO84000 140DDI84100 140DDO84300 1756-OB16D 1756-OB16E 1756-RMC10 1756-RMC10 1768-EWEB 1768-L43S 1768-MO4SE 1786-RG6 1786-RG6 1756-L61 1786-TPS 1786-TPS 1786-TPS 1756-EN2F 1756-IA16 1756-IA16I 1756-CNB HIEE205014R0001 HIEE205012R0001 HIEE300766R0001 HIEE300910R0001 HIEE401481R0001 HIEE300900R0001 HIEE205011R0002 HIEE305089R0001 HIEE300661R0001 HIEE300936R0101 3BHB002916R0101 3BHE037864R0101 3BHE024855R0101 3BHB000652R0101 HIEE300661R0001 DS200TCRAG1AAA DS200TCCAG1AHB We still have a lot of PLC/DCS/ESD/TSI automation spare parts module in stock, contact us quickly for prices. +86 18030235311 jessica01235483 info@apterpower.com hu18030235311

Difference between PLC, PAC and IPC PLCs have many advantages compared to previous technology and are rugged and reliable. However, they have a single microcontroller and therefore limited logic capacity. This makes them unsuitable for complex applications that require motion control, which can be achieved only by adding separate modules to the PLCs or by using a hybrid system with one or several PLCs and an industrial PC. As a consequence, PLCs are ideal for smaller automation projects in which simple tasks are performed. PACs offer in fact the same advantages of a hybrid system but without the added hardware. They mount two or more microcontrollers and have a more sophisticated logic system than a PLC. As a result, they can operate in multiple domains such as motion, discrete and process control using a single platform. They also provide better integration with SCADA, which allows them to manage complex industry-specific instructions. Industrial PCs appeared on the market in the 1990s, allowing users to run PLC-style applications on a regular PC operating system. The first IPCs were not rugged enough to withstand harsh plant environments and their operating systems had serious stability issues, but more recent versions have tackled these problems and are now successfully used in larger applications, alone or in combination with one or more PLCs. However, if in the 1990s it seemed that IPCs were about to take over, it is now clear that PACs are leading the field. Which one is best for you? PACs combine the functionality and reliability of a PLC with the processing capability of an IPC, which is why they are now the preferred type of controller in many manufacturing plants. One single PAC can replace several PLCs or a hybrid system and offer the added advantage of having all applications running in one single controller. However, the rule of thumb when choosing a controller is that the size of its capabilities should match the size of your automation project. In other words, there’s no need to invest in a PAC or a hybrid system if your automation needs can be handled by a traditional PLC. Ultimately, if you choose the appropriate controller for your application’s size and plan some room for expansion, you will be able to work with it efficiently for decades. 1746-IC16 1747-SCNR 1747-SCNR 1747-SCNR 140DAI74000 140DAI74000 1768-M04SE 1768-PB3 140NRP95400 MA0329001 MA0329001 490NRP25300 MA0186100 MA0186100 140CPS11100 140CPS11100 140CPS21400 140CPS21400 140XBP00600 140XBP00600 140ACO13000 140ARI03010 140ARI03010 140ARI03010 140CPU43412U 140CRP93100 140CRP93100 140DAO84000 140DAO84000 140DDI84100 1746-A13 1746-IV16 1746-NIO4V 1746-OA16 1756-OB16D 1756-OB16E 1762-IQ8 1762-L24AWA 1762-OA8 1762-OB8 1766-L32AWA 1769-L33ERM 1769-OB32T 1769-OW8 1769-PA2 We still have a lot of PLC/DCS/ESD/TSI automation spare parts module in stock, contact us quickly for prices. +86 18030235311 jessica01235483 info@apterpower.com hu18030235311

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