Robotics World articles from September 2006

Robotics World archives from September 2006

Kids + robots = the future of automation.(Feature Story)(Cover story)
September 1, 2006... Today's children and young adults repent the future of the robotics industry. Motoman, a leader in robotics and factory automation, actively promotes interest and early learning about robotic technology, and also participates in national,...

Robots & Vision Show slated for June 12-14, 2007 Donald Stevens Convention Center Rosemont, IL.(ria UPDATE)
September 1, 2006... The International Robots & Vision Show, originally slated for October 2-4, 2007, has been switched to June 12-14, 2007, at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, Rosemont (Chicago), IL. The show will be co-located with Sensors Expo,...

RIA invites submissions for new market incubator program.(ria UPDATE)
September 1, 2006... Tele-robotic applications and mobile robot studies are now eligible for funding in a new Robot Market Assessment Program from Robotic Industries Association (R/A), North America's only trade association dedicated solely to the robotics...

Vision & Robots for Automotive Manufacturing Workshop set for October 17 and 18, 2006.(ria UPDATE)
September 1, 2006... A new workshop focused on how to successfully apply machine vision and robotics technology for automotive applications is scheduled for October 17 and 18, 2006, at the Sheraton Detroit Novi Hotel in Novi (suburban Detroit), MI. Presentations...

Robotics Industry Forum: a summit for networking with industry leaders.(ria UPDATE)
September 1, 2006... RIA's Robotics Industry Forum is scheduled for November 8-10, 2006, at the Portofino Bay Hotel-Universal Studios in Orlando, FL. It is a summit meeting of top executives from legendary companies to help inspire you and give you new zest for...

"Connectioneering"--a new contact table program at the forum.(ria UPDATE)
September 1, 2006... Only RIA members and Forum speakers can reserve one of the new contact tables for networking at the Forum. "Connectioneering" is a program designed to connect industry leaders with new business partners and customers. Advance appointments are...

On-line and on fire: two million visitors and counting.(ria UPDATE)
September 1, 2006... Robotics Online and Machine Vision Online already have more than two million visitors combined as of mid-2006 and are burning up the Internet at the fastest pace ever for either site. According to metrics from Google, these two sites have page...

Association events.(ria UPDATE)(Calendar)
September 1, 2006... Vision & Robots for Automotive Manufacturing October 17-18, 2006 Novi (Detroit), MI 14th Annual Robotics Industry Forum November 8-10, 2006 Portofino Bay Hotel Orlando, FL AIA Networking Reception November...

Robot Safety changes lie ahead: an interview with Jeff Fryman Director of Standards Development Robotic Industries Association.(RIA Safety Column)(Interview)
September 1, 2006... The National Robot Safety Conference is scheduled for early October, so Robotics Online took this opportunity to talk with Jeff Fryman, Director of Standards Development for the Robotic Industries Association, about recent safety developments....

NASA perfects orbital docking here on earth with help of robotics and metrology.(Robotics Case Studies)
September 1, 2006... Space exploration and research usually calls to mind images of weightlessness and advanced technologies. But a great deal of engineering takes place right here on Earth, on the ground. Due to the high cost of failure in space and the inherent...

Zero-Max.(New Products in MOTION CONTROL)
September 1, 2006... Zero-Max (www.zero-max.com) has introduced Version 1.5 of its latest software designed for easy and fast sizing and selection of components for motion control and power transmission systems. The new software CD-ROM contains the latest...

Danaher Motion.(New Products in MOTION CONTROL)
September 1, 2006... Danaher Motion (www.danaher motion.com), a leading manufacturer of motion control products that improve the efficiency and productivity of complex manufacturing operations, has introduced a new web store for its complete family of Portescap...

Avtron Manufacturing, Inc.(New Products in MOTION CONTROL)
September 1, 2006... Avtron Manufacturing, Inc. (www .avtron.com), a privately held manufacturer of industrial motor speed control equipment, has announced the first shipments of its new HS35M magnetic encoder. Avtron is a leader in heavy-duty industrial encoders...

SICK STEGMANN, Inc.(New Products in MOTION CONTROL)
September 1, 2006... SICK STEGMANN, Inc. (www. stegmann.com) has developed SinCos[R] SRS 64 Motor Feedback Systems with Hiperface[R] interface for stand-alone applications. These single-turn servomotor feedback systems are well suited for applications requiring...

Baumer Electric.(New Products in MOTION CONTROL)
September 1, 2006... Baumer Electric (www.baumer electric.com) has introduced four new magnetic encoders designed to deliver excellent reliability in harsh and contaminated operating environments. With diameters of just 30 and 40 mm, these compact sensors fit...

Bishop-Wisecarver Corp.(New Products in MOTION CONTROL)
September 1, 2006... Bishop-Wisecarver Corp. (www.bwc .com), a leading supplier of guidedmotion technology, have announced the model SRX-150 heavy-duty linear actuator. Available in belt- or ball-screw-driven versions, the compact aluminum linear actuator provides...

THK America, Inc.(New Products in MOTION CONTROL)
September 1, 2006... THKAmerica, Inc. (www.thk.com) has launched its TY Series Linear Actuator with capabilities of high speeds to 5 m/s (16.4 ft/s) and acceleration to 5 g's. Integrated with the firm's Type SHS LM guide, as well as the QZ lubricator, the TY Series...

DE-STA-CO Robohand.(New Products in MOTION CONTROL)
September 1, 2006... DE-STA-CO Robohand (www.destaco .com) has introduced its Smart Linear Actuator (SLA) Modular Automation System, a completely integrated flexible automation solution that will improve productivity and reduce manufacturing costs. The SLA Modular...

Empire Magnetics.(New Products in MOTION CONTROL)
September 1, 2006... Empire Magnetics (www.empiremag netics.com) has introduced its custom Hollow Series Motors. These pancake-style motors are available on a custom basis in large-bore or hollow-shaft configurations for vacuum, radiation, and other harsh...

Applied Perception lands NCDR contract for robotic technologies.(product & industry news)
September 1, 2006... Robotics-technology developer Applied Perception, Inc. (www.appliedperception.com, Pittsburgh, PA), has been awarded a $928,000 contract from the National Center for Defense Robotics (NCDR, www.techcollaborative.org) to support the development...

QComp Technologies wins 2006 Fox Cities Small Business Award.(product & industry news)
September 1, 2006... QComp Technologies, Inc. (www.qcomptech.com), has won the 2006 Fox Cities Chamber of Commerce & Industry Small Business of the Year Award. QComp was recognized by the chamber for its creativity, innovation, and teamwork in the manufacturing...

Orbitform Group announces addition to Marathon Welding Automation.(product & industry news)
September 1, 2006... Orbitform Group (www.orbitform.com) is pleased to announce Steve Rakowski has joined the company as Marathon Welding Automation Team Leader. Mr. Rakowski's skill and work experience is a large addition to the Marathon Welding Automation Product...

Rimrock-Wolf Robotics hires Regional Managers.(product & industry news)
September 1, 2006... Rimrock-Wolf Robotics (www.wolf robotics.com) recently hired Todd McEllis as the Regional Manager for the Great Lakes territory. In his new post, McElliswill handle sales of robotic welding and cutting equipment featuring ABB robots from...

Automated Assemblies Corp. appoints Dan Mackey Customer Service Manager.(product & industry news)
September 1, 2006... Automated Assemblies Corp. (www.aacrobot.com) has appointed Daniel T. Mackey as Customer Service Manager. His responsibilities include managing the technical field service force as well as telephone support, training, and replacement parts...

Pepperl+Fuchs acquires ISB business from Cooper Crouse-Hinds.(product & industry news)
September 1, 2006... Pepperl+Fuchs (www.am.pepperlfuchs.com) has acquired the Intrinsic Safety Instrumentation (ISB) business from Cooper Crouse-Hinds, a division of Cooper Industries, for an undisclosed purchase price. ISB is located in Buehl, Germany. Cooper...

Renishaw offers free one-day courses in Art of Accuracy.(product & industry news)
September 1, 2006... Renishaw (www.renishaw.com) is offering free full-day "Art of Accuracy" technical seminars that will detail the capabilities of the firm's advanced linear and rotary encoders for high-accuracy position feedback and its laser interferometer...

Copley Controls.(new products)
September 1, 2006... Copley Controls (www.copleycontrols.com) has developed direct-drive ServoTube linear motors well suited for pick-and-place applications. Equipped with two independent load-positioning Forcers--each controlled by its own Xenus Micro...

Tyzx, Inc.(new products)
September 1, 2006... Tyzx, Inc. (www.tyzx.com) has developed the DeepSea G2 Stereo Vision System, a small, multipurpose, embedded stereo camera that can be deployed in mobile platforms such as commercial and defense robots and automobiles or networked together into...

Toshiba Teli Corp.(new products)
September 1, 2006... Toshiba Teli Corp. (www.toshibateli.com) has launched the model CS5111L analog color composite camera system for machine vision systems where mounting space is limited or a lightweight camera is required. It consists of a compact 29-mm remote...

CPS Corp.(new products)
September 1, 2006... CPS Corp. (www.alsic.com) has introduced a line of end effectors for automated semiconductor wafer fabrication machinery. Made from CPS' metal matrix composite, AlSiC (aluminum silicon carbide), the end effectors have the strength and stiffness...

Cognex Corporation.(new products)
September 1, 2006... Cognex Corporation (www.cognex. com) has announced its In-Sight[R] Explorer software release 3.3 for its award-winning In-Sight vision sensors. The software includes new calibration, communication, and other tools that minimize integration time...

Automation Systems Interconnect, Inc.(SPOTLIGHT on cables and connectors)
September 1, 2006... Automation Systems Interconnect, Inc. (www.asi-ez.com) has announced the expansion of their line of sensor cables and connectors. Customers will now have a molded cable choice with M12 male or female, straight or 90-deg.-angle connectors, with...

Phoenix Contact.(SPOTLIGHT on cables and connectors)
September 1, 2006... Phoenix Contact (www.phoenixcon.com) has expanded its VARIOSUB plug connector family to include connection systems for industrial Firewire, Universal Serial Bus (USB), and SC RJ (fiber optics). These new additions to the VARIOSUB family now...

Contact Electronics, part of LAPP USA (www.lappusa.com) offers a wide range of plastic and metal strain relief connectors for round or flat cables for our EPIC[R] Rectangular Connectors.(SPOTLIGHT on cables and connectors)
September 1, 2006... Contact Electronics, part of LAPP USA (www.lappusa.com) offers a wide range of plastic and metal strain relief connectors for round or flat cables for our EPIC[R] Rectangular Connectors. Cable strain relief provides environmental sealing up to...

WL Gore & Associates.(SPOTLIGHT on cables and connectors)
September 1, 2006... WL Gore & Associates (www.gore.com) offers flat cables specifically for high-flex applications to withstand repeated, long-term flexing, including robotic systems, linear motion control, pick-and-place machines, and high-speed visual-inspection...