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Robotics Industry Insights
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Calculating Your ROI for Robotic Automation: Cost vs. Cash Flow
by Tanya M. Anandan, Contributing Editor
POSTED: 03/19/2015
Your customers want it faster, better, cheaper. Your competitors are closing in. And the stakes are getting higher.
Robotics 2015 and Beyond: Collaboration, Connectivity, Convergence
by Tanya M. Anandan, Contributing Editor
POSTED: 01/19/2015
One of the most transformative periods in the robotics industry is upon us.
Robotic Grinding, De-Burring and Finishing Applications
by Bennett Brumson, Contributing Editor
POSTED: 07/02/2012
Due to the dangers involved in manual grinding, de-burring and finishing, robots are increasingly called on to do these operations.
by Ken Miller, Product Manager
POSTED: 05/17/2011
Still reluctant to automate your press brakes? Time to rethink this while you still can, because the latest robotic automation
Portal to Success: Update Multiple Robot Programs in a Minute or Less
by Brette Christe, Technical Writer
POSTED: 03/03/2010
Product variations, changes, and introductions are commonplace in manufacturing today. In response, many companies are choosing to use robots for
“S” Shaped Recovery for the Economy?
by Brian Huse, Director, Markeing & PR
POSTED: 01/22/2010
At RIA’s Robotics Industry Forum, Chris Thornberg of Beacon Economics offers a new type of prediction for the economy.
Robotic Application Research: Past, Present, & Future
by Brette Christe, JR Automation Technologies, LLC
POSTED: 07/16/2009
In 1961, the first manufacturing robot, the Unimate, hit the assembly line for GM. This welding robot, which received its commands
Positive Action: One Robot Integrator's Unique Response to the Economy
by (staff interview with) Keith Wanner, President, RobotWorx
POSTED: 03/04/2009
RIA: How is the economy affecting the used robot market? KW: This is a good time to be in the used robot market. There are a lot of robots available from companies that are downsizing - newer models with fewer hours. At the same time,
by Brian Huse, Director, Marketing & PR, Robotic Industries Association
POSTED: 01/02/2009
Is your company recession proof? Last year wasn’t so bad for some RIA members. Many had big months in the fall even while consumer spending dried up in the broader economy. One industrial cable company had a terrific October
High-Density Robotic Painting: Latest Trend Lowers Costs
by Randy Schuetz, Tech. Leader, Painting & Dispensing, and Mary Kay Morel, Staff Writer/Editor, Motoman
POSTED: 11/14/2008
One of the primary reasons paint spray booths are expensive to operate is the high energy cost of providing temperature-controlled supply air to replenish exhaust air. As companies look for ways to maximize floorspace utilization to help them cut costs and remain competitive in the global marketplace, spray paint booths
SOLUTIONS FOR LEAN MANUFACTURING: INTEGRATING ROBOTIC AUTOMATION WITH BUSINESS SYSTEMS
by Brette Christe, Technical Writer
POSTED: 11/14/2008
If lean manufacturing is a goal, it may be a good idea to investigate automation solutions that integrate with business systems. This method combines a business’s network and software with machinery and automation equipment. The benefit of this approach is manufacturing systems that are easier to control and
Forging New Relationships for the Robotics Industry
by Jeff Burnstein, Executive Vice President
POSTED: 09/16/2008
One of our main goals at RIA is to educate our members and others interested in robotics about new opportunities and “what’s next” for robotics applications. In order to accomplish that goal, we sponsor shows and conferences, workshops, award programs, and the industry’s most comprehensive Web site, Robotics Online. All of
Robotics Online Clicking Strong for Members and Customers
by Brian Huse, Director, Marketing & PR
POSTED: 08/19/2008
Customer connections are thriving on Robotics Online where more than 4,900 clicks were recorded by advertisers in July, and a growing list of members received hot leads by way of RFQs and contacts from
Robotics Industry Forum Turns Networking into Connectioneering!
by Brian Huse, Director, Marketing & Public Relations
POSTED: 08/08/2008
Are you ready for a unique kind of networking that leads to new and improved business? On November 6, 2008, your RIA membership unlocks the door to Connectioneering at the Robotics Industry Forum in Orlando, Florida. Business
Robotic Transporters for Large Weldments
by Chris Anderson, Technology Leader – Welding
POSTED: 05/19/2008
Robotic transporters are key when you want to automate welding of extremely large, heavy parts. The maximum work envelope radius of an extended-reach robot is about 3-meters (9.84’). If the parts you are welding require more reach than that, you need to find ways to move the robot to the
