Industry News
ABB launches single-arm YuMi cobot
Following on from the dual-arm YuMi robot, introduced in 2015, ABB has developed a single-arm YuMi to expand its collaborative robot range. [ + ]
Deepak Phenolics uses Honeywell OTS technology to train operators
Operator training simulation based on Honeywell UOP's cumene process technology enables safer and more efficient production. [ + ]
ABB to grid-connect world's largest offshore wind farm
Key technologies and ABB Ability solutions will integrate wind energy from Hornsea Project Two to the UK grid, powering more than 1.3 million homes. [ + ]
Katko, Grace Engineered Products now available from APS Industrial
Finnish switch manufacturer Katko and US-based Grace Engineered Products have appointed APS Industrial as their national distributor in Australia. [ + ]
Siemens launches Digitalize 2018 with theme 'Unlock the Potential'
Siemens' annual digitalisation conference will be held on Wednesday, 8 August at the MCG. [ + ]
Queensland IIoT start-up MOVUS launches new office
MOVUS, the developer of IIoT machine monitoring solution FitMachine, has opened its new offices in Brisbane. [ + ]
All-girls school robotics team compete in robotics competition
Treotham Automation sponsors ARTEMIS robotics team with linear slides and energy chain for FLL and FRC. [ + ]
Mining tech industry project funding announced
METS Ignited has announced $7.14 million in funding to eight METS companies and their partners to progress innovative projects in the METS and mining sectors. [ + ]
ABB to upgrade historic New Zealand HVDC link
Upgrade of North and South Island interconnection will enable the exchange of renewable energy. [ + ]
MRI for mining to sort out copper waste
Copper miners can now slash their energy and water use for every tonne of the metal produced due to a breakthrough ore sorting analyser developed by CSIRO. [ + ]
Advanced manufacturing and services the keys to unlock new exports
Advanced manufacturing and associated services key to future exports says Department of Industry, Innovation and Science. [ + ]
OPC UA machine vision and robotics specifications released
The OPC UA machine vision and robotics working groups have released the first versions of their companion specifications. [ + ]
ABB completes acquisition of GE Industrial Solutions
ABB has announced that it completed its acquisition of GE Industrial Solutions (GEIS), GE's global electrification solutions business, on 30 June. [ + ]
Control Logic partners with Hirschmann
The products of technology and industrial networking company Hirschmann are now available through Control Logic. [ + ]
5G technology brings greater vehicle safety
Research in Finland is attempting to increase the safety of road users through new solutions and services that are enabled by 5G technology. [ + ]