Factory automation

Australian researchers create 'cyborg' beetles

02 July, 2025

Researchers at UQ are experimenting with 'cyborg' beetles that they hope could revolutionise urban search and rescue.


Acuity AR1000 Long-distance Laser Sensor

01 July, 2025 | Supplied by: Slentech Pty Ltd

The Acuity AR1000 Long-distance Laser Sensor measures targets from 0.1 m up to 30 m without the use of reflective targets.


Siemens to add AI and robotics capabilities to AGVs

26 June, 2025 | Supplied by: Siemens Ltd

Siemens has announced GenAI and robotics capabilities for better management and safety of automated guided vehicles.


Quicktron introduces a bin-mover robot in Australia

20 June, 2025

Shanghai-based Quicktron has introduced its M5F robot to Australia as part of its flagship Quickbin‍+ solution warehousing solution.


Increasing sensor life in harsh conditions

18 June, 2025 | Supplied by: Balluff Pty Ltd

Incorrect application of even the most advanced sensors can often lead to increased sensor wastage, higher production costs, and lower productivity.


Researchers teach robots to solve manipulation problems in seconds

12 June, 2025

Researchers have developed an algorithm that lets a robot 'think ahead' and consider thousands of potential motion plans simultaneously.


World-first Australian solution to treat wastewater at a major beverages company

04 June, 2025 | Supplied by: Rockwell Automation Australia

Australian-made titanium cross‍-‍flow membrane wastewater solution uses integrated technology from Rockwell Automation.


Mitsubishi Electric MELSEC MX controller

03 June, 2025 | Supplied by: Mitsubishi Electric Australia

The Mitsubishi Electric MELSEC MX controller is an all-in-one solution engineered for high-speed, high-precision applications.


Industrial Devices high-force linear actuators

01 June, 2025 | Supplied by: Treotham Automation Pty Ltd

Industrial Devices linear actuators are designed to deliver high-force, precision motion for heavy industrial applications.


Pilz PSEN rd1.2 F-FOV and PSEN rd1.2 F-FOV LR radar sensors

01 June, 2025 | Supplied by: Pilz Australia Industrial Automation LP

Pilz has introduced two updated models to the PSENradar range, leveraging FMCW radar technology operating at 24 GHz.


Researchers show robots how to identify an object's properties through handling

21 May, 2025

With a new simulation method, robots can guess the weight, softness and other physical properties of an object just by picking it up.


Universal Robots UR15 collaborative robot

16 May, 2025 | Supplied by: Universal Robots

Universal Robots has released the UR15, which it says is the company's fastest ever cobot, enabling reduced cycle times.


Mettler-Toledo Test Before You Invest program

06 May, 2025 | Supplied by: Mettler-Toledo Ltd

The Test Before You Invest program is a service designed to help food, pharmaceutical and packaging manufacturers make informed product inspection choices.


Mitsubishi Electric FR-D800 series inverters 

14 April, 2025 | Supplied by: Mitsubishi Electric Australia

Mitsubishi Electric has launched its FR-D800 series inverters, designed to deliver better performance, easy operation, and improved energy efficiency.


Implementing encoders: Noise and signal distortion considerations

10 April, 2025 by Pryde Measurement | Supplied by: Pryde Measurement Pty Ltd

To ensure clarity of signal from your encoder, and avoid excessive electrical noise, there are several options and installation considerations to take into account.


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