APLEX Technology, Inc    Zhonghe Dist   Taiwan
May 10, 2013 Powered by Intel Socket G2 Core i3/i5/i7 processor and paired with Intel QM67 chipset, APC-3X19 series offers choice of 15, 17, or 19 in. panel and provides 2 x 2.5 in. SATA HDD space as well as one external CF slot for data backup and storage. Multiple expansion slots – mini-PCIe, PCIe x 16 (default), PCI – are provided, and fanless design is optimized for heat dissipation via aluminum heat sinks on cover. Additional features include 4 USB and 2 LAN interfaces, 2 x DDR3 memory slot up to 16G, and IP65 front panel.

Delcam Plc    Birmingham Hampshir B10 0HJ  United Kingdom
May 06, 2013 Fully embedded inside PowerMILL CAM system as plug-in, PowerMILL Robot Interface give users access to all multi-axis machining strategies within PowerMILL. With interface, robots can be programmed for tool-to-part applications. Interface can then be used to simulate complete machining operation and to control robot’s movements through different variables. Once results of simulation have been reviewed, and modified if necessary, program can be output in appropriate robot native language.

Robotiq    SAINT-NICOLAS, QC G7A2N1
Apr 30, 2013 Installed on any industrial robot, 2-Finger Adaptive Gripper-200 features programmable 200 mm stroke to pick various part sizes. Parallel, encompassing, and internal gripping modes enable handling of different part geometries. Housed in sealed casing, product features grip detection and real-time finger position feedback as well as control of finger speed and force to adapt, on-the-fly, to heavy or light parts.

PHD, Inc.    Fort Wayne, IN 46899
Apr 24, 2013 Intended for automation applications, Series GRV comes in 4 sizes with internal flow control and precision dowel pin holes. Latter ensures accurate alignment of tooling and gripper mounting. Construction lends to extended lifetime expectancy, while slim design allows space for stacking grippers in confined area. Supplied switch-ready for facilitated integration of optional magnetic position sensing switches, product features teachable 2-position switch and cleanroom fluoro-elastomer seals.

Robert Bosch GmbH    Waiblingen D-71332  Germany
Apr 23, 2013 Comprised of Delta robot hardware platform and software controller, Gemini 4 has streamlined design that helps increase acceleration and pick rates while maintaining gentle product handling, process reliability, and quality. Operators can run up to 8 Delta robots and 16 conveyors, and use of same head, regardless of pack size or style, eliminates changeover downtime. HMI can store instructions for production of multiple products, accelerating setup and reducing changeover time to 1 min.

QComp Technologies, Inc    Greenville, WI 54942
Apr 18, 2013 Designed to minimize labor-intensive picking and packing tasks, High Speed Pick & Pack features delta style robot with integrated vision. Cases can be packed in horizontal or vertical package configurations, and manufacturers gain flexibility with ability to accommodate multiple packaging designs. Suited for case packing, tray filling, stand up pouches, bags, packs, and more, system is available with 6-axis robot and stainless steel for wash down applications.

Toshiba America Electronic Components (TAEC)    Irvine, CA 92618-1811
Apr 10, 2013 Targeting next-generation, ultra-thin smartphones and tablet devices, TCM9930MD uses flip-chip structure for image sensor. Integrated image pre-processing LSI (companion) chip provides distortion correction and performs image resolution reconstruction, resulting in CMOS image sensor camera module with 13 MP imaging capabilities and 4.7 mm profile.

Applied Robotics, Inc.    Glenville, NY 12302
Mar 26, 2013 With driver/cam geometry, Sigma NextGen™ provides moment and acceleration capabilities to handle high dynamic robots. Design ensures optimal coupling under extreme load conditions, and tool changer maintains safety with coupled mechanism during loss of compressed air. Sigma NextGen supports variety of servo tools and bus communications including Sigma SmartComm™ Communications Module, which features diagnostics via webpage and ability to schedule maintenance and run various reports.

Industrial Magnetics, Inc.    Boyne City, MI 49712
Mar 22, 2013 Offered in Standard, Non-Rotating (NR), Destacking (DS), Double-Acting (DA), and Extra-Strong (ES) configurations, Transporter® LP magnetically transfers metal blanks, stampings, and parts in automated applications. Rare Earth magnets positively hold part during transfer, even during unexpected loss of shop air. Designed to directly replace vacuum cups with minimal tooling adjustments, products increase options for pick-up points on stamped, perforated, and odd-shaped parts.

Continental    Allentown, PA 18106
Feb 18, 2013 Suited for remote viewing of engine rooms, VDO Camera Systems are also able to eliminate blind spots around boat to improve maneuverability and safety. Vibration-resistant systems are available with 100% waterproof housing, 5.6 or 7 in. color display monitors (single and quad screen) that offer normal/mirror modes, and IR LEDs for nighttime vision. Complete program includes mini cameras, rear view cameras, and side view cameras. Rear view cameras offer optional audio input.

Atmel Corporation    San Jose, CA 95131
Feb 11, 2013 Supplied in 324-ball BGA package, SAMA5D3 series is based on ARM® Cortex™-A5 core and uses 65 nm low-power process technology to deliver up to 850 DMIPS at 536 MHz while offering 1,328 MBps at 166 MHz bus speed. FPU provides additional processing power for image, audio, and sensor data. Consuming under 200 mW in active mode at max speed and below 0.5 mW in low-power mode when retaining context and offering fast wake-up, MPU delivers diverse peripheral set and security capabilities.

Reis Robotics    Elgin, IL 60123
Feb 08, 2013 Featuring ergonomic housing and position of center of gravity that reduce operator fatigue, reisPAD allows operation and programming via 10.4 in. touch display with clearly arranged, large, soft-key buttons. On operating panel, there is only emergency-stop button and permission key for release of robot movements. Operation can be learned intuitively and is done via maximum of 2 operating menus. Control is further facilitated via scrollbars, rotary knobs, and trackballs on touch display.

Metrologic Group    Wixom, MI 48393
Jan 31, 2013 Based on high-speed acquisition laser scanner attached to multi-axes robot wrist, X4 i-Robot provides measuring accuracy independent of robot's positioning precision and based on device. Robot motions are always synchronized with measurements and robot trajectory is entirely controlled by Metrolog X4 part program. With typical overall absolute accuracy of 100 µm, system is suited for automotive, aerospace, and their sub-contractors for manufacturing lines metrology control.

Denso Sales California, Inc.    Long Beach, CA 90810
Jan 28, 2013 Featuring 12 x 18 in. footprint and 3.75 in. height, 8-axis Model RC8 can communicate with over 100 different types of devices using ORiN™ open-resource interface networking system. Industrial robot controller includes 100 Base-T Ethernet, mini/hand I/O, RS232C, and USB communication interfaces as standard, plus CC-Link, DeviceNet, EtherCAT, EtherNet/IP, parallel discrete I/O, Profibus, and Profinet as options. Microsoft Windows-based GUI minimizes robot setup time.

APLEX Technology, Inc    Zhonghe Dist   Taiwan
Jan 23, 2013 Powered by 1.86 GHz Intel® Atom™ D2550 processor, ACS-266XC series features fanless design for silent operation and 2.5 in. SATA HDD. OS support covers Windows XP embedded/7/WES7/XP/CE7.0, and system memory supports one SO-DIMM (204-pin) up to 4 GB DDR3 800/1,066 MHz FSB. Intended for use in machine control, factory automation, and other industrial applications, PC operates from 9–36 Vdc supply over -10 to +50°C range and offers external CF slot.

SAS Automation, Ltd.    Xenia, OH 45385
Jan 23, 2013 Incorporating stainless steel fingers, independent Decker Plates, and top-mounted bag clamps, SBG-50 lets one robot palletize 2 in – 2 out conveyor systems or one in-feed conveyor with multiple bag sizes. Servo width adjusting Bag Gripper, used for simultaneously palletizing multiple bag widths from 265–500 mm, delivers accurate bag drop placement. Manual adjustment allows for bags as narrow as 165 mm, and system nominally accommodates 65–165 mm high bags up to 50 kg.

Elmo Motion Control, Inc.    Westford, MA 01886
Jan 07, 2013 Gantry, The Elmo Way combines distributed motion control with servo tuning tools. System provides precise control with 2 servo drives that operate as one integrated unit and can be mounted anywhere. Eliminating need for dedicated motion controller or extra moving cables, design employs MIMO communications; one servo drive is configured as master, with second drive following its lead and sending feedback data. Software guides user through implementation in GUI format.

FIPA, Inc.    Atlanta, GA 30318
Dec 14, 2012 Pneumatically controlled magnetic gripper is suited for integration within electronics-free environments, often found in sheet forming plant, and is compatible with FIPA gripper construction kit. Product keeps work piece in place, even when compressed air supply is lost, and design ensure secure handling of flat, ferromagnetic work pieces with and without boreholes or cutouts. Optional PNP and NPN magnetic sensors are available to monitor piston position.

AXIOMTEK Co., Ltd.    Taipei   Taiwan
Dec 05, 2012 Intended for digital signage manufacturers, OPS870 Open Pluggable Specification (OPS)-compliant signage player supports 22 nm 3rd Generation Intel® Core™ i7/i5/i3 processors with Mobile Intel® QM77 Express chipset; 8 GB DDR3 SO-DIMM memory; and pluggable 2.5 in. SATA HDD for OS and storage. PCIe Mini Card slot is available for graphics-enhanced video card; WLAN card; and tuner/AV capture card. Interfaces include HDMI/DVI, DisplayPort, UART, audio, USB 3.0, and 10/100/1,000 Mbps Ethernet.

ABB Robotics, Inc.    Auburn Hills, MI 48326
Dec 04, 2012 Integrated software products increase ABB robot-based laser cutting accuracy and flexibility while facilitating programming and operation. As add-on for RobotStudio 3D offline simulation programming tool, RobotStudio Cutting PowerPac lets users generate and modify program cutting paths based on part geometry and CAD models. RobotWare Cutting robot controller add-on offers tools for integration of peripheral equipment, robot tuning/calibration, as well as complex path and shape programming.