Celonis conducted a survey of business leaders, all from large companies, some from manufacturing, and found that 72% of respondents say that process issues are getting in the way of implementing AI initiatives. 84% of the respondents were actively working to bring AI into their companies, but 72% of those surveyed were having trouble. What… Read more »
Basic Robot Types
Robots are quickly transforming most industries, from manufacturing and assembly lines to healthcare and transportation. Understanding the different types of robots available is crucial for choosing the right one for your specific needs. Here’s an overview of some basic robot types: Cartesian Robots (Gantry Robots) See a picture of a Cartesian or Gantry Robot. Description:… Read more »
Robotic Crocodiles
The Kroc is a realistic robotic crocodile. We don’t know anyone who wants a crocodile in their factory or warehouse, so you may be wondering why anyone would work to create a robot crocodile in the first place. The simple answer is that it was made for TV. But a new article by the developers… Read more »
Can History Tell Us How Industry 4.0 Will Affect Employment?
Industry 4.0 – that’s what we’re calling this next big shift in industry. It’s the fourth chapter in the long and exciting story about man, machines, and manufacturing. There’s been a recurring theme throughout this story, and for many it’s the focus of Chapter 4. It’s the battle of man and machine. It’s the idea… Read more »
Anthrobots
Robots often mimic creatures found in the world, from pangolins to elephants. There have even been robots that used arachnid parts as grippers. But now researchers have figured out a way to use human cells to perform actions. They group themselves together into a “superbot”, they swim around, they heal scratches! Okay, they’re not going… Read more »
AI Honesty?
Sports Illustrated is the latest publication to face scandalous revelations about its use of AI to produce articles. More precisely, SI claims that it innocently bought AI-generated articles from AdVon, which AdVon claims were human-written even though they had fake authors with fake headshots and fake bios. One seasoned sportswriter pointed out that “The conventions… Read more »
Robots and Pollution
New research from China confirms our belief that automation can reduce pollution. Automation is green We’ve always believed that automation is good for the environment, even though we know that factories can also be responsible for pollution. Automation can be an energy-efficient means of production. It can reduce waste. It can optimize the use of… Read more »
Troubleshooting Guides for Indramat Errors
Indramat errors aren’t common. The servos, drives, and controls made by Indramat are known for longevity and reliability. Indramat servos often run for decades without any need for maintenance, but all machinery needs some attention at some point in time. A troubleshooting guide can help you resolve Indramat faults and error codes. An unfamiliar problem… Read more »
Loss of Friction
Black Friday brings out the hunter in the average consumer. How many families used to gather all the special newspaper ads and plot out their foray to the shopping centers for doorbuster deals? Now, you might be more likely to scope out all the deals online, perhaps using Google’s new comparative shopping engine to track… Read more »
Happy Thanksgiving!
Tomorrow is Thanksgiving! Grab some turkey, watch some football, and enjoy Thanksgiving with friends and family! We are open and answering calls through the holiday weekend. Don’t hesitate to give us a call for Indramat emergencies, or any of your Indramat repair needs. Contact us online, or call 479-422-0390!