At the time, both Jeff and Esben were talking about about the maximum force that a cobot is allowed to apply if it collides with a human. But, there is another factor which is just as important when ...

A new series covers automation functions between industrial and collaborative robots, for payloads up to 11 kg, that’s easy to use and is safely deployable alongside workers. ABB introduced a new ...

BUFFALO, N.Y. - As a fast-growing computer company, Bak USA of Buffalo endeavors to adopt technology that reduces inefficiencies, but not to the detriment of its workforce. Collaborative robots are ...

Collaborative robots are known for their ability to operate safely near humans, but they should still be risk assessed like any other piece of automated industrial equipment. Collaborative robots ...

In general, OSHA's view on robot safety is that if the employer is meeting the requirements of ANSI/RIA R15.06, the manufacturer has no issues. Tech executive and billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk ...

What if robots didn't take the place of humans, but worked alongside them? That's precisely the reality when cobots—collaborative robots—are added to the workforce. When you can design your workflow ...

Many manufacturers are seeking to benefit their operations by integrating cobots into one or more of their manufacturing workcells. Manufacturing management wants assurance that the cobot-integrated ...

Unlike traditional robots that operate in isolation, cobots are built with safety and interaction in mind. They’re smart, adaptable and can be programmed to perform a wide range of tasks — from ...

NOVI, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Universal Robots (UR) is not only the most widely used collaborative robot arm in the manufacturing industry, the UR cobots have also become the platform of choice for a ...

MISSISSAUGA, Ontario — Schneider Electric, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, today launched the Lexium Cobot, a collaborative machine featuring ...

This article was originally published on ETFTrends.com. by Alex Owen-Hill on Oct 16, 2018 7:00:00 AM How close can you get to a collaborative robot? Is it always safe to go near one? We explain the 5 ...