Discrete Manufacturing & Machine Control

Discrete Manufacturers combine parts and subsystems to produce a product—whether it’s a computer chip or an automobile—by passing it through a series of individual machines or work cells. These highly automated operations involve Robotics, Motion Control, Vision Systems, programmable controllers and more.
 

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Okuma America's Factory Automation Division Launches New Line of Robotics

Okuma America's Factory Automation Division Launches New Line of Robotics


The ORL series will make its debut at the company's booth at the International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS) …
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How Warehouse Optimization Paired with Automation Solutions Can Ensure a Resilient Manufacturing Supply Chain

How Warehouse Optimization Paired with Automation Solutions Can Ensure a Resilient Manufacturing Supply Chain


Understanding the optimal timing for adopting warehouse automation is crucial for maintaining agility, cost-effectivenes…
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Motion Solution Precision Is Key for Surgical Robots

Motion Solution Precision Is Key for Surgical Robots


The patient outcome of surgery performed by a robot is contingent on the control precision of its end effectors. Central…
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Okuma America's Factory Automation Division Launches New Line of Robotics

The ORL series will make its debut at the company's booth at the International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS) in Chicago, Illinois, on Sept. 9-14, 2024.

How Warehouse Optimization Paired with Automation Solutions Can Ensure a Resilient Manufacturing Supply Chain

Understanding the optimal timing for adopting warehouse automation is crucial for maintaining agility, cost-effectiveness and resiliency in supply chains.

Motion Solution Precision Is Key for Surgical Robots

The patient outcome of surgery performed by a robot is contingent on the control precision of its end effectors. Central to this delivery is the motion performance achieved by the robot’s miniature motor system.

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