Humans and robots working in harmony at Ford Cologne factory
Used in the right way, robots they have the potential to make life much easier for humans on a production line, but most factory robots don't have the ability to stop or subtly adjust their motion, so anyone who gets in the way is at risk of injury. Ford thinks it's found a way around this problem, and is putting humans side-by-side with robots in its Cologne factory to validate its approach.
Mitsubishi Electric acquires ASTES4 SA in Switzerland
The strategic purchase of ASTES4 SA automated sheet metal sorting systems will strengthen Mitsubishi Electric’s global laser processing machine business.
Based in Switzerland ASTES4 SA...
Huawei Showcases Latest ICT Innovations with Partners at HANNOVER MESSE 2017
At HANNOVER MESSE 2017 which kicks off today, Huawei is showcasing its full suite of capabilities based on open platforms to drive digital transformation...
IGUS sets the course for the future
IGUS sets the course for the future: Speeding things up with digital innovation. Cologne plastics specialist for moving applications increases sales by 18 per cent.
Creating sustainable packaging solutions for confectionery goods
Sappi and the packaging technology manufacturer Syntegon Technology are joining forces for more sustainable solutions in the confectionery industry.
The pressure on brand manufacturers and...
New Cushman & Wakefield Map Reveals CEE’s Industrial Landscape
Cushman & Wakefield has published a new map and comprehensive overview of the most important logistics and industrial sites in Central Europe, Russia and Germany. In addition, this year’s edition has been expanded with figures for Milan, Italy.
Ingersoll Rand to Introduce Revolutionary Compressed Air and Gas Technology Solutions at ComVac 2015
For more than 140 years, Ingersoll Rand, a global leader in compressed air and gas systems and services, power tools, material handling and fluid...
New Ingersoll Rand Next Generation R-Series 200-250kW Rotary Screw Air Compressors Decrease Energy Costs...
RS200 to RS250kW models available with most efficient airend available today
U.S. 'open for business’ as Obama opens Hannover Messe
President Obama declared the United States "open for business" and delivered strong support for the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP) as part of the opening ceremony of Hannover Messe 2016. The United States is the Partner Country at Hannover Messe for the first time in the 70-year history of the event, and Obama received a warm welcome German chancellor Angela Merkel and from the 3,000 guests at the Hannover Centrum on Sunday, April 24.
M&K Plastik invests in UNTHA shredder for remanufacturing operation
M&K Plastik has invested in an UNTHA RS40 four shaft shredder to transform its recycling operation.
The plastic remanufacturing specialist processes pre-sorted HDPE and PP...