At the Automate Show 2026, we caught up with Destaco global product director Gary Labadie to chat about end-effecting technologies. Labadie detailed the Destaco Palletizing Solutions (DPS) bag gripper. It’s available in multiple sizes for 15, 30, and 50-kg bag sizes. What’s unique is that it’s a kit … so Destaco can sell it fully […]
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Allient to present motion products at Automate 2026
Allient Inc. will present its motion control and automation technologies at Automate 2026, which will take place June 22-25 at McCormick Place in Chicago. The company will exhibit at Booth #1557 and is offering meetings during the event by appointment. At the show, Allient will highlight motion products for robotics and automation, servo drives and […]
Software, Stäubli, and Beckhoff technologies form a new CNC solution
Machine-tool provider CNC Solutions found that traditional teach-in methods, effective for simple pick-and-place tasks, could not handle the complexity of today’s CNC-class workloads. Milling, sanding, and laser or plasma cutting need managing millions of motion points, far beyond the capacity of manual teaching. For these processes, computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) is essential. Over the decades, CNC […]
RBTX launches direct online purchasing platform
The RBTX robotics marketplace has launched new e-commerce functionality that lets customers purchase components, robots and services directly through the company’s website. The update supports a self-serve purchasing model, so customers can buy without a sales consultation. Customers can complete the process online with transparent pricing and secure credit card checkout. The new shopping experience […]
Update on robotics-related motion software, vision, and safety
In two previous articles, we detailed example integrations of motion control and robotics as well as peripheral motion systems that complement robotics. Robot-related software today offers cross-compatibilities to take mechanical concepts into validated robotic motions and deployable control code. To begin work, robot-controller simulation and programming defines joint and cartesian trajectories, kinematics, motions, singularity handling, […]
The motors and gearing of different robotics
Industrial six-axis robotics often integrate frameless motors at their axes. Over the last decade, permanent-magnet brushless servomotors have come to dominate. Increasingly common in six-axis robotic assemblies are frameless and direct-drive variations. A high motor pole count (with strain-wave gearing) yields high torque output and low cogging. Often completing such assemblies are an absolute encoder […]
Example integrations of motion control and robotics
Garnering much attention these days are industrial robotics and their integration of motion components and incorporation into workcells with other motion-based automated equipment. Such robotic workcells also feature conveyors, vision systems, and machines to automate specific tasks. So, what makes a motion system a robot or machine? In other words, what’s the distinction between motion […]
Using motion controls in autonomous robotics
A new autonomous mobile robot (AMR) employs a precision controller-drive to accurately mark construction sites with building details. By Chuck Lewin • CEO | Performance Motion Devices The construction industry is under pressure. Labor shortages, rising material costs, and demand for speed and precision are pushing builders to seek automated solutions that boost efficiency, safety, […]
Renishaw RCS products for industrial automation, rugged encoders featured at Automate 2025
Industrial automation is increasingly playing a significant role across multiple sectors, as robotics, control systems and flexible lines are used to automate manufacturing processes. Building on its existing expertise and technologies for industrial metrology applications, Renishaw’s new RCS product line aims to transform the process of commissioning and servicing industrial automation technologies. These products supplement […]
Partnering for success in developing robotic solutions
To turn a motion concept for a robotics application into reality, dedicated engineering expertise can be invaluable. Antonio Herrera Global Strategic Marketing – Surgical and Industrial Robotics Portescap Robotics is among the fastest growing technologies today, transforming a multitude of segments in consumer, industrial and commercial applications. The increasing use of robotics is enhancing efficiency, […]
