Robotic Palletizing System Tackles Labor Shortages at Magic Valley Produce

Robotic Palletizing System Tackles Labor Shortages at Magic Valley Produce

Modernizing Idaho Agriculture Did you know that Idaho is not only famous for its stunning landscapes but also for being the nation’s leading potato producer? In the heart of this potato paradise, Magic Valley Produce has been producing and packaging prime potatoes for generations. Dean Gibson, co-owner and controller of Magic Valley Produce, says, “One […]

What is a Cobot (Collaborative Robot)? Features, Benefits, and How to Choose the Right Cobot

What is a Cobot

Cobots (Collaborative Robots) are a type of robot designed to work alongside humans in shared work environments. Unlike traditional industrial robots, cobots can safely and efficiently collaborate with humans without requiring protective barriers. So, what are cobots, and how have they developed? Let’s explore the history, types, and applications of cobots in various industries. What […]

Edge Computing: What it is, Benefits, and How it Compares to Cloud

What Is Edge Computing?

Edge Computing is transforming the way businesses process data by decentralizing computing and bringing processing closer to where data is created—at the “edge” of the network. Instead of relying solely on centralized cloud servers, edge computing technology enables real-time data analysis and decision-making, reducing latency and improving performance. This article will guide you through key […]

What is an Intercom System? Types, Features, and Applications

Intercom system

The intercom system, also known as an internal communication system, is an optimal solution for facilitating fast communication between different areas within a building or large space. With technological advancements, intercom systems have evolved beyond simple audio transmission to include video capabilities, access control, and security support. Let’s explore the details of intercom systems and […]

UR10 Robots Revolutionize the Painting Process

UR10 Robots Revolutionize the Painting Process

In Short We started with two robots, but we also have other platforms where we need to implement them because we believe robots and digitization – that’s the future Rene Damgaard Hansen, CEO of Brandt A/S The business transformation: When Brandt A/S began its journey more than six decades ago, it specialized in car painting. […]

Oil Giant Improves Cybersecurity, Lowers Manpower Costs

Oil Giant Improves Cybersecurity, Lowers Manpower Costs

Challenge To reduce cybersecurity risks and lower business costs, a major oil and gas producer needed a comprehensive system for gathering data from thousands of control devices spanning six oil fields in California Solutions Proprietary Logix code, which continuously interrogates and monitors process control network (PCN) assets FactoryTalk View SE HMI software provides insight into […]

A ‘Big 3’ auto manufacturer increases paint-shop production by 53%

ProSoft Technology’s wireless solutions

An overhead monorail system transports car body carriers around a loop that travels through the 100-meter-long paint-shop building. At the paint-shop loading station at one end of the process line, car bodies are loaded onto these mobile carriers, lifted eight meters off the floor, and attached to an overhead monorail system. The carriers run above […]

UR20 Frees Up Employees from Unergonomic Palletizing Tasks at Ornua

UR20 Frees Up Employees from Unergonomic Palletizing Tasks at Ornua 4

We looked at palletizing as the first area to explore automation due to the number of human resources needed. If we can automate that task, then those resources can be used elsewhere. There’s the health and safety aspect as well Jack Cotton, Continuous Improvement Lead at Ornua The need for automation in industry is clear, […]

Success story: Elimination of de-parameterization and de-programming with the SPD’s Sinetamer cascade application.

How Sinetamer Solved Rey Leche’s Packaging Line Downtime

The company and the challenge Rey Leche is the trademark of the ReyLacteos dairy factory chain belonging to the REYBANPAC CA group, which has its main headquarters in the city of Guayaquil. REY LECHE in the Tetrapack packaging line has presented a series of problems, with an average of 2 stops per week. In July 2019, […]

Hopak Machinery Implements Smart Solutions to Develop Intelligent Packaging Machine

Hopak Machinery Implements Smart Solutions to Develop Intelligent Packaging Machine

Challenge Significant space requirements – traditional packing machines are limited by hardware Increased costs Lack of data collection and integration platforms, failing to provide data for equipment operation and production Solution iTRAK® intelligent track systems Emulate3D™ FactoryTalk® Optix™ Result One automated packaging production line to package three different arrangements of products Estimated 80% reduction of downtime […]