In today’s rapidly evolving manufacturing landscape, factory automation has emerged as a game-changing solution, revolutionizing end-to-end production processes. By harnessing a diverse range of technologies, such as pneumatic systems, hydraulic systems, robotic arms, and the increasingly popular cobots, automation creates sophisticated systems that drive efficiency and productivity beyond today’s levels.
Automation is not limited to physical machinery alone. It also encompasses the digitization of tasks within the machine environment, freeing employees from repetitive and mundane activities while simultaneously enabling the collection of valuable operational data. The implementation of automation brings cost savings to factories while providing invaluable insights for process improvement.
Avnet is invested in exploring the latest advancements in factory automation technology to help our customers realize the benefits. From hardware to software, robots to sensors, and even leveraging cloud environments for information storage, management, and analysis — Avnet offers a comprehensive suite of cutting-edge technologies for factory automation.
Find out the latest tech trends in factory automation and what Avnet is doing to support them at: www.avnet.com/factory-automation
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What’s inside a cobot? Cobots are smaller than an industrial robot, with a lower payload and an emphasis on safety. They can work in the same environment as a human operator but that introduces some limitations. How do you make a cobot that is both safe and useful? We talked to some leading cobot manufacturers, to find out.
Factory automation realizes boost from new technologies Industrial automation is enabled by robust and proven technologies. It adapts slowly to change but makes good use of the technologies it adopts. Productivity gains are the reward. We take a look at the technologies being adopted right now, and the ones coming soon.
How do you make a cobot inherently safe? Cobots are designed to work collaboratively and closely with humans. Safety is a priority, dictating the design and how it is used. Each application will demand a risk assessment which may determine the viability of using a cobot. With that in mind, we take a look at one of the market’s safest cobots.
Common industrial motors and how to drive them Torque, speed, and efficiency are three metrics that need to balance when selecting an industrial motor. You also need to choose the right drive and control method. We take a look at the most commonly used motors, what applications that are best for, and how to use them efficiently.
An interview with a robotic pioneer Q5D just introduced its first 5-axis CNC additive manufacturing robot cell, the CY1000. CTO Chris Elsworthy told Avnet why, what makes it unique, and what he aims to achieve with it.
Optimized solutions for industrial applications Avnet Embedded’s close relationship with leading semiconductor suppliers means its customers are often the first in the market to access the latest technologies. Start your industrial application with an industry-standard module customized to your exact requirements.
Design Hub from Avnet – the fastest way to start your automation project Design Hub is Avnet’s latest innovation. Access the latest industrial automation reference designs from Avnet and its suppliers, free of charge. Customize them online and get to production faster.
How will the metaverse impact manufacturing? Softweb Solutions, an Avnet company, takes a look at how emerging technologies such as AI and IoT are shaping the metaverse, and how this latest development may impact the manufacturing sector.
