ODENSE, Denmark—Universal Robots has incorporated the Standard Robot Command Interface (SRCI) into its software. This integration will enable the company to offer direct control of its collaborative robot arms from Siemens PLCs. Universal Robots is one of the first collaborative robot vendors to adopt the SRCI.
PARIS, France—Airbus UpNext has started testing new technologies to support automatic taxiing and enhance pilot assistance onboard an innovative electric truck. The three-year research project, called Optimate, will combine a wide range of cutting-edge technologies including advanced automation, computer vision, data fusion and machine learning to improve aircraft navigation systems, the human-machine interface and overall flight safety.
The expansion will support the production of Rivian’s midsized SUV, the R2.
May 22, 2024
NORMAL, IL—Electric vehicle manufacturer Rivian plans to increase the capacity of its assembly plant here to produce its midsized SUV, the R2. The company has secured an $827 million incentive package from the Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity to support the expansion.
The new facility will support manufacturing the roof for the Ford Bronco.
May 21, 2024
HUNTINGTON, IN—Japanese automotive composites manufacturer Teijin has opened a new topcoat and assembly facility here. The 164,000 square-foot space is an expansion of the company’s existing Huntington site and will be used to support manufacturing the modular painted roof for the Ford Bronco.
Integrating generative artificial intelligence with digital twin technology will transform the manufacturing industry, according to a recent report by Info-Tech Research Group.
Loss could hurt union's efforts to organize Southern auto plants.
May 20, 2024
VANCE, AL—Workers at two Mercedes-Benz factories in central Alabama voted against allowing the United Auto Workers to represent them, a blow to the union’s campaign to gain ground in the South, where it has traditionally been weak.
GRAND RAPIDS, MI—Michigan-based company HG Automation recently acquired Treva Automation, a leader in the design and integration of automated solutions. Treva Automation, which was founded in 2008, has established itself as a key player in the controls applications, mechanical design, software development, and integration services space. The company is headquartered in Lake Orion, Michigan.
Automation and robotics are crucial to the future of the automotive industry, claims a recent study conducted by ABB Robotics and Automotive Manufacturing Solutions (AMS).