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The European manufacturing industry is increasingly recognising the potential of humanoid robots, particularly as the region faces growing labour shortages. From Schaeffler’s global deployment plans to logistics trials at Siemens and pilot projects at BMW, manufacturers are beginning to assess how quickly the technology can be introduced into production. Tool and mould makers face similar recruitment challenges and are also exploring possible applications.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has moved well beyond the buzzword stage, and the tool and mould making industry is no exception. With the global AI market projected to grow at a steep pace through the next decade, manufacturers are increasingly weaving AI-powered solutions into core production workflows and CAD/CAM is where much of that transformation is now visible. Major players such as Siemens, Mastercam and Open Mind Technologies have all incorporated AI-powered solutions directly into their platforms.

AI-based technologies such as Machine Learning and Deep Learning are transforming the way manufacturers are looking to solve their quality control problems for their respective parts or moulds. In fact, the Deep Learning technology is gaining attention from across the industry due to its numerous advantages. Read on to know more…

With changing times, there is a need for more advanced and convenient solutions for the global machine and machine tool industry. Here, one innovation that is breaking ground is Umati.

EMO Hannover made headlines - with over 2,200 exhibitors and a premiere as the event witnessed a live demonstration of the universal machine tool interface – umati.

Pressure, temperature, chemical and IR (infrared) sensors are some of the most popular sensors used across various different industries today. The benefits each of these sensors offer are unique and prove advantageous for their respective sectors.

The European launch of the Field system, a new IIoT platform, was carried out by Fanuc at the recently concluded EMO Hannover exhibition in Germany.