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ABB Robotics has been selected by Volvo Car Corporation as one of the main suppliers of robots.

With more than 30,000 machine tending robots installed since the 1970’s, ABB’s decades of experience have culminated in an overhauled system of robotic machine tending software designed with the customer’s most common considerations in mind.

Robots will be employed in handling gluing and spot welding applications.

Demos to feature Picking Packing Palletizing solutions, including advanced software, that continue ABB’s mission to make robot systems easier to program and operate

Aston Martin is benefitting from a high quality paint finish, following the introduction of four wall-mounted ABB IRB 5500 robots in the basecoat and clearcoat painting booths.

Pre-engineered configuration is easy to integrate and program; delivering improved productivity, and reduced set-up times and engineering costs

The new model will provide small footprint performance and lower production costs to industries requiring minimal environmental pollutants

Automating cleanroom processes will enable more manufactures to improve productivity, reduce cycle times and decrease manufacturing costs.

“YOBOT” housed in lobby’s glass enclosure provides increased storage security and a unique, high-tech amenity consistent with Yotel brand

Package includes the IRB 120, ABB’s smallest ever robot; the IRC5 Compact Controller; and 50 licenses for RobotStudio simulation software

Global demand for robotics will reach $21.8 billion in 2011. That value is projected to reach $30.1 billion in 2016, after increasing at a five-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.7%.

Base package priced in the range of $35,000, includes ABB robot and compact controller, Fronius power supply and Tregaskiss welding torch

ABB FlexMouldVenter is a cost effective solution that removes the need for pre-vented moulds and can create vents regardless of the mould design

Revolutionary new software merges features of a simulation tool with production software; simplifies programming and reduces installation costs

"Material Handling 21XX" provides an overview of the newest material handling equipment

The latest product introductions from technology leader ABB include two new palletizing robots, three palletizing grippers and an easy-to-use programming software – all designed to make palletizing simpler, faster and more efficient.

Workshop open to qualified metal fabrication personnel; will provide in-depth, hands-on exposure to wide range of robotic laser technology

ABB exhibit (Booth # 160) designed to represent leading production technology across full range of industrial robotic automation applications

Relationship began with the 2010 installation of ABB robots in FVTC robotic training facility; continues ABB plan to establish regional training

Due to the unbearable heat and dangerous environment for manual workers, robots are now the employees of choice for Wanfeng, and are delivering high quality products and an improved working environment.

Collaboration with Bon Jovi RoboScreen® mastermind to accelerate the development of robotic systems for entertainment and in-store advertising

The ABB IRB 2600ID robot with 15kg handling capacity increases productivity, simplifies programming and lowers overall operating costs in materials handling and machine tending applications

FlexPicker robots (IRB 340) have increased productivity, improved efficiency and reduced costs; all while delivering consistent high quality

ABB Ede turned to robots to insert threaded studs into plastic junction boxes; and thereby increasing production output and reducing environmental impact.

ABB to pack FABTECH 2010 booth with 12 metal fabrication robots, and system equipment from all major suppliers, including ABB System Integrator partner exhibits, over 20 ABB robots and robot systems to be featured at FABTECH

ABB raises the bar once again for workpiece positioners used in robotic applications as it introduces nine new and improved models to take on heavier parts and manipulate them with greater accuracy than ever before.

The newly integrated PLC and robot controller offers cost saving, ease of use and powerful performance for robotic production cells

New international industrial automation suppliers directory and industrial robots guide from manufacturing news publisher IndustrialPR.net

When you introduce robotics into a workplace, an assumption is sometimes made that it will cost jobs. Greg Allison of Drake Trailers believes exactly the opposite.

WeldGuide® III, specifically designed for ABB robots, increases productivity and quality of arc welding; whilst reducing waste and re-welding.

IndustrialCOOP launches its new factory automation directory guide with offers from manufacturers of automated systems and controls

The co-op industrial search engine and industry directory IndustrialCOOP.com has launched its new line of automated equipment, controls and robotic systems.