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How Much Does Robotic Automation Cost?

Following suit with the rest of the world, a large majority of manufacturers are turning to robotic automation to increase…

Two yellow FANUC robotic arms operating in an industrial automation setting, assembling components on a production line with green lighting and various machinery in the back

Why Precision Manufacturing is Important for Your Products

When you look at the evolution of products like electronic devices, automobiles, and medical devices, there is a growing trend…

Linear inline track feeding parts to a servo-driven pick-and-place station

Tax Breaks for Automated Machines and Equipment

While the prospect of investing in automated equipment might sound daunting at first, it can become more feasible when you…

Industrial Automation

Calculating the Estimated ROI of Your Automation Project

It is easy to see that automation is on the rise in the post-pandemic era, and operational changes are occurring…

A white table with a blue and white PPE face mask laid diagonally on it with looped strings that attach at the top and bottom and metal trim lining the bottom of the table.

How Automation Can Help Manufacturers Get PPE to Market Faster

From the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic, one of the biggest concerns was the availability of resources. As we’ve grown…

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The Difference Between Robotic Process Automation and Test Automation

Robotic process automation and test automation may seem similar, but there are differences between the two. Learn how the two…

Servo-driven Pick and Place station with a blue part gripped and ready to insert onto a nested part on an indexing dial.

Applications for Pick and Place Robots

In some of today’s sophisticated automated machinery, the experts at Steven Douglas Corp. (SDC) have integrated robotic pick and place…

Allen-Bradley digital screen of the floor map of a factory with digital images of robotic arms and production rate times. This is the PanelView 5310 with various other buttons to press.

How to Improve Lot Traceability in Manufacturing

Lot traceability is the act of tracking and documenting a “lot,” batch, or group of goods that were made during…

A FANUC yellow robot connected to multiple wires operates machinery in a factory setting, showcasing advanced automation in robotic material handling.

Capabilities and Benefits of Robotic Inspection

Inspections are crucial to ensure quality products, yet the need for accurate and reliable inspections can often create bottlenecks in…

Two yellow FANUC robotic arms operating in an industrial automation setting, assembling components on a production line with green lighting and various machinery in the back

Preventative Maintenance for Industrial Robots

It’s crucial to conduct regular preventative maintenance for industrial robots. When industrial robots are properly maintained, they can last for…

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