How Can Automation Create Jobs?

Most conversations about automation and jobs tend to be surrounded with gloom and doom. A quick Google search of the topic will result in a plethora of articles lamenting how our soon-to-be evil robot overlords will cause mass unemployment. We’ve definitely seen how automation reduces the number of jobs in a specific field – especially… Read more »

The Perks of Robots in the Workplace

Imagine a world where your coworker isn’t human. There’s no “Good morning Bob.”, no “How was traffic?”, and no “My, what wonderful weather we’re having!”. You don’t have to put a name to a face or maintain a good working relationship because your coworker is a machine. Robots in the workplace is the new reality…. Read more »

Why Do Indramat Motors Last So Long?

Indramat motors come with a reputation for being incredibly reliable and long-lasting while requiring very little maintenance. In fact, people often take these low maintenance servos for granted, forgetting that they’re even there until 30 or 40 years after installation when they need a little attention. Even then, a factory repair or factory reman can… Read more »

Why DIY Won’t Save Money on Industrial Servo Repairs

There are three main reasons why people make their own repairs. Some people enjoy tinkering and and problem solving, and DIY repair is a fun hobby. Some make DIY repairs because they want to leave their mark and add character to whatever they’re repairing. Do it yourself repair can save money and reduce waste. Thanks… Read more »

3 Reasons To Stick With Your Legacy System

You’re not supposed to own a smartphone that’s 3 years old and a couple of generations behind the latest and greatest model. You’re supposed to want a new one even though that phone still allows you to makes phone calls, check your email, and browse social media. You should feel ashamed when your outdated ringtone… Read more »

Hacking Isn’t Always A Bad Thing

For most people, hacking is a bad thing. Hacking is a violent motion done with an axe, or a malicious attack on your electronic devices and computers. When people think of hacking, they imagine zeroed-out bank accounts, stolen identities, and breaches of national security. As manufacturing continues to move towards automation and the Internet of… Read more »

When Robots Get Better with Age

Some things get better with age. Time can add complexity to the taste of a good wine. Friendships can become lifelong bonds as the years go by. Even your favorite book can gain new meaning and importance as you get older. Generally speaking, though, robots do not get better with age. While some things improve… Read more »

Do Manufacturers Need to Worry About Cyber Security?

The Industrial Internet of Things is a fundamental part of Industry 4.0. Connected devices, machines, and robots are going to push the boundaries of manufacturing, and change industry as we know it. Instead of cranking out as much product as possible — or basing production on educated guesses — manufacturers will use data to make… Read more »

Engineers Look to Nip Industrial Robot Errors In the Bud

When industrial robots work like they should, they are perfect. They work harder than humans, they’re more affordable than people, and most importantly, they don’t make mistakes. When there’s a problem with the machinery that goes unnoticed, however, industrial robots can botch tasks, or worse, break. Defective products are bad enough, but downtime is a… Read more »

How Our Relationship With Robots Is Changing

National Robotics Week is a time to celebrate the accomplishments that have been made in the field of robotics, but it’s also a time to educate people about robots, and encourage young people to pursue careers that will advance robotics in the future. It’s interesting to think about mankind’s past relationship with robots, as well… Read more »