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OnRobot new 3-finger electric gripper

OnRobot new 3-finger electric gripper

OnRobot’s 3FG15 three-finger gripper with a 150mm stroke is a powerful alternative to bulkier and less-flexible three-finger grippers currently on the market - a unique solution

Man, machine or both? The pros and cons of the digital era

Man, machine or both? The pros and cons of the digital era

Fast forward to the year 2030. Is man or machine in charge? Are mom and pop stores history? Is climate change marching forward unhindered? Digitalization creates opportunities, but also raises fears. Hannover Messe's new Transformation Stage addresses both.

Arburg at Plastec West 2020

Arburg at Plastec West 2020

Electric high-end technology, automation and digitalisation: These will be the key topics presented by Arburg at Plastec West 2020 in Anaheim, California/USA, from 11 to 13 February 2020.

Polish innovation at the Wittmann Battenfeld booth

Polish innovation at the Wittmann Battenfeld booth

“Circular Economy” is the motto of the K 2019 and the largest common denominator in the cooperation between Wittmann Battenfeld and Zeroplast. The bio-based natural material is not only recyclable, bio-compatible but is also said to fulfill all the wishes and requirements of industrial customers.

Lanxess is broadening its use of AI in product development

Lanxess is broadening its use of AI in product development

Lanxess has launched a project aimed at expanding its range of prepolymers. The goal is to offer customers tailor-made PUR systems with even shorter lead times, including for entirely new applications with different requirements.