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How Robots are Used in Sandblasting

Robotic Sandblasting, also known as abrasive blasting, is a surface treatment process that sprays abrasive particles under high pressure against a surface. It leverages the abrasive nature of different blasting media to smooth, shape or clean a surface. This is commonly used in the manufacturing industry for cleaning metal parts, removing rust and paint, etching glass and creating textures on surfaces.

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Applications of Robotic Automation in the Manufacturing Industry

Industrial robotics offers many benefits including cost savings, consistency, accuracy, efficiency and safety. Since its inception, the manufacturing industry has been revolutionised. Augmentus aims to increase the accessibility to this revolutionary technology to more companies and impact more processes.

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Augmentus 2022 In Review

Augmentus had a fantastic year in 2022. We tackled new projects, strengthened our relationships with our clients and partners and achieved industry-renowned awards. Here’s our year in review.

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The History of Robotic Arms

The use of the term “robot” was avoided in the early days of the invention of the robotic arm. It was simply because there was an unreal, almost movie-like connotation surrounding it.

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Robotics and Unemployment: A Double-Edged Sword

Robotics has undoubtedly penetrated many industries in recent years. However, online sources provide conflicting information on whether this has caused job creation or destruction. Robotics causing unemployment has been increasingly addressed as more workers are found to be displaced from their jobs.

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Industrial Automation for Spraying and Shot Peening

Spraying and shot peening are processes used to increase the life span of metal parts in machinery. This procedure is commonly used in the aerospace and marine industry where metal structures need to cope with harsh environmental conditions. As companies try to maximise profits, industrial automation for spraying and shot peening that helps minimise repair costs have gained popularity.

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Automating Sanding and Polishing Processes Using Industrial Robots

Sanding and polishing applications are used commonly in many manufacturing processes, including those in the automotive and aerospace industries. As technology improves, companies are looking to automate robots and integrate them within their processes.

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3 Ways to Program Industrial and Collaborative Robots

All robots require specific programming that may seem daunting, especially for someone without a tech background.

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Top 3 Types of Robots Used In The Supply Chain Industry

Due to COVID-19, social distancing has become the new normal. In many countries, lockdowns have been imposed. As more people stay at home and shop online, there is an increase in demand for e-commerce.

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Industrial Robots Integration: Top 3 Challenges

More companies around the world are adopting robot systems and automating their processes. According to the International Federation of Robotics (IFR), the World Robotics 2020 Industrial Robots report shows a record of 2.7 million industrial robots operating in factories around the world – an increase of 12% from 2019.

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How Have Robots Helped Us During Covid-19?

In the early stages of Covid-19, many countries were not well equipped to combat the virus. Besides the existing work medical staff had, they also had to cope with the pandemic, which placed them at a higher risk due to increased exposure. Hence, the medical industry began to turn to robots as an alternative solution.

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Robots in Automotive Factories: What Worked and What Didn’t – Part 3

Automotive factories have long been using robots. As car companies progress towards automation, they are increasingly relying on robots, especially collaborative robots (cobots), to improve their productivity.

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Robots in Automotive Factories: What Worked and What Didn’t – Part 2

Robots are deployed in automotive manufacturing for various applications, including heavy lifting, welding, robotic vision, and many more. Yet, how much of the automation worked?