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    Vacuum grippers and other pneumatic technologies are utilized with many robots
    Pneumatics

    Pneumatics a Key Piece of the Automation Puzzle in Packaging Applications

    Advancements in pneumatics continue to make them the motion control technology of choice in automated systems for packaging machinery.
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    Robots and other automation technologies are driving packaging machinery investments
    Technologies

    Technology Investments Driving Growth for Packaging Machinery

    The PMMI 2024 State of the Industry report shows investments in automation and other advanced technologies will lead to sustained growth for the packaging machinery market.
    SMC Corp.
    SMC VBA Series Energy Saving Booster Regulator allows users to increase pressure where needed
    Pneumatics

    A Positive Outlook for Pneumatics Market in 2025

    SMC Corp. is optimistic about the market rebound anticipated in 2025 and continued technological development opportunities for pneumatics.
    Bosch
    Software-Defined Vehicles utilize software for a variety of functions and features
    Sensors & Software

    Software-Defined Vehicles Driving Future Growth Opportunities

    The software-defined vehicle market is expected to grow 34%, bringing with it opportunities for new technological developments.
    Technics Assembly & Test, LLC
    AF Automazione Automated Cylinder Test and Assembly Machine
    Hydraulic Cylinders & Actuators

    Technics Assembly & Test to Produce AF Automazione Automated Assembly and Test Systems

    The automated machines for hydraulic and pneumatic cylinders will allow for more localized support of customers in the U.S. and Canada.
    Alex Shikany, Vice President of Membership & Business Intelligence, (left) and Clarissa Schwendeman, Director of Marketing (right) at A3
    Automation

    Automation has a Bright Future Ahead of It

    New technological developments and use cases will lead to the continued adoption of robotics and other automation solutions for the foreseeable future.
    What is the Future of Hydraulics in Construction Equipment?
    Emerging Technologies

    What is the Future of Hydraulics in Construction Equipment?

    Bobcat’s VP of Global Innovation Joel Honeyman sees both electric and hydraulic actuation playing an important role in the construction industry over the coming years.
    Emerging Technologies

    Electrification and Automation Will Bring Productivity Gains to Construction

    Joel Honeyman of Bobcat discusses how the technologies associated with electrification and automation can help make construction equipment more productive.
    Epiroc
    Epiroc battery-electric mine truck in underground mine
    News

    This Week in Power & Motion: Epiroc Creates Fully Electric Trolley System for Underground Mining

    Epiroc has partnered with ABB and Boliden to create a fully battery-electric trolley truck system for underground mining, NFPA seeks input on AI initiatives, and more industry...