🤖 Automation Junkie Newsletter Issue #33 🦾

Thanks to industrial automation, we can now accomplish in one hour what used to take a team of workers a full day to mess up!

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Let’s Get Automating

Alright, everybody, listen up! As your fearless leader, I just wanted to tell you all that being an engineer with big ideas in a large corporation is a challenge, but I know you're all up to it. I mean, you're engineers! You're the smartest people in the room, am I right?

Now, I know that getting buy-in from management can be tough, but don't be afraid to speak up and share your ideas. You need to be bold, like a lion. Roar like a lion, everyone! 🦁

And let's not forget about the naysayers who might be resistant to change. Look, they're just scared. They don't have your vision or your creativity. But you do! And if you band together and build a coalition of supporters, you can overcome any obstacle. Play politics folks!

Now, when it comes to resources, I know it can be tough. But remember, necessity is the mother of invention. So get scrappy! Use what you have, borrow from other departments, or maybe even make a deal with Billy Bob in IT. Be creative and don’t take the first no keep you down.

And finally, let's talk about failure. I know it's scary. It's like going down a waterslide blindfolded. But don't be afraid to take risks. Sometimes you have to jump off the diving board before you know how deep the water is. 🤿 But I guarantee that if you keep trying and keep pushing, you'll succeed. And when you do, you'll feel like a rockstar!

So, engineers, I want you to be bold, be brave, and most importantly, be yourselves. Because that's what makes you all amazing. Now let's go out there and change the world! 👊

News of the Day

• Why is it that artists (painters, musicians, writers) are the first under attack by AI powered systems? I can tell you why…cause engineers built AI and those creative types are their arch nemesis that’s why!

• The other day I was thinking about why has vr not gone mainstream with industrial automation? Seems like igus is moving in that direction!

• Have some cash burning a hole in your pocket? No problem! Hop onto this kickstarter campaign. A promise of a perfectly manicured lawn awaits you. They may be overselling their bot…just saying.

Random Video

Any automation video with a “caution can be lethal” in the title must be awesome

You Get a Palletizer, You Get a Palletizer, Nope You Don’t

Okay, listen up everybody! Today, we're talking about something very important - palletizing robots! Now, I know what you're thinking, "what the heck is a palletizing robot?" Well, my friends, let me tell you - it's a machine that can stack and organize products onto pallets for shipping and distribution. Pretty cool, huh?

The key task of these robots is to make sure all the products get stacked onto the pallet in a neat and organized way. And let me tell you, that's not an easy task. It takes some serious skill and precision. Luckily, these robots are up for the challenge!

Now, let's talk about the major components of a palletizing robot. First, there's the robot arm. This thing is responsible for moving products around and making sure they get stacked onto the pallet just right. Then there's the end-of-arm tooling, which is basically like the robot's hands. It's designed to grip and manipulate the products so they end up in the right spot. And last but not least, there's the control software. This bad boy is responsible for making sure all the moving parts work together like a well-oiled machine.

But, let me tell you, implementing one of these robots isn't as easy as it sounds. You've got to choose the right robot for the job, and it's got to be able to handle the weight and size of the products you're working with. And don't even get me started on the end-of-arm tooling. That stuff needs to be just right or else you're going to end up with a big old mess.

And then there's the integration with your existing systems. That's where things can get really tricky. You've got to make sure all the different parts work together seamlessly. It's like trying to fit a square peg into a round hole. But, with a little bit of patience and hard work, you can get it done.

And once you've got that robot up and running, it's important to make sure your people know how to use it. You've got to train your operators and maintenance personnel to keep that thing running smoothly. After all, we don't want any robots running amok in the warehouse, do we?

So, there you have it, folks - a little introduction to palletizing robots. I hope you learned something today. And remember, if you're ever feeling overwhelmed, just take a deep breath and say to yourself, "That's what she said."

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