{"id":6203,"date":"2025-03-27T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-03-27T04:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.packagingindustrynews.com\/?p=6203"},"modified":"2025-03-27T00:00:00","modified_gmt":"2025-03-27T04:00:00","slug":"diverse-improvement-embracing-automation-in-packaging-solutions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.packagingindustrynews.com\/?p=6203","title":{"rendered":"Diverse Improvement: Embracing Automation in Packaging Solutions"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div wp_automatic_readability=\"116.10361126867\">\n<p>\n<button id=\"TopBtn\" onclick=\"topFunction()\" title=\"Go to top\">Top<\/button>\n<\/p>\n<link rel=\"preconnect\" href=\"https:\/\/fonts.googleapis.com\"\/>\n<link rel=\"preconnect\" href=\"https:\/\/fonts.gstatic.com\"\/>\n<link href=\"https:\/\/fonts.googleapis.com\/css2?family=Lato:ital,wght@0,700;1,300&amp;display=swap\" rel=\"stylesheet\"\/>\n<!---- This is for embedded images that can be opened in a popup  windows -----><br \/>\n<!---- Begin imageModalBackground --->\n<link href=\"https:\/\/www.packagingstrategies.com\/ext\/resources\/css\/Image-Modals.css\" rel=\"stylesheet\"\/>\n<div id=\"imageModalBackground\" onclick=\"backgroundClick(event);\">\n<p>\n\u2715\n<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- End imageModalBackground. -->\n<link rel=\"stylesheet\" type=\"text\/css\" href=\"https:\/\/www.packagingstrategies.com\/ext\/resources\/css\/PS-articles.css\"\/>\n<style><![CDATA[<![CDATA[<![CDATA[<![CDATA[\n\th3 {\n\t\tfont-family: Lato, Arial, sans-serif; font-weight: bold; font-size: 18px; color: #0072BC; margin: 40px 0 10px 0 !important;\n\t}\n\t\n\t.floatleft {\n\t\tdisplay: inline-block; vertical-align: bottom; padding-bottom: 10px; margin: 10px 10px 20px 0px; float: left; width: 400px;\n\t}\n\t\n\t.floatnone {\n\t\tdisplay: inline-block; vertical-align: bottom; padding-bottom: 10px; margin: 10px 10px 20px 0px; float: none; width: 100%;\n\t}\n\t\n\t.readMoreBtn {\n\t\twidth: 130px; padding: 5px; margin: 0px auto; text-align: center; color: #fff; font-weight: 900; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; border: none; background-color: #0072BC;\n\t}\n\t\n\ta:link,\n\ta:visited,\n\ta:hover,\n\ta:active {\n\t\tborder: none; text-decoration: none;\n\t}\n\t\n\t@media only screen and (max-width: 600px) {\n\t\t.floatleft {\n\t\t\tfloat: none; width: 100%; margin: 10px auto;\n\t\t}\n\t}\n\n]]]]]]]]><![CDATA[><![CDATA[><![CDATA[>]]]]]]><![CDATA[><![CDATA[>]]]]><![CDATA[>]]><\/style>\n<p>The embrace of robotics in packaging makes sense, as the industry continues to strive for error-free and efficient production. Proper use of this emerging technology can streamline all phases of the packaging process, while also assuaging companies\u2019 concerns regarding workforce turnover. Improvements in the robotics field have shown up in a variety of ways.<\/p>\n<p>As an example, <a href=\"#ABB\">ABB<\/a> recently launched AppStudio, a no-code software tool that allows users of all experience levels to create customized robotic interfaces. The new software is said to reduce setup times by 80 percent.<\/p>\n<p>Additionally, <a href=\"#Mantis\">Mantis Robotics<\/a> secured $5 million in new investments for its work with Physical AI, through which the company created adaptive, human-centered robots. The investments will allow Mantis to expand its operations and presence in the market.<\/p>\n<p>Finally, <a href=\"#Rethink\">Rethink Robotics<\/a> unveiled its new line of Rethink Reacher collaborative robots at IMTS last September. The line is highly adaptable, as it can be integrated into diverse workplaces, and it comes with useful accessories like grippers and vision systems.<\/p>\n<p>Learn more about these solutions below.<\/p>\n<hr\/>\n<p><!--- Article 1 ---><\/p>\n<h3>ABB Launches No-Code Software Tool for Customized Robot Programming<\/h3>\n<figure class=\"cap\" wp_automatic_readability=\"1\">\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.packagingstrategies.com\/ext\/resources\/2025\/02\/05\/ABB-robot.png\" alt=\"Female worker using AppStudio with robotic arm in the background.\" class=\"modalImage\" onclick=\"showImageModal(this.src), showCaption('caption2');\"\/><figcaption wp_automatic_readability=\"2\">\n<p><span id=\"caption2\">The new software will help companies deal with a shortage of skilled labor. <em>Courtesy of ABB<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>ABB has launched AppStudio, an intuitive no-code software tool designed to empower users of all experience levels to quickly and easily create customized robotic user interfaces. With intuitive functionality and features including a collaborative cloud-based library enabling users to share application templates, AppStudio will reduce setup times by up to 80 percent.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cA growing shortage of skilled labor requires the further simplification of automation and programming, especially among small and medium size enterprises (SMEs) where complexity is seen as a major barrier to implementing robotic <a href=\"https:\/\/www.packagingstrategies.com\/topics\/3056-automation-controls\" rel=\"noopener noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>automation<\/strong><\/a>,\u201d said Marc Segura, President ABB Robotics Division. \u201cDesigned for novices and experts alike, AppStudio is an exciting addition to ABB\u2019s current software offering. By making it easier to create robot interfaces, it will save users significant time on setup and allow for fast and seamless robot integration across diverse applications.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"clearright\">\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.packagingstrategies.com\/articles\/105393-abb-launches-no-code-software-tool-for-customized-robot-programming\" rel=\"noopener noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><br \/>\n<button class=\"readMoreBtn\">READ MORE<\/button><br \/>\n<\/a>\n<\/p>\n<hr\/>\n<p><!--- Article 2 ---><\/p>\n<h3>Mantis Robotics Secures $5 Million to Redefine Robotics through Physical AI<\/h3>\n<figure class=\"cap\" wp_automatic_readability=\"2\">\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.packagingstrategies.com\/ext\/resources\/2024\/12\/Mantis-Robotics-780x439.jpg\" alt=\"Robot in use for ecommerce fulfillment.\" class=\"modalImage\" onclick=\"showImageModal(this.src), showCaption('caption2');\"\/><figcaption wp_automatic_readability=\"4\">\n<p><span id=\"caption2\">The robots are ideal for use in ecommerce fulfillment, in addition to other areas. <em>Courtesy of Mantis Robotics<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Mantis Robotics, a pioneer in Physical AI for robotic automation, recently announced that it has secured $5 million in new investments led by Emerald Technology Ventures with participation from the Amazon Industrial Innovation Fund. This cash infusion will enable Mantis Robotics to scale its operations, enhance its product portfolio and expand its presence in the rapidly growing industrial robotics market.<\/p>\n<p>Mantis has entered the next frontier in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.packagingstrategies.com\/topics\/2653-robotics\" rel=\"noopener noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>robotics<\/strong><\/a> by creating the first adaptive, human-centered robots. The company makes industrial robotic arms that are inherently safe for human interaction, eliminating the need for costly and complex external safeguards such as fences or laser barriers. Mantis\u2019 technology learns and understands its environment based on sensor data from a proprietary built-in sensor-suite. This enables Mantis Robots to detect obstacles and humans in its direct environment and adjust the robot\u2019s behavior accordingly in real-time, making robot arms safe and autonomous.<\/p>\n<p class=\"clearright\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.packagingstrategies.com\/articles\/105282-mantis-robotics-secures-5-million-to-redefine-robotics-through-physical-ai\" rel=\"noopener noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> <button class=\"readMoreBtn\">READ MORE<\/button> <\/a> <\/p>\n<hr\/>\n<p><!--- Article 3 ---><\/p>\n<h3>Rethink Robotics Unveils New Line of Collaborative Robots at IMTS<\/h3>\n<figure class=\"cap\" wp_automatic_readability=\"1\">\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.packagingstrategies.com\/ext\/resources\/2024\/09\/10\/Rethink-Robotics-Upgrades.png\" alt=\"The Reacher cobot line features seven new models.\" class=\"modalImage\" onclick=\"showImageModal(this.src), showCaption('caption2');\"\/><figcaption wp_automatic_readability=\"2\">\n<p><span id=\"caption2\">The Reacher cobot line features seven new models. <em>Courtesy of Mantis Robotics<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Rethink Robotics recently returned to the market at IMTS, where it unveiled its Rethink Reacher (RE) line of collaborative <a href=\"https:\/\/www.packagingstrategies.com\/topics\/2653-robotics\" rel=\"noopener noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>robots<\/strong><\/a> (cobots). With a long history as a pioneer in advanced technologies and a partner for the industry when it comes to productivity and safety enhancement, Rethink Robotics celebrates its comeback with a renewed company vision, aiming to serve the North American market with better, faster, and stronger products and solutions.<\/p>\n<p>The Reacher cobot line includes seven new cobot models (RE 07, 09, 13, 16, 21, 30, and 30L), handling payloads ranging from 7 to 30 kg (15\u201366 pounds). In addition to the cobots\u2019 improved design, their reliable and robust hardware delivers increased precision, speed and durability, enhancing their capabilities for industrial use, supported by an IP65 rating for use in wet and dusty environments.<\/p>\n<p class=\"clearright\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.packagingstrategies.com\/articles\/104973-rethink-robotics-unveils-new-line-of-collaborative-robots-at-imts\" rel=\"noopener noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> <button class=\"readMoreBtn\">READ MORE<\/button> <\/a> <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.packagingstrategies.com\/articles\/105531-diverse-improvement-embracing-automation-in-packaging-solutions\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Top \u2715 The embrace of robotics in packaging makes sense, as the industry continues to strive for error-free and efficient production. 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