Volker Maennle

Our hands are the extension of thought –   designed to transform intention into action. They allow us to grasp, build, and create.    What’s essential to us, is equally important to robots.    Recognizing this importance, Handelsblatt recently covered the latest breakthroughs in robotic manipulation - and highlighted our Agile Hand as a key technological milestone in the field.   In the interview, I shared how real physical data is the key to advancing robotic dexterity, enabling more precise, adaptable, and human-like manipulation. Learning is key - just as it is for us humans. With reinforcement and imitation learning, our Agile Hand masters complex tasks, adjusts to changing environments, and gets smarter with every challenge. Thank you, Axel Höpner, for the pleasant exchange and the interesting article.    If you would like to read the full story, click on the link in the comments.    #AgileRobots #AI #Robotics #Innovation #Handelsblatt

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#Smart #Automation in Action by Gizelis Robotics SA & Alliance Automation, LLC Today we’re proud to showcase our latest robotic solution: Mixed Depalletizing with #AMR Integration. In this demo, you can see how our #robotic arm equipped with advanced vision and AI identifies and picks products from a mixed-SKU pallet, while the AMR takes over the intralogistics, ensuring a seamless, dynamic flow of goods within the facility. SKU flexibility Full 24/7 autonomy Vision-guided picking Real-time coordination between robot & AMR Ideal for high-mix, high-speed environments This is the future of warehouse automation where robotics and mobile platforms work together to maximize efficiency, accuracy, and adaptability. #AllianceAutomation #robotics #automation #depalletizing #AMR #intralogistics #smartfactory #visionAI #warehousing #GizelisRobotics #industrialautomation #flexiblesolutions #futureofwork #gizelisrobotics

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🔧 Automation made even easier – with iiQKA.mxAutomation and SRCI 🤖 📍 Now listed on the official PNO Vendor Map: KUKA is officially represented on the PNO Vendor Map, where all iiQKA.mxAutomation functions can be clearly matched with the specific requirements of your application. This brings even more transparency and standardization to industrial automation. KUKA has expanded its software interface iiQKA.mxAutomation by integrating the industry standard SRCI, in close collaboration with Siemens. This marks a major step toward more flexible and user-friendly robot integration in complex production environments. ✅ Standardized integration: SRCI enables robots from different manufacturers to be seamlessly integrated into PLC environments – regardless of the robot or PLC brand. ✅ "Easy to use": With intuitive operation and compatibility with the new KR C5 controller for iiQKA.OS2, automation becomes accessible even without deep programming knowledge. ✅ Future-ready: The SRCI extension will be available starting Q3/2025, helping companies implement modern production solutions quickly and cost-effectively. A great example of successful collaboration and technological progress – driving smarter automation forward. KUKA PROFIBUS & PROFINET International (PI) #iiQKA #mxAutomation #SRCI #Siemens #Industry40 #Automation #Robotics #KR_C5 #PLC #SmartFactory #EasyToUse #PNO #VendorMap

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🚀 The future of manufacturing starts with data – but doesn’t end there. Everyone talks about AI in production, but without a solid data foundation, it’s just a buzzword. That’s why we need: Structure over randomness. 🛠️ The path to a smart factory in 8 steps: 1️⃣ Connect 2️⃣ Collect 3️⃣ Store 4️⃣ Analyze 5️⃣ Visualize 6️⃣ Find Patterns 7️⃣ Report 8️⃣ Solve 👉 Only those who truly understand what’s happening can optimize and automate effectively. 📚 This is exactly what we teach in our courses at @Grollmus – hands-on, clear, and directly applicable. From edge to cloud – using OPC UA, MQTT, UNS & more – always with the goal: real insights instead of data silos. 📊 What’s your roadmap to data-driven manufacturing? #SmartFactory #DataStrategy #Industry40 #AIinManufacturing #DigitalTransformation #Grollmus

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“Don’t start with the robot. Start with the problem.”    In my conversation with Winn Hardin back in May at Automate, we talked about how fast automation is evolving and what manufacturers should prioritize over the next three years. My advice:  1) Define the problem  2) Look for standard solutions  3) Prioritize platforms that scale There’s so much innovation in the market right now. The smartest automation strategy isn’t about custom design - it’s about speed, repeatability, and ROI.

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