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A new era of automation is beginning. Rising complexity, labor shortages and sustainability goals demand solutions that are intelligent, connected and simple to implement.   At KUKA Group, we define this vision as Automation 2.0. It brings together industrial automation, logistics and healthcare with software, AI and digital technologies – creating end-to-end solutions for modern value chains on the way to adapt Physical AI in real world environments.   Together with KUKA, Swisslog, Swisslog Healthcare, Device Insight and Visual Components, we help customers in planning, simulating, automating and improving workflows across manufacturing, logistics and healthcare.   Learn more about Automation 2.0: https://lnkd.in/ekrZnn6A

Cel de-al 3-lea eveniment KUKA RoboTrip 2026 a avut loc astăzi la Cluj, reunind profesioniști din industria automatizării în jurul celor mai noi tehnologii, soluții și tendințe din domeniu. Alături de colegii mei Alexandru Croitoru și Stefan-Alexandru Macsiniuc, am avut oportunitatea de a reprezenta Festo România și de a prezenta perspectiva noastră asupra conceptului de End-of-Arm și a portofoliului #Festo bazat pe #SeamlessConnectivity. Pentru noi, End-of-Arm înseamnă mult mai mult decât gripperul aflat la capătul robotului. Înseamnă conectarea tuturor tehnologiilor și componentelor necesare în jurul robotului — de la grippere și actuatoare electrice sau pneumatice, la vacuum, insule de ventile, prepararea aerului și multe altele — într-o soluție de automatizare coerentă și conectată. Mulțumim KUKA pentru organizarea unei noi ediții a unui eveniment orientat către inovație și către schimbul real de experiență. Un mare mulțumesc și gazdelor noastre, INNO Robotics. Povestea lor este o sursă de inspirație și demonstrează că filosofia din spatele motto-ului lor — „Inovația nu are limite” — funcționează atunci când cei mai buni integratori și furnizori de soluții de automatizare lucrează împreună. Mulțumim, de asemenea, tuturor participanților pentru interesul acordat celor mai noi tendințe din automatizare, pentru întrebări și pentru discuțiile deschise și constructive. Astfel de întâlniri sunt valoroase prin schimbul de idei, experiență și perspective asupra viitorului automatizării. Continuăm săptămâna viitoare, la Brașov, cu următoarea sesiune KUKA RoboTrip 🚀 #KUKARoboTrip #Festo #FestoRomania #SeamlessConnectivity #EndOfArm #EOA #Robotics #Automation #IndustrialAutomation #SmartAutomation #Innovation #Cluj #Brasov

See you at the Canalys Forum EMEA 2026 in Barcelona! As AI moves beyond screens and into the physical world, the boundaries between AI, IT and industrial automation are evolving. For KUKA Group, this is a natural evolution of automation, building on the strong foundation of industrial automation and combining robotics, autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), software, AI and digital platforms to enable machines to operate more intelligently in the real world. At Canalys Forum EMEA 2026, Christoph Schell and Robin Kaufmann will share KUKA Groups perspective on how AI is moving from the digital into the physical world and the opportunities this creates for intelligent automation across industries. See you there!

When a medical device moves from prototype to global commercialization, the value of an established platform often becomes much clearer. With the LBR Med, MedTech companies are not starting with a new technology looking for its first applications. They are building on a robotic platform that has accumulated years of experience in real medical environments and is backed by a global organization. Technical specifications remain important. But as products mature and deployments grow, factors such as long-term availability, field-proven performance, worldwide support, and the ability to scale internationally become just as critical. Medical device manufacturers make decisions that need to hold up not only during development, but throughout the entire lifecycle of their products. This is where experience matters. For more than 25 years, KUKA has been supporting customers in the medical technology sector. That experience, combined with global service capabilities and long-term partnership, helps MedTech innovators focus on what matters most: bringing reliable medical solutions to market and scaling them with confidence. We are very proud of that!   #KUKA #MedTech #MedicalRobotics #RoboticPlatform

Save the date 12- 14 October – Amsterdam Building smarter starts with modular construction. Combining off-site manufacturing with intelligent automation enables faster delivery, consistent quality, and a lower environmental footprint. KUKA's automated production solutions help manufacturers achieve flexible, scalable, and cost-efficient modular building production. With proven expertise and full project support, KUKA guides customers from design and planning through successful realization.   If you're interested in KUKA’s automation solutions for modular building, please reach out to Simon Engel or explore more information here: https://lnkd.in/dKuBn73b

What if you could optimize your welding process before production even begins? That's exactly what a Digital Twin makes possible. By creating a virtual representation of a #RoboticWelding cell, manufacturers can simulate, validate and optimize processes before implementation, helping accelerate deployment and make #WeldingAutomation projects more predictable. HASE adopted this approach to build a flexible, future-ready welding solution capable of supporting future products without disrupting production. Because successful automation doesn't start with the first weld. It starts with the right planning. 👉 Learn how Digital Twin technology is transforming manufacturing: https://lnkd.in/e9C-ZnUV #DigitalTwin #WeldingAutomation #IndustrialAutomation #MetalIndustry

Turning the virtual factory into a foundation for the physical one. With FactoryLens, Visual Components is taking another step toward bringing digital and physical automation closer together. By combining manufacturing simulation with NVIDIA Omniverse and OpenUSD, FactoryLens shows what Automation 2.0 is about: connecting technologies and expertise to turn digital intelligence into real-world impact. Proud to see this collaboration with NVIDIA moving forward!  #KUKAGroup #Automation20 #PhysicalAI #DigitalTwins #NVIDIA #IndustrialAutomation

A robot’s life doesn’t end after installation – and neither does our support. From planning and simulation to upgrades and refurbishment, KUKA accompanies your automation system through every stage of its life cycle. Our tailored services cover all four phases: Plan & Select – Supporting your decisions with simulations, feasibility studies and test setups. Set-up & Program – Ensuring smooth installation and programming. Operate & Maintain – Delivering maintenance and optimization with global 24/7 availability. Upgrade & Refurbish – Extending performance with retrofit and modernization solutions. With certified service specialists, manufacturer-level expertise and more than 70 service locations worldwide, we help you keep your systems productive and future-ready. Explore the complete KUKA Service Portfolio: https://lnkd.in/egDD4p2b

Looks familiar... 👀 Inspired by our KR AGILUS, this robotic arm was designed and built from scratch - from CAD and 3D printing to kinematics and a custom control interface. Impressive work! Mateo Cabay keep us posted on what comes next!

Why do packaging automation projects fail before they deliver real value? Often, it’s not the technology itself. Problems start much earlier: with the wrong process, unrealistic expectations or too much complexity from day one. Our carousel looks at five common reasons why packaging automation projects struggle – and what to consider before getting started. The key takeaway? You don’t need to automate everything at once. A clearly defined first application can be the better way to learn, prove value and build from there. Wondering where automation makes sense in your packaging process? Take our Automation Readiness Test and get an initial recommendation for your application in just a few clicks. 👉 https://lnkd.in/d4WAWmUR