Freelance Robotics

Freelance Robotics had the privilege of partnering with Southern Stainless a renowned Australian-owned and operated metal fabrication company located in Ormeau, Queensland. This case study delves into their experience with integrating the Universal Robots UR10e, affectionately named Bruno, into their production processes. Read here: https://lnkd.in/gjtwXZbF #UR10e #Cobots #Robots #Manufacturing #Innovation #Future #universalrobots

Many thanks Industrial Robotics for the spotlight. This Innovation Award from UR Partners Connect highlights the advancements made with the Blue Dragon Framework, as we have moved from a prototype to a product over the course of the last four years. A big thankyou to the development and integrator team, as well as Universal Robots Masayuki Mase and ix Lee who have championed our market entry in the world of #cobots for industry. Shoutout to Robotics Australia Group for celebrating with us! Go to the UR+ page for details on the Blue Dragon Framework https://lnkd.in/g5ck-zDe Did you know commercialisation is one of the key areas of work we do at Freelance Robotics? If you are interested in prototypes, custom software, custom hardware, or R&D development then contact us at [email protected]

Our team and Agricultural Robotics is so excited to congratulate Maisa Pereira on her thesis submission. She has delivered outstanding work as a CQUniversity Elevate Scholarship recipient, supported by Freelance Robotics. Her dedication to advancing machine vision capability for fruit sizing in mangoes has resulted in valuable insights for predicting harvest weights and improving crop management. Many thanks to Maisa's supervisor, Professor Kerry Walsh, who has guided the mango postgraduate group at CQUniversity to so many critical developments these past years. Read more at https://lnkd.in/g7QxuqcQ A final shout out to our GM Amanda White PhD who coordinated our company engagaement with the Elevate program through CQU. As a Science & Technology Australia STEM Ambassador, her work here reflects Amanda's belief in the transformative power of STEM education as well as its critical role in shaping a brighter future for all. #mango #agtech #machinevision #CQUni #Elevate #STEM #ATSE #STA

Well done Hort Innovation and the entire team behind the Orion suite. This recognition speaks to the vision and hard work of everyone involved. We look forward to developing these technologies to continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible in agricultural robotics. #Mango #AcceleratingCommercialisation #AgTech

Sparking Innovation: An exploration of Cobot Welding is on tomorrow. Session one has sold out, so book in for the 2:30pm timeslot. Register at https://lnkd.in/g4uuTTv3 Industrial Robotics and William Pagnon be showcasing the Blue Dragon Framework live at this Weld Australia roadshow event, partnering here with the Australian Cobotics Centre and Diverseco.

Universal Robots has announced a major upgrade to its high-payload collaborative robots #cobots, the #UR20 and #UR30, allowing them to handle heavier loads. This enhancement aims to improve productivity and efficiency for existing and new users at no additional cost. The payload capacity has been increased to 25 kg for the UR20 and 35 kg for the UR30 when operating in the top lift position. This increase is particularly beneficial for palletizing tasks and similar applications, making the cobots more versatile for industrial use. Tero Tolonen, Chief Product Officer at Universal Robots, highlighted the company’s commitment to ongoing product development: “Our continuous testing allows us to unlock new features, and we ensure our customers can take advantage of these enhancements immediately. This upgrade enables greater productivity without extra costs, showcasing our drive for innovation.” The update requires no additional hardware purchases. Users can unlock the new capabilities by upgrading to #PolyScope software version 5.19 or later, a process that takes only a few minutes. Cobots shipped within 2024 will already come equipped with the updated software to support the higher payloads. Read more here about the increased payload for UR20 and UR30. https://lnkd.in/gQTfd6dd Enhancing the strength of high-payload cobots will boost throughput and productivity. Take a look at the range of UR today. https://lnkd.in/gfvSJe5u

Join us for a Blue Dragon welding case study brought to you by Weld Australia’s Advanced Manufacturing Industry Network and co-hosted by the Australian Cobotics Centre #ACC. In this webinar, Industrial Robotics is presenting a case study with PTE Hydraulics, who are Australia’s leading hydraulic cylinder and rotary actuator manufacturer. They deployed the world's first Blue Dragon Framework for welding fabrication from an Advance Queensland grant in 2020. It has been in continuous commercial production ever since. In addition to the Blue Dragon Framework, we'll dive into the latest innovations in welding automation and how collaborative robots (cobots) are revolutionizing fabrication processes.  Date: 1 October 2024  Time: 10:00 – 12:00  Platform: MS Teams    Here’s a sneak peek at what you’ll hear about: - Case studies highlighting significant productivity boosts in welding tasks after implementing cobots. - Cutting-edge applications of welding and joint preparation using cobots. Insights from Australian industry on how cobots are reshaping the future of welding. - Best practices for managing weld fumes with automated systems. - Q&A session covering the decision-making and financial aspects of investing in cobots for welding. This is a must-attend for anyone in the welding and manufacturing sectors looking to stay ahead with innovative, productivity-enhancing solutions. ________________ Join the meeting < https://lnkd.in/g_6wQ3HX > Meeting ID: 474 182 697 775 Passcode: fvrwk3 ________________ I look forward to seeing you there! But if you cannot make the webinar, we have a live demonstration on October 16 at BOC Rocklea. https://lnkd.in/gepBstb9

This RUOK Day, on Thursday Sept 12, take a moment to reach out to friends, family, or colleagues. Ask them, “Are you okay?” but remember, it’s not just about asking the question, but also about being present and attentive to their response. Find out more at https://lnkd.in/gyEPPVkJ #JoinRUOKDay #RUOK

🚀 Exciting Times Ahead with Everhard Industries & Industrial Robotics at Inside Advanced Manufacturing 2024! 🚀 Our team has deployed the IRB 8700 - the largest ABB industrial robot in Australia - into production. Come see it live at Everhard Industries during the September IAM2024 event 🦾🤖 To register, visit https://lnkd.in/gNBkrfFq From September 2-13, the Department of Regional Development, Manufacturing and Water supports leading manufacturers to open their doors, revealing cutting-edge techniques and technologies. This statewide event is a golden opportunity for professionals to see local real world advancements and understand Queensland is shaping the future of manufacturing. 🔹 What to Expect: Everhard Industries: Witness the largest ABB industrial robot in action, demonstrating how advanced robotics can revolutionise efficiency. 📅 Tours: Everhard Industries: September 4 & 12 Location: 454 Newman Road, Geebung 4034 Explore, learn, and network with the best in the industry. Let’s drive the future of manufacturing together! 🌟 #InsideAdvancedManufacturing #IndustrialRobotics Sergio Ferrazzini Landgraf William Pagnon #ManufacturingInnovation #AdvancedManufacturing #Robotics #Industry4 #QueenslandManufacturing #IAM2024

Our project with CQUniversity “Unmanned Ground Vehicle Enabled Fruit Yield Prediction and Autonomous Harvesting” was successful in Round 3 of the Australian Government Department of Education's National Industry PhD Program. We will be partnering with Dr Zhenglin Wang and the team at the Institute for Future Farming Systems on this exciting initiative. We are grateful for this opportunity to develop #UGV robotics in Australian agriculture as, out of 143 applications submitted across a variety of research fields in this Round, only 48 research projects were awarded funding: - 21 Industry Linked projects - 27 Industry Researcher projects You can read about all the successful projects by downloading the full list here https://lnkd.in/gpAFZ7RE The National Industry PhD Program is designed to support PhD candidates in undertaking industry-focused research projects. This program aims to equip researchers with the knowledge and skills necessary to translate university research into commercial outcomes effectively. Our project aims to integrate use of unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) technology into both orchard imaging and harvesting technologies, with implementation of additional sensors and AI-driven computing, and to develop new capabilities in data harvesting and interpretation, e.g., in the creation of yield maps from harvester data. Through the automation of data collection and analysis tasks using UGVs, AI-driven computing, and cloud-based web app, the goal of this project is to provide usable tools to growers to optimize farming practices, improve resource allocation, and enhance crop yield and quality, by supporting informed decisions in a timely manner. We look forward to contributing to the advancement of technology in agriculture through this innovative commercialization activity. As the Science & Technology Australia TEM Ambassador for Bowen, our GM Amanda White PhD is particularly excited to see her work roles coming together. Thank you to the Department of Education and Central Queensland University for working to deliver an incredible opportunity to build an even better outcome for Australian growers.