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New preform system delivers speed, performance and energy efficiency

Athena Automation and Sipa utilize efficient servo technology including POWERLINK and openSAFETY to make the XFORM 150 machine system fast, flexible and energy efficient.

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The new units are pitched at the same core use cases but with significant gains across payload, speed, footprint, charging, and safety.

Next Gen AMRs Adapt to Labor Constraints

Speakers at Automate’s Humanoid Robot Forum Tuesday highlighted the realities, considerations, and benefits of deployment in industrial settings.

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