Adept Introduces SmartFeed(TM) Technology Innovation At IMTS 2006; Adept to Showcase Products for Non-Fixtured Part Feeding and Multi-Part Sorting.CHICAGO -- Adept Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ NASDAQ in full National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations U.S. market for over-the-counter securities. Established in 1971 by the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD), NASDAQ is an automated quotation system that reports on :ADEP ADEP Association d'Entraide des Polios et Handicapés ADEP Accelerated Degree Evening Program ADEP Accelerator-Driven Energy Production ADEP Avionics Document for Execution & Planning ADEP Automatic Depth Control ), the leading provider of intelligent vision-guided robotics and global robotics services, will unveil its SmartFeed application software for manufacturing automation and robotics at the IMTS IMTS International Manufacturing Technology Show IMTS Improved Mobile Telephone Service IMTS International Machine Tool Show IMTS International Merchandise Trade Statistics IMTS Improved Moving Target Simulator IMTS Information Management Technical Specialist 2006 show, Chicago, IL, September 6-13, in booth B-6270. SmartFeed technology will allow manufacturers to automate a wide range of part feeding and part sorting processes. Considered a major opportunity for cost reduction and operational performance, SmartFeed re-establishes Adept's leadership in advanced vision-guided robot motion-control. The technology will be available as an advanced application package on the Adept SmartController(TM), available for a wide range of networked SCARA, 6-axis articulated and linear cartesian robot mechanisms. The SmartController's multi-brand and multi-generational capabilities allow for both Adept and selected non-Adept robot mechanisms to be upgraded to the SmartFeed technology platform. In addition, Adept will be showcasing the SmartController PLC, performing configuration, initialization in·i·tial·ize tr.v. in·i·tial·ized, in·i·tial·iz·ing, in·i·tial·iz·es Computer Science 1. To set (a starting value of a variable). 2. To prepare (a computer or a printer) for use; boot. 3. and application operations directly from a Rockwell(R) programmable logic controller See PLC. (hardware) Programmable Logic Controller - (PLC) A device used to automate monitoring and control of industrial plant. Can be used stand-alone or in conjunction with a SCADA or other system. , including a fully implemented robot teach pendant pendant or pendent In architecture, a sculpted ornament suspended from a vault or ceiling, especially an elongated boss (carved keystone) at the junction of the intersecting ribs of the fan vaulting associated with the English Perpendicular style. using Allen-Bradley(R) PanelView(TM) products. "Adept products are being used in the most demanding part handling processes at speeds unrealized by our competitors," said Robert Bucher CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. . "With SmartFeed technology, Adept has real part-handling solutions for real manufacturing problems." Adept's modernizing material handling automation technology can be applied to a wide array of industries, such as automotive, consumer products and lab automation. Adept's SmartFeed product portfolio introduction is in alignment with IMTS 2006, with the focus on manufacturing technology to cut production costs and meet the needs of the booming international marketplace. Rockwell(R) and Allen-Bradley(R) are registered trademarks of Rockwell Automation Rockwell Automation NYSE: ROK is an industrial automation company. Its products include Allen-Bradley controls and engineered services and Rockwell Software factory management software. The company headquarters are located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. and are used without permission. Products and services are provided by Adept Technology, Inc., which is in no way connected or associated with Rockwell Automation. About Adept Technology, Inc. Adept Technology, Inc. develops and markets motion control and machine vision software, intelligent vision-guided robotics systems and extensible controls technology on a global basis. The Adept motion and vision controls platform is both multi-brand and multi-generational. The unique universal robot controller is integrated within Adept's portfolio of intelligent assembly and material handling robots and has been extended to other non-Adept automation and robot mechanisms. Adept software, robotics and systems are being used by a variety of industries, including automotive, consumer electronics, consumer goods consumer goods Any tangible commodity purchased by households to satisfy their wants and needs. Consumer goods may be durable or nondurable. Durable goods (e.g., autos, furniture, and appliances) have a significant life span, often defined as three years or more, and , disk drive, food, industrial tooling, medical devices and pharmaceuticals. Adept delivers 24/7 applications engineering and field services worldwide including multi-generational robot and automation system upgrades and evergreen product support. Founded in 1983, Adept Technology is the largest U.S.-based manufacturer of industrial robots. More information is available at www.adept.com. |
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