Viam and KUKA have announced a groundbreaking partnership that will revolutionize digital solutions in robotics and automation. The collaboration will debut at KUKA Connexions 2024, showcasing a new Viam driver for KUKA robotic arms. This driver offers advanced control and automation features, such as intuitive programming interfaces and real-time data analytics, marking a significant advancement in smart automation for manufacturing and industrial sectors.
The partnership between Viam and KUKA comes at a time when automation and digital transformation are at the forefront of industrial innovation. By combining Viam’s expertise in machine interoperability, code deployment, and data analytics with KUKA’s leading robotic arm technology, the partnership aims to provide automation experts and systems integrators with a powerful solution to enhance their customers’ competitiveness.
Business leaders are increasingly turning to smart automation initiatives to drive efficiency and productivity gains. According to McKinsey & Co, these initiatives can result in significant increases in throughput, labor productivity, and machine uptime, as well as improvements in forecasting accuracy. The partnership between Viam and KUKA is poised to help manufacturers, innovation teams, and machine operators achieve these benefits and more.
At the upcoming KUKA Connexions 2024 conference, attendees will have the opportunity to experience the new Viam driver for KUKA robotic arms firsthand. This driver offers a range of advanced features, including intuitive programming interfaces, real-time data analytics, integrated machine learning pipelines, and seamless IoT device integration. By making these capabilities accessible through the Viam Modular Registry, Viam and KUKA are paving the way for a new era of smart automation.
Both Viam and KUKA are excited about the possibilities this partnership presents. Pjeter Lulgjuraj, Sales & Marketing Operations Manager, USA at KUKA, expressed enthusiasm for the collaboration, highlighting the increased adaptability and efficiency it offers customers. Eliot Horowitz, founder and CEO of Viam, emphasized the partnership’s role in advancing smart automation and empowering industry leaders with innovative tools.
As the countdown to KUKA Connexions 2024 begins, anticipation is building for the unveiling of the Viam driver for KUKA robotic arms. With its cutting-edge features and seamless integration with KUKA equipment, this driver is set to redefine the landscape of automation and set new standards for efficiency and innovation in the industry.
