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Turn up the volume of productivity!
Get ready to experience the future of robotics like never before! The PolyScope X Festival isn’t just another tech showcase; it’s a celebration of innovation and collaboration, where the brightest minds in robotic machine tending, welding, palletizing and more come together to unveil their solutions built on UR’s new PolyScope X software. Explore the online festival events below for your chance to engage directly with industry experts, get your questions answered and gain valuable insights into new solutions that can benefit your processes.
What is PolyScope X?
PolyScope X is the latest evolution in robotics software, designed to multiply your productivity by simplifying and supercharging your automation processes. Building on Universal Robots’ industry-leading platform, PolyScope X connects a wide range of users with their robots like never before, offering even more intuitive functionality that goes from basic pick-and-place operations to advanced motion control. Can’t wait to know more about this groundbreaking software and how you can leverage it? Make sure to secure one of the limited spots for the PolyScope X Festival.
What to expect?
Get ready for an unforgettable week of automation innovation! From November 4 to November 8, Universal Robots' incredible partners will take center stage, leading a series of interactive, 55-minute webinars. Each session is packed with game-changing insights about PolyScope X and partner-specific solutions designed to revolutionize your operations. Just like any great festival, we’ve got multiple stages for you to explore.
Why should you attend?
Exclusive product launch
When we say limited spots, we mean it. Registration for each event will close when all spots are taken. Sign up to be amongst the first to witness groundbreaking new products – PolyScope X and URCaps for PolyScope X – in action!
Get expert insights
Each session is led by one of our partners, industry leaders who have harnessed the power of PolyScope X to create cutting-edge URCaps, showcasing how their products can amplify your productivity in real-world applications.
Live Q&A session and after-party
The PolyScope X Festival is also your chance to have your most pressing questions answered in real-time. Some partner events will even end in an after-party where you can connect directly with your host or other people in your industry.
It’s FREE and you can join virtually from the comfort of your desk (or couch, no one will know)!
Arc & Spark Stage
For the welding experts
Where welding precision meets cutting-edge software. Dive into the world of robotic welding and see how PolyScope X can bring new levels of control and ease to your operations. Whether you're focused on boosting weld quality or increasing efficiency, this stage will show you how PolyScope X can make your welders’ work shine.
Smooth Robotics
Smooth Robotics is a Danish company revolutionizing robotic welding with its flagship product, SmoothTool. Specializing in no-code programming, Smooth Robotics empowers welders by seamlessly integrating welding craftsmanship with automation.
Hirebotics
Hirebotics is a robotics company specializing in cobots for the metal fabrication industry. Founded in 2015, they offer solutions such as the Cobot Welder, a user-friendly robotic welding system, and Beacon, a cloud-based platform for programming and remote monitoring. Their innovative approach makes automation accessible without requiring robotics expertise, allowing manufacturers to rent robots with no upfront capital investment.
Chuck & Change Stage
For the machine tending pros
If machine tending is your focus, this is where you’ll want to be. Learn how PolyScope X can help you manage more batches in less time, control multiple work cells, and handle high-mix/low-volume projects with ease. This stage will leave you with the tools to streamline operations and maximize throughput.
Lorenscheit Automatisierungs-Technik
Lorenscheit Automatisierungs-Technik specializes in modular automation solutions, simplifying robotic applications like machine tending and workpiece handling. Their Flex-Series makes it easy to integrate robots for tasks such as loading and assembly.
MSD Sales Inc.
MSD Sales Inc. offers industrial machinery, specializing in CNC equipment and robotics solutions. Based in Iowa (USA), they offer a full range of services, including custom automation, installation, and training. As a certified partner of Universal Robots, MSD Sales helps manufacturers streamline operations by integrating cobots mainly for machine tending applications but also welding, and painting applications.
Ecosphere
Ecosphere is a company that develops customized solutions precisely tailored to their customers' needs. Their experts' extensive experience in mechanical engineering allows them to provide innovative, reliable products that not only work effectively in practice but also seamlessly integrate into any work environment.
Flex & Flow Stage
For the automation enthusiasts
If your goal is to automate across multiple applications, the Flex & Flow Stage has you covered. Partners on this stage don’t stick to one area—they bring expertise from welding, machine tending, palletizing, and beyond. No matter the challenge, you’ll find versatile solutions to optimize your entire production floor.
AICA SA
AICA SA is a robotics company specializing in advanced software that simplifies robot programming for industrial and collaborative applications. Their innovative technology combines reinforcement learning and force control to enable robots to adapt autonomously to complex tasks.
OnRobot
OnRobot is a leading provider of collaborative robotic solutions, specializing in end-of-arm tooling like grippers, sensors, and tool changers. Founded in 2018, OnRobot aims to simplify automation for manufacturers of all sizes with its "One System, Zero Complexity" platform. Their products make it easy to automate tasks such as palletizing, CNC machine tending, and packaging, enabling rapid deployment.
RUCK Robotics
A new kind of robotics company laser focused on enabling automation for all. We're a team of software industry veterans frustrated with the current state of industrial automation with big plans to do something about it.
Lift & Layer Stage
For the palletizing specialists
For those looking to master the art of robotic palletizing, this stage has it all. You’ll hear from industry-leading partners as they demonstrate the latest smart solutions for end-of-line palletizing. From speed to precision, PolyScope X ensures your palletizing operations hit all the right notes.
Schmalz
Schmalz is a global leader in vacuum automation, specializing in gripping systems, suction cups, and end-of-arm tools. Their solutions, used across industries like logistics and automotive, enhance efficiency and precision in robotic applications like palletizing and material handling.
Piab
Piab is a global leader in vacuum automation technology, providing innovative solutions aimed at enhancing productivity across industries. They specialize in vacuum-driven products, including suction cups, vacuum pumps, and robotic gripping tools that optimize automation processes, such as material handling, packaging, and factory automation.
Rocketfarm
Rocketfarm specializes in advanced software solutions for cobots, particularly in palletizing. Their flagship product, Pally, is a user-friendly palletizing software that allows manufacturers to quickly and easily set up flexible palletizing systems, optimizing speed, reducing complexity, and enabling smooth robot movements. With MyRobot.cloud, Rocketfarm offers a digital twin simulation tool that helps businesses verify palletizing projects and generate reports within an hour, enhancing decision-making and deployment efficiency.
Jacobi Robotics
Jacobi Robotics specializes in advanced automation solutions that enhance speed and reduce cycle times, helping industries boost efficiency and productivity. Their cutting-edge robotics technology enables businesses to automate processes with precision and reliability.
Meet your speakers
Mitch Dahl - Robotics Division Manager at MSD Sales
My name is Mitch Dahl, i'm a Mechanical Engineer and robot programmer that has been integrating Universal Robots since 2017. I've created countless robot projects covering a broad spectrum of applications from machine tending, welding, assembly, and everything in between. Utilizing my years of experience, and with the help of a knowledgeable programmer, we developed a URCap perfect for I/O integration.
Jacob Dyrehauge - Marketing Manager at Smooth Robotics
Jacob N. Dyrehauge is a seasoned digital marketing expert with over a decade of experience in driving lead generation and brand growth. Currently, he serves as Marketing Manager at Smooth Robotics, where he leverages his expertise in digital marketing to enhance the company’s presence and fuel customer acquisition. With a background in interaction design and multimedia, Jacob’s career spans roles at Nord Modules, TV 2 Danmark, and RaceMakers, where he honed his skills in visual design, UX, and web production. A graduate of the University of Southern Denmark and Erhvervsakademiet Lillebælt, Jacob is passionate about creating user-centered designs and implementing innovative marketing strategies that deliver results.
Enrico Eberhard - CTO & Co-Founder, AICA SA
Dr. Enrico Eberhard is the Chief Technology Officer and Co-Founder of AICA SA, a Swiss startup specialising in robotics software. With a PhD in Robotics from the University of London and experience at EPFL’s research lab, Enrico has focused on bridging advanced research with practical industrial solutions. AICA SA, founded in 2019, aims to make robots more intelligent by giving them a sense of touch and the ability to learn from feedback, enabling them to perform complex tasks like assembly and surface finishing. Based in Lausanne, AICA serves clients in Germany, France, and Switzerland.
Markus Günthner - Product Manager Robotics at Schmalz
Bachelor of engineering. Almost 10 years with Schmalz. International sales for vacuum components and systems at the beginning. Now Product Manager for robotic products an vision-based gripping. Focus on gripper solutions for cobots and leigth-weight robots. Especially in terms of integration and usability.
Dave Hoff - Founder, Ruck Robotics
Dave Hoff is the founder of Ruck Robotics, a company focused on democratizing automation for businesses of all sizes. With over two decades of experience in startups, software engineering, and developer platforms, Dave has built a career centered on entrepreneurship, innovation, and leadership. Prior to founding Ruck Robotics, Dave held an executive role at Cisco Systems, where he led a globally distributed team of engineers in developing a world-class developer platform for the Webex collaboration suite.
Zach Boyd - Chief Technology Officer at Hirebotics
Zach Boyd is currently the Chief Technology Officer at Hirebotics. With a strong background in leading product engineering teams across major industries, Zach Boyd brings a wealth of experience in driving technological innovation and product development. Throughout his career, he has focused on building scalable solutions and empowering teams to deliver cutting-edge products in the robotics and automation space.
Lina Venjum, Head of Channels Rocketfarm
Lina is the Head of Channels and a key member of the management team, responsible for expanding business through new B2B partnerships and opening new channels for growth. With a strong focus on driving innovation, she collaborates closely with product development teams to ensure commercial success in all product-related areas. Lina’s expertise in creating strategic opportunities and her organized approach help the company navigate new ventures and enhance its market presence. She has an important part in shaping business strategy, driving revenue, and aligning product offerings with market needs.
Thomas Houden, Director of Business Development OnRobot
Thomas is Director of Business Development at OnRobot, responsible for driving the global commercialization of new offerings.
Himal Kooverjee, Lead Technical Project Manager OnRobot
Himal, Lead Technical Project Manager at OnRobot, has led the development and implementation of the Polyscope X integration – he knows all the ins and outs!
Yahav Avigal - Co-Founder and CTO, Jacobi Robotics Inc
Yahav Avigal is the Chief Technology Officer for Jacobi Robotics, responsible for guiding the vision and execution of the company’s platform to make robot programming accessible to developers and accelerate the adoption of robot arms in commercial applications. Yahav has a Ph.D. from the University of California Berkeley, where his research focused on the development of efficient and reliable AI-driven algorithms for robotic manipulation. His research has been recognized in top journals and awarded multiple "Best Paper" awards. Prior to co-founding Jacobi Robotics, Yahav earned his BSc from Tel-Aviv University, worked as a robotics software developer at Intel RealSense, and served as a captain in the IDF's intelligence unit 8200. Yahav resides in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Madeleine Sheikh - Global Product Manager Ejectors, Vacuum Automation Division, Piab
Madeleine Sheikh holds a Master’s degree in Industrial Design Engineering and has been with Piab since 2019. In her current role as Global Product Manager Ejectors Madeleine plays a pivotal role in driving product innovation and market strategy for vacuum pumps and ejectors. With a strong background in product management and a keen understanding of automation technologies, she is dedicated to enhancing Piab's product offerings to meet the evolving needs of industries worldwide. “We design all of our products with safety and energy efficiency in mind.”, says Madeleine Sheikh.
Thomas Lorenscheit - Lorenscheit Automatisierungstechnik
First part of the career was in the field of the metal working industry. He was co-owner of a company with 150 people and invented one of the fastest vertical lathes of the world. In 2010 he decided to leave the old company and founded a new company together with his wife Nadine. Lorenscheit Automatisierungs-Technik is focused on robotic solutions and Thomas Lorenscheit is a specialist for the automation of CNC machines. The company has more than 12 years experience with Cobots and more than 40 people are employed.
Danny Denk, CEO ECOSPHERE
Danny Denk is CEO and founder of ECOSPHERE. "As an automation expert and high-tech enthusiast, automating processes is not a job for me, but a passion." He does not refer to himself as a boss, but rather as a tour guide. With his team of more than 20 members, he has successfully integrated over 100 Universal Robots cobots in just under six years.
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