'Green and Lean' Will Be the Focus of the International Robots, Vision & Motion Control...

'Green and Lean' Will Be the Focus of the International Robots, Vision &
Motion Control Conference

Experts from Around the World to Share Their Expertise

ANN ARBOR, Mich., May 14 /PRNewswire/ -- Cost savings, green technology
trends, inspection, lean and cutting-edge technology secrets will be revealed
at the International Robots, Vision & Motion Control Show and Conference. The
event takes place June 9-11 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in
Rosemont (Chicago), Illinois, and the conference features presentations by
some 50 international experts on automation in manufacturing. Early Bird
registration for the conference is in effect through May 15.

Conference tracks are specifically designed for companies currently using or
considering using robots, machine vision, motion control and related
technologies. "This is the ideal starting point for anyone looking to more
successfully apply these technologies," said Jeffrey A. Burnstein, President
of Robotic Industries Association, one of the trade groups sponsoring the show
and conference. There will be a number of introductory tutorials conducted on
Monday, June 8, prior to the opening of the International Robots, Vision &
Motion Control Show.

Morning sessions on Tuesday, June 9 include "Cost Justifying Automation in a
Lean Manufacturing World," exploring how these automation technologies fit
into lean manufacturing processes.

During the Tuesday afternoon sessions, "Robots & Vision in a Green
Manufacturing World," will demonstrate how these automation technologies can
be used to manufacture solar cells, wind turbines, fuel cells and other green
technologies. And system integrators will present real world application case
studies during "Successful Applications of Robotics," providing insight and
strategies for users to implement their own systems. Many of these solutions
will be demonstrated on the show floor throughout the week.

On Wednesday morning, June 10, conference attendees will learn about
technology developments for the military. Mrs. Ellen M. Purdy, Enterprise
Director, Joint Ground Robotics, Office of Under Secretary for Defense, will
give a keynote talk on current and future applications using robotics and
related automation to accomplish battlefield missions.

Wednesday afternoon features a presentation on "The Latest Advances in Service
Robotics." Robot use for security, elder care, in the home and in a wide range
of applications outside the factory will be discussed by experts from around
the world.

"Advances in Robotics Accessory Technology" will discuss end of arm tooling,
industrial fieldbus systems, simulation and software issues critical to the
success of a robotic system on Thursday, June 11 as part of the final-day
agenda.

Sponsored by three trade groups: The Robotic Industries Association, the
Automated Imaging Association, and the Motion Control Association, the
conference includes admission to the companion International Robots, Vision &
Motion Control Show, June 9-11. Registration for the conference sessions
starts at less than $200 per day with Early Bird discounts available through
May 15. Full-conference attendees can receive an additional $25 bonus
incentive. Show-only registration is free. Complete details can be found at
http://www.robots-vision-show.info/ or by calling 734/994-6088.

SOURCE Robotic Industries Association

Jim Adams, +1-734-994-6088