https://www.passionfroot.me/robert-smak

I help manufacturing teams find the right automation solution for their specific production needs. By combining deep market knowledge with a broad network of technology partners, I connect you with the tools, systems, and integrators that will deliver measurable improvements.

Whether it’s reducing downtime, increasing throughput, or improving safety, my goal is to match each challenge with the most effective, proven solution — and guide you from concept to successful implementation.

If you need the right partner to automate your processes, I’ll help you find them and make sure the project delivers results from day one.

Robert Smak

Engineering solutions with innovation | Head of Digital Sales & Marketing @igus

Thank you for visiting my Linkedin profile. 👋🏻

I am totally passionate about extraordinary use cases, which I would like to present here on my Linkedin account. You will find products from igus in most of these use cases that has either improved technology or reduced costs.

Our objective at igus is to improve everything that moves and to be able to offer added value for our customers. In addition, we want to become the company that everyone likes to work with the most 💛 !

I am constantly working on new ways to support and inspire our customers digitally and to solve all challenges together with our sales team. I also share with you on my profile my daily worklife, my experiences and impressions.

Peter Wirth

𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐞𝐝. 𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞. 𝐀𝐮𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧. 🪩 
Isochronic AG brings an awesome system to the table, designed to precisely pick laser-cut pieces and place them in perfect order. A trusted partner to keep production running smoother and faster. 

Let’s embrace the future of automation.
Furthermore, we see a ballet of #energychains - the umbilical cord of automation.

Great footage, spotted by Eduardo BANZATO
Florian Palatini Constantin Weiss
#improvewhatmoves igus SE & Co. KG

Engineering solutions with innovation | Head of Marketing @igus

𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐦𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 💎 
I was amazed by discovering this tube and profile processing footage from TRUMPF. Their TruLaser Tube 5000 fiber packs advanced technology, smart automation, and user-friendly features into one powerful machine, built to transform your manufacturing process. 

𝑴𝒚 3 𝒌𝒆𝒚 𝒉𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒍𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕𝒔 (that make this application state of the art):
🔹 Speed Meets Accuracy – Cut faster without compromising precision. 
🔹 Ultimate Flexibility – Handle diverse tasks effortlessly, from intricate designs to larger components. This machine is engineered to meet the demands of your most complex projects.
🔹 Smart Operations – With optimized automation and intuitive controls, you’ll spend less time on setup and more time producing high-quality results.

Designed for industries like automotive, construction, and furniture production, the TruLaser Tube 5000 is featuring an #energychain from igus SE & Co. KG that adds significant value to your cutting processes. 
Aileen Thome 🟦 Stephan C. Florian Palatini
#improvewhatmoves igus Inc.

𝐅𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐁𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐒𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 🥖
Elevate your bread production with automation.  Discover this neat solution from Beor: a water jet cutter tailored for leavened bread, capable of processing an entire trolley in just 2.5 minutes - completely hands-free. Forget about manually moving trays; automation takes care of it all.

𝑲𝒆𝒚 𝑰𝒏𝒏𝒐𝒗𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏:
The cutting head, outfitted with multiple precise nozzles, is seamlessly powered by a collaborative robot from 𝑼𝒏𝒊𝒗𝒆𝒓𝒔𝒂𝒍 𝑹𝒐𝒃𝒐𝒕𝒔, ensuring precision and consistency in every cut.

Witness how #energychains safeguard and manage cables in action—boosting safety, minimizing downtime, and maximizing workspace efficiency in dynamic factory environments.

Constantin Weiss Florian Palatini
#improvewhatmoves igus Inc. igus SE & Co. KG

𝐃𝐲𝐧𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐜 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐀𝐆𝐕𝐬
I am always amazed how many inspiring innovations fly under the radar here on LinkedIn! Just recently, I came across the fascinating work of Meshmerize, a German company delivering cutting-edge software solutions.

Meshmerize specializes in reliable wireless mesh networking software, tailored for agile and dynamic systems like mobile robots and AGVs. Their solutions are built to seamlessly integrate with existing WiFi setups, making them a perfect fit for industrial applications.

𝑾𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝑰 𝒉𝒂𝒗𝒆 𝒍𝒆𝒂𝒓𝒏𝒆𝒅:
🔺 Near-zero handover time between access points, enabling uninterrupted roaming.
🔺 Adaptive to environmental disruptions, tackling radio shadows with efficiency.
🔺 Easily expandable networks - just add more devices!
🔺 Scales effortlessly alongside the growth of your AGV fleet.

At igus SE & Co. KG, we complement such innovative technology by offering a broad portfolio of self-lubricating components designed for AGVs, including plastic plain bearings, slewing rings, linear actuators, and motors. Together, these advanced solutions can significantly enhance AGV performance and reliability.

Big thanks to Marija Grahovac for introducing me to this amazing use case! Always inspiring to learn about innovations improving what moves.

Florian Palatini Milos Kucera Constantin Weiss

𝐄𝐧𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐄𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 𝐢𝐧 𝐅𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 🍾 

The packaging positioning module from 𝐅𝐚𝐛𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐌𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐫𝐠𝐢𝐜𝐚 𝐝𝐚 𝐆𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐫𝐚 𝐋𝐝𝐚 is essential for accurately placing containers under dosing valves in filling and capping stations. Its modular design allows seamless integration across various lines, ensuring efficiency and reliability.

𝑺𝒐𝒍𝒖𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏: The WS-10-40 guide rail from igus SE & Co. KG serves dual purposes: aligning the mechanism with the conveyor's center and guiding the pneumatic wedge for precise positioning. Manual adjustments are simple and user-friendly.

Ingo Urbach Stefan Niermann Sinem Barcag
#improvewhatmoves igus Inc.

𝐂𝐡𝐨𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐏𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐝 🍫
Today's focus is on transforming the way we handle chocolate packaging with smart and efficient systems. The approach might be simpler than you anticipate!

👉🏻 Affordability is key, ensuring businesses get their ROI sooner rather than later.
👉🏻 Unwavering reliability is just as important, cutting down on unexpected downtimes and keeping production on track.

These innovative systems also deliver on a few key traits:
✅ Gentle handling, because no one wants a broken bar of chocolate - these solutions ensure each piece is packaged with precision and care.
✅ Smooth integration to guarantee a consistent product flow, significantly ramping up production efficiency.
✅ Complete automation, critical for driving up productivity and slashing operational costs, making every penny count.

Credit: Syntegon

None of this innovation is possible without dependable #energychain systems like them from igus GmbH

Florian Palatini Constantin Weiss
#improvewhatmoves igus Inc.

𝐀𝐮𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 
Transforming production lines with state of the art automation technology! 
At 𝑸𝒖𝒂𝒏𝒕 𝑹𝒐𝒃𝒐𝒕𝒊𝒄𝒔, they are advancing the manufacturing process with 𝑨𝑩𝑩 robotics.
  
Powered by #energychain systems from igus SE & Co. KG, we’re delivering sustainability alongside increased efficiency - because smart manufacturing is also about smarter energy consumption.

Is your factory embracing this evolution, or are you still stuck in manual mode? The future of assembly is automated and already happening ‼️ 

Milos Kucera Drew Thomas
#improvewhatmoves igus Inc.

𝐑𝐨𝐛𝐨𝐭𝐬 𝐡𝐢𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐫 🤖 
2026 marks the shift of humanoid robots from R&D to mass industrial adoption, driven by a market projected to reach $13.8 billion by 2028.

Florian Palatini Constantin Weiss Piotr STANECKI
#improvewhatmoves

The New Industrial Reality The vision of humanoid robots working alongside humans is no longer confined to science fiction. We are currently witnessin

Open article: Why 2026 is the Year Humanoid Robots Move from R&D to the Shop Floor by Peter Wirth • 3 min read

Why 2026 is the Year Humanoid Robots Move from R&D to the Shop Floor

𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐟𝐮𝐞𝐥𝐬 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧. 𝐀𝐥𝐰𝐚𝐲𝐬. 📍 
Precision is nothing without power. When you're managing 200 variants and 1 mm micro-drills, the margin for error is non-existent and that includes your energy source.

In the Inlader Sp. z o.o. installation, two robots work in perfect sync: one to extract, one to mount, with a rigorous cleaning and QC line in between. 

A single flicker in power doesn't just stop a machine; it threatens the calibration of micro-tools and the safety of the entire line.

𝑪𝒐𝒏𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒖𝒐𝒖𝒔 𝑷𝒓𝒆𝒄𝒊𝒔𝒊𝒐𝒏: Maintains the holding force and positional accuracy needed for 1 mm bits.
𝑺𝒚𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒎 𝑰𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒈𝒓𝒊𝒕𝒚: Ensures the "handshake" between Robot #1 and Robot #2 is never interrupted.

For this duo to maintain zero-downtime and zero-risk performance, the invisible backbone of the operation is a secure, uninterruptible energy supply.

Via Robert Smak 
Florian Palatini Milos Kucera
#improvewhatmoves igus SE & Co. KG igus Inc.

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