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IAM Robotics Rebrands as Onward Robotics to Reflect Business Evolution, Market Focus

Onward Robotics said its Meet Me person-to-goods automation includes the Pyxis orchestration software and Lumabots mobile robots. More →

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Korber Supply Chain and Geek+ Celebrate Third Anniversary of Strategic Partnership

Logistics integrator Korber and mobile robot provider Geek+ said they empower businesses to overcome efficiency, scalability, and sustainability challenges. More →

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Rockwell Automation Agrees to Acquire Clearpath Robotics, OTTO Motors—Updated

Rockwell Automation plans to spend $600 million to add industrial automation provider Clearpath Robotics and its OTTO Motors mobile robot division to its portfolio. More →

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ABB Invests $280M in Expanding European Robotics Hub in Sweden

ABB's new robotics campus will feature the latest digital technologies for flexible production, as well as R&D, customer experience, and education centers for innovation. More →

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OTTO Motors Launches Heavy Duty Mobile Robot for Tight Manufacturing Spaces

OTTO Motors said its OTTO 1200 autonomous mobile robot has heavy lift capacity and the agility to maneuver through narrow aisles and around people safely. More →

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Otto Group to Deploy Fleet of Boston Dynamics Spot and Stretch Robots

Otto Group, a top German e-commerce retailer, plans to deploy Boston Dynamics' robots as part of its logistics automation. More →

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North American Q2 Dip in Robotics Orders No Cause for Panic, Notes A3

North American robotics orders dipped in the first half of 2023, but the Association for Advancing Automation's president remains bullish on long-term prospects. More →

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CaPow Brings Constant Power for Mobile Robots to the U.S. With Partner JLC Robotics

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Mujin Plans to Use Latest Funding to Grow Robotics Footprint in the U.S.

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North American Robot Orders Drop for a Second Quarter, Reports A3

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UPS Uses Robots and AI to Strengthen Network Capabilities, Enhance the Employee Experience

September 28, 2023

UPS is working with robotics suppliers including Fortna, Geek+, Locus Robotics, Pickle Robot, and more to improve working conditions and increase productivity.

Advanced Navigation Opens High-Tech Robotics Manufacturing Facility

September 28, 2023

Advanced Navigation has opened a facility in New South Wales, Australia, to commercialize technologies and develop the country's high-tech workforce.

Cyngn Deploys DriveMod Stockchasers at North American Facility of Heavy Equipment Manufacturer

September 28, 2023

Cyngn has begun deploying its DriveMod Stockchasers at a Fortune 100 heavy equipment manufacturer's factory that makes hundreds of machines per day.

Adidas and Geek+ Open New Automated Distribution Center

September 27, 2023

Adidas and Geek+ have built on their strategic partnership, with the global sportswear brand using Geek+ mobile robots and software in its new distribution center.

OptiFact Platform From ABB Robotics Streamlines Factory Data Collection, Visualization, and Analysis

September 27, 2023

OptiFact is factory device data analytics software that can increase uptime by up to 20%, according to ABB Robotics.

Dexterity AI and FedEx Collaborate to Develop Truck Loading Robot

September 27, 2023

Dexterity AI and FedEx are working to give the DexR system the perception, manipulation, and decision-making abilities for complex parcel handling.

RobotLAB Franchises Robot Integration Services With New Partners in North Carolina

September 26, 2023

RobotLAB franchisees plan to open multiple branches in the Carolinas to support integration of cleaning and service robots for the over 31,000 businesses in the territory.

Boston Dynamics AI Institute Launches Ethics Research Initiative for Robots, AI

September 26, 2023

The AI Institute, founded by Hyundai and Boston Dynamics, has launched a research team to explore societal questions around robotics and artificial intelligence.

World Robotics Report 2023 Shows Ongoing Global Growth in Installations, Finds IFR

September 26, 2023

The World Robotics Report for 2023 found that the automotive, electronics, and metals industries still lead demand for industrial automation.

Can Manufacturers Institute Finances EverestLabs Robot to Recycle More Than 1M Beverage Cans Annually

September 26, 2023

Can Manufacturers Institute members are funding an EverestLabs robot at a Caglia material recovery facility to demonstrate the value in recovering more used beverage cans.

Norway Energy Sector Diversifying, Presenting Opportunities for Automation, Finds Report

September 25, 2023

Norway has many robotics suppliers for its oil and gas industry, but the transition to other energy sources offers an opportunity, said HowToRobot and NFEA.

Dobot USA Opens Dallas Office, Announces New Collaborative Robots

September 25, 2023

Dobot USA opened its North American headquarters and said its CRA series of collaborative robots and software is now available.

Oceaneering Offers $200M in Senior Notes for Offshore and Mobile Robotics

September 25, 2023

Oceaneering, which provides both marine systems for remote inspection and mobile robots for logistics, is offering senior notes to mature in 2028.

Massachusetts Manufacturing Mash-Up Hosts Grant Winners, Innovators, and Students

September 24, 2023

The Massachusetts Manufacturing Mash-Up displayed robotics and 3D printing innovations, announced grant awards, and offered workforce development networking.

IAM Robotics Rebrands as Onward Robotics to Reflect Business Evolution, Market Focus

September 23, 2023

Onward Robotics said its Meet Me person-to-goods automation includes the Pyxis orchestration software and Lumabots mobile robots.

Diligent Robotics Raises $25M to Deploy Moxi Robots to Hospitals Nationwide

September 22, 2023

Diligent Robotics plans to use its latest funding to continue developing its Moxi mobile manipulator robot and expand deployments.

RiACT and Phoenix Mecano Jointly Offer XtendR to Give Cobots Greater Reach

September 22, 2023

RiACT is offering its RiFLEX software for easy collaborative robot programming with Phoenix Mecano's X2 lifting technology.

Clevon Delivers Close to 1,500 Packages for DHL Express Estonia

September 22, 2023

Clevon and DHL Express Estonia began their partnership last year, and customers given high marks to self-driving last-mile and middle-mile deliveries.

V and B Draws on SCALLOG Goods to Person Robots for Warehouse Growth

September 21, 2023

V and B, a French wine and beer franchise, is using SCALLOG mobile robots to flexibly respond to demand and reduce worker strain.

Manifest Vegas 2024 Plenary Stage to Feature Supply Chain Award Winners, Executives

September 21, 2023

Manifest Vegas 2024 plenary speakers discussing innovation will include executives from award-winning companies such as DHL Supply chain.

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Recording: Sep. 20, 2023 @ 2:00 EST
Webcast: New Robots Emerge for Palletizing and Loading

In addition to the each-picking robots that received attention during the recent e-commerce boom, many automation providers have focused lately on the need to handle totes, boxes, cases, and pallets. From high-bay lift trucks and truck-unloading systems to heavy-duty mobile robots and automated pallet jacks, robots have specialized for these applications.

More affordable and capable collaborative robots, improving machine vision, and software to manage the movement of goods and workers are also contributing to new use cases. It’s still up to warehouse and factory operators and their technology partners to identify the best ways to automate the storage and transport of their products or components.

Date: Wednesday, Sept. 20, 2023

Time: 2:00 p.m. ET/11:00 a.m. PT