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

September 14, 2023 · Rockwell Automation plans to spend $600 million to add industrial automation provider Clearpath Robotics and its OTTO Motors mobile robot division to its portfolio.

Shell Signs Offshore Service Agreement With Nauticus Robotics

September 14, 2023 · Shell has contracted with Nauticus Robotics to conduct autonomous subsea manipulation tasks with Aquanaut on live subsea assets at more than 1 km depth without an umbilical.

Ascento Raises $4.3M, Rolls Out Latest Autonomous Robot for Security

September 13, 2023 · Ascento said its new Ascento Guard robots can operate in diverse outdoor terrains, move at walking speed, and autonomously charge for 24/7 operations.

Align Production Systems, Kollmorgen Partner to Advance Automated Guided Vehicles

September 13, 2023 · Align Production Systems and Kollmorgen plan to collaborate on AGV navigation, fleet scalability, and energy efficiency.

ABB to invest $280 million in its European robotics hub in Sweden

September 13, 2023 · Significant upgrade of the site in Västerås follows recent investments in China and the United States. The 65,000 square meter integrated Robotics Campus, planned to open in late 2026, will bring together automated manufacturing, R&D, customer experience and training centers to develop next generation AI-enabled technologies.

Vention and Universal Robots Show Coordinated Motion Technology at FABTECH

September 13, 2023 · Vention said its Coordinated Motion can synchronize motion control across six Universal Robot cobot joints and its own seventh axis.

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

September 13, 2023 · 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.

Machina Labs Announces Machina Deployable System for Metal Forming at FABTECH

September 12, 2023 · Machina Labs said its Machina Deployable System is designed to be portable and includes KUKA robotic arms and AI process controls.

MassRobotics to Host Sixth Annual RoboBoston and Robot Block Party

September 12, 2023 · MassRobotics and partners including Boston Seaport by WS Development will offer educational opportunities and show the public robotics and related technologies on Sept. 28 and 30.

Comparing Goods-to-Person and Person-to-Goods Autonomous Mobile Robots

September 12, 2023 · Two types of AMRs are most frequently deployed in distribution or fulfillment operations: Goods-to-Person and Person-to-Goods. Although they may seem similar at first, the productivity and efficiency gains are very different. Which Type Works Best for Your Warehouse Application?

Big Joe Forklifts Adds Features to Autonomous Pallet Mover for Ease of Use

September 12, 2023 · Big Joe Forklift has added dynamic rerouting, onboard viewable maps, and configurable zone rules to its autonomous Pallet Mover.

A.P. Moller - Maersk and Fabric to Implement Automation, AI in Dallas Distribution Center

September 12, 2023 · Maersk is the first third party to run one of Fabric's micro-fulfillment centers using its robots and software.

ASTM International Developing Standards for Testing Robot Assembly

September 11, 2023 · ASTM International's F45 committee on robotics, automation, and autonomous systems is seeking manufacturers to help develop standards for testing robot assembly capabilities.

The Pallet Report 2023: Shape shift underway

September 11, 2023 · New report reveals the types and sizes of pallets that companies are using, mechanisms used to secure the loads on the pallets and the broader role pallets are playing in global supply chains.

OTTO Motors Launches Heavy Duty Mobile Robot for Tight Manufacturing Spaces

September 11, 2023 · 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.

FANUC America Demonstrates Welding and Coating Automation at FABTECH

September 11, 2023 · FANUC America plans to show its entire CRX collaborative robot line, which is designed for endurance and ease of use.

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

September 11, 2023 · Otto Group, a top German e-commerce retailer, plans to deploy Boston Dynamics' robots as part of its logistics automation.

PBC Linear to Demonstrate Deeper CNC Integration for Cobot Feeder at FABTECH

September 11, 2023 · PBC Linear this week plans to show how its Applied Cobotics Cobot Feeder works with Universal Robots' technology to accelerate machine tending for manufacturers.

Han’s Robot to Show Updated Automated Welding Workstation at FABTECH 2023

September 10, 2023 · Han's Robot has added features to its Automated Welding Workstation, which is based on its Elfin-Pro collaborative robots, to improve precision and ease of use.

Kardex Solutions Partners With Tompkins Robotics to Offer Automated Storage and Sortation

September 9, 2023 · Kardex Solutions will offer its AutoStore ASRS system with a Tompkins Robotics tSort technology to provide efficiencies and a faster ROI for fulfillment operations.

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