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

September 8, 2023 · 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.

Stack AV Launches Self Driving Truck Business With Argo AI Veterans, SoftBank Support

September 8, 2023 · Stack AV is a new Pittsburgh-based autonomous trucking developer that plans to apply its founders' expertise in AI and self-driving vehicles to modernize freight transport.

Site Maps Feature Joins Brain Corp’s BrainOS to Give Facilities Managers Visibility Into Robot Operations

September 8, 2023 · Site Maps is a new feature in the BrainOS AI and fleet management software to provide real-time visibility and help managers optimize cleaning.

ResGreen SimuPath Uses Unreal Engine to Optimize Materials Handling Robots

September 8, 2023 · ResGreen said its new SimuPath simulation program can create accurate 3D replicas of factories and warehouses to help optimize processes and automation.

OSARO and FANUC Join Forces to Help Warehouses Automate Picking

September 7, 2023 · OSARO plans to provide its SightWorks vision software with FANUC America pick-and-place robots to warehouses through the companies' partner networks.

Leasing’s fleet management upside

September 7, 2023 · Besides ensuring access to newer trucks, leasing processes and contracts help operations adjust their fleet assets to changes in application needs.

FORTNA Establishes Last Mile Solutions Center

September 7, 2023 · FORTNA, which provides conveyors, robots, and sortation systems, said its new center will provide expertise on automating last-mile delivery.

Universal Robots Offers ‘ReAutomated’ Virtual Events on Enhancing Productivity

September 7, 2023 · Universal Robots will explain how manufacturers can use its collaborative robots for palletizing, machine tending, and welding.

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

September 7, 2023 · CaPow said its Genesis product provides perpetual power to robots without wires, reducing fleet size, space utilization, and battery hazards.

OSARO and FANUC America collaborate to enhance warehouse robotics solutions

September 6, 2023 · The collaboration combines FANUC’s expertise building and deploying robotics systems with OSARO’s advanced vision software, which gives FANUC robots the ability to automatically learn how to successfully pick and place new objects

Three Key Questions: How to know if you’re ready for goods-to-person technology

September 6, 2023 · If you’re considering a goods-to-person deployment, we provide three questions you’ll need to answer.

ASTM International Receives ARM Institute Funding to Develop Robotics Technology Roadmap

September 6, 2023 · ASTM International is working with the ARM Institute to analyze robotics for making aerospace components and to guide future development.

FORT Robotics Endpoint Controller Receives SIL 3 Safety Certification

September 6, 2023 · FORT Robotics said exida has certified its controller, which provides machine and fleet-wide controls, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

Fizyr Opens U.S. Headquarters to Meet Growing Robotics Demand for Computer Vision

September 6, 2023 · Fizyr, which provides computer vision for robotics applications including bin picking and palletizing, is also starting a U.S. roadshow at PACK EXPO.

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

September 6, 2023 · Mujin has raised $85 million and said it plans to grow its operation to serve more U.S. users of its supply chain automation.

Robots and ChatGPT Can Help Tackle Loneliness, Observes Investor

September 6, 2023 · Robots and ChatGPT are getting a lot of hype, but they could actually improve the lives of older adults, notes ff Venture Capital's Oliver Mitchell.

More robots are coming to a warehouse near you

September 5, 2023 · Our new Intralogistics Robotics Study proves just how vital robotics and automation are becoming to warehouses and DCs of all sizes­—and across all industries.

TwinTrack Probe From RoboDK Designed to Simplify Robot Programming by Demonstration

September 5, 2023 · TwinTrack Probe from RoboDK combines 3D printing, VR technology, and software to make it easier for manufacturers to program robots for complex paths.

Wauseon Machine announces consolidation of aftermarket services through merger

September 5, 2023 · Aftermarket Services by McAlister Design and Automation and Wauseon Machine combine in formal merger

Robotiq Introduces PE20 Integrated Cobot Palletizing System

September 5, 2023 · Robotiq said its PE20 palletizing system works with its PowerPick20 vacuum gripper and the UR20 arm, plus standardized hardware and software for ease of use.

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