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Raymond Gives Warehouse Performance a Lift With Robots and Data

July 28, 2023 · Raymond Corp. has been recognized for motion control and autonomous lift trucks, but it is also focusing on using telematics to improve services for warehouse customers.

Robel Rail Automation Uses FANUC Robots to Repair Railway Lines

July 28, 2023 · Robel Rail Automation in Germany is testing an automated cart that includes sensors and FANUC robots for complicated track and switch maintenance and repairs.

Cyngn Signs Heavy Equipment Manufacturer to Deploy Stockchasers

July 27, 2023 · Cyngn said its latest customer to date, a heavy equipment manufacturer, will deploy DriveMod Stockchasers in its North American factory.

MOV.AI, Advantech to Offer Software, Hardware for Mobile Robot Deployments

July 27, 2023 · Advantech is providing its rugged computing hardware, while MOV.AI is providing its mobile robot software, to help warehouses automate faster.

Hongkong Post Deploys First Robotic Packet Sorting System From Geek+

July 27, 2023 · Hongkong Post said it is using Geek+ parcel-sorting and autonomous mobile robots to provide customers with reliable, accurate, and efficient postal services.

Maersk Chooses Berkshire Grey Robotic Shuttle Put Wall for 2023 Deployment

July 27, 2023 · Maersk said it will use Berkshire Grey's RSPW system for maximum SKU coverage across customer use cases.

Pittsburgh Robotics Network Names Jenny Sharpe as Senior Program Manager of Workforce Development

July 26, 2023 · The Pittsburgh Robotics Network plans to build more bridges between workforce development organizations, technology entrepreneurs, and the community with Sharpe's leadership.

Tools to Manage Robot Fleets

July 26, 2023 · As fleets of mobile robots grow, so does the need to manage them -- and the other equipment, software, and people in a facility. This Special Focus Issue looks at options.

Locus Robotics breaks ground for new global headquarters

July 26, 2023 · Autonomous mobile robot provider highlights commitment to technological advancements and AI-driven innovation with expanded operations at Wilmington, Mass., facility. The nearly 200,000 square foot/18,580 square meter facility in the Boston area will serve as the hub for Locus Robotics' expanding global operations.

Karter Launches Three Autonomous Mobile Robots With Fast Charging

July 26, 2023 · Karter is using BlueBotics' Autonomous Navigation Technology in three new products, including flexible mobile robots and automated lift trucks for pallet handling.

Locus Robotics Breaks Ground for New Global Headquarters in Wilmington, Mass.

July 26, 2023 · Locus Robotics said its new headquarters, which it expects to open early next year, will consolidate operations, showcase its technologies to customers, and help retain talent.

Collaborative Robotics Raises $30M Series A, Launches New Cobot Flywheel Program

July 26, 2023 · Collaborative Robotics plans to begin manufacturing and field trials of its cobots. The startup also plans to drive operational transformation with partners such as the Mayo Clinic.

Symbotic and SoftBank Group Establish GreenBox, Warehouse as a Service Joint Venture

July 25, 2023 · Symbotic has contracted for about $7.5 billion in warehouse automation and software to be sold as a service by GreenBox over the course of the six-year contract.

ForwardX Robotics Releases Flex 60-T Mobile Robot for Cage Trolley Docking and Towing

July 25, 2023 · ForwardX said its Flex 60-T autonomous mobile robot is the first one for docking and towing cage trolleys, which are used in warehouses, factories, and other environments.

Put Walls an Opportunity to Add Innovation to the Warehouse

July 25, 2023 · Put walls are an opportunity to add the latest automation and AI to improve warehouse efficiency and meet e-commerce demand, noted several suppliers and users.

GXO Logistics Appoints Adrian Stoch as Chief Automation Officer

July 25, 2023 · GXO Logistics, which said it has deployed a record amount of operational technology, has created the role of chief automation officer to lead strategy for automation and AI.

SoftBank Group and Symbotic establish “warehouse-as-a-service” joint venture

July 24, 2023 · Joint venture, GreenBox, aims to expand access to Symbotic warehouse automation systems to broad range of customers through new “as a service” offering.

AMR provider ForwardX Robotics closes out $61 million in Round C funding

July 24, 2023 · Collectively, ForwardX has raised about $140 million since its founding in 2016. The AMR provider has deployed over 150 commercial projects and 3,000 robots across four continents.

Jet Automation Partners with Omron to Develop Cobot Palletizing System

July 24, 2023 · Jet Automation, which provides services for industrial automation and controls, has joined Omron's Certified Systems Integrator program to develop and service robots.

Autonomous Lift Trucks Find a Road to Success With Hyster, Yale

July 24, 2023 · Autonomous lift trucks and mobile robots can improve flexibility and agility for warehouses and manufacturers seeking to modernize. Hyster and Yale explain how.

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