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Sanctuary AI Unveils Phoenix, Sixth Generation Humanoid ‘General Purpose’ Robot

May 17, 2023 · Sanctuary Cognitive Systems said the latest version of its Phoenix general-purpose humanoid robot is already capable of completing hundreds of tasks for customers in multiple industries.

Savant WMS and Locus Robotics to Jointly Offer Robots, Warehouse Management Systems to the Midmarket

May 17, 2023 · Savant WMS is designed to provide accuracy and efficiency for warehouse managers, and its integration with Locus mobile robots is intended to be affordable for midmarket companies.

CapSen Robotics to Showcase Picking Systems at DENSO and Calvary Robotics Booths at Automate

May 17, 2023 · CapSen Robotics will be showcasing its bin-picking system at Automate next week with DENSO and Calvary Robotics.

Swisslog’s SynQ powered AutoStore solution to enable omni-channel growth for Northern Tool + Equipment

May 16, 2023 · Swisslog's Automation Solution will be installed within Northern Tool's Fort Mill, SC facility to meet its distribution needs. The solution is expected to be operational by October 2023.

Interact Analysis: logistics and other new application scenarios key to cobot market success

May 16, 2023 · Market intelligence firm forecasts the collaborative robot market will enjoy modest growth out to 2032, with annual growth rates sitting at around 20%, after red hot growth for the market in 2021.

RIOS CEO Provides Perspective on Robotics Investments, Tech Trends

May 16, 2023 · Bernard Casse, the founder and CEO of RIOS Intelligent Machines, explores the transformative potential of robotics in the contemporary business landscape, even with economic constraints.

ANYbotics Raises $50M in Series B to Expand Capabilities of Its Legged Inspection Robot

May 16, 2023 · ANYbotics said it will use the funding to help it develop new features for its legged robots.

Toyota Research Institute Shares Results of $100M Research Partnership With U.S. Universities

May 16, 2023 · Toyota Research Institute reported results of its collaborative research program with institutions including Columbia University, Stanford University, and the University of Michigan.

North American Robot Orders Slow After Record 2022, Reports A3

May 16, 2023 · North American robot sales softened in Q1 2023, according to the Association for Advancing Automation, which cited a slowing U.S. economy as a likely cause. Automotive orders rebounded.

InOrbit to Show Robot Operations Advances at Automate 2023 With End-to-End Orchestration and Root Cause Analysis

May 16, 2023 · InOrbit plans to show its latest offerings, including InOrbit Intelligence to help businesses adopt automation and its root-cause analysis system for developers, in Detroit.

North American robot orders soften after record 2022

May 16, 2023 · Association for Advancing Automation report shows just under 10,000 units purchased in Q1 2023, down 21% from Q1 2022

Yasakwa Motoman to Expand U.S. Headquarters to Increase Production and Deployment of Robotic Systems

May 15, 2023 · Yaskawa Motoman has announced plans to expand its 185,000 sq. ft. facility. The new addition will be used to make new robotic systems and retrofit and repair existing systems.

For Carhartt, necessity is the mother of automation

May 15, 2023 · An iconic American brand is partnering with DHL Supply Chain to build out a network to meet soaring demand. It's also turning to flexible automation to optimize operations.

As PRN’s Interim Leader, Jenn Apicella Aims to Stay the Course and Expand the Nonprofit’s Presence

May 15, 2023 · Jenn Apicella sees her new role at the Pittsburgh Robotics Network as a continuation of the work she has done for the nonprofit for the past few years as vice president and program director.

Top 20 materials handling systems suppliers 2023

May 15, 2023 · Our list got a shakeup this year with new entrants involved with warehouse robotics and high-density storage. The bottom-line revenue tally, based on 2022 revenue figures, is a bit down from our previous Top 20, which came off a high growth year for most suppliers.

Humatics to Demonstrate Dynamic in Motion Engine Assembly at Automate 2023

May 15, 2023 · Humatics said its demonstration of an in-motion engine assembly application at Automate 2023 will be an industry first, using its microlocation technology to automate dual torquing.

Mitsubishi Electric Makes Strategic Investment in Clearpath Robotics

May 15, 2023 · Mitsubishi Electric said its strategic investment in Clearpath Robotics, whose OTTO Motors unit makes mobile robots, will strengthen their commercial collaboration and serve global demand.

Robotics: Enthusiasm is translating into investment

May 15, 2023 · This issue was designed to be a bit of a primer, a push to inspire those readers who’ve been on the fence, but are now moving forward on their plans to evaluate and apply some level of robotics and automation into their operations.

Flexible automation at Carhartt

May 15, 2023 · In an Ohio facility, the apparel brand and its 3PL partner are working with AMRs to process as many as 110,000 units in a day.

AMP Robotics Raises Additional Series C Funding From Microsoft Climate Innovation Fund

May 14, 2023 · AMP Robotics, which provides sortation systems around the world to change the economics of recycling, has raised a total of over $99 million in Series C funding.

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