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Automate 2026: igus to showcase new machine planner tool and palletizing cobot

June 16, 2026 · igus will demo two platforms at Automate 2026 in Chicago: the new RBTX Machine Planner tool and the Fairino FR20 palletizer.

Automate 2026: SAB Cables to demonstrate flexible industrial automation cables

June 16, 2026 · SAB Cables will exhibit its flexible industrial automation cables and connectivity technologies at Automate 2026 in Chicago.

Automate 2026 preview: AI, humanoids, robotics & vision system innovation head to Chicago

June 15, 2026 · Automate 2026 in Chicago is expected to welcome over 50,000 attendees to McCormick Place, showcasing robotics, AI and vision innovation that transforms how people work.

Automate 2026: IKO to showcase crossed roller bearings, mechatronics and more

June 14, 2026 · At Automate 2026 in Chicago, IKO will showcase its portfolio of crossed roller bearings, mechatronics and more for industrial manufacturing applications.

Automate 2026: Tolomatic to showcase advanced motion components

June 13, 2026 · At Automate 2026 in Chicago, Tolomatic will showcase its electric actuation technologies for advanced motion capabilities.

Automate 2026: Bosch Rexroth to showcase conveyance, linear technology and control systems

June 12, 2026 · Bosch Rexroth will demonstrate its factory automation technologies, including conveyors and control systems, at Automate 2026 in Chicago.

Automate 2026: Kassow Robots to exhibit extensive cobot capabilities

June 12, 2026 · At Automate 2026 in Chicago, Kassow Robots will showcase its 7-axis cobot portfolio for welding, palletizing, machine tending and other industrial applications.

Automate 2026: Lake Superior State University’s Jim Devaprasad named A3 Educator of the Year

June 11, 2026 · Lake Superior State University robotics professor Jim Devaprasad will be honored as A3’s Educator of the Year at Automate 2026 in Chicago.

NEURA Robotics announces Series C of up to $1.4 billion

June 10, 2026 · NEURA Robotics announced a Series C of up to $1.4 billion, as the company looks to drive serial production of multi-million robots by 2030 to support its global rollout.

ICRA 2026: GENISOM AI showcases mass-produced robotics platforms and deployment stack

June 10, 2026 · At ICRA 2026 in Vienna, GENISOM AI showcased its full-stack embodied intelligence system for robot hardware, simulation infrastructure, autonomous navigation and agent-based task execution.

B&R Stores deploys Simbe’s autonomous inventory robot Tally across Nebraska locations

June 9, 2026 · B&R Stores deployed Simbe’s autonomous shelf-scanning robot Tally and its Store Intelligence Platform to strengthen its shelf visibility, pricing accuracy and in-store execution.

Standard Bots raises $200 million Series C at $1 billion valuation

June 9, 2026 · Standard Bots announced a $200 million Series C, pushing the company’s valuation to $1 billion, as it looks to scale American-made industrial robotics.

Automate 2026: AI and robotics leaders to give keynote speeches

June 8, 2026 · Automate 2026’s keynote speaker lineup features AI and robotics leaders, discussing how ongoing automation advancements are shaping the future of work.

Daimon Robotics, Galbot launch RobOmni to see how tactile sensing improves robot manipulation

June 8, 2026 · At ICRA 2026, Daimon Robotics and Galbot launched RobOmni, an omni-modal evaluation benchmark including tactile sensing for physical interaction.

Yale Lift Trucks launches lithium-ion batteries and chargers

June 7, 2026 · Yale Lift Truck Technologies has launched a line of lithium-ion batteries and chargers specifically designed for its lift trucks, providing a unified warehouse offering.

Mitsubishi Electric opens western digital transformation hub in Boston

June 6, 2026 · Mitsubishi Electric opened Serendie Street Boston, a U.S. innovation hub to accelerate digital transformation through co-creation, real-world testing and scalable offerings across industries.

Generalist raises $400M to scale physical AI

June 5, 2026 · Generalist announced a $400 million funding round, as the company looks to scale its intelligence platform that can understand and act in the physical world.

Report: 17.3% growth forecast for collaborative robot shipments from 2025-30

June 4, 2026 · A new report from Interact Analysis projects strong growth in cobot shipments from 2025-2030, with China dominating the market share.

Serve Robotics expands, partners with NoScrubs for autonomous laundry delivery

June 3, 2026 · Serve Robotics expanded outside its robot food delivery background with the launch of the NoScrubs autonomous laundry vertical.

Robotiq introduces IQ platform to automate robotic workcell integration

June 2, 2026 · Robotiq launched IQ, an AI-enabled platform that coverts unstructured data and site scans into validated, scalable robotic workcell designs.

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