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AMP Robotics Raises $91M in Series C to Fuel Recycling Tech

November 3, 2022 · AMP Robotics has deployed its systems at materials recycling facilities throughout the United States and Europe.

DB Schenker Works With Korber to Implement Automation for Omnichannel Fulfillment

November 3, 2022 · DB Schenker, a leading logistics provider, has worked with Korber Supply Chain to automate a new distribution center near Prague using 100 Geek+ robots.

MassRobotics Now Accepting Applications for Third Jumpstart Fellowship Program

November 3, 2022 · For the third time, MassRobotics will invite a cohort of high school girls to its headquarters this winter as part of a fellowship program designed to help them learn more about robotics and other STEM careers.

Dafiti Uses GreyMatter Platform and GreyOrange Ranger Robots to Improve Warehouse Productivity

November 3, 2022 · Dafiti, a fashion e-commerce retailer in Latin America, has deployed GreyOrange's GreyMatter for more efficient and safer robotic fulfillment with help from Sistemos.

Pizza Robot Maker Picnic Works Partners With ContekPro to Build Modular Kitchens

November 2, 2022 · Picnic Work has partnered with a modular kitchen maker to outfit more kitchens with its pizza-making robots.

Mobileye Announces Full Exercise of Underwriters’ Option to Purchase Additional Shares

November 2, 2022 · Mobileye sheds more detail on its IPO and Class A common stock shares.

Brain Corp Announces Third Generation of Autonomy Platform

November 2, 2022 · The new platform was designed to be modular and to promote faster and easier product development, including the development of new vision-based AI data applications, according to Brain Corp.

Autonomous Mobile Robot Makers Answer the Call During Holiday Rush

November 2, 2022 · Autonomous mobile robots can do more than move goods during the holiday rush; with integrated software, AI, and processes, they can help retailers ride out supply chain disruptions.

OSARO debuts Partners Alliance program for ecommerce robotics integrators and vendors

November 2, 2022 · Partners can leverage OSARO's pick-and-place systems and advanced vision software to create new opportunities, build revenue streams, and expand the range of available solutions for e-commerce and logistics businesses

FORTNA Emerges From MHS Global and Fortna Merger for Materials Handling Automation, Integration

November 1, 2022 · FORTNA, the combination of materials handling automation supplier MHS and warehouse distribution software provider Fortna, said it can help omnichannel operations worldwide.

Volocopter Raises $182M in Second Signing of Series E Funding for Urban Air Mobility

November 1, 2022 · Volocopter added $182 million to the $170 million it had already raised in its Series E round as it brings its urban air mobility technology to cities around the world.

Universal Robots to Debut New Cobot Welders With Extended Range at FABTECH 2022

November 1, 2022 · Universal Robots plans to show welding with partners Vectis Automation and Hirebotics at FABTECH. Precision Cobotics, Apera AI, and Kane Robotics will demo other UR applications.

OSARO Launches Robotic Partner Program That Includes FANUC, Pregis, and NPSG Global

November 1, 2022 · OSARO has launched a new robotics program with the aim of reducing the barriers customers face when buying an automated system.

Bright Machines Raises $132M to Expand Intelligent Automation in Manufacturing

November 1, 2022 · Bright Machines said it latest funding will help it develop new software and services to improve the flexibility, resilience, and sustainability of manufacturing.

Bastian Solutions SmartPick: The Only Turnkey Goods to Robot Solution

October 31, 2022 · Accurate 24/7 order fulfillment with AI-powered piece picking robots.

Einride Completes Autonomous Truck Pilot on U.S. Public Road With GE Appliances

October 31, 2022 · Einride has successfully tested its Eindride Saga electric, autonomous vehicle in Tennessee, and it plans to set up an office in Berlin to support German industry.

Gap Inc. Includes Automation in New Texas Facility to Execute on E-Commerce Strategy

October 31, 2022 · Gap Inc. recently opened its newest customer experience center, which uses a variety of robots and offers to share fulfillment expertise with other brands.

IFR World Report Found Service Robot Sales Increased 37% in 2021

October 31, 2022 · Following the publication of its World Robotics report, the IFR has shed further details on the state of the service robotics market and the trends influencing its growth.

Bosch Rexroth to Build Factory in Charlotte, N.C., Grows Linear Robot Line

October 31, 2022 · Bosch Rexroth has expanded its linear robot line, made its ctrlX Linux operating system open to third-party developers, and outgrown an existing production facility.

Fox Robotics Closes $20M Round for Autonomous Forklifts

October 30, 2022 · Fox Robotics, which has developed an autonomous forklift trailer unloader, plans to apply its funding to grow its staff, ramp up production, and expand globally.

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