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Sumitomo and Dexterity Partner to Deploy 1,500 Robots in Japanese Warehouses

September 30, 2022 · Sumitomo, which previously invested in Dexterity, will demonstrate and distribute the company's software-as-a-service robotics offerings in Japan.

Dextrous Robotics Introduces DX-1 System for Speedy Unloading of Shipping Containers

September 30, 2022 · Dextrous Robotics is making the second version of its DX-1 two-armed robot for swiftly loading and unloading trailers available to customers early next year.

Webinar: Evaluating Automation for Retail and E-Commerce

September 29, 2022 · In this Robotics 24/7 Roundtable, attendees can hear from e-commerce, retail, and omnichannel experts on best practices for selecting and using a variety of robots.

Charleys Philly Steaks Partners With Flytrex to Bring Flying Cheesesteaks to Durham, N.C.

September 29, 2022 · Charleys, which claims to be the largest cheesesteak franchise in the world, has partnered with Flytrex for fast service as the drone delivery firm keeps expanding.

Cionic Raised $12.5M in Series A to Manufacture Its Neural Sleeve

September 29, 2022 · Several months after the Neural Sleeve received FDA clearance, the company announced it has raised $12.5 million its Series A.

alwaysAI and Formant Integrate Video Analytics and Cloud Platform for Robot Fleets

September 29, 2022 · alwaysAI is integrating its video analytics technology with Formant's cloud platform to enable enterprises to get actionable insights faster from their robot fleets.

Motion Control and Vision Advances Drive Collaborative Robot Applications

September 28, 2022 · In this free download, we examine how advances in perception and motion control are enabling robots to operate safely around humans and be used in new ways.

Avidbots Cleans Up With $70M in Series C Funding to Bring Autonomous Robots to Market

September 28, 2022 · Avidbots, whose Neo cleaning robot works with the Avidbots Autonomy software and the Avidbots Command Center, is expanding R&D and staff in Canada and sales worldwide.

ABB Spends $13M on Its Canadian Cable Tray Manufacturing Facility

September 28, 2022 · ABB has spent millions of dollars upgrading its facilities in Canada as it executes on its five year-plan to grow in the country.

ROEQ Provides New Cart System for OMRON LD-250 Mobile Robot, Doubling Payload Capacity

September 28, 2022 · ROEQ's new TMC500 top module and cart are designed to increase the capacity of the OMRON LD-250, potentially saving companies from buying larger, more expensive mobile robots.

DHL Supply Chain Expands Partnership With Locus Robotics, Deploys Automation at Two More Warehouses

September 28, 2022 · DHL Supply Chain and Locus Robotics' relationship continues to grow, as LocusBot autonomous mobile robots are deployed to facilitate fulfillment for Carhartt in Ohio.

Titan Medical Files New Patent Application Focused on Endoscope Technologies

September 27, 2022 · Titan Medical has filed more than 200 patent applications since its founding in 2008

United Natural Foods Inc. to Use Symbotic Case-Handling Robotic Systems at Five Distribution Centers

September 27, 2022 · Aiming to lower costs and increase storage space, United Natural Foods Inc. has decided to invest in Symbotic’s multilayered case-handing system.

OPLOG Raises $10.5M to Widen European Warehouse Network With In-House Robotics

September 27, 2022 · OPLOG is offering both logistics services and mobile robots in a pooled approach as it expands fulfillment warehouse operations across Europe and the U.K.

4 New Features From 6 River Systems Offer to Maximize Warehouse Fulfillment Operations

September 27, 2022 · 6 River Systems said its new features for its Chuck mobile robots, user interface, work areas, and accessories will enable warehouses to scale up quickly and easily.

In a Post-COVID World, Experts Point to Automation

September 26, 2022 · The manufacturing sector is experiencing a crisis. Post-COVID demand and severe labor shortages have pushed many businesses to their breaking point. But there is a light at the end of the tunnel.

Mitsubishi Logisnext Asia Pacific and xSQUARE Partner to Expand Presence in the Asia Pacific Market

September 26, 2022 · Mitsubishi Logisnext Asia Pacific and xSQUARE are taking advantage of their warehouse systems to expand their reach in the market.

Lucid Drone Technologies to Present at IFMA World Workplace, Venture Atlanta Forward 2022

September 26, 2022 · Lucid Drone Technologies, which makes industrial spray drones designed for window washing, is among those chosen from over 450 applicants to participate in the Southeastern event.

Festo and SICK’s New Safety Program Designed to Teach Students the Importance of Risk Assessment

September 26, 2022 · FESTO and SICK have developed a curriculum designed to inform students about the many facets of robotic safety.

DoorDash Uses Cobalt Robots to Create Safer, More Secure Workplaces

September 26, 2022 · DoorDash has used Cobalt Robotics' systems to help employees return to work after the COVID-19 pandemic, and it also used the robots for

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