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Automation solutions to keep up with growing demands and customer expectations

April 15, 2021 · Honeywell Intelligrated works with companies to solve their immediate warehousing problems and helps them to prepare for what’s coming next.

Clinical Automation Firm Inpeco Optimizes Production With MiR Mobile Robots

April 15, 2021 · Mobile Industrial Robots' MiR200 Hook autonomous mobile robot helped Inpeco relieve materials handling burdens on its factory workers.

MIRAI Accelerates Robotic Perception and Learning, Says Micropsi

April 15, 2021 · Unlike other demonstration training systems for cobots, MIRAI allows robots to perceive nd make adjustments in real time, says Ronnie Vuine, founder and CEO of Micropsi Industries.

GreyOrange displays its Ranger GTP

April 15, 2021 · Throughout this week at ProMatDX, GreyOrange will be showcasing its Ranger GTP, a decision-driven science robotic goods-to-person (GTP) system.

Walmart Joins $750M Investment in Autonomous Vehicle Firm Cruise

April 15, 2021 · Cruise, which has been developing autonomous vehicles with General Motors, has raised its valuation to $30 billion.

MX3D Raises $2.7M to Launch M1 Metal Additive Manufacturing System

April 15, 2021 · MX3D, which 3D-printed a bridge in Amsterdam, has raised funding to commercialize its M1 robotic system and its MetalXL controls to turn existing welding robots into industrial-grade 3D metal printers.

Vicarious Surgical Enters SPAC Merger for $115M

April 15, 2021 · In a SPAC deal, Vicarious Surgical will gain valuation of $1.1 billion as it continues developing robotics and virtual reality for minimally invasive surgeries.

inVia Robotics Offers RaaS to Optimize Both People and Robots in Warehouses

April 14, 2021 · inVia Robotics' hardware, software, and support are intended to maximize the efficiency and productivity of both people and mobile robots in fulfillment centers.

Hyster exhibits Hyster Tracker telemetry solution for data-driven decision making

April 14, 2021 · At ProMatDX this week, Hyster is showcasing its telemetry solution, Hyster Tracker, which helps businesses turn data into actionable insights.

Gaussian Robotics Raises $100M Series B for Cleaning Robots Using SLAM

April 14, 2021 · Gaussian Robotics, which completed Series B financing, claims to be the first company to apply SLAM technology in its cleaning robots in 30 countries.

MassRobotics Offers STEM Programs With Toyota Research Institute Support

April 14, 2021 · MassRobotics and corporate partners launched the Adopt a School Program in conjunction with National Robotics Week and the Jumpstart Fellowship Program to encourage high school students to consider STEM careers.

Caja Robotics Works With Integrator Advanced Handling Systems to Automate Distribution Facility

April 14, 2021 · Caja Robotics' goods-to-person system and AHS's integrated fulfillment systems will be combined to help a major Midwestern retailer.

AMH Material Handling Deploys Geek+ Mobile Robots for Sortation at Asda Logistics Services

April 14, 2021 · Asda Logistics Services needed to rapidly and accurately sort parcels as e-commerce demand increased over the past year, so it turned to AMH and Geek+.

Automotive builds a new path

April 13, 2021 · Transportation of parts and assemblies in auto plants is taking on a new look with its increasing use of guided vehicles and carts as well as autonomous mobile robots. In a word, it’s all about flexibility.

Day 2 of ProMatDX has a heavy focus on robots

April 13, 2021 · Robots, robots, and more robots are the theme of the day.

Get a Fuller Picture of Your Lift Truck Fleet

April 13, 2021 · Advancements in lift truck telematics and fleet software can help fleet managers keep a close eye on hours of use and task environment.

Kiwibot Launches Version 4.0 of Its Food-Delivery Robot, Partners With Segway

April 13, 2021 · Kiwibot 4.0 includes new sensors, user-interface features, and semi-autonomous capabilities, and Kiwibot is working with partners like Segway and Shopify.

Soft Robotics Adds Features to mGrip Modular Gripping System for Food Handling

April 13, 2021 · Soft Robotics has added capabilities to its mGrip to enable integrators to design flexible end-of-arm tools that can withstand high-pressure washdown environments.

IAM Robotics introduces a groundbreaking AMR

April 13, 2021 · Kristin Fornal, IAM Robotics’ senior director of marketing, explains the combination of sensors that are used on the Bolt for safety, mapping and obstacle detection.

ABB GoFa Cobot Wins ‘Best of the Best’ Red Dot Award for Innovative Design

April 13, 2021 · This year's prestigious Red Dot "Best of the Best" design award went to ABB's new GoFa collaborative robot arm for its aesthetics and ease of use.

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