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Seegrid announced robotics journalist awards during Modex

April 7, 2016 · The award acknowledged top journalists in the materials handling industry who have reported on the vital roles robots play in today's factories and distribution centers.

Clearpath’s self-driving vehicles transport depalletized loads

April 5, 2016 · Clearpath Robotics (Booth 3771) unveiled the OTTO 100 autonomous self-driving vehicle in a press conference on Tuesday.

Cimcorp announces new U.S.-based office

April 4, 2016 · Cimcorp (Booth 4347), a manufacturer and integrator of turnkey robotic gantry-based order fulfillment and tire handling solutions, announced the opening of its new U.S.-based office, Cimcorp USA, in Norcross, Georgia.

IAM Robotics launches fully autonomous mobile picking robot

April 4, 2016 · IAM Robotics (Booth 4071) introduced itself to the world and unveiled Swift, its autonomous mobile picking robot. Named one of four finalists for the show’s “Best New Innovation” award, the company is giving live demonstrations of its breakthrough technology at the show.

KNAPP highlights new robotic picking solution

April 4, 2016 · In a booth press conference on Monday, KNAPP Logistics and Automation's Kevin Reader, marketing director, discussed the company's newest technologies, including the Pick-it-Easy fully automatic picking work cell. Robot-centric and ideal for high-quality picking of slow- to medium-moving items, the work cell is on display in Booth 3747.

Rite-Hite introduces LED high-speed door safety system

April 4, 2016 · A new LED-based safety communication system for high-speed dock doors enhances safety in multiple ways, explained Jon Schumacher, director of marketing at Rite-Hite Doors (Booth 1747).

The Modex Preshow

April 3, 2016 · The Modern team is in Atlanta for Modex. I'll be watching robots, shuttles, software and packaging.

VSP sees the solution

April 1, 2016 · VSP Global turned to automated storage and robotic piece picking to increase the throughput of its state-of-the-art optical lab in California.

VSP Optics Group: Materials handling in focus

April 1, 2016 · In VSP Optics Group's California lab, automated storage and robotics come together to create a new way of producing glasses and to enable a new approach to the market.

Rack, shelving and storage looks vertical

April 1, 2016 · Focused on gaining efficiencies, maximizing available space and keeping workers safe while they’re up in the air, companies are integrating more rack, shelving and storage into their facilities.

Yaskawa: Robotics education is a strategy for the economy

March 30, 2016 · Technology and education intended to fill the gap between what the industry wants and what educational institutions can provide.

Schneider Packaging Equipment opens training lab for customers

March 30, 2016 · Lab replicates real-world applications and will help troubleshoot without slowing or stopping production lines.

Global material handling robotics market to exceed $20 billion by 2019

March 30, 2016 · Technavio research indicates food and beverage segment will see fastest growth.

Modex 2016 video contest winners announced

March 29, 2016 · More than 50 Modex exhibitors took that challenge to tell their story using the power of video. They have created a series of videos to tell you why they should be on your show agenda.

ABB introduces online training course

March 24, 2016 · Robotics training course to provide the same quality and depth of a class at a training facility.

Collaborative Robots Will Transform Logistics Says DHL Group

March 22, 2016 · “Robotics in Logistics” – a new trend report produced by Deutsche Post DHL Group (DPDHL Group) – maintains that robots will soon be standard in warehouses around the world.

Bastian Solutions to distribute Servus technology in North America

March 21, 2016 · Robotic shuttle system combines storage and transportation to create seamless product handling from receiving to shipping.

Uber Reportedly Shopping Around For Self-Driving Mercedes-Benz Transportation Fleet

March 19, 2016 · Uber allegedly has placed an order for a number of $100,000 Mercedes-Benz S-Class sedans, fueling speculation about the ride-sharing company's plans to ultimately field a fleet of self-driving automobiles.

General Motors Acquires Cruise Automation to Speed Self-Driving Car Strategy

March 11, 2016 · General Motors is buying Cruise Automation, a San Francisco self-driving vehicle startup, the latest move by the auto giant in its effort to outflank Silicon Valley in the race to develop shareable, autonomous vehicles.

Tesla co-founder joins Clearpath board of advisors

March 8, 2016 · Marc Tarpenning joins Clearpath's board of advisors to support self-driving vehicle development.

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