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Geekplus Technology Co. today announced that research firm Interact Analysis has named it as a global market leader autonomous mobile robots, or AMRs, for fulfillment. U.K.-based Interact Analysis cited both the continued growth of the warehouse industry and Geek+’s dominant position in both the order-fulfillment and AMR categories. The announcement of the new global market-share rankings from Interact Analysis placed…
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Swisslog, a member of the KUKA Group known for its intralogistics automation solutions and software, has announced Jens Schmale as its next CEO, effective Jan. 1, 2024. Schmale is currently CEO of Swisslog EMEA and brings a wealth of experience in the logistics automation sector to his new role, the company noted. Schmale, 49, joined Swisslog in 2020 where he…
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The ability for autonomous mobile robots, or AMRs, to work safely alongside people is key to their ongoing success, according to ROEQ. But safety in these applications is about much more than the navigation of the robot itself through your facility. Mobile robotic equipment (MRE) – including the lifts, carts, and top rollers that interface with conveyors and other surrounding…
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Among the “dull, dirty, and dangerous” tasks suitable for automation, grinding and finishing are now within reach of robotics, thanks to improvements in sensing and motion control. SUHNER Schweiz AG said its EFC-02 can measure forces and accelerations at high frequency, allowing for control with an advanced algorithm. Unveiled at Automate 2023, the fully electric Active Compliance System can ensure…
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In a world truly obsessed with labor (un)availability and automation, the conventional warehouse continues to trudge on. You may even be managing one. But secretly, you probably have higher aspirations than to trudge. And as much as you might like to read here how to make labor more plentiful, that’s not going to happen. Sorry. But what you can find…
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Fizyr BV, which provides computer vision software for robots, yesterday said it has won the 2023 AI TechAward in the Visual/Image Machine Learning category. The AI TechAwards celebrate technical innovation, adoption, and reception in the artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data science industries. “Fizyr's computer vision is a great example of the newest AI and machine learning technologies now allowing…
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Vayu Robotics Inc. yesterday emerged from “stealth mode” and announced the closure of $12.7 million in seed financing. The startup claimed that it is a “non-traditional robotics company taking a principles-first approach to solve for cost and ease of deployment.” Palo Alto, Calif.-based Vayu said its principles include “a foundation model for mobility and a disruptive low-cost sensing technology that…
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Mobile robots are not yet a commodity, but they are spreading worldwide. Locus Robotics Corp. today announced that its award-winning autonomous mobile robots, or AMRs, are now available in Italy and Poland. The company said its systems use artificial intelligence to cut costs and improve workplace ergonomics. “We are thrilled to bring Locus's transformative warehouse automation solutions to Italy and…
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Thanks to improvements in motion control and artificial intelligence, numerous devices are becoming autonomous. Kabilan KB is one developer bringing autonomous navigation capabilities to wheelchairs that could help improve mobility for people with disabilities. The undergraduate at the Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences in Coimbatore, India, is powering his autonomous wheelchair project using the NVIDIA Jetson platform for edge…
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Interroll AG last week announced an expansion to its light conveyor platform, or LCP, designed to facilitate the handling of lightweight goods with autonomous mobile robots from Mobile Industrial Robots ApS, or MiR AMRs. The companies said the integrated offering will serve as a flexible bridge between fixed conveyor systems and production lines, empowering customers worldwide to streamline internal logistics.…
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Mobile robots, data, and artificial intelligence promise to make automation easier than ever for warehouses to adopt. But we're not yet at automation nirvana, and operators should still carefully evaluate their own processes, vendors, and integrators before proceeding. Trimble Autonomy offers positioning, modeling, connectivity and data analytics technologies linking hardware and software. The Westminster, Colo.-based company said it can add…
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Your next cup of coffee could be in part thanks to robots. ForwardX Technology Co. last week said that it has collaborated with DHL Supply Chain to deploy assisted picking systems in a flagship warehouse that provides daily replenishment for about 600 chain coffee shops in a single city. “By leveraging our solution, the DHL warehouse has empowered itself with…
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Locus Robotics Corp. today announced that it will showcase its autonomous mobile robots, or AMRs, and present at two sessions at the Logistics Summit on Oct. 11 and 12 in Dusseldorf, Germany. “We're excited to showcase Locus's transformative warehouse technology again at this premier European logistics event,” stated Denis Niezgoda, vice president for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA)…
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Hai Robotics Co., which produces Autonomous Case-handling Robots, or ACRs, today announced the launch of the telescopic Grapple Hook ACR, the HaiPick A42T-E2, and the HaiPick System 3. The Shenzhen, China-based company said its latest innovations can increase storage density and performance with a smaller warehouse footprint. “Businesses nowadays are struggling to not only optimize their warehouse space, but also…
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E-commerce fulfillment was already on an upward trend pre-pandemic. But when COVID-19 hit, this highly popular method of shopping accelerated—and by all forecasts will continue its hefty climb. Consequently, e-commerce continues to present new opportunities for third-party logistics (3PLs) providers and remains a strong growth driver for the industry. Despite the fact that the e-commerce logistics market shrank 5.2% year-over-year…
Ultrasonic sensing enhances robotics perception
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Cybernetix Ventures’ event kicks off Robotics Tech Week 2026 slate of events
Preview the manufacturing and warehouse components that will be on the…
