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Robots offer the possibility of more efficient and profitable recycling, keeping more waste out of landfills. The Can Manufacturers Institute today said it is using an innovative financing model to deploy a robot at a Caglia Environmental material recovery facility, or MRF, in California. Ardagh Metal Packaging and Crown Holdings, two members of the Can Manufacturers Institute (CMI), will fund…
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The energy sector plays a key role in Norway's robotics and automation industry. Investments in renewable sources could boost demand for automation, according to a recent market report from HowToRobot.com and the Norwegian Society of Electric and Automatic Control, or NFEA. “The Norway findings underscore a global shift: Robots and automation aren't limited to manufacturing anymore,” stated Søren Peters, CEO…
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To maximize the productivity of an autonomous mobile robot (AMR) or automatic guided vehicle (AGV) deployment, it’s critical to create the optimal environment that allows the vehicles to perform at their peak. For that reason, Cornerstone Specialty Wood Products, LLC® created the new TriGard® ESD Ultra finish for its ResinDek® engineered flooring panels. The new finish is ideal for high-traffic…
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Dobot Robotics last week opened its U.S. office in Dallas, following its global expansion strategy. The Shenzhen, China-based company also launched its CRA series of collaborative robots and the associated VX500 Smart Camera in the U.S. market. Dobot said the new products expand its range of high-performance, easy-to-use cobots for companies in industries such as electronics, automotive, and metal processing.…
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Oceaneering International Inc. last week said the pricing of its previously announced $200 million offering of additional 6.0% senior notes due 2028 is available in a private placement to eligible purchasers at a price of 91.5% of par, plus accrued interest from Aug. 1. In 1964, Mike Hughes and Johnny Johnson formed a Gulf of Mexico diving company called World…
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Global provider stow Group, which offers advanced storage solutions and automated warehouse systems, has announced the launch of its new “Movu Robotics” brand, developed to strengthen its robotics business and to meet increasing customer demand for automation and robotics solutions. The new brand replaces the name “stow Robotics” as of Sep 19th 2023. Movu Robotics is based in new headquarters…
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WORCESTER, Mass.—If all politics is local, so too are opportunities to develop workforces and boost regional economies with robotics. The Massachusetts Technology Collaborative last week held its third annual Massachusetts Manufacturing Mash-Up at Polar Park, showcasing collaboration among business, academia, and government to innovate, educate, and grow. About 1,500 people attended the event, 25% growth over 2022, according to the…
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IAM Robotics this week announced that it has changed its name to Onward Robotics, with a new logo, visual identity, and website. The Pittsburgh-based company said it has evolved from a developer of mobile manipulation systems to a provider of software and hardware for person-to-goods automation. “This transition has been an exciting and transformational process for us,” said CEO Lance…
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Diligent Robotics yesterday announced $25 million in new financing that it plans to use to expand its network of Moxi robots in hospitals across the U.S., further develop the product, and triple its market reach. “The incredible demand we've seen for Moxi is [not only] a testament to the clear value of using robotic automation to augment and support frontline…
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RiACT and Phoenix Mecano AB this week announced that they have partnered to create XtendR, a system to give collaborative robots greater flexibility and efficiency. XtendR integrates a high-grade industrial lifting column from Phoenix Mecano’s X2 Technology brand with any cobot and any gripper, allowing the cobot to extend its reach and access different working heights. RiACT said its RiFLEX…
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Clevon today announced that its robots have delivered close to 1,500 packages for DHL Express Estonia since they began their partnership in the summer of 2022. The partners reported that customers have welcomed the service, and they plan to expand their collaboration. “Initially, there was a lot of uncertainty because neither our nor DHL's global team had previously tested such…
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V and B—Vin et Bière, or Wine and Beer—has been growing, with 262 bar stores, and 80% of them franchised. The French company plans to open a new 7,200 sq. m (77,500 sq. ft.) warehouse in January 2024 in Château Gontier sur Mayenne. V and B has decided to use SCALLOG robots to meet its performance, agility, and corporate social…
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The Manifest Vegas 2024 team has shared a sneak peek of what attendees can expect to see and hear on the Plenary Stage on both Feb. 6 and 7, 2024. A collection of C-level executives, recent winners of Alcott Global's Leaders of Supply Chain Awards 2023 and Gartner Inc.'s No. 1 Top Global Supply Chain company will take the stage…
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Brightpick yesterday announced strong global sales growth for its Autopicker robots, which debuted in February. The privately held company said it has ramped up operations to fill the demand, and it is now manufacturing hundreds of robots annually for installations around the world at its plant in Europe. “Demand for Brightpick Autopicker has far exceeded our expectations,” said Jan Zizka,…
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Körber Business Area Supply Chain and Geekplus Technology Co. today celebrated three years of strategic partnership. The companies said the anniversary is “an important milestone in Körber's journey to provide businesses worldwide with efficient, scalable, and sustainable end-to-end logistics solutions.” The partners said they have successfully deployed thousands of autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) in 30 implementations in eight regions. Körber…
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