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Constant advancements in technology are changing how business is done. The manufacturing industry in particular is becoming more efficient, as production, assembly, and supply chain operations add automation. Learn more about the increasing role of technology across manufacturing in the infographic below. Technology is affecting numerous areas of manufacturing through a broad range of methods, tools, and processes. They include:…
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CAMBRIDGE, Mass.—At last night's RoboSource event, Venture Café and MassRobotics hosted discussions of how robotics developers, startups, investors, and users can collaborate to ensure they make the most of automation. RoboSource featured three speakers, 15 exhibitors, and over 400 attendees. “The goal is to get people together from manufacturers, local startups, and large corporates,” said Russell Nickerson, engagement liaison at…
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Olis Robotics today announced that it has raised $4.1 million in funding. The Seattle-based company specializes in remote monitoring, control, and error-recovery technology for industrial robots. It said it plans to use the funding to support additional brands representing more than half of all industrial robots, expand partnerships with systems integrators in North America, and develop new software products. A…
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Despite advances, the architecture, engineering, and construction industries still face the challenge of slow and costly manufacture of large components, according to SAEKI Robotics AG. The Lupfig, Switzerland-based company yesterday launched from stealth with $2.3 million in seed funding. It said it plans to create automated plants using industrial robots and 3D printing to build everything from aircraft wings to…
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Serve Robotics Inc. today announced that it has raised $30 million in capital and conversion of existing convertible notes. The San Francisco-based robotic delivery company has also completed a reverse merger with Patricia Acquisition Corp. that will take it public. Founded in 2017 as the robotics division of Postmates, Serve Robotics has developed zero-emissions robots to serve people in public…
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More robots may soon be just outside your window. Skyline Robotics this week announced the completion of a $3.35 million funding round that it plans to use for its ongoing 2023 businesss operations plan. The company has developed OZMO, which it claimed is “the world's first high-rise window-cleaning robot.” “Despite a difficult economy, Skyline Robotics remains an attractive target to…
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DHL Supply Chain and Locus Robotics today announced the deployment of fully integrated LocusBots in Australia in what they said is “a first for the Asia-Pacific region.” They also said the LocusONE warehouse automation platform meets the complex quality-assurance profiles and regulations of medical device customers Cardinal Health and Terumo. “At DHL Supply Chain Australia, we are leading the industry…
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The robots in retail are getting smarter. Badger Technologies yesterday said it is rolling out robots at McCoy's Building Supply stores to improve operational efficiencies and customer service after a successful pilot. San Marcos, Texas-based McCoy's Building Supply claimed that it is one of the nation’s largest, privately held building-supply retailers, with 85 stores throughout Texas, New Mexico, and Oklahoma.…
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SprutCAM Tech Ltd. today announced that it will show its SprutCAM X Robot offline robot programming software and the 17th version of its SprutCAM X system for computer-aided design and manufacturing at the EMO Hannover manufacturing trade fair. The company will show its innovations at Booth E06 in Hall 9 from Sept. 18 to 23 in Hannover, Germany. After a…
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One of the best applications for robots is to relieve medical personnel of tedious tasks. Chang Industrial and Mobile Industrial Robots ApS yesterday announced that they have formed a strategic partnership to use autonomous systems to improve the patient experience, nursing staff activities, and supplies management in the healthcare industry. Nursing shortages continue to be a problem for the industry,…
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While many warehouse operators are aware of the challenges posed by labor shortages and shifting demand, they may not know how automation can help them in the “last 100 feet,” according to enVista LLC. SLAM line automation is one approach to addressing this challenge, it said. Founded in 2002, enVista builds physical and digital systems to help optimize supply chains,…
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Startups are moving fast to apply artificial intelligence advances to commercial robotics. Sereact GmbH yesterday announced that it had obtained $5 million in seed funding. The Stuttgart, Germany-based company said it plans to use the proceeds to expand its interdisciplinary team and to support the development and international rollout of its new PickGPT offering. Sereact said it is building AI-powered…
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Artificial intelligence, simulation, and robotics are continuing to rapidly advance. NVIDIA Corp. today announced a major release of its NVIDIA Omniverse software that it said offers new foundation applications and services for developers to enhance and optimize their 3D pipelines with the OpenUSD framework and generative AI. Omniverse is a Universal Scene Description or OpenUSD-native platform for connecting, describing, and…
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ATI Industrial Automation today announced that its Multi-Axis Force/Torque Sensors are compatible with FANUC's robots and Force Control Software. “This collaboration opens up new possibilities for advanced automation and precision control in robotic applications,” said the Apex, N.C.-based company. “This collaboration brings together two industry-leading solutions, enabling our customers to achieve new levels of dexterity, efficiency, and reliability in their…
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Chery Automobile Co. and ForwardX Technology Co. said they are collaborating to implement mobile robots to streamline operations, improve efficiency, and enhance automated assembly at the Chery Super One Factory in Qingdao, China. Founded in 1997, Chery Automobile has established research and development centers in China, Germany, the U.S., and Brazil and an R&D team of more than 5,500 people.…
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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…
Preview the manufacturing and warehouse robots and software that will be on…
