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Novarc Technologies Inc. today announced that it has successfully completed a Series A fundraising round. Caterpillar Venture Capital Inc. joined strategic supporters of the North Vancouver, Canada-based company, which is using artificial intelligence and robotics to address welding applications. “We are thrilled to welcome Caterpillar as an investor in Novarc,” said Soroush Karimzadeh, CEO of Novarc Technologies, in a release.…
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While more operations are deploying Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) and Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) in their facilities, not every existing ground floor surface can support them. Many existing concrete floors have swales and slopes, cracks and spalling, and surfaces that can’t stand up to repetitive robotic traffic patterns. Fortunately, ResinDek® panels can be installed directly on top of an existing…
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OTTO Motors today announced that its OTTO Lifter has been recognized with a Gold Stevie Award in the Manufacturing Solution category in the 20th Annual International Business Awards. The company said its autonomous forklift address the challenges of labor shortages, safety, and productivity in warehouses and manufacturing facilities worldwide. “OTTO Lifter was only introduced to the manufacturing industry last year,…
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Brenton LLC claimed last week that its new XCP Series continuous motion case picker is engineered to enable fast, consistent changeovers, including easy access to all critical areas of operation. The ProMach Inc. brand said the case packing system is suitable for applications up to 70 cases per minute and will be on display at PACK EXPO. “The goal with…
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The term “elegance” appears frequently on Exotec's website, and you might just dismiss it as another tagline in the vast sea of content marketing. However, for the company, this is not just a marketing phrase; it is also a design philosophy. The approach started with the idea of mathematical elegance. That is, finding solutions and proofs that are surprisingly simple…
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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,…
Ultrasonic sensing enhances robotics perception
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Cybernetix Ventures’ event kicks off Robotics Tech Week 2026 slate of events
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