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Service robots need to be integrated with building systems to operate on multiple floors. Hyundai Elevator Co. this week signed a memorandum of understanding with LG Electronics and KT Corp. to jointly provide services to link robots and elevators. Last year, LG and KT (formerly Korea Telecom) had partnered to develop and launch customer-service robots. Also last year, Hyundai Elevator…
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Mobile robots and automated lift trucks are increasingly common, but companies also need reliable support and actionable data insights, according to The Raymond Corp. At recent trade shows, the Toyota Industries Company demonstrated how its technologies fit into customer processes. Raymond provides hardware and software for intralogistics operations. The Greene, N.Y.-based company's high-capacity 5600 Orderpicker this week received a gold…
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As in North America, rail networks in Europe are in urgent need of renovation. In Germany alone, around 4,200 km (2,609.7 mi.) of track are to be renovated by 2030. Robel Rail Automation has developed a repair system that includes FANUC industrial robots. “Our customers see a great need for fully automated, robot-assisted maintenance systems,” stated Thomas Weis, head of…
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Cyngn Inc. today announced an agreement with a Fortune 100 heavy equipment manufacturer to deploy DriveMod Stockchasers in its North American factory, starting in the coming weeks. The Menlo Park, Calif.-based company said the manufacturer, which declined to be named, is its largest customer to date. “This contract is another in a string of major successes for us—each of which…
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Robotics manufacturers are challenged to keep up with growing demand for autonomous mobile robots, or AMRs. Advantech Co. and MOV.AI this week announced that they are collaborating to streamline robot creation by providing manufacturers and integrators access to their industrial computing technology and AMR software, respectively. The COVID-19 pandemic and ongoing labor shortages have created a surge in demand for…
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Hongkong Post has worked with Geekplus Technology Co. to implement its first robotic packet-sorting system. The companies said the new technology promises to transform and streamline the packet-sorting process to improve the efficiency for mail handling. “The robotics system with smart technology assists in sorting mail packets to individual delivery points throughout the territory, enabling more efficient and flexible postal…
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It's not too late to adopt automation before the holiday rush. Berkshire Grey Inc. and A.P. Moller—Maersk today announced their first collaboration in the U.K. They said the project will be deployed ahead of the 2023 peak season in Maersk's 685,000 sq. ft. facility at SEGRO Logistics Park East Midlands Gateway. “Berkshire Grey's AI-enabled robotic solutions have a proven track…
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The Pittsburgh Robotics Network today announced the appointment of Jenny Sharpe as the organization’s new senior program manager of workforce development. “In this role, Sharpe will draw on her vast experiences in entrepreneurship, talent management, and community building to strengthen the dynamic nexus of robotics, education, and community that is rapidly transforming Pittsburgh,” it said. This role is in support…
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Locus Robotics, a global provider of autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) for warehouse automation, today broke ground for its new global headquarters in Wilmington, Massachusetts. The company said the expansion stands as a reflection of its remarkable growth and its unwavering commitment to future innovation in the rapidly advancing field of warehouse automation. “We're thrilled to break ground on our new…
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Karter yesterday said it has released three new mobile robots targeted at applications for intralogistics, manufacturing, and agriculture. The Hague, Netherlands-based company said they are designed to be agile and transport heavy products and components. “These Karters are the future of material handling,” stated Patrick van Tiel, commercial manager for autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) at Karter, in a release. “They…
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Locus Robotics Corp. today broke ground for its new global headquarters near Boston. The company said the new facility in Wilmington, Mass., will serve as the hub for its growing global operations and will provide room for future expansion. “We're thrilled to break ground on our new headquarters in Wilmington,” stated Rick Faulk, CEO of Locus Robotics, in a release.…
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Collaborative Robotics today announced that it has raised $30 million in Series A funding. The San Francisco startup said it will use the funds to begin scaling early field deployments and manufacturing its novel cobots. “Our vision for a future where robots seamlessly integrate into our surroundings to enhance operational efficiency and human potential is now closer than ever,” stated…
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SoftBank Group Corp. and Symbotic Inc. yesterday announced that they have established GreenBox Systems LLC, a joint venture to address the more than $500 billion annual warehouse-as-a-service market opportunity. Symbotic also announced a customer contract worth about $7.5 billion with GreenBox, which will be the exclusive provider of its systems and supply chain services to that market. “We are pleased…
Ultrasonic sensing enhances robotics perception
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…
