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ForwardX Technology Co. yesterday unveiled the Flex 60-T, an autonomous mobile robot, or AMR, equipped with an advanced docking and towing system for cate trolleys. The Beijing-based company plans to show the Flex 60-T for the first time at CeMAT Australia this week. Cage trolleys, or roll cages, transport heavy loads of products and equipment in warehouses, factories, distribution centers,…
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As warehouses and distribution centers become more sophisticated, the equipment within them has also advanced. The e-commerce surge and persistent labor shortages have driven vendor innovation, resulting in a host of put walls with new features that address companies’ current and future needs. A type of warehouse racking system, a put wall can batch work in large fulfillment centers. They…
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GXO Logistics Inc. today announced that it has promoted Adrian Stoch to the newly created role of chief automation officer in response to “the tremendous customer demand for automation.” It added that the role “has global responsibility for establishing industry-leading automation capabilities to be deployed across GXO's network, generating new business opportunities, and furthering the company's distinct automation advantage. Stock…
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SoftBank Group Corp. and Symbotic, a provider of A.I.-powered robotic automation technology for supply chains, today announced the establishment of GreenBox Systems LLC, a new joint venture to address what the partners are calling the “warehouse-as-a-service” market. The partners figure the addressable annual market for this type of “as-a-service” offering to be $500 billion, based on U.S. case throughput based…
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ForwardX Robotics, a global provider of vision-based autonomous mobile robot (AMR) technology, recently announced the successful completion of its latest funding round. With this round which closed on July 7th, ForwardX Robotics has raised a substantial amount of funding, marked as $30 million and bringing the series C total to $61 million. The companies states this round will be instrumental…
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Omron Automation Americas recently announced Jet Automation Inc. as a new partner in its Certified Systems Integrator program. The companies have been jointly developing a palletizer system. Jet Automation has more than 20 years of experience in providing services for industrial automation and controls for various industries. The Mississauga, Canada-based company said its engineers specialize in delivering innovative technologies to…
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Mobile robots and autonomous lift trucks promise to improve flexibility and agility, but how can warehouse and factory operators be sure of reaping those benefits? Uncertainty has held back adoption of new technologies, but suppliers have recognized the challenge and are addressing it with easier-to-use systems and close collaboration with prospective customers. Hyster-Yale Materials Handling Inc. provides manual and automated…
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Aurora Innovation Inc. last week said it expected to raise a total of $820 million to continue developing and commercializing its autonomous trucks. The Pittsburgh-based company had offered more than 73.3 million shares of Class A common stock at $3 per share and granted underwriters a 30-day option to purchase up to an additional 10.9 million shares. Aurora said it…
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On July 12, Unitree Technology Co. unveiled its latest quadruped robot—the Unitree Go2, which features embodied artificial intelligence. The company said it expects this product to revolutionize the consumer-grade quadruped robots industry, leading to a transformation of the sector. Back in June 2021, Unitree released its first side-follow bionic robot, the Go1, a technological breakthrough that attracted widespread attention and…
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Despite rising inflation rates, the demand for eyewear remains consistent. The Vision Council’s Consumer inSights report for the second quarter of 2023 revealed that 80% of surveyed consumers use vision-correction tools. Among those who wear prescription glasses, more than half made a purchase within the past 12 months. A critical factor in meeting these consumer needs is the growing use…
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Noble Corp., a leading trade supplier of plumbing, HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning), fire protection, and industrial technologies in Ontario, wanted to improve the customer service experience. The Concord, Canada-based company claimed that it is the first in its industry to implement an AutoStore warehouse automation system. “This integration with AutoStore represents our commitment to innovation and our dedication…
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The combination of a collaborative robot and state-of-the-art vacuum technology can relieve worker strain during lifting operations, according to euroTECH Vertriebs GmbH. The company this week said it is the exclusive distribution partner of Cobot Lift ApS in Germany. Collaborative robot arms can safely work alongside people, saving time and money as well as protecting health, said Slagelse, Denmark-based Cobot…
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Robotics suppliers have focused on ease of use as a differentiator and a necessary step toward wider adoption of automation. Mitsubishi Electric Automation Inc. this week launched a machine tending offering for its LoadMate Plus product line that it said is easy to implement. Mitsubishi Electric Automation claimed that its machine tending systems can improve productivity and reduce operating costs.…
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As automation advances, simulation technology must progress further to support specification, deployment, and re-deployment, said SCHUNK GmbH. The company this week announced that it has partnered with READY Robotics to develop the Automation Explorer simulation tool. “Automation Explorer will bring confidence to both new and experienced users of automation that their process is being optimized to its full potential,” stated…
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Ati Motors today announced that its Series A funding round has closed at $10.85 million (U.S.). The Bengaluru, India-based company said the investment will further accelerate the development and deployment of its robots for warehouses and industrial environments. “The autonomous robots space is brimming with immense opportunities, and we’re at the forefront of this revolution as we transform industrial operations,”…
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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…
