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Rockwell Automation Inc. this week signed a memorandum of understanding with Doosan Robotics at a summit in Washington, D.C., marking the 70th anniversary of the alliance between the U.S. and South Korea. The companies agreed to further integrate their controllers and robots, as well as develop other technologies for industrial automation, smart factories, and additional applications. “We are proud to…
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Node Modules and OTTO Motors are working together to develop new products for autonomous mobile robots. Both companies will be present at the upcoming LogiMAT 2023 fair, where they will showcase their latest automation solutions. Nord Modules’ top modules are designed to be robust and reliable, while Otto’s autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) are designed for flexibility and efficiency. By combining…
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At Hannover Messe in Germany last week, igus GmbH displayed numerous offerings for power management, product development, and affordable robotics. While well-known for its energy chains and lubrication-free bearings, the company demonstrated its diversification into low-cost automation. “I'm most excited for igus to be recognized at Hannover Messe as a technology company, not just injection molding,” said Frank Blase, CEO…
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Patrick Helfrich of Helfrich Brothers Boiler Works Inc. is seeing much higher numbers of orders from customers these days. Part of that demand is being driven by reshoring efforts. Customers have experienced firsthand the instability from relying too heavily on the global supply chain and are making efforts to bring production closer to home. Helfrich Brothers Boiler Works primarily designs…
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Outrider today released a new patent-pending technology that provides real-time tracking of trailers and containers in yards. With this enhanced visibility into asset and freight locations, logistics-dependent enterprises will increase the efficiency of their yard operations, said the Golden, Colo-based company said. Outrider provides autonomous yard technologies for the logistics industry. It said it uses technology already installed on its…
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In Bradenton, Fla., the owner of the Anna Maria Oyster Bar Landside has two robots that wheel out food to those dining in the restaurant. They are ideal assets for performing a task that people ordinarily perform. Today, robots can be used in small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) to perform innumerable tasks from cleaning and sanitizing to sweeping, cutting grass,…
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Nestled close to the geographic center of Ohio sits one of the busiest supply chain regions in North America. Columbus, Ohio, and its surrounding communities are no secret to logistics professionals who use the region to bring goods into the country and shuttle them throughout the country. Ohio boasts the seventh largest economy in the U.S. and a workforce of…
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At LogiMAT this week, Fizyr BV displayed its expanded suite of artificial intelligence systems for supply chain robotics. The Delft, Netherlands-based company said its vision AI technology enables its partners to automate many of the most complex tasks in logistics. “Other vision AI providers stage successful demonstrations with ideal conditions but struggle in the real world,” stated Ken Fleming, CEO…
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At the Hannover Messe trade show last week, Siemens unveiled a digital model of its next-generation FREYR Battery factories that was developed using NVIDIA technology. Munich-based Siemens said it created the model partly to highlight a strategic partnership with FREYR. Siemens has become FREYR’s preferred automation supplier, enabling the Oslo, Norway-based group to scale up production and maximize plant efficiency.…
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Avidbots, a developer of cleaning robots, has launched the Neo 2W, a new robot designed specifically for warehouses and manufacturing environments. The Kitchener, Ontario-based company said the new robot features a Debris Diverter, a Bulk Navigator, and Advanced Obstacle Detection (AOD). Those technologies allow the robot to pick up debris off warehouse floors and navigate around obstacles. “The release of…
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Robots are increasing in complexity, with a higher degree of autonomy, a higher number and diversity of sensors, and more sensor fusion-based algorithms. Hardware acceleration is essential to run these increasingly complex workloads, enabling robotics applications that can run greater workloads with more speed and power efficiency, according to NVIDIA. The mission of NVIDIA Isaac ROS has always been to…
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Automation solutions provider Addverb has announced the launch of a smart factory with Purdue University’s School of Engineering Technology. Addverb’s live automation system comprising both hardware and software will enable Manufacturing Engineering Technology (MFET) undergraduate students and faculty to interact with real-world applications of modern industrial automation in supply chain management and warehouse design, explained the company, known for autonomous…
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Many small and midsize manufacturers have been unable to take advantage of automation because of the cost and technical support required to deploy and maintain the systems. Developers are ramping up efforts to introduce ease-of-use features to make robots more accessible to a broader, more transversal pool of users. Making robots easier to implement and use has helped smaller shops…
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3D camera provider Orbbec yesterday unveiled an AI-Aided SDK Programming Guide for its cameras. The company claimed that it will enable software developers to easily create applications and sample code by conversing with ChatGPT in natural language. “We're excited to announce the AI-Aided SDK guide for Orbbec 3D camera,” stated David Chen, co-founder and chief technology officer of Orbbec, in…
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Configura Sverige AB this week announced that it is collaborating with Jungheinrich AG to develop various product configurators for complex logistics systems. The strategic partnership is intended to cover Jungheinrich's entire plant-design process, from initial planning and calculation to the creation of a bill of materials for customers. “Configura has officially been awarded the contract as the central software solution…
Ultrasonic sensing enhances robotics perception
World's first omni-modal evaluation including tactile sensing for…
Cybernetix Ventures’ event kicks off Robotics Tech Week 2026 slate of events
Preview the manufacturing and warehouse components that will be on the…
