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Materials handling solution provider and systems integrator AWL, and Fizyr, a provider of vision software for automated picking, have entered into a strategic partnership to offer high-end robotic solutions, especially for the logistics market. As an independent system integrator, AWL works together with various suppliers of robots, vacuum technology, and vision software, among other things. By integrating the artificial intelligence-based…
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SME, the professional association committed to advancing manufacturing and developing a skilled workforce, today recognized 20 successful female leaders working to broaden the use of robotics and automation in the smart manufacturing market globally. This international group of women represent a comprehensive cross section of technologies in robotics and automation. Their common thread: a heightened awareness of the inherent impact…
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Kindred and S&H Systems will partner to integrate Kindred’s SORT robot technology with S&H Systems’ existing material handling and software product portfolio to provide a fully-automated order fulfillment solution for e-commerce and retail operations. S&H Systems offers automated equipment, picking technologies and processes to provide scalable, flexible solutions that drive maximum throughput and order accuracy for all fulfillment workflows and…
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MHS Holdings, a leading global provider of advanced material handling automation solutions, engineering, equipment and software, is moving forward with plans to open a new manufacturing facility in Bowling Green, Kentucky after the Kentucky Economic Development Finance Authority (KEDFA) this week granted preliminary approval of a 10-year agreement that can provide up to $2.5 million in tax incentives. In turn,…
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For the first time, yearly orders of robots from non-automotive sectors surpassed automotive robot orders, as sales of robotic units in North America increased 3.5% in 2020 from 2019. This growth was driven by a strong Q4 that was the second-best quarter ever for North American robotic sales with a 63.6% increase over Q4 2019. Industry statistics – released today…
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Fetch Robotics, a leader in cloud robotics, today announced its new PalletTransport1500, an autonomous mobile robot (AMR) that supports cross-docking, returns and case picking workflows for contactless pallet transport in distribution centers. The PalletTransport1500 will utilize Honeywell Intelligrated’s Momentum warehouse execution system software, known as Momentum WES, to safely move pallets and other large payloads up to 1136kg (2504 lbs.).…
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Attabotics, a 3D robotics company that offers micro-fulfillment center automation, and FoodX Technologies, one of the leading eGrocery Management Solutions (eGMS) providers, today announced a North American joint market offering. By combining Attabotics’ robotics fulfillment system with the FoodX eGrocery software platform for front-end e-commerce, delivery routing, inventory management, fulfillment and reverse logistics, retailers can improve unit economics, increase speed…
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Through 2023, demand for robotic goods-to-person (G2P) systems will quadruple to help enforce social distancing in warehouses, according to Gartner Inc. With G2P systems, the robots deliver the goods to a person who remains in one place. “Fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic is increasing demand for robotics in warehouses and distribution centers,” said Dwight Klappich, vice president analyst with the…
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As a part a $50,000 commitment in support of FIRST Robotics Competitions in 2020, Dematic is pleased to announce the recipients of its inaugural scholarship program for high school students pursuing careers in STEM-related fields (science, technology, engineering, mathematics). Three outstanding students — Drew Pang, Kristen Schang and Geoffrey Xue — each have been awarded a $5,000 scholarship toward a…
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SDI has announced a partnership with Kindred to integrate its materials handling systems and technology with Kindred’s artificial intelligence (AI)-based, pick-and-place robotic solutions. The partnership will help customers meet increasing retail fulfillment demands throughout the entire year, including peak seasons, according to SDI. SDI’s Distribution Center Management System 〈DCMS〉 software application incorporates all parts of DC operations, from the basic…
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Tompkins Robotics, a global leader in the robotic automation of distribution operations, today announced it has named Mike Futch as CEO. Futch, who has served as the company’s president since its inception in 2017, will retain that position and continue to lead the design and forward movement of Tompkins Robotics and its core system, the t-Sort autonomous mobile robot (AMR)…
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Quicktron, a leading autonomous mobile robot (AMR) provider in China, announced today that it has recently completed a new financing round. The C+ round funding was led by KION Group, one of the world’s leading providers of industrial trucks and supply chain solutions, Prosperity7 Ventures, the diversified growth fund of Aramco Ventures as well as multiple investment institutions in China.…
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Geek+, a leader in autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) and warehouse automation, and Universal Logic, a pioneer of an AI/sensor/machine-control software “brain” for robots, announce the beginning of a new partnership. Together, the two technology leaders declare a joint commitment to support the manufacturing and logistics industry with a goods-to-robot solution, for automating supply chain operations. With large parts of the…
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Berkshire Grey, a robotics and artificial intelligence company delivering retail, ecommerce, and logistics fulfillment automation technologies for global companies, today announced the Berkshire Grey Partner Alliance program to offer supply chain customers more options for advanced robotics solutions. The partner program allows customers to work with world-class solution providers, accelerate the benefits of AI-based robotics in their distribution centers, and…
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Hyundai Motor Group and SoftBank Group today agreed on the main terms of a transaction pursuant to which Hyundai Motor Group will acquire a controlling interest in Boston Dynamics in a deal that values the mobile robot firm at $1.1 billion. The deal came as Hyundai Motor Group envisions the transformation of human life by combining world-leading robotics technologies with…
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Cybernetix Ventures’ event kicks off Robotics Tech Week 2026 slate of events
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Preview the manufacturing and warehouse robots and software that will be on…
