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As mobile robots proliferate, suppliers are expanding their industry knowledge and working to differentiate themselves based on safety and reliability. OTTO Motors this week named two executives with engineering and integration experience as co-presidents. The Kitchener, Ontario-based company also recently announced a lifetime powertrain warranty for its autonomous mobile robots, or AMRs. “When we built our first prototype in 2013,…
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A major challenge for the freight industry is addressing underutilization and inefficient load procurement. Aurora Innovation Inc. and Uber Freight LLC today announced a multiphase commercial pilot to move freight in Texas and to explore integrating access to Uber Freight’s network within the Aurora Horizon trucking product suite. The companies said their combined offerings will enable carriers to maximize fleet…
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Before an operation brings robots in for the first time, simulation can help suppliers, integrators, and end users understand where to best apply automation and what process or infrastructure changes might be needed to maximize efficiency. Seegrid Corp. today announced that it has partnered with Applied Intuition Inc. to create 3D virtual warehouses, factories, and distribution centers to support the…
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As manufacturers looking for faster and more efficient means of production, robots are becoming more capable. ABB yesterday announced that it is adding the E10 and V250XT controllers to its OmniCore line. The company said they are available for robots across its portfolio and offer “best-in-class” motion control and 20% energy savings. ABB also said the new controllers provide future-proofing…
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HAI Robotics yesterday announced that more than 100 units of its HAIPORT-powered Workstation have been put into operation globally since it launched the product a year ago. The Shenzhen, China-based company said the system has significantly improved order-fulfillment efficiency for its customers, which have been under pressure to update their warehouses with higher throughput capacity. “HAIPORT-powered Workstation offers an innovative…
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GXO Logistics Inc. today announced that it has deployed 6 River Systems Inc. collaborative mobile robots on multiple mezzanine floors in one of its distribution centers in Milton Keynes, U.K. The Greenwich, Conn.-based company said the deployment was an industry first. “This multi-tiered installation is groundbreaking for us and a first in our industry,” stated Gavin Williams, managing director for…
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The use of industrial robots in factories around the world has continued to accelerate, said the International Federation of Robotics today. The average robot density is now 126 robots per 10,000 employees in manufacturing – nearly double the number of 66 units in 2015, according to the “2021 World Robot Report.” By regions, the average robot density in Asia/Australia is…
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ForwardX Robotics, which develops mobile robots for warehousing and manufacturing environments, today announced that it has raised $31 million in its initial Series C1 funding round. The Beijing-based company said it plans to use the new capital to accelerate its research and development timeline, increase its deployment capabilities in key markets such as the U.S., and expand its sales reach…
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Flytrex Inc. today said it has received approval from the Federal Aviation Administration to expand its delivery radius to one nautical mile across all of its operating stations in North Carolina. The Tel Aviv, Israel-based company claimed that it has already completed more drone deliveries to homes than any other company in the U.S. “Drone delivery is reaching new heights…
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Apex.AI Inc., which has developed safety-certified software for mobility and autonomous applications, today said it has raised $56.5 million in Series B funding. The company said it plans to use the financing to scale up globally and expand into new markets. “Disruptions in mobility such as self-driving, connected vehicles, e-mobility, and shared mobility all rely on software but lack a…
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Winters in Norwich, Conn., are cold, snowy and long, and it can be a nightmare for those involved with trucking fleet maintenance—like Ken Cassar at a local US Foods distribution facility. One of the nation’s leading food and food service products distributors, US Foods serves independent restaurants as well as health care, hospitality entities, educational institutions, and retail operations across…
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Ryder System Inc. today announced that it has agreed to acquire Whiplash, a provider of omnichannel fulfillment and retail logistics services, for about $480 million in cash. “The acquisition of Whiplash is consistent with our strategy to accelerate growth in our higher-return supply chain business,” stated Robert Sanchez, chairman and CEO of Ryder. “It also expands our e-commerce and omnichannel…
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Pick-and-place robots are increasingly helping manufacturers around the world. Scape Technologies A/S today announced a partnership with machine tools provider Demek CNC OÜ and an order from hand tool producer HEYCO-WERK SÜD as it continues to serve the automotive industry. Founded in 2004, Scape Technologies has developed patented technology to recognize, pick and place parts. The Odense, Denmark-based company works…
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German Bionic today announced the fifth generation of its Cray X exoskeleton. The Augsburg, Germany-based company said its new smart power suit includes several safety, robustness, and productivity enhancements and will ship worldwide early next year. “The fifth-generation Cray X underscores our technology leadership in the massively growing international exoskeleton market,” stated Armin G. Schmidt, CEO of German Bionic. “The…
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Editor’s note: This is the second of two stories focused on the adoption of automation by small to mid-sized distributors. In the November issue, we learned how Top Notch Distributors made the leap from paper-based, pick-to-cart operations to system-directed pick-to-robots. In this issue, we revisit NorthShore Care Supply, which we featured in the September 2020 System Report, to see how…
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