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HAI ROBOTICS, a Chinese warehouse robotics startup and provider of an autonomous case-handling robotics (ACR) system, has secured two new continuous rounds of financing, garnering approximately $200 million in total to be invested in boosting its robot fleet with technological upgrades, expanding its global operation networks, optimizing its supply chain management and corporate structure as well as talent, the company…
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Thanks to its confluence of academia, government research and development, and corporate investment, Pittsburgh continues to be a leader in automation innovation. Oshkosh Corp., which provides mission-critical vehicles and essential equipment, and Carnegie Foundry, a robotics and artificial intelligence venture studio, this week announced a strategic partnership. Oshkosh is also investing an unspecified amount in Carnegie Foundry to accelerate innovation…
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HAI Robotics, which has developed autonomous case-handling robots, yesterday announced that it has secured $200 million in Series C and D financing. The company said it plans to use the investment to make technical updates to its robot fleet, expand its global operation networks, and optimize its supply chain management and staff. “Our major future orientation will center on expanding…
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Embark Trucks Inc., which is developing autonomous technology for the trucking industry, last week announced that it has partnered with Ryder System Inc. The companies plan to launch a nationwide network of up to 100 Embark transfer points, where Ryder will provide yard operations, maintenance, and fleet management to support a seamless coast-to-coast autonomous network for Embark fleet partners. “A…
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While many mobile robot providers jumped on the disinfection bandwagon during the COVID-19 pandemic, a few were already involved in cleaning applications. Avidbots Corp. today announced that it has expanded the functionality of its Neo 2 floor-scrubbing robot with a sprayer that can disinfect high-touch surfaces more economically and safely than other approaches. “The days of having single-purpose robots for…
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SoftBank Robotics Group Corp. today announced a global partnership with Keenon Robotics Co., which focuses on indoor service robots. The global launch expands on Keenon's announcement last week of $200 million in Series D funding and collaboration with SoftBank Robotics. The companies said they will work together to expand the use of robotics in the service industry. They said that…
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Mujin Inc., a Japanese company that has brought “machine intelligence” to robots across Asia since 2011, today opened its first office in North America. Mujin Corp.'s facility in Sandy Springs, Ga., north of Atlanta, will house its expanding engineering, sales, and support staff, including Ross Diankov, co-founder of Mujin and CEO of Mujin Corp. “Companies that want to automate mundane…
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Robotic lift trucks can not only increase your operation’s efficiency and productivity – they can also help your bottom line. But how? Discover answers to some of the most commonly asked questions like: How much can robotic lift trucks help cut operating costs? How long might it take to achieve ROI? Can robotic lift trucks fully replace employees?
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Locus Robotics, a leading provider of autonomous mobile robots (AMR) for fulfillment warehouses, today announced that it has acquired Waypoint Robotics, a leading provider of autonomous, omnidirectional mobile robots which can move and handle larger payloads. “Locus is the proven leader in the development of highly productive and innovative AMR technology that efficiently solves our customers’ needs for total warehouse…
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Locus Robotics, a leading provider of autonomous mobile robots (AMR) for fulfillment warehouses, today announced that it has acquired Waypoint Robotics, a leading provider of autonomous, omnidirectional mobile robots which can move and handle larger payloads. “Locus is the proven leader in the development of highly productive and innovative AMR technology that efficiently solves our customers’ needs for total warehouse…
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Thomas H. Lee Partners L.P., or THL, today announced a definitive agreement with Brooks Automation Inc. to acquire its Semiconductor Solutions Group for $3 billion in cash. The transaction is expected to close in the first half of calendar year 2022 upon satisfaction of customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals. “We are excited to be joining forces with THL, with…
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Locus Robotics Corp., which supplies autonomous mobile robots, or AMRs, for fulfillment centers, today said it has acquired Waypoint Robotics Inc., which makes industrial-strength, omnidirectional mobile robots. The companies did not disclose terms but said the combination will enable them to better serve both warehouse and manufacturing operations. “Locus is the proven leader in the development of highly productive and…
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Collaborative robots, or cobots, were not made to replace workers in supply chains. These machines were created to improve their working experience. Cobots help their human counterparts by assisting them in tasks that can be repetitive or even dangerous. In fact, collaborative robots offer advantages during the pandemic, given the strict social distancing protocols. With the help of cobots and…
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GrAI Matter Labs, a pioneer of brain-inspired, ultra-low latency computing, and ADLINK Technology Inc., an expert in edge computing, today announced that they have partnered to create a platform based on ADLINK’s SMARC I-Pi Development kits and the GrAI VIP (Vision Inference Processor). “We are so thrilled to be working with ADLINK as a provider of cutting-edge SMARC modules for…
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Robotics may not be poised to take human jobs, but they have become a vital tool in a variety of industries. And they require a certain level of maintenance to keep running smoothly. What are some of the most common problems that each commonly used type of industrial robot experiences? What should operators and technicians look for when performing regular…
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