Electric motor and actuator, motion control subsystems, and related electro-mechanical components provider Johnson Electric recently announced a new fast rotary actuator designed specifically for divert motion in sliding shoe sorters - high-speed automated sortation systems essential to large ecommerce, postal, distribution, and shipping operations. The unit, known as “Solligence,” can deliver actuation times as low as five microseconds - faster than a bolt of lightning - and can perform more than five complete cycles in less time than an average person can blink. Although shoe sorters have dominated the warehouse automation industry for decades, increasing their performance has posed significant…
Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. will be celebrating 50 Years of supporting the machine tool industry in North America at the International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS) 2024. IMTS 2024 will be held Sept. 9-14 at McCormick Place in Chicago. Mitsubishi Electric will showcase its latest automation and machining systems through interactive demonstrations at booth 338136 in the South Building “We are excited to be celebrating 50 years of supporting the machine tool industry with our new and existing customers,” said Scott Strache, Mitsubishi Electric Automation senior product manager for mechatronics. “To uphold our quality, performance, and compatibility promises, we proudly support…
Industrial manufacturing robotics provider Tormach recently presented its 2024 Instructor of the Year award to Danielle Ward, a teacher at Hilldale High School in Muskogee, Okla. The award was presented at the Annual Leadership Summit for the National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3) at Gateway Technical College. This award recognizes Ward’s outstanding contributions to STEM education, including her innovative approach and passion for hands-on learning. Bringing robotics into the classroom Ward’s journey to becoming an award-winning STEM educator was an unexpected one but is a testament to the power of following one’s passion and the impact of dedicated teaching. “My…
Seegrid, a Pittsburgh-based provider of autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) for pallet material handling, announced the closure of its $50M Series D investment round, funded by existing lead investors Giant Eagle Incorporated and G2 Venture Partners, as well as smaller investments from other existing shareholders. The investment, according to the company allows Seegrid to accelerate its autonomous lift truck market initiatives, which are currently generating more growth than expected. Seegrid takes major steps in AMR, lift truck production Research firm Interact Analysis projected that mobile robot spending will reach nearly $3.5B by 2027. “We are thrilled to have secured this additional…
Leading organic vegetable freezing company Westhof BIO has significantly enhanced its storage capacity and operational efficiency with the implementation of Movu atlas pallet shuttles and a stow Racking silo. They combine to provide an automated system that can handle over 5,000 pallets of organic vegetables at -24°C (-11.2° F), ensuring reliable and efficient storage and retrieval processes year-round. The system achieves a throughput of 60 storage and retrieval operations per hour, meeting Westhof BIO’s goal of optimizing production and warehouse processes and delivering high-quality organic vegetables while making the best use of resources and reducing environmental impact. Germany's leading freezer,…
The Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) will host its third Global Artificial Intelligence (GAIN) Summit Sept. 10-12 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, bringing together AI researchers and policymakers from around the world. SDAIA said GAIN 2024 will explore themes such as generative AI, AI in urban life, and the ethical governance of AI, aiming to provide a comprehensive discussion on the technology's impact on society, business, and government. Set to take place at the King Abdul Aziz International Conference Center, the event will have over 300 speakers from over 100 countries, including AI specialists from around the world who…
In celebration of its longtime role as an innovator and a partner in enhancing productivity and workplace safety, Rethink Robotics will return to the International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS) 2024 with a major company relaunch and rebranding. With a fresh identity and renewed vision, Rethink Robotics said it continues to push the boundaries of innovation, seamlessly integrating advanced robotics into the workplace. The IMTS trade show will be held Sept. 9-14 at McCormick Place in Chicago, IL. Rethink Robotics will be located in North Building, Level 3, Booth 236203. The company will reveal more details about its relaunch during a…
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ProGlove, a Munich-based producer of wearable scanners for innovating human-centered productivity, has appointed Charles Jackson to the Head of North America role to execute on the company’s growth strategy in the North American market. Jackson was selected to run the North American market due to his deep sector expertise and proven track record in driving strategic market development. In his new role, he will lead the charge in expanding ProGlove’s North American footprint, with a focus on commercializing ProGlove’s data capabilities and a roadmap to drive customer productivity, safety and health use cases. ProGlove looks to expand presence in Americas…
Pittsburgh-based Gather AI, a provider of autonomous drone AI software for warehouse and supply chain visibility, recently hired Larisa Summers as its new head of marketing. Summers aims to further accelerate Gather AI’s growth momentum by contributing her over 10 years of supply chain and over 20 years marketing experience. She will highlight impact stories from Gather AI customers, accelerate the brand as the company deepens market penetration, and introduce new automation and inventory visibility analytics systems to the supply chain market. Summers brings experience from startups turned Fortune 500s Prior to Gather AI, Summers served as chief marketing officer…
