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Telecommunication company stc Bahrain claims to have launched Seef, Bahrian’s first unified automation and intelligence program it has developed in partnership with telecommunications equipment company Huawei. The program, titled uNOC, is the first in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) to operate on a unified platform leveraging the latest technologies such as AI, machine learning, and automation technologies, the…
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Nordic Unmanned last week said it has entered into an agreement in which it will gain control of 55% of the shares in DroneMatrix N.V. Nordic Unmanned said the investment will strengthen its position in Europe, complement existing systems for multiple market verticals, and accelerate DroneMatrix's development and growth. “The partnership with DroneMatrix enables both companies to scale their commercial…
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For many large enterprises, automation is still ramping up and working through testing stages, meaning planning for the future is top priority. It always gives the opportunity to predict certain issues that may occur operating robotics at scale so that they can be met with a comprehensive plan. Operating larger fleets can present an entirely new set of obstacles than…
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BALYO SA last week announced that it has renewed its cooperation agreement with KION Group AG through May 8, 2027. BALYO makes mobile robots and autonomous lift trucks, and KION is the parent company of Linde Material Handling, which manufactures such equipment. The companies first partnered in 2017. “We are delighted that the KION Group has decided to renew, as…
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Robots typically have difficulty in extremely tight spaces, but a combination of lightweight robots and application expertise is tackling that challenge. Kassow Robots ApS, which has developed seven-axis collaborative robots, last week said it has partnered with BlueBay Automation LLC, an integrator of industrial automation. “Our broad product portfolio of seven-axis cobots and BlueBay Automation’s integration capabilities and extensive robot…
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I will never forget ProMat 2007. That’s the first industry event where I saw what we now call autonomous mobile robots or AMRs. More importantly, these robots were targeting warehousing and distribution. The exhibitors were Kiva Systems, now part of Amazon; RMT Robotics, now part of Cimcorp; and Seegrid. Each had a relatively small booth in which its vehicles moved…
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Partnerships. Partnerships. Partnerships. If you look at some of the biggest stories in the autonomous trucking space this week, you’ll find a common theme. The autonomous trucking market could experience a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 18.6% between 2020 and 2025, according to Mordor Intelligence. Companies have partnered to develop, test, and deploy the technology, as well as to…
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While most robots are vision-guided, other sensor modalities are progressing. BeBop Sensors Inc. today announced its RoboSkin line of skin-like coverings, which include sensors to provide tactile awareness for humanoid robots and prosthetics. At less than 1 mm thick, RoboSkin fits robotic fingers, limbs, feet, heads, or torsos, to make robots “feel” better, said BeBop Sensors. RoboSkin’s advanced fabric-based sensor…
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Geekplus Technology Co. this week announced its mobile robots have been successfully deployed at a 13,500 sq. ft. fulfillment center in Croydon, U.K., owned by British online retailer RangePlus Ltd. The Beijing-based company said RangePlus now has the firepower to compete with larger actors in the growing e-commerce sector. The Geek+ goods-to-person solution is running 24/7 in RangePlus's fulfillment center…
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While robotics developers and warehouse operators might be familiar with a host of technical or industry acronyms, the terminology of the financial industry is another language altogether. Yet ETFs, CAGR, and SPACs are just as important as AI, AMRs, or ASRS. What do investors look for in robotics startups, and how can users identify promising or maturing technologies? Rahul Sen…
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One of the benefits of advancing sensor technology is that it becomes more portable, affordable, and usable in more applications. Humatics Corp. this week announced the release of a new microlocation transponder that is 66% smaller than the previous version. The Waltham, Mass.-based company said this enhancement enables new deployment options. “The reduction in size enables the transponder to easily…
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Exotec SAS, which makes the Skypod scalable storage system and the Skypicker robot arm, yesterday announced that it has built its 3,000th robot. The Lille, France-based company said it expects to continue growing both its staff and prodcution volumes in 2022. “The production of this 3,000th robot is a huge milestone for us that rewards all the effort and commitment…
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Slate River Systems Inc., or SRSI, today announced that it has signed an integrator relationship agreement with Dematic. Dallas-based SRSI said it will now be a certified integrator of all Dematic equipment. The company touted its its strong customer relationships and quality of work and said it plans to further grow its offerings with the help of experienced industry experts…
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Jersey Mike's Subs today announced that it has partnered with Flytrex Inc. to deliver food orders via aerial drones in Holly Springs, N.C. The companies said they will deliver orders to the front yards and backyards of local residents with a flight time of just five minutes. “Our goal is to ensure our customers get their authentic Jersey Mike’s sub…
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AMP Robotics Corp. this week introduced new robotic recycling facilities outside of Atlanta and Cleveland. The Louisville, Colo.-based company said the two high-diversion production facilities are based on its infrastructure model for advanced secondary sortation. The AMP-owned operations are designed to economically process and aggregate low volumes of difficult-to-recycle mixed plastics, paper, and metals sourced from residue supplied by primary…
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