Apptronik CEO Discusses Humanoid Robots, Amazon Acquisition of iRobot
September 2, 2022
Apptronik is developing exoskeletons and humanoid robots. CEO Jeff Cardenas reflects on Amazon's purchase of iRobot and the future of service robotics and AI.
Veo Robotics to Showcase FreeMove Safety System at IMTS
September 1, 2022
Veo Robotics said its FreeMove system not only increases human collaboration with industrial robots, but it can also help to prevent injuries.
NFI to Pilot Boston Dynamics Stretch Robot at Georgia Warehouse Next Year as Part of $10M Deal
September 1, 2022
NFI, a major North American supply chain systems provider, plans to soon use Boston Dynamics' Stretch truck-unloading robot.
Picking Robots Gain Speed and Accuracy
September 1, 2022
MHS, which provides materials handling systems including goods-to-robot and singulation robots, describes how technology has increased throughput.
North American Robot Sales Reach New Records for Third Quarter in a Row, Says A3
August 31, 2022
North American robot sales continued to set records for year-over-year growth, according to the Association for Advancing Automation. FANUC also saw strong demand.
Generation Gap in the Warehouse Can Be Closed With Robotics, Finds Berkshire Grey Survey
August 31, 2022
The generation gap in warehouse labor is widening, but robots can help mitigate demographic and consumer shifts, according to a new Berkshire Grey study.
Eyeonic Vision Sensor Achieves Industry’s Longest Detection Range, Claims SiLC
August 30, 2022
SiLC said its Eyeonic Vision sensor, which demonstrated 500-meter operation at CES 2022, has now shown it can provide a detection range of more than 1,000 meters.
Robotics and Automation Help Companies Through Economic Challenges, Says Thomas H. Lee Partners
August 29, 2022
Thomas H. Lee Partners is a leading investor in supply chain and logistics automation startups. Despite economic headwinds, the private equity firm still sees robots as transformative.
Innovate Products & Equipment to Merge with Eckhart to Become Supplier of High End Autonomous Systems
August 25, 2022
Arsenal Capital Partners believe by merging the two companies it has a chance to build a leading automation systems provider.
Kawasaki Robotics to Unveil Scalable Automation at PACK EXPO International
August 24, 2022
Kawasaki Robotics plans to show a range of packaging and palletizing workcells for a range of applications, company sizes, and industries at PACK EXPO International.
Dematic and Dexterity Partner to Deploy ‘Full Task’ Robots for Warehouses
August 22, 2022
Dematic has partnered with Dexterity, whose software-as-a-service platform enables warehouse robots to conduct a wide range of tasks, including creating mixed-SKU pallets.
New Scale Robotics Work Cells Deployed at Workforce Center at College in New York
August 22, 2022
Six New Scale Robotics workstations designed for robotics and metrology courses have been deployed at the Monroe Community College in Rochester, N.Y.
Robotics Applications Conference Opens Attendee Registration, Announces More Speakers
August 19, 2022
The Robotics Applications Conference features end users and integrators who will discuss how robots are actually being used in manufacturing, supply chain, and logistics.
MassRobotics, Festo, Mitsubishi Electric, MITRE, and Novanta to Support Second Cohort of Healthcare Robotics Startups
August 18, 2022
MassRobotics, Festo, Mitsubishi Electric Automation, MITRE, Novanta, and Celera Motion Control are seeking young companies to aid with the Healthcare Robotics Startup Catalyst Program.
euroTECH eT-Litocran700 Robot Gives a Lift to Construction Work
August 17, 2022
euroTECH is offering the eT-Litocran700 system, which can lift windows and façade elements weighing up to 700 kg, assisting construction workers, in Central Europe.
ABB to Exhibit Cobots, 3D Printing Demos, Education Cell at IMTS 2022
August 17, 2022
ABB will be showcasing a range of its automated technologies next month at the International Manufacturing Technology Show, including its Cobot FlexTrainer Education Cell.
GrayMatter Robotics Raises $20M Series A for Automating Surface Finishing
August 16, 2022
GrayMatter Robotics' AI helps automate surface finishing and treatment in high-mix, high-variability production. It plans to hire for a wide range of positions.
RightHand Robotics Recognized in Gartner Market Guide
August 15, 2022
The company was deemed a "Representative Vendor" in the research's firm latest market report.
MESH Automation to Display Robotic Deburring Cell at the International Manufacturing Technology Show
August 14, 2022
The company said the cell can be used to removes excess material from die-cast aluminum parts.
How to Set Up Cobot Cells for Efficient De-Palletization
August 13, 2022
Operations that handle the movement of goods are increasingly turning to autonomous systems given their easy installation process, ROI, and efficiency.
