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Simbe surpasses 3,000 autonomous shelf intelligence units milestone

September 21, 2026 · Simbe announced it has surpassed 3,000 autonomous shelf intelligence units under contract, as the company expands its physical intelligence layer for retail capabilities.

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EAIGLE, Loblaw expand partnership to strengthen supply chains with AI-powered gate automation

September 19, 2026 · EAIGLE announced an expanded partnership with Canadian grocery retailer Loblaw to scale EAIGLE’s Vision AI technology across multiple distribution centers.

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IMTS 2026: Hirebotics expands cobot reach and flexibility with new line tracking and linear rail capabilities

September 16, 2026 · Hirebotics extended the capabilities of its cobot systems to automate the painting of moving and to handle large, cumbersome materials at IMTS 2026 in Chicago.

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Agility Robotics debuts Digit 5 humanoid robot for cooperatively safe work at scale

September 15, 2026 · Agility released the Digit 5 humanoid robot, the next-generation model that allows the robot to work across full facility workflows at scale, and in proximity to people.

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IMTS 2026: FARO CREAFORM to showcase portable metrology offerings

September 14, 2026 · At IMTS 2026 in Chicago, FARO CREAFORM is showcasing its newest portable metrology technologies, including the Quantum X FaroArm Series and HandySCAN 3D portfolio.

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IMTS 2026: Universal Robots unveils Gen 7 robotics platform for industrial automation and physical AI deployment

September 14, 2026 · At IMTS 2026, Universal Robots released the redesigned Gen 7 robot platform, with modern software tools and next-level connectivity that companies need to take AI from the lab into industrial operations.

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Report: Robotic bin picking, robotic trailer unloading drive strong market growth

September 8, 2026 · A new report from Interact Analysis found robotic bin picking and robotic trailer unloading technologies are driving strong market growth headed toward 2030.

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RAC 26: Warehouse orchestration, automotive production and flexible robots

September 2, 2026 · The 2026 Robotics Applications Conference, RAC 26, welcomes industry experts to discuss the latest robotics and automation deployments for a one-day virtual conference on September 16.

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H&M Group announces GreyOrange as a warehouse automation partner

September 2, 2026 · GreyOrange’s AI-powered store technology provides precise item-level visibility to improve inventory accuracy, sales and employee productivity for retailers.

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Gecko Robotics, Square Robot transform fuel tank inspections in Guam

August 30, 2026 · Gecko Robotics and Square Robot helped Tristar eliminate 180 days of downtime at its Guam fuel operation with robotic tank inspections.

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GUSS Automation incorporates Ouster Rev8 digital lidar sensors into Autonomous Orchard Machine Fleet

August 29, 2026 · GUSS Automation, a John Deere subsidiary, plans to incorporate Ouster’s Rev8 digital lidar sensors into its Autonomous Orchard Machine fleet for precise autonomy in high-value crops.

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Reservoir announces $10M, multi-year partnership with John Deere to accelerate rugged AI for agriculture

August 28, 2026 · Reservoir announced a $10 million, three-year R&D contract with John Deere at its Ruggedize conference, hoping to accelerate rugged AI in agriculture applications.

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Alliad cuts PPE deviations by 42% with viAct AI-powered PPE detection

August 28, 2026 · Alliad utilized viAct’s AI-powered video analytics in the existing camera infrastructure at a healthcare construction site to cut down PPE non-compliance by 42%.

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Corvus Robotics announces $20M in new funding

August 27, 2026 · Corvus Robotics announced a $20 million funding round and named co-founder Mohammed Kabir as the new CEO, succeeding Jackie Wu in the role.

Podcasts

August 2026 Robotics Recap

August 26, 2026 · The Robotics 24/7 podcast series, “Robotics Recap,” takes a look at the major automation and robotics industry news from around the world in August 2026, including major mergers and acquisitions, alongside deployments in warehousing and manufacturing.

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NEURA Robotics acquires ADLATUS Robotics, bringing physical AI into professional cleaning

August 24, 2026 · NEURA Robotics acquired German cleaning robotics company ADLATUS Robotics, bringing physical AI capabilities into professional cleaning applications.

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Logic highlights Octopus overhead picking robot

August 22, 2026 · Logic showcased its Octopus overhead industrial picking robot, which the company said can replace static, floor-bound picking automation.

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Robotics 24/7 announces speakers and agenda for the 2026 Robotics Applications Conference (RAC 26)

August 19, 2026 · Speakers from GreyOrange, enVista, Dassault Systèmes, WiBotic, Robust.AI and more will highlight the 2026 Robotics Applications Conference (RAC 26).

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FARO CREAFORM updates Laser Line Probe portfolio with Quantum X and Quantum Max FaroArm series

August 16, 2026 · FARO CREAFORM’s updates to its Laser Line Probe portfolio helps manufacturers improve inspection, reverse engineering and quality workflows when scanning dark, shiny and high contrast parts.

Downloads

eBook: MEMS Device R&D

August 12, 2026 · The key to designing and optimizing MEMS devices is having a strong understanding of the underlying multiphysics interactions at work. 

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