Robotiq Says New System Makes CNC Machine Tending Automation Easier Than Ever
June 6, 2022
Robotiq said at Automate 2022 that its new Machine Tending Application Solution wirelessly emulates human operators and can work with any brand of CNC machine.
Rapid Robotics’ New Smart Setup Feature Designed to Help Machine Operators Switch Tasks Easily
June 6, 2022
Rapid Robotics' new Smart Setup feature for its Rapid Machine Operator is intended to make it fast and easy for a manufacturing robot to switch between tasks.
A Nod to Interoperability: OnRobot Reveals New Palletizing System Compatible With Multiple Robot Arms
June 3, 2022
OnRobot’s new palletizing system is compatible with robot arms from FANUC, OMRON, Techman, Universal Robots, and more.
10 Finalists Named in Cowen Startup Challenge; Winner to Be Named at Automate
May 25, 2022
The Cowen Startup Challenge: Automate to Perform has named this year's 10 finalists, which will present their innovative technologies and exhibit at the Automate show.
NVIDIA Improves Perception Performance for ROS 2 Applications
May 24, 2022
NVIDIA has partnered with Open Robotics on type adaptation and type negotiation, features to improve compute performance for robot perception. It's also presenting at ICRA.
Symbotic and Walmart Expand Partnership to Implement Automation in 42 Regional Distribution Centers
May 23, 2022
Symbotic will be rolling out its robots and software to all 42 of Walmart's regional distribution centers over the next eight years, expanding from 28 centers.
A Robotics Feasibility Study Can Help With Integration and Return on Investment
May 22, 2022
A feasibility study is a helpful step when planning a robotics implementation, and it can provide long-term benefits, according to several industry experts.
Soft Robotics to Market AI-Enabled Gripper to Consumer Goods, E-Commerce, and Logistics Markets
May 20, 2022
While its compliant grippers have typically been used to carry food products, Soft Robotics is expanding its services to cater to warehouses and distribution centers.
RightHand Robotics to Give RightPick 3 European Debut at LogiMAT 2022
May 17, 2022
RightHand Robotics, whose RightPick 3 applies AI and a multifunction gripper to pick items without prior models, is expanding its European presence and exhibiting in Stuttgart.
Applied Manufacturing Technologies to Unveil AI Depalletizing/Decanting Technology at Automate
May 17, 2022
Applied Manufacturing Technologies plans to showcase its new system designed for de-layering and tote filling at Automate 2022.
BeBop Sensors Introduces RoboSkin to Give Robots Tactile Awareness
May 13, 2022
BeBop Sensors said its RoboSkin uses patented, fabric-based sensors less than 1 mm thick to provide a sense of touch to humanoid robotic surfaces and prosthetic limbs.
Robotics and AI Wave Likely to Continue, Says Investment Expert
May 13, 2022
From self-driving cars to humanoid robots, numerous technologies are vying for investment, but see which ones solve business problems, says Indxx Managing Partner Rahul Sen Sharma.
10 MassRobotics Resident Startups to Watch
April 21, 2022
MassRobotics' headquarters and co-working space in Boston's Seaport District hosts numerous innovative startups. Here's a look at several from a recent site visit.
Soft Robotics Works Hand in Hand With Quest and Ossid to Offer Integrated Food Packaging System
April 20, 2022
Soft Robotics said its mGripAI gripper, combined with Quest's robotic product-handling system and Ossid's tray packaging, will provide high-speed, sanitary food handling.
Boston Dynamics VP Discusses Development of Stretch Robot
April 19, 2022
Boston Dynamics has designed Stretch to unload boxes from trucks, building on the technologies from its previous robots, says Kevin Blankespoor.
Picking Robot Providers Share Four Best Practices for Successful Fulfillment
April 18, 2022
Piece-picking robots are already providing improvements in distribution efficiencies. Here are some best practices to make fulfillment automation successful.
RightHand Robotics Adds Vanderlande to Growing Partner Integrator Network
March 30, 2022
RightHand Robotics says Vanderlande has joined its Robotics Partner Integrator program, as its RightPick system joins Vanderlande's Smart Item Robotics portfolio.
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Collaborative Robots Bring Productivity
March 28, 2022
In this free download, we look at how collaborative robots, a fast-growing area of automation, are increasingly helping manufacturers and other users improve productivity.
Boston Dynamics’ Stretch Robot Now Available for Commercial Purchase
March 28, 2022
A little over a year after unveiling it, Boston Dynamics has announced that its Stretch truck-unloading robot is now available for warehouses and distribution centers.
Berkshire Grey, Osaro Announce Robotic Bagging Systems Before MODEX 2022
March 27, 2022
Berkshire Grey said its Robotic Pick and Pack with Identification system integrates with existing autobagging technologies, while OSARO's Automated Bagging Solution offers object recognition and robot manipulation.
