Topic: Grippers

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JR Automation Releases Automation Platform for Manufacturers at ATX West

February 8, 2023 · JR Automation released its FlexChassis high-speed linear chassis during the popular automation and supply chain tradeshow.

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Flexiv Announces New Parallel Robot, Gripper at FLEXIVERSE Event

February 6, 2023 · Flexiv unveiled two new products during its FLEXIVERSE event last week that will be available later this year.

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New Balance Engineer Shares Details of Company’s New Robotics Group at MassRobotics Event in Boston

February 3, 2023 · New Balance's Manufacturing Innovation Team recently developed a new group dedicated to exploring how robotics can be used at its factories.

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Celera Motion Introduces Compact Denali Servo Drives

February 2, 2023 · Celera Motion claimed that its new Denali Series servo drives are the "world's smallest," designed for use in surgical robots, industrial grippers, and other compact applications.

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DHL Makes First Commercial Deployment of Boston Dynamics Stretch Robot to Unload Trailers and Containers

February 1, 2023 · DHL Supply Chain has been working with Boston Dynamics for years on developing the Stretch robot for unloading boxes from trucks. It plans to deploy more robots.

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Piab Sells Selected Joulin Grippers Under the Kenos Brand

January 31, 2023 · Piab has integrated Joulin's MiniGrip, FlexiGrip, and Safe&Light grippers into its Kenos line for industries including automotive, food and beverage, and warehousing.

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Plus One Robotics to Demonstrate Parcel Handling System at ProMat 2023

January 31, 2023 · Plus One Robotics plans to demonstrate its parcel handling robots and software in Chicago using virtual reality to enable visitors to "race against the robot."

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RightHand Robotics Picks Up Partners and Recognition, Expects Maturing Demand in 2023

January 30, 2023 · RightHand Robotics announced key partnerships last year and expects robotic picking to work alongside automated storage and human workers across industries this year.

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ASTM International Continues Work on Mobile Manipulator Performance Standard

January 23, 2023 · ASTM International will discuss a performance standard for mobile manipulators, as scientists announce progress in research into finray-effect grippers for high-speed assembly.

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Soft Robotics Uses NVIDIA Isaac Sim to Apply Automation to $8T Food Market

January 19, 2023 · Soft Robotics has used synthetic data and simulation to train its mGripAI system to accurately and safely pick food items that may be occluded in a pile or reflecting light.

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Exotec Adds Three Modular Technologies to Skypod Warehouse Automation

January 19, 2023 · Exotec released a new conveyor system, machine vision-guided robotic picking, and system status software based on its ongoing product roadmap and customer feedback.

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Atlas Humanoid Robot Gets a Grip in New Videos From Boston Dynamics

January 18, 2023 · Atlas is now able to do more humanlike motions, thanks to software and electrical development around perception, locomotion, and manipulation at Boston Dynamics.

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Universal Robots Predicts That Automation Will Help Manufacturers Meet 2023 Goals

January 13, 2023 · Universal Robots predicted that turnkey workcells including collaborative robots, end effectors, sensors, and software, will help welding and other companies adopt robots in 2023.

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5 Advantages of Using Robots in Electronics Manufacturing

December 11, 2022 · Electronics manufacturing includes numerous opportunities for robots to increase productivity, worker safety, and quality. Here are five examples in the growing space.

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RBTX Online Marketplace 2.0 Designed to Further Ease Robotics Development

December 5, 2022 · The RBTX Robotics Marketplace 2.0 includes enhancements to connect users with providers of low-cost automation, consulting, and complete systems to address their specific needs.

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Bridgestone Begins Testing Soft Robot for Piece Picking at Logistics Sites

November 28, 2022 · Bridgestone is branching out from tires and hoses to rubber actuators for soft robotic grippers in a proof of concept under way at partner warehouses.

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Collaborative Automation Can Boost Palletizing Prowess

November 27, 2022 · Collaborative automation can address palletizing challenges by improving throughput and safety for small and midsize enterprises, according to gripper maker OnRobot.

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Webinar: Robotic Piece Picking With Machine Vision

November 21, 2022 · In this Robotics 24/7 Roundtable, viewers can learn about the latest advances and applications for robotic piece picking in multiple industries.

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Soft Robotics Picks Up Series C Funding From Food Producers for Its Grasping Tech

November 17, 2022 · Soft Robotics, whose mGripAI picking system combines compliant grippers, machine vision, and AI, has raised funding from major food producers to expand deployments.

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Flexiv Selects Sycodal as Its First Canadian Distribution Partner

November 17, 2022 · Flexiv robots will soon be used by customers in Canada thanks to this partnership.

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