Topic: Industrial Automation

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Robots Are Deployed in Warehouses and Distribution Centers Globally. Here Are a Few Factors Driving Adoption

October 17, 2022 · There are a number of factors that have led to the advancement of robots in warehouses, from labor shortages and e-commerce demands to advancements in vision systems and robot arms.

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Ambi Robotics Raises $32M for Sortation Systems

October 17, 2022 · Ambi Robotics plans to continue its expansion efforts with its latest round of funding, which included investment from one of its biggest customers, Pitney Bowes.

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Automation Is a Recession Hedge, Say Speakers at ffVC Drones & Robotics Summit

October 16, 2022 · Automation, including robots, drones, and autonomous vehicles, can not only provide efficiency but also resilience, said speakers at ff Venture Capital's event.

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Three Power Innovations Poised to Transform Industrial Robotics

October 15, 2022 · Gopal Mitra, the industrial segment leader at ABB Power Conversion, takes a deep dive into the world of robotic power consumption and sheds light on a few developments in the space.

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E-Walker Robot Design Could Change Construction in Space, Say U.K. Scientists

October 14, 2022 · The E-Walker robot has been tested by researchers at the University of Lincoln for use in the in-space assembly of a 25 m-large Aperture Space Telescope.

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Smart Robotics Releases Smart Parcel Picker for 3PL Markets

October 14, 2022 · Smart Robotics' new Smart Parcel Picker system for depalletizing in warehouses includes an industrial robot arm and suction grippers.

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ABB Launches Its Smallest Industrial Robot, the IRB1010, to Help Meet Smart Device Demand

October 13, 2022 · ABB said its new IRB 1010 industrial robot can handle 1.5 kg payloads and consumes 20% less energy with an OmniCore E10 controller, helping manufacturers of wearable devices.

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KUKA and Roboception Bring Smart Bin Picking System to Market

October 13, 2022 · KUKA said its new KUKA.SmartBinPicking software and Roboception's 3D camera combines AI-based object recognition with precise path planning for bin-picking robots.

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CMES Robotics and BHS Robotics to Showcase Palletizing System at Pack Expo Later this Month

October 13, 2022 · CMES Robotics is providing the vision and AI and BHS Robotics is providing the software platform for the palletizing system.

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IFR’s World Robotics Report Finds More Than Half a Million Robots Were Deployed Globally Last Year

October 13, 2022 · The IFR has released its annual World Robotics Report, which tallied the still-growing number of industrial robots that have been installed around the globe.

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Doosan Robotics and Air-Oil Systems Team Up as Strategic Regional Distribution Partners

October 12, 2022 · Doosan Robotics’ full lineup of both collaborative and service robots – including their A, H, and M-SERIES – can now be distributed by Air-Oil to customers across each respective region.

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Technica Truck Loading and Unloading System to Work With GreyOrange GreyMatter Orchestration Platform

October 12, 2022 · Technica's innovative truck loading and unloading system, iTLS, will work with GreyOrange's GreyMatter fulfillment orchestration platform to improve warehouse efficiency and safety.

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Norwegian Robot Adoption to Accelerate, Says 2022 Market Report

October 12, 2022 · From aquaculture to battery production, Norwegian manufacturers and small and midsize enterprises are ready to adopt automation, found a HowToRobot, Gain & Co., and the NFEA.

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Universal Robots Ships Cobots in Two Weeks to Help Manufacturers Meet Tax Deduction Deadline

October 10, 2022 · Universal Robots said it has managed supply chain issues and can ship collaborative robots in two weeks, helping manufacturers take advantage of the Section 179 tax deduction.

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How Plastics Recycling Can Improve With Robotics and Machine Learning

October 8, 2022 · Plastics recycling is increasingly necessary in the face of global pollution and shipping challenges, but automation is making the dirty and dangerous task of sortation easier.

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igus Acquires Majority Stake in Commonplace Robotics, Partner in ReBeL Affordable Cobot

October 7, 2022 · igus has been collaborating with Commonplace Robotics for the past six years on its ReBeL collaborative robot and is continuing its North American expansion.

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Berkshire Grey Makes Equity Purchase Agreement Worth Up to $75M With Lincoln Park Capital

October 6, 2022 · Berkshire Grey, which provides robots for picking, sorting, and moving items in warehouses, plans to use the capital to continue its growth and make strategic transactions.

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First Robotics Applications Conference Shares Insights With Commercial Robot Ecosystem

October 6, 2022 · The first annual Robotics Applications Conference, presented by Robotics 24/7 and Peerless Media, featured industry experts and drew an educated audience of users, integrators, and suppliers.

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Yaskawa Starts Selling Its PL800 Palletizing Robot in North and South American Markets

October 5, 2022 · Yaskawa said the robot has the highest payload in its series of PL Series robots.

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Scalable Robotics Gets ABB Investment to Enhance Welding System Portfolio

October 5, 2022 · Scalable Robotics, whose technology enables users to program welding robots without prior experience, is working with ABB as it expands its partner ecosystem.

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