Topic: Logistics

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WiBotic Gains CE Marks for Two Robot Wireless Charging Systems

April 7, 2021 · WiBotic, which provides wireless charging systems and management software for robots, drones, and underwater vehicles, has obtained international approvals.

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SoftBank Spends $2.8B to Acquire 40% of Automated Storage Provider AutoStore

April 6, 2021 · AutoStore, which makes automated storage and retrieval systems, plans to use the investment from SoftBank to accelerate its expansion in the Asia-Pacific market.

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Piab Launches piSAFE Program for Gripper Safety, MX Suction Cup

April 5, 2021 · Piab said its new piSAFE program is designed to provide low-weight and configurable gripper options, and its MX

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Aurora and Volvo Partner to Accelerate the Deployment of Autonomous Trucks

April 4, 2021 · Volvo Autonomous Solutions has partnered with Aurora to jointly develop and deploy an autonomous system for hub-to-hub transportation in North America.

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Embark Universal Interface Designed to Add Self-Driving Tech to Existing Trucks

April 1, 2021 · The Embark Universal Interface will accelerate the adoption of self-driving technology across carriers, says Embark.

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HAI Robotics Secures $15M Series B+ Funding to Scale Autonomous Case-Handling Robot

March 30, 2021 · HAI Robotics, which makes the HAIPICK autonomous case-handling robotic system, has obtained funding to continue its global expansion.

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3 Ways to Use High-Payload AMRs in Today’s Short-Staffed Facilities

March 30, 2021 · High-payload autonomous mobile robots, including lift trucks, towers, and pallet stackers, can help manufacturers and warehouse operators be safer and more productive.

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Boston Dynamics Announces Stretch Robot for Warehouse Automation

March 29, 2021 · The new Stretch movable robot arm is designed to enable warehouses and distribution centers to automate box moving without expensive infrastructure changes.

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Plus to Conduct Supervised Autonomous Truck Pilot in China for SF Express

March 27, 2021 · Plus, formerly Plus.ai, said its pilot with SF Express in China has demonstrated improvements in safety, operator comfort, and fuel efficiency.

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Automate Forward Exceeds Goals, Demonstrates Robotics Growth, Says A3’s Jeff Burnstein

March 26, 2021 · This week's Automate Forward event included discussions on innovation, helping businesses adopt robotics, and standards, said A3's president.

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Automate Forward: Robotics Vendors Show Latest Products at Virtual Event

March 26, 2021 · In addition to A3's rebranding and numerous exhibits, the virtual Automate Forward event included some notable product announcements.

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Libiao Robotics Partners With Körber Supply Chain for Autonomous Mobile Sorting Robots

March 25, 2021 · The K.Move AutoSort Mobile – Powered by Libiao combines Libiao Robotics' mobile sorting robots with Körber's supply chain integration expertise.

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Hyster container handlers take on higher volumes at ports

March 24, 2021 · 24/7 terminal operation requires a robust solution, capable of standing up to harsh duty cycles without demanding maintenance requirements or unplanned service issues.

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Commercial Robotics Must Account for the Human Element, Interoperability, Says FedEx’s Aaron Prather

March 24, 2021 · Aaron Prather, R&D evangelist at FedEx, tells Robotics 24/7 what developers and vendors need to focus on for commercial success.

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The Future of Manufacturing Is Automated and Autonomous

March 22, 2021 · Two experts in cloud computing and simulation explain how they see robotics, AI, and new supply chain thinking being essential to the future of manufacturing.

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The Raymond Corp. Seeks Proposals for Supply Chain University Research Program

March 20, 2021 · The University Research Program is in its fifth phase of accepting proposals for grants to discover innovative solutions for the material handling industry.

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OnRobot Launches New Grippers; Execs Bullish on Human-Robot Collaboration in 2021

March 11, 2021 · OnRobot says that light industrial robot and cobot users are increasingly looking for ease of use more than just safety in applications. The company said its new magnetic and electric vacuum grippers are intended to cut the time needed to deploy automation.

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Game-Changer: Warehouse management goes Cloud-first

March 8, 2021 · An overall push into the Cloud—along with the development of more flexible, scalable software—is making more logistics operations rethink their warehouse management software delivery options.

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New IBM study addresses trucking’s future through a digital transformation

March 5, 2021 · The study’s key findings highlight just how much the digital transformation in trucking will impact the industry in the future.

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Gap Inc. to Build Texas Distribution Center to Meet Digital Shopping Demand

February 24, 2021 · Gap to build new distribution center in Longview, Texas, to meet demand for digital shopping.

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