Amazon.com to acquire Kiva Systems
March 19, 2012
Amazon.com, Inc. has announced that it has reached an agreement to acquire Kiva Systems, a developer of mobile-robotic solutions that automate eCommerce order fulfillment and warehouse operations, for $775 million.
Motoman Robotics sponsors educational institutions for RIA membership
March 15, 2012
Motoman Robotics, a division of Yaskawa America, has announced its participation of the Robotic Industries Association (RIA) Educator Sponsorship program by sponsoring Highland Park High School (Topeka, KS), Ivy Tech...
Adept Technology applies open source ROS software
February 15, 2012
Adept Technology, a leading provider of intelligent robots and autonomous mobile solutions, today announced a collaboration with Willow Garage to deliver solutions for manufacturing and industrial applications harnessing the strength...
RMT Robotics mentors students in FIRST Lego League and robotics competitions
December 14, 2011
Mentors inspire students of all ages to pursue robotics science, technology, engineering and math
Packaging: Robot arm lifts cases, reduces damage
November 29, 2011
To keep the customer satisfied, a leading beverage supplier installs a state-of-the-art palletizing solution to deliver gains in productivity and market share.
Georgia Tech receives $1 million donation to advance robotics research in manufacturing
November 10, 2011
Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Consolidated provides large gift of KUKA industrial robots to create manufacturing logistics laboratory
ProMat and Automate to co-locate in 2013
November 9, 2011
The Material Handling Industry of America (MHIA) and the Automation Technologies Council (ATC) announce that the Automate Show and Conference will once again co-locate with ProMat in 2013. Both exhibitions will...
Technology Days draws nearly 1,000 to Auburn Hills
October 25, 2011
System Integrators and end-users experience a wide array of demos and seminars from ABB and a roster of affiliated technology providers
Automation: Robotics orders jump 41% in first half of 2011
August 1, 2011
Fueled by its best quarter in six years, the North American robotics industry jumped 41% in the first half of 2011, according to new statistics released by Robotic Industries Association (RIA), the...
Robotics: Kiva Systems opens new world headquarters
June 1, 2011
Robotics company celebrated ribbon-cutting at new 160,000-square-foot facility in North Reading, Mass.
Automation: Robotics lab hosts St. Louis elementary students
May 17, 2011
Visit offers students firsthand robotic demonstrations and presentations in Intelligrated's new lab
Intelligrated announces new Alvey Robotics Lab in St. Louis
May 5, 2011
New lab will support the research and development of new robotic materials handling technologies.
Kiva robots receive software upgrade
March 23, 2011
Kiva reported that upgrades to the company's software-based materials handling mobile-robotic solutions have resulted in as much as 15% higher throughput for some end users.
Robotic astronaut offers glimpse into future at ProMat Keynote
March 22, 2011
During the 50th anniversary of the first industrial robot installed at a General Motors plant, the company is now celebrating another milestone: Its first robot in space.
ProMat, Automate host 2 keynotes
March 1, 2011
The Material Handling Industry of America (MHIA) and the Automation Technologies Council (ATC) have combined forces to bring an unprecedented two keynote addresses to the shows.
Alabama Robotics Technology Park to educate and train in robotics and automation technology
January 21, 2011
Three-phase project will provide in-depth training on all aspects of robotics, including safety.
Ivy Tech Community College now a Motoman-endorsed robotics instructor training center
January 12, 2011
Through the program, community colleges and universities can bring a high level and quality of training to the regional manufacturing workforce.
Casebook 2011: For Georgia-Pacific, a small footprint was a big step forward
January 6, 2011
A fresh approach to palletizing for a high-SKU, low-rate manufacturer improves safety and workflow.
Adept Technology acquires InMoTx
January 5, 2011
Robotics supplier strengthens position in food processing and packaging industries
Packaging: Schneider recognized by FANUC as certified servicing integrator
October 21, 2010
Supplier can now officially provide end-users with service consistent with the standards provided by FANUC.
