Topic: Retail

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GreyOrange closes on $135M financing for continued growth in warehouse automation

December 22, 2023 · GreyOrange, a leader in the automation AI-driven fulfillment automation market, received a $135 investment from Anthelion Capital to continue its growth in the warehouse fulfillment and retail markets.

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Stine Stores Make way for Badger Robots

December 11, 2023 · Multipurpose robots detect out-of-stock products, check for correct product pricing and item location.

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Brain Corp and Dane Technologies Expand Partnership to Bring Robotic Inventory Scanning to Retailers

November 2, 2023 · Brain Corp said its next-generation autonomy platform for mobile robots will work with Dane Technologies' retail experience for more efficient operations.

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FORTNA and Geek+ Jointly Provide Fulfillment Automation Worldwide

November 2, 2023 · FORTNA and Geek+ are combining their supply chain optimization experience and mobile robots, respectively, in a global partnership.

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Finland’s Robotics Industry Specializes in Small Series Production, Finds HowToRobot

November 1, 2023 · Finland has 201 robotics suppliers, largely focused on the country's metals and manufacturing sectors, according to the latest national profile by HowToRobot and the Robotics Society in Finland.

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Automation Alters the Path Ahead for Retail Careers

October 29, 2023 · Retail careers will no doubt change because of robotics and automation, write Newcastle Systems CEO John O'Kelly. But it's not a zero-sum game, he notes.

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Mecalux Launches Robotic Picking System With Siemens AI Technology

October 26, 2023 · Mecalux said its collaborative robot incorporates Siemens' SIMATIC Robot Pick AI technology based on deep learning algorithms to streamline picking.

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Agility Robotics Expands Amazon Relationship With Digit Testing

October 25, 2023 · Agility Robotics said tests of its Digit mobile manipulator at Amazon's R&D center will initially move totes and collaborate with people.

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Rockwell Automation to Present New Hardware, Software, Services at Automation Fair

October 24, 2023 · Rockwell Automation will show systems including robots from its new OTTO Motors acquisition at Automation Fair 2023.

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AutoStore Launches R5 Pro Robot to Boost Space Use in Large Operations

October 24, 2023 · AutoStore said its new R5 Pro Robot frees up space for additional products in the warehouse and improves robotic storage efficiency at a reduced total cost of ownership

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Sidework Rebrands From Backbar, Raises Capital to Help Hospitality With Beverage Automation

October 24, 2023 · Sidework said the rebranding marks its shift from being a dispenser manufacturer to being a provider of beverage automation and other technologies.

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Theobroma Unleashes JAGUAR Computer for Reliable Mobile Robots

October 21, 2023 · Theobroma said its new JAGUAR SBC-RK3588-AMR single-board computer is designed to support reliable autonomous mobile robot applications.

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Amazon Tests Sequoia System and Agility Robotics’ Digit Humanoid for Fulfillment

October 18, 2023 · Amazon has rolled out Sequoia, which combines robots to containerize inventory in totes, and it is testing Agility Robotics' Digit humanoid to make fulfillment more efficient.

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Robotics as a Service Model Spreads Beyond Mobile Robot Suppliers to Other Systems

October 14, 2023 · The robotics as a service, or RaaS, model can not only save companies money as they adopt automation, but it can also help them manage their deployments, say industry experts.

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McMurray Stern Continues Partnership with Addverb, Opens Warehouse Automation Tech Center

October 13, 2023 · McMurray Stern, an automated storage integrator, has partnered with robotics providers including Addverb to build a Tech Center for live demonstrations.

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My Jewellery Adopts Geek+ RoboShuttle to Improve Picking Ergonomics

October 13, 2023 · My Jewellery, a Dutch jewelry retailer, has deployed 88 Geek+ robotic shuttles and piece picking systems to improve productivity, sustainability, and its working environment.

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Dispeo Uses Scallog Goods to Person Robots to Add Agility to Logistics

October 12, 2023 · Dispeo, a third-party logistics provider in Northern France, has increased throughput at a warehouse serving cosmetics and food customers.

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Locus Robotics Appoints New Executives to Lead Global Growth in Warehouse Automation

October 12, 2023 · Locus Robotics said its new general manager for Asia-Pacific and chief legal counsel are joining as its fulfillment robots spread.

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Pitney Bowes to Automate Middle Mile Sorting With Ambi Robotics

October 11, 2023 · Pitney Bowes and Ambi Robotics have partnered to deploy the AmbiSort A-Series and B-Series parcel sortation systems across the U.S.

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Exotec Provides Goods to Person Automation at Over 100 Warehouses Around the World

October 9, 2023 · Exotec said it plans to hire more than 200 employees by the end of the year as it continues to expand its warehouse automation presence in Asia, Europe, and North America.

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