CONTACT Software and Mitsubishi Electric Become IoT Partners
September 3, 2019
This partner network supports Mitsubishi Electric's Factory Automation division in providing its customers with solutions for smart connected manufacturing.
System Report: Network design and robots at Rakuten Super Logistics
September 1, 2019
E-commerce fulfillment leader RSL is remaking its network and DC design to meet the future.
SparkFun Works with NVIDIA to Release Two New Kits
August 16, 2019
JetBot AI Kit Powered by the NVIDIA Jetson Nano and a Materials Kit for NVIDIA's “Getting Started on AI with Jetson Nano.”
Amazon’s Drone Delivery Program is “Taking Off”
June 5, 2019
Amazon, within months, moves closer to its goal of a drone delivery solution that scales to meet the needs of customers.
NextGen Supply Chain Conference 2019 Highlights
June 5, 2019
Held at the iconic Chicago Athletic Club, this two-day conference brought together a broad spectrum of supply chain experts, academics, vendors and senior-level executives to discuss what's coming around the...
Titan Robotics Debuts New Atlas-H 3D Printer with Dual Pellet Extruders at Rapid+TCT 2019
May 20, 2019
The new Atlas-H with Dual Pellet Extrusion and Titan's Flagship Atlas 2.5 with Hybrid Pellet + Filament Extrusion are showcased at Titan's Booth #527, at the RAPID + TCT Expo at the Cobo Center...
RIA Standards Committee releases all-new methods and metrics for collaborative robot testing
May 14, 2019
Although cobots have inbuilt sensors and safety mechanisms, application variety requires tests to ensure limits are appropriate for the type of human/robot contact expected.
Siemens Releases KineoWorks Version 7.0
April 16, 2019
As one of its new features, KineoWorks version 7.0 comes with a new standalone application—Kwik—for accelerating your KineoWorks application development.
Amazon Acquires Autonomous Warehouse Robotics Company Canvas Technology
April 11, 2019
Adding to Amazon Robotics' growing portfolio, the Canvas fully autonomous cart could help Amazon increase delivery efficiency through robotic warehouse automation.
Humatics announces partnership with Vecna Robotics
April 10, 2019
Partnership will enable mobile robots to navigate extremely active and unstructured environments -- indoors or out -- down to the centimeter without any delay.
Waypoint Robotics launches omni-directional autonomous mobile robot
April 8, 2019
At a press conference Monday, Waypoint Robotics (Booth S3588) announced the addition of MAV3K, an autonomous mobile robot with a 3,000-pound carrying capacity, to its line of omni-directional, industrial...
Autonomous Cargo Drone Does Heavy Lifting
March 27, 2019
Sabrewing has designed two hybrid-electric aircraft that can autonomously deliver hundreds of pounds of cargo to remote locations.
5G & the Future of Connectivity: 7 Industries the New Wireless Technology Could Transform
March 25, 2019
The next generation of wireless technology could affect a wide range of industries, from manufacturing to transportation services to supply chain management.
The Role of Software in Optimizing AutoStore Performance
March 18, 2019
The AutoStore automated storage and retrieval system has emerged as a highly effective solution for warehouses that need to maximize storage density and accelerate pick speeds.
2019 Warehouse / DC Equipment Survey: Still bullish, but more measured
March 7, 2019
Spending on 3PL services and new technologies are all part of a more deliberate approach to figuring out the right mix of equipment, software and services to manage the stress...
FedEx Unveils Future Autonomous Delivery Robot
February 27, 2019
FedEx Corp. announced today a development in cutting-edge delivery solutions to meet the rapidly changing needs of consumers - the FedEx SameDay Bot - an autonomous delivery device designed to...
Predictive Maintenance Improves Efficiency
January 31, 2019
Considering the aggressive time to market required for industrial products and services, it is crucial to identify the cause of potential failures before they occur.
Positive Human-Robot Relationships Will Power the Future Supply Chain Workforce
January 25, 2019
Technology is changing rapidly, and humans need to accept their robot counterparts, and the modern factory must quickly align itself to the cultural change forced upon it by the advances...
Year in Review: Top materials handling news in 2018
January 2, 2019
In a healthy but fiercely competitive landscape, technology continues to play a pivotal role in the ongoing digital transformation of supply chains big and small.
Giving Machines the Sense of Touch
January 1, 2019
It's important to remember that the sensor is still in the early stages of development, yet the technology represents a step closer to giving robots, prosthetics and electronic devices the...
