Topic: Supply Chain

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Other Voices: Five ways to use robotics in the warehouse

August 19, 2019 · The potential benefits of robotics and automation in the warehouse must be balanced with concern about potential logistical hurdles.

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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.”

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Continental/Midland increases productivity with enhanced operator accessibility

August 14, 2019 · Man-up lift trucks put the operator right where the action is, simplifying inventory movements.

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Slate River Systems announces strategic partnership with Honeywell Intelligrated

August 13, 2019 · Material handling experts align with global systems and technologies provider to deliver optimized distribution center solutions.

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Automate 2021 sees record number of early sign ups

August 12, 2019 · More than 500 exhibitors are expected at the next Automate, the first since the show's move to its new home in Detroit.

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Hurco Introduces the VMXDi Series of CNC Machines

August 6, 2019 · With the new direct drive spindle, the VMXDi series has a better surface finish, quieter spindle and less head growth, the company adds.

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ProMat 2021: 35,700 square feet secured in Robotics & Automation Solution Center

July 31, 2019 · The exhibit pre-selection for the new Robotics & Automation Solution Center at ProMat 2021 attracted 51 exhibitors who selected 35,700 square feet of exhibit space.

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Microsoft Invests $1 Billion in Elon Musk-Backed AI Company

July 24, 2019 · Microsoft has announced a $1 billion investment in OpenAI as part of a partnership with the artificial intelligence start-up, OpenAI will use Microsoft Azure cloud servers exclusively while it develops more advanced AI.

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BASF Launches New Metal Filament for Industrial 3D Printing

July 24, 2019 · It's said to enable simple and cost-effective printing of stainless steel metal parts; reduces the potential hazard of handling fine metallic powders compared to SLM or binder jetting.

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LogistiVIEW Announces Partnership With Fetch Robotics

July 18, 2019 · Warehouse automation collaboration to deliver complex human-robotic interaction through augmented reality (AR), artificial intelligence (AI), and computer vision.

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Get the most from your VNA storage

July 16, 2019 · New technologies and capabilities enable today’s VNA trucks to be more productive than ever.

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2019 NextGen Supply Chain Awards winner recap

July 12, 2019 · For our inaugural event, Supply Chain Management Review, Peerless Media and IDC recognized five companies leading the way in the adoption of new technologies.

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Universal Robots launches authorized training centers

July 12, 2019 · North American distributors of Universal Robots are now opening Authorized Training Centers, offering classes spanning basic to advanced programming of UR cobots. The first four Training Centers have launched, with another nine to follow by end of 2019.

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Mobile Robotics Descend on Warehouse Operations

July 10, 2019 · Robots, including autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), are seeing rapid uptake in warehouses. The labor crunch and the ability of AMRs to offload manual travel are central to their take-off, but there are other benefits to robotics besides reducing the labor requirement.

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AutoStore acquired by Thomas H. Lee Partners

June 26, 2019 · Investment will fund continued growth and research and development

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How Robots Change the World and What Automation Really Means For Jobs and Productivity

June 26, 2019 · A new report by Oxford Economics claims that robots are forecasted to replace almost a tenth of the world's manufacturing jobs with the majority borne by lower-income areas in developed nations.

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Mobile Industrial Robots (MiR) launches “robot as a service” leasing program

June 13, 2019 · New option lowers financial barriers for investing in autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), enables immediate ROI and offers mobile robots at as little as $5.49 per hour

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Masters Gallery puts safety first in their Warehouse

June 11, 2019 · After experiencing steady organic growth in an industry where regulatory oversight expands every year, a food manufacturer puts worker safety and ergonomics first in its new 175,000-square-foot plant and warehouse.

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ANSYS and BMW Group Partner to Jointly Create Simulation Tool Chain for Autonomous Driving

June 11, 2019 · New agreement drives development of autonomous driving technology for the BMW iNEXT, the next-generation autonomous vehicle.

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MHI to hold pre-selection event for new Robotics and Automation Solution Center at ProMat 2021

June 10, 2019 · Lease deadline for the pre-selection event is July 17.

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