VisionNav Raises Series C+ Funding for Driverless Industrial Vehicles
April 29, 2022
VisionNav said it plans to use its latest funding for R&D, optimizing its autonomous lift trucks' performance, and conducting large-scale deployments for global customers.
Pittsburgh Robotics Network Welcomes Plus One Robotics to Its Growing Community
April 29, 2022
The Pittsburgh Robotics Network, which counts more than 100 companies and technology leaders, announced that autonomy developer Plus One Robotics is expanding from Texas to Pittsburgh.
Universal Robots Reports $85M in Revenue for Q1 2022
April 28, 2022
Numbers continue to rise for Universal Robots, the global market leader for collaborative robot arms.
Fabric Opens Dallas Micro-Fulfillment Center to Meet E-Commerce Demands
April 28, 2022
Fabric has opened a new micro-fulfillment center in Dallas as part of its growing network of MFCs.
HAI Robotics to Display HAIPICK Case Handling System at Intralogistica Italia 2022 Trade Show
April 27, 2022
With live demonstrations of its HAIPICK A42 autonomous case-handling robot for warehouses and factories, HAI Robotics will have a presence at the Intralogistica Italia 2022 trade show.
Geek+ Launches Large-Scale Four-Way Shuttle Deployment at Chinese Green Energy Company
April 27, 2022
With its new Sky-Storage & Ground-pick system, Geek+ has announced it helping upgrade the technology of a large Chinese energy company.
Warehouses Expect Return on Investments From Mobile Robots
April 25, 2022
Autonomous mobile robots are fast becoming regular fixtures in the warehouse industry thanks to their relatively low costs, scalability, and ease of use.
Engelberger Awards for 2022 Recognize Six Robotics Pioneers
April 25, 2022
The six recipients of this year's Engelberger Robotics Awards for leadership, education, and technology will receive their honors at Automate in Detroit and Automatica in Munich next month.
Ryder Opens Third Multiclient Distribution Center in Columbus
April 25, 2022
Ryder said the omnichannel facility, which uses automated picking robots and software, is part of its new supply chain offering, ‘Ryder E-Commerce by Whiplash.’
How to Manage Your Autonomous Mobile Robot Return on Investment
April 24, 2022
To get the most out of a mobile robot fleet, set clear goals and use good data tools and practices, recommend experts at InOrbit, Vecna Robotics, MiR, and JMP Solutions.
Agility Robotics Raises Series B to Put Digit Robots Alongside Humans in Warehouses
April 22, 2022
Agility Robotics, which has developed the Digit humanoid robot for warehouses, has raised $150 million from investors including Amazon to grow its staff and scale production.
Geek+ Releases New Picking Station to Work With P-Series Robots
April 22, 2022
Adding to its portfolio of warehouse management services, Geek+ has released new goods to person system designed to improve safety, throughput, and efficiency.
Gideon Launches Trey Autonomous Forklift for Trailer Loading and Unloading
April 22, 2022
Gideon said its Trey autonomous forklift can safely and consistently load and unload pallets from truck trailers. Koch Disruptive Technologies and DB Schenker welcomed the new robot.
10 MassRobotics Resident Startups to Watch
April 21, 2022
MassRobotics' headquarters and co-working space in Boston's Seaport District hosts numerous innovative startups. Here's a look at several from a recent site visit.
Amazon Industrial Innovation Fund Invests in BionicHIVE, Other Supply Chain Robotics Startups
April 21, 2022
The Amazon Industrial Innovation Fund has invested in five supply chain technology startups, including BionicHIVE, Agility Robotics, Mantis Robotics, Modjoul, and Vimaan.
Rapyuta Robotics Obtains Series C Funding for Collaborative Mobile Picking Robots
April 21, 2022
Rapyuta Robotics, which claims to be the leader in cloud-based, collaborative mobile robots for picking in Japan, has raised a total of $81 million to date as it expands.
Addverb Technologies and Davinci Micro Fulfillment Partner to Expand Shipping Operations
April 20, 2022
Addverb Technologies is working with Davinci Micro Fulfillment as it scales up e-commerce fulfillment center operations in North America.
MHS Global and Fortna to Merge, Forming Materials Handling Multinational
April 19, 2022
MHS, which provides materials handling automation and integration services, said its combination with Fortna's warehouse operating software, will give end-to-end support for logistics providers.
Boston Dynamics VP Discusses Development of Stretch Robot
April 19, 2022
Boston Dynamics has designed Stretch to unload boxes from trucks, building on the technologies from its previous robots, says Kevin Blankespoor.
Picking Robot Providers Share Four Best Practices for Successful Fulfillment
April 18, 2022
Piece-picking robots are already providing improvements in distribution efficiencies. Here are some best practices to make fulfillment automation successful.
