Topic: Automation

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How Mobile Robots Empower the Workforce

December 14, 2020 · Office Depot's deployment of collaborative mobile robots improves safety, energizes workforce.

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Port Logistics Group and Locus Robotics team up for robot deployment effort

December 14, 2020 · The companies said that this collaboration will augment warehouse productivity, order pick accuracy, and workplace ergonomics and safety.

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Automate Trade Show Postponed Until June 2022

December 4, 2020 · Automate show postponed until 2022, but Automate Forward virtual show announced for March 2021

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How NFI Industries Is Meeting the Innovation Challenge

November 23, 2020 · The 3PL implemented a fleet of eight autonomous mobile robots in one e-commerce fulfillment center. The result is more than double the productivity in that area.

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NorthShore Care’s new application for autonomous mobile robots (AMRs)

November 16, 2020 · NorthShore Care Supply is using AMRs to automate pick-to-cart processes, while still using the cart.

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Fast-Tracking Warehouse Automation

November 9, 2020 · Scaling these solutions is no longer an option—it’s a competitive necessity.

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HP Improves 3D Print Management, Automation

November 5, 2020 · New solutions increase control and quality of additive manufacturing processes.

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Seegrid Acquires Box Robotics

October 6, 2020 · Acquisition aimed at accelerated development of human-like awareness for more consistent and productive self-driving industrial vehicles

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ABB enhances portfolio of high-speed industrial robots with Codian acquisition

October 2, 2020 · ABB has added Codian Robotics' delta robots for high-precision, pick-and-place operations to its portfolio.

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Startup News: Warehouse robotics vendor Exotec raises $90 million to support international expansion

September 29, 2020 · Developer of the "SkyPod" 3D warehouse robotic system expanding in North America, including via partnerships with integrators AHS, S&H Systems, and Conveyco.

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On Air with SICK USA: Why is SICK Excited About Robotics?

September 28, 2020 · In this episode of SICK, Inc.'s podcast, On Air with SICK USA, two SICK experts provide insights on mobile robots and industrial vehicles in the market and SICK's role in the world of mobile robots.

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Automating Dolly Positioning and Pallet Pocket Detection Tasks in Distribution Centers

September 28, 2020 · SensorApps to allow for smooth automated flexibility of mobile robots in the warehouse.

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Startup News: SVT Robotics introduces new robotic software platform

September 25, 2020 · The technology helps companies speedily deploy industrial robots

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Nexa3D Collaborates With Siemens to Automate Additive Manufacturing

September 16, 2020 · Nexa3D's entire Quantum Laser Sintering (QLS) product line is standardized to Siemens advanced factory automation and edge computing technologies. Planned commercial Q1 2021 delivery for Nexa3D's QLS™350 Polymer 3D printer, powered by Siemens automation controls.

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Varner AS: Building the world’s best warehouse

September 16, 2020 · That was the goal of Scandinavian retailer Varner. The result is a most highly automated, omni-channel retail distribution center that is also flexible, cost-effective, ergonomic and sustainable.

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Robotic Fulfillment System Vendor Attabotics Raises $50M

August 21, 2020 · Provider of 3D robotic fulfillment system raises $50 million in funding

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Geek+ and Körber Announce Global Partnership for Mobile Robot Deployments

August 20, 2020 · Extended relationship showcases commitment to providing customers worldwide across industries with autonomous mobile robot (AMR) solutions to combat supply chain complexities. The companies declare a joint commitment to provide businesses worldwide with AMRs that can enable efficient, flexible, and smart logistics solutions.

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Warehouse Picking During the COVID-19 Pandemic with a Fetch Robotics Cart

August 10, 2020 · These are the emerging technologies that can help workers, customers practice social distancing more successfully intelligent automation, IoT and 5G may have come on the scene at precisely the right time.

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Podcast: eKAMI Reskills Coal Miners for Machining and Automation Careers

July 29, 2020 · Displaced workers trained in hard and soft skills for CNC operation and robotics.

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