Topic: Automation

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IAM Robotics awarded first patent for warehouse picking robots

September 27, 2017 · Robotics industry moves further into robotics for warehousing and distribution applications

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Körber Acquires Supply Chain Software Specialists HighJump, Reinforces Its Business Area Logistics

September 2, 2017 · International technology group Körber reinforces its Business Area Logistics Systems with the acquisition of the US-American supply chain software specialists HighJump.

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Pack Expo Las Vegas expected to eclipse records

September 1, 2017 · Show producer PMMI projects record attendance and exhibitors, outlines new and returning features.

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ABI Research: Manufacturer adoption of collaborative robots is strong

August 31, 2017 · 13% have collaborative systems already, and another 15% expect to have collaborative robots at work within the next 12 months.

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Automation: What’s at the heart of your system?

August 30, 2017 · While automated equipment at today’s warehouses can be at the heart of their success, any single piece of automation needs to be balanced with upstream and downstream processes, raising the importance of software to sync the flow of work and ensure the heart of the system keeps ticking.

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A3: Record-setting growth for North American robotics market

August 23, 2017 · Association for Advancing Automation reports the first half of 2017 saw growth of 33% in units and 26% in dollars over 2016.

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Randstad Report: 76% of U.S. workers do not fear automation

August 18, 2017 · Only 14% of worry automation will take their job, nearly one-third (30%) say they think automation will make their job better.

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Australian team wins Grand Championship at 2017 Amazon Robotics Challenge

August 1, 2017 · Contestants were awarded $270,000 in prizes to support continued innovation within the robotics and automation community.

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Bell and Howell spins off sorting business to Fluence Automation

August 1, 2017 · Move to expand innovation in areas such as e-commerce, robotics and track-and-trace technologies.

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IDTechEx research explores how mobile robots will transform materials handling

July 31, 2017 · From forklifts to mobile picking robots to automated last-mile delivery, new technologies will either perish or they will reshape the industry.

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A3 fall conferences to offer insight into latest automation, strategies and networking

June 22, 2017 · Conferences will provide in-depth training in robot safety, motion control, vision systems and collaborative robots to spur manufacturing growth and the creation of entirely new categories of jobs.

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KNAPP expands North American headquarters in Georgia

June 21, 2017 · Market growth fuels expansion; plans to add 150 employees.

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Four Ways to Future-Proof Your Warehouse

June 20, 2017 · Four attributes warehouse technology must have to protect against obsolescence and help future proof your warehouse.

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The Big Picture: Adaptability as King

June 8, 2017 · Traditionally, warehouse automation has been about bringing optimal efficiency to specific processes in warehouses. Learn why new technologies like mobile robots and AR glasses promise breakthroughs in adaptability, even as more conventional systems become more modular and flexible.

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Three companies attain AIA Certified System Integrator distinction

June 1, 2017 · Three companies join 10 current certified system integrators with three-year certification.

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New report examines impact of artificial intelligence on manufacturing

June 1, 2017 · Partnership, collaboration, and technology investment crucial for growth opportunities, finds Frost & Sullivan's Industrial Automation and Process Control team.

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Global motion control shipments grow 13.6% to begin 2017

May 31, 2017 · Survey of motion control and motor manufacturers shows 70% expect market growth in the next six months, 23% expect flat performance and 7% predict a decline.

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ABB acquires B&R Automation

May 17, 2017 · Acquisition to combine B&R's products and software for modern machine and factory automation with ABB's robotics, process automation, digitalization and electrification.

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North American machine vision market grows 10% in first quarter of 2017

May 16, 2017 · Survey of industry experts shows 50% expect market to increase over the next six months, 10% bracing for a decline.

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MHI announces plans for new Solution Center at Modex 2018

May 15, 2017 · Modex 2018 to feature first-ever Smart City Logistics and Connected Supply Chain Solution Centers.

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