Topic: FORT Robotics

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June 2026 Robotics Recap

June 30, 2026 · The Robotics 24/7 podcast series, “Robotics Recap,” takes a look at the major automation and robotics industry news from around the world in June 2026, including a breakdown of the latest from Automate 2026 in Chicago.

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Automate 2026: FORT Robotics extends Trust Layer for physical AI with NVIDIA Halos for Robotics collaboration

June 27, 2026 · At Automate 2026 in Chicago, FORT Robotics extended its Trust Layer for physical AI through its collaboration with NVIDIA Halos for Robotics.

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FORT Robotics acquires Mapless AI, adding remote supervision and active safety capabilities

June 1, 2026 · FORT Robotics acquired Mapless AI, expanding its trust platform by adding remote supervision and active safety capabilities.

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Automate 2026: Cameras, components, drives, grippers, motors, sensors & more

May 20, 2026 · Discover over 30 manufacturing and warehouse components, including cameras, grippers, sensors and more, at Automate 2026.

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January 2026 Robotics Recap

January 28, 2026 · The Robotics 24/7 podcast series, “Robotics Recap” takes a look at the major automation and robotics industry news from around the world in January 2026.

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FORT Robotics launches Wireless E-Stop Pro safety-certified wearable device

January 26, 2026 · FORT Robotics launched the Wireless E-Stop Pro, designed to unlock robotic productivity in warehousing, manufacturing and construction.

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2026 robotics and automation predictions: Top trends transforming global industries

December 22, 2025 · Explore 2026 robotics and automation predictions from industry leaders, including AI-powered robots, smart manufacturing, workforce changes, and next-gen automation trends.

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FORT Robotics launches Long-Range Bluetooth capability for robots

October 24, 2025 · FORT Robotics launched Long-Range Bluetooth, delivering 10x the standard range for robot control, and enabling safe and stable performance in manufacturing and warehouse settings.

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FORT Robotics secures additional $18.9 M in Series B, bringing total funding to $60.5 M

August 7, 2025 · FORT Robotics secured an additional $18.9 million in Series B funding, which will be used to further develop its safety and security offerings on intelligent machines.

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Safe and Secure Remote Machine Operation

December 18, 2023 · FORT’s Safe Remote Control Pro brings SIL 3–certified safety and control to autonomous vehicles and heavy machinery.

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FORT Robotics Endpoint Controller Receives SIL 3 Safety Certification

September 6, 2023 · FORT Robotics said exida has certified its controller, which provides machine and fleet-wide controls, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

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Robots See a Safer Future

June 28, 2023 · Robot safety is more than caging off workcells. In this Special Focus Issue, learn how standards bodies, software and hardware providers, and integrators are working on improving safety.

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Robot Safety Experts Outline Updates to Key Industrial Safety Standards

May 31, 2023 · Robot safety standards organizations are working to keep up with the technology and industrial applications. Experts weigh in on where robotics standards are heading.

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How to Make Supply Chains More Robust With Robotics

January 25, 2023 · Supply chains are being challenged as never before by shifting demand, geopolitical complications, and labor shortages. Learn how different robots, sensors, and AI can help.

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FORT Robotics to Use Series B Funding to Expand Machine Communications Platform

July 14, 2022 · FORT Robotics, which has raised $25 million in Series B funding, offers hardware and software to help keep connected devices such as robots safe and secure.

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FORT Robotics Announces Embedded Wireless Safety Controller for Mobile Robots at MODEX

March 28, 2022 · At MODEX 2022, FORT Robotics said its new Nano Safety Controller enables remote control of mobile robots and reliable safety commands over Internet Protocol Networks.

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Logistics Reaches New Levels With Robotics

October 22, 2021 · As the demand for efficiency and human augmentation continues to rise in logistics, learn about the latest technologies and best practices for adding robots or expanding their use.

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Automate 2026: Forklifts, physical AI, vision systems and more from day three in Chicago
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