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Viam launches free robotics course to help engineers build robotics applications

July 17, 2026 · Viam announced the launch of Viam 101 on July 23, a free, self-paced course for engineers to learn the platform entirely in simulation, without a hardware requirement.

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Swisslog introduces FastMove monorail system for pallet transport

July 16, 2026 · Swisslog repositioned its monorail system under the new name FastMove, updating its product identity to focus on performance, flexibility and improved equipment lifecycle for long-distance pallet transport.

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Apptronik unveils Apollo 2 humanoid robot, opens Robot Park data collection and training facility

July 6, 2026 · Apptronik unveiled the Apollo 2 humanoid robot and opened the Robot Park data collection and training facility in Austin, Texas.

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

June 24, 2026 · Automate 2026 started to wrap up in Chicago, as robotics and automation professionals took another look at the latest technological innovations.

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Automate 2026: Vention announces collaborations with FANUC, Teradyne Robotics

June 23, 2026 · At Automate 2026 in Chicago, Vention announced a new digital twin platform optimized for Universal Robots deployments, and expanded support for FANUC industrial robotics with AI-powered programming and collision-free motion planning.

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Automate 2026: Festo cuts EOAT air use and improves grip control with VTUX eco functions

June 21, 2026 · At Automate 2026 in Chicago, Festo will showcase its integrated vacuum, adaptive pressure control and multi-protocol connectivity to improve robotic handling performance.

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Automate 2026: Flexiv to unveil next-generation adaptive robots

June 21, 2026 · Flexiv will make the international debut of the Enlight and MICO adaptive robots at Automate 2026 in Chicago.

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Yale Lift Trucks launches lithium-ion batteries and chargers

June 7, 2026 · Yale Lift Truck Technologies has launched a line of lithium-ion batteries and chargers specifically designed for its lift trucks, providing a unified warehouse offering.

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Aptiv, Comau partner to co-develop next-gen offerings for robotics, autonomous systems and industrial logistics

May 12, 2026 · Aptiv and Comau partnered to jointly develop technologies in advanced robotics, autonomous systems, and automated warehouse & logistics systems.

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LS Electric launches Beyond X Safety offering with XSC Safety PLC, XSR Safety Relays

May 9, 2026 · LS Electric’s Beyond X launched the XSC Safety PLC and XSR Safety Relay as part of the company’s integrated smart power offering for modern industrial machinery.

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MODEX 2026: Rapyuta Robotics unveils upgraded ASRS, AMRs

April 10, 2026 · Rapyuta Robotics will run demos of its updated Rapyuta ASRS and Rapyuta Pick-Assist AMR (PA-AMR) at MODEX 2026 in Atlanta.

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MODEX 2026: Stoecklin Logistics to showcase intelligent automation, ASRS technologies

April 9, 2026 · At MODEX 2026, Stoecklin Logistics will showcase its FSP Shuttle System and CasePicker technologies, highlighting its warehouse and material handling innovations.

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MODEX 2026: KEITH Manufacturing Co. highlights Freight Runner dock-to-trailer system

April 6, 2026 · At MODEX 2026 in Atlanta, KEITH Manufacturing Co. will highlight its KEITH Freight Runner conveyor technology to improve loading dock operations.

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MODEX 2026: Quicktron Robotics highlights integrated warehouse technologies

April 4, 2026 · At MODEX 2026, Quicktron will demonstrate how QuickMix, a unified tote and pallet robotics suite, provides a ‘one platform for all scenarios.’

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MODEX 2026: CaPow to Demonstrate Power-in-Motion robot charging platform

March 31, 2026 · CaPow will run live demos at MODEX 2026of its robot charging technology with Ocado and MiR, showcasing how different robot platforms can achieve 100% uptime.

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DHL Supply Chain accelerates automation deployments with SVT Robotics SOFTBOT platform

March 30, 2026 · DHL Supply Chain is deploying SVT Robotics’ SOFTBOT platform 12 times faster across its global warehouse network, expanding its cobot usage for logistics tasks.

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FlexQube expands relationship with U.S.-based e-commerce and logistics companies

March 27, 2026 · FlexQube announced it received orders worth approximately $13 million from one of the world’s largest U.S.-based e-commerce and logistics companies.

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MODEX 2026: NORD to showcase modular drive technologies for intelligent automation

March 23, 2026 · At MODEX 2026, NORD is highlighting its modular drive technologies, including the IE5+ synchronous motors and LogiDrive drives, for intelligent automation.

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Ottonomy unveils platform connecting robots, drones and smart infrastructure on NVIDIA

February 23, 2026 · Ottonomy released the Ottumn.AI physical AI orchestration platform, connecting robots, drones and smart infrastructure through NVIDIA.

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Reallusion expands to a complete human-centric simulation solution

February 16, 2026 · Through Motion Planning, Reallusion is closing the sim-to-real gap with modular, scalable logic in simulation environments that are easy to validate.

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