Topic: Painting

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Automate 2026: Hirebotics launches no-code, explosion-proof cobot offering for painting

June 28, 2026 · At Automate 2026 in Chicago, Hirebotics launched the Cobot Painter, eliminating the need for dedicated pain cells and complex programming.

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New Manhattan high-rise looks to pioneer robotics-enabled construction

March 3, 2026 · Westvue NY, in partnership with Skyeforge Alliance, is looking to build a 24-story residential development with robotics-enabled construction technology.

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Okibo announces general availability of robotic BLASTER technology for construction industry

February 24, 2026 · Okibo launched an autonomous, high-speed coating tool, BLASTER, for its construction robots, adding efficiency for industrial painting and priming.

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Okibo launches autonomous, AI-guided painting and drywall finishing EG7+ robot

December 13, 2025 · Okibo announced the release of the autonomous, AI-guided painting and drywall finishing EG7+ robot, which extends to 24 feet for construction projects.

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Industrial robots take on dangerous tasks

October 22, 2025 · In this Special Focus issue, examine how different robots and automation systems help improve safety, efficiency and sustainabilty in industrial manufacturing settings, like the aerospace, automotive, electronics and defense industries.

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How sustainability drives ABB’s automotive automation technologies

October 16, 2025 · Powered by PixelPaint, RB1000i-S high-transfer efficiency paint atomizers and large robot families, ABB’s sustainable manufacturing technologies drive its automotive automation.

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Construction robotics company Okibo helping build Netflix House project

August 3, 2025 · Okibo, a construction robotics company, has its drywall and painting robots in use by Performance Contracting, Inc. to help build the Netflix House entertainment venue.

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Universal Robots announces Collaborate North America 2025

December 20, 2024 · The free-to-attend cobot conference and tradeshow will feature hands-on demos, speakers from A3, Siemens and MIT, and 'surprise speakers' from automotive and AI chip manufacturers.

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FANUC Produces 1 Millionth Industrial Robot

September 20, 2023 · FANUC has been producing industrial automation for nearly 50 years and is expanding its North American presence.

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FANUC America Demonstrates Welding and Coating Automation at FABTECH

September 11, 2023 · FANUC America plans to show its entire CRX collaborative robot line, which is designed for endurance and ease of use.

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ABB to Demonstrate Next Generation Robots at Automate 2023

May 9, 2023 · ABB Robotics is going big at Automate and Automatica, with an expanded line of collaborative robots, rebranded mobile robots, and systems for applications like painting and welding.

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With Construction Booming, Tech Is the Missing Piece

April 8, 2023 · Construction as an industry faces many challenges, but assisting the existing skilled workforce is a top priority and an area where robotics can help, observes Heartland Ventures.

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KEWAZO Raises $10M Series A to Automate and Digitize Construction Material Flow

January 24, 2023 · KEWAZO will apply its Series A funding to expanding its offering of the LIFTBOT scaffolding assembly robot and ONSITE data analytics platform in North America and Europe.

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GrayMatter Robotics Raises $20M Series A for Automating Surface Finishing

August 16, 2022 · GrayMatter Robotics' AI helps automate surface finishing and treatment in high-mix, high-variability production. It plans to hire for a wide range of positions.

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ABB to Exhibit Latest Robot Innovations at Automate 2022

June 2, 2022 · At Automate next week, ABB will demonstrate its portfolio of industrial and collaborative, as well as mobile robots from its recent acquisition of ASTI Mobile Robotics.

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ABB Robotics Unveils Art Car Precisely Painted With PixelPaint Robot

May 10, 2022 · ABB Robotics unveiled a car painted by its PixelPaint robot, recreating art while demonstrating how its technology can reduce complexity and paint more efficiently and sustainably.

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Learn OnRobot Platform Guides Users for Collaborative Applications

October 28, 2021 · OnRobot aims to ease the design and deployment of common collaborative robot applications using its tooling by offering the free Learn OnRobot Web-based training platform.

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Danfoss Power Solutions Implements OTTO AMRs for Large Payloads

October 18, 2021 · Danfoss Power Solutions says autonomous mobile robots from OTTO Motors have enabled its workers to focus on high-value production tasks in the manufacturing of hydraulics.

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Choice of a Cobot or an Industrial Robot Depends on the Application

October 9, 2021 · The Southwest Research Institute breaks down tasks into those best for industrial robots in comparison with those where collaborative robots would make more sense.

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What Is a Cobot, and Does My Company Need One?

September 25, 2021 · Depending on the application, power- and force-limited collaborative robot arms can help businesses with tasks involving automation alongside humans, says the SwRI.

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