Topic: Robotics

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Robotic picking market worth $6.8 billion by 2030, up from $236 million last year

June 7, 2023 · Study by Interact Analysis finds that U.S. -based companies lead the market, while industries running 2-shift and 3-shift operations are showing faster adoption rates. Out of the 33 suppliers that currently serve the robotic picking market, 18 are based in the US.

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2023 State of Robotics: Measurable performance and integration come into focus

June 5, 2023 · There were hordes of robots at ProMat 2023, but what are they doing for operations in terms of high-value applications, and how do they integrate to help material flow? To find out, we asked a few exhibitors about the top warehouse robotic apps and trends.

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Automate 2023 analysis: Simplicity and speed will further robotics uptake

May 30, 2023 · Automate show analysis of warehouse robotics trends. Robotic systems are cool, now vendors tap partnerships, integration, and easy-to-use software to make solutions simpler to deploy

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Threat or Friend? Robotic Cleaning in Warehousing and Logistics

May 24, 2023 · Overcoming common misconceptions about robotic cleaning.

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Rockwell Automation partners with autonox Robotics

May 24, 2023 · Unified robot control solutions address need for flexible solutions for manufacturing efficiencies.

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IFR: Robot installs in North American manufacturing up 12% in 2022

May 24, 2023 · Strong demand from carmakers, International Federation of Robotics reports as highlight of preliminary results

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Automate to return in 2024

May 23, 2023 · McCormick Place in Chicago will host next year’s event May 6-9, 2024, and the show will be back in Detroit May 12-15, 2025.

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Melonee Wise takes up new gig as Agility Robotics’ new CTO

May 23, 2023 · Wise is joining Agility Robotics as it works to bring its new version of Digit to market. Wise previously served as vice president and general manager of robotics automation at Zebra Technologies. She is the co-founder and former CEO of Fetch Robotics, which was acquired by Zebra in 2021.

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OSARO and Geek+ partner to integrate robotic warehouse solutions

May 18, 2023 · Partnership addresses integrated access to OSARO’s advanced picking robots with Geek+ autonomous mobile robots and automated storage and retrieval systems.

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Hai Robotics adapts leadership structure to support its growing North American market

May 17, 2023 · Richie Chen, the founder and owner of Hai Robotics, assumes the role of U.S. General Manager, with two other advancements in upper leadership

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Swisslog’s SynQ powered AutoStore solution to enable omni-channel growth for Northern Tool + Equipment

May 16, 2023 · Swisslog's Automation Solution will be installed within Northern Tool's Fort Mill, SC facility to meet its distribution needs. The solution is expected to be operational by October 2023.

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Interact Analysis: logistics and other new application scenarios key to cobot market success

May 16, 2023 · Market intelligence firm forecasts the collaborative robot market will enjoy modest growth out to 2032, with annual growth rates sitting at around 20%, after red hot growth for the market in 2021.

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North American robot orders soften after record 2022

May 16, 2023 · Association for Advancing Automation report shows just under 10,000 units purchased in Q1 2023, down 21% from Q1 2022

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For Carhartt, necessity is the mother of automation

May 15, 2023 · An iconic American brand is partnering with DHL Supply Chain to build out a network to meet soaring demand. It's also turning to flexible automation to optimize operations.

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Robotics: Enthusiasm is translating into investment

May 15, 2023 · This issue was designed to be a bit of a primer, a push to inspire those readers who’ve been on the fence, but are now moving forward on their plans to evaluate and apply some level of robotics and automation into their operations.

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Online retailer Otto Group partners with Covariant to deploy AI robotics for its fulfillment centers

May 12, 2023 · Otto Group, a major international online retailer based in Germany, is entering into a long-term strategic partnership with Covariant, a leading AI Robotics company. The companies plan to deploy more than 100 robots.

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Materials handling robot basics

May 11, 2023 · Are you ready? It’s time. Here’s a very short course on what robots can do and why you need to consider them to be part of your materials handling mix going forward. Warehouse Robotics Basics. Learn about the basics of robotics in the warehouse and distribution center.

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6 River Systems handoff a sign for mobile robot vendors to demonstrate value, notes analysts

May 11, 2023 · Investors and industry analysts noted that many autonomous mobile robot vendors aren't yet profitable, but they can still get more limited venture capital.

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Intralogistics Robotics study 2023: More robots are coming to a warehouse near you

May 10, 2023 · Our new Intralogistics Robotics Study proves just how vital robotics and automation are becoming to warehouses and DCs of all sizes­—and across all industries.

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Software helps robots play nice

May 10, 2023 · The latest robotics software trend is platforms that specialize in orchestrating interactions between different robotic systems and other “agents.” This multi-agent orchestration niche involves multiple players with varied approaches—but they all promise to smooth handoffs and speed up automation onboarding.

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Robotics Invest 2026: Robotics investors, entrepreneurs and tech innovators meet in Boston
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Automate 2026: AMRs, cobots, humanoids, orchestration platforms, software systems & more

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