Topic: Sustainability

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Einride and GE Appliances Announce First Electric, Autonomous Truck Fleet in the U.S.

November 1, 2021 · As part of its $1 billion investment in U.S. manufacturing and distribution, GE Appliances is working with Einride to bring the autonomous pods to U.S. corporate campuses.

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Nespresso Pilots Drone Deliveries in Israel With Airwayz, SkylinX, and FlytechIL

August 25, 2021 · In the Tel Aviv-Jaffa corridor in Israel, Nespresso coffee pods will be delivered by drone fleets managed by Airwayz, with airports run by Skylinx and piloting by FlytechIL.

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Körber Builds First Automated Warehouse on Philippine Island for BigBlue Logistics

August 25, 2021 · BigBlue Logistics faced challenges including scarce labor, limited space, and the need for environmental sustainability. Körber is helping to build an ASRS for cold storage.

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Farm Robots Could Lead to a Utopian—or Dystopian—Future, Argues Researcher

July 18, 2021 · As farms of all sizes look to adopt automation, robotics developers and policymakers should take a broader view of the potential environmental impacts, says a German scientist.

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Good Machine Sustainability Projects Get Autonomous Lift From Plus Trucks

June 18, 2021 · Trucks could help protect the environment, as a project between autonomous vehicle developer Plus and sustainability venture firm Good Machines hauls wildfire detection gear.

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ABB PixelPaint Car Painting System Wins IERA 2021 Robotics Award

June 10, 2021 · PixelPaint's two robots can apply paint to vehicles faster and with less waste than other methods, improving efficiency and helping the environment, said winner ABB Robotics.

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Toyota AI Ventures Rebrands as Toyota Ventures, to Invest $300M More in Emerging Tech

June 4, 2021 · Toyota AI Ventures, which has invested in robotics, AI, and other emerging technologies, will add carbon neutrality to its portfolio under the Toyota Ventures Climate Fund.

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RIZE Leverages Materials Science for AM Safety

December 29, 2020 · The RIZE 2XC is a proof point that RIZE's software and materials can transform any FDM 3D printer to achieve top safety and sustainability certifications.

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Materialise Sees Sustainability as the Future of 3D Printing

November 25, 2020 · Company focuses on reduction in waste, improvement in material re-use.

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Caterpillar Funds Major Robotic Initiative at South Dakota Mines

October 29, 2020 · South Dakota Mines will help lead Cat Labs MineStar Consortium, which partners university faculty and students with Caterpillar engineers and researchers to help build the next generation of mining and construction technology.

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ABB Recycles and Remanufactures Thousands of Old Robots

July 15, 2020 · Remanufacturing enables existing robot users to sell inactive or legacy robots to ABB with an attractive buy back service, rather than scrapping them or leaving them unused in a corner of the factory.

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Additive Manufacturer Green Trade Association Commissions Research Project

June 4, 2020 · Project will be a systematic review of existing studies on the environmental benefits of AM.

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New Lift Truck Options Are Powering Productivity

February 3, 2020 · Fleet owners and forklift OEMs are exploring new options of motive power.

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3D Printing Factors Big in HP’s Sustainability Game Plan

July 16, 2019 · HP is promoting 3D printing technology as part of its broader sustainability charter to reduce overall environmental impact.

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U.S. Department of Energy recognizes REI distribution center for energy efficiency

March 25, 2019 · 280,000-square-foot solar panels, 'hypershairs' for employees and robotic fulfillment technologies help cut energy costs and environmental impact.

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MHPN Readers’ Choice Products of the Year winners announced

December 14, 2017 · Nearly 1,300 readers voted in 13 categories for the best innovations in materials handling equipment.

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DHL challenges smart minds to develop innovative robotics and green solutions

June 15, 2016 · Visionaries invited to submit ideas for self-driving delivery carts or sustainable logistics concepts.

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PMMI infographic recognizes gains in sustainability

April 26, 2016 · PMMI celebrates Earth Day with infographic, announces 25 new members.

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Year in Review: Top materials handling news in 2015

December 30, 2015 · Continued consolidation, rapid technological advancements and labor challenges point toward an ambitious new year.

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