Topic: Technology

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RIA and Pittsburgh Robotics Network establish partnership

January 24, 2019 · Organizations to collaborate on promoting work of Pittsburgh robotics companies and research institutions across the nation.

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Other Voices: The robot revolution and five trends for 2019 and beyond

January 23, 2019 · Lessons learned in the early personal computer market can help inform the ongoing innovation in the industrial robotics market.

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A3 announces call for 2019 Automate Launch Pad Startup Competition

January 16, 2019 · Entrepreneurs vie for $10,000 cash award, spotlight at the April 8-11 Automate show and conference.

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Year in Review: Top materials handling news in 2018

January 2, 2019 · In a healthy but fiercely competitive landscape, technology continues to play a pivotal role in the ongoing digital transformation of supply chains big and small.

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Bill Bastian Sr. to retire after more than 63 years in the material handling industry

December 20, 2018 · Bastian took over operations of what was then called Stark Company before purchasing the business in 1962.

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RightHand Robotics Picking Up Where Amazon’s Kiva Systems Left Off

December 19, 2018 · RightHand Robotics, a Somerville, Mass-based company founded in 2014 by Leif Jentoft and Yaro Tenzer, closed a $23 million Series B round for its RightPick robotic piece-picking technology.

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Balyo announces 10-year renewal of contract with Hyster-Yale Group

December 19, 2018 · Announcement coincides with market launch in Europe of the Hyster-Yale Driven by Balyo™ robotic lift trucks.

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RightHand Robotics raises $23M in Series B funding

December 19, 2018 · RHR intends to use the funds to expand business and technical teams and broaden its suite of product applications in support of the company's growing customer base.

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MHI announces formation of new robotics industry group

December 19, 2018 · Members of The Robotics Group are leading manufacturers, integrators, consultants, and component suppliers of robotic solutions designed specifically for warehousing and distribution applications.

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3PLs are getting into the innovation game

December 10, 2018 · Once slow to adopt automation, 3PLs are now leading the way.

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Google’s Parent Company Alphabet Will Begin ‘Wing’ Aerial Drone Deliveries in Finland

December 6, 2018 · Wing, the Alphabet-owned drone delivery startup, has announced that it will launch a free 10-minute trial distribution service starting in spring 2019 in Finland.

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5 Things to Know About NextGen Supply Chain Technology & Innovation

December 5, 2018 · In its 2018 Annual Industry Report, MHI advises companies to “think big, but start small” when implementing new technology tools and systems.

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How Humans and Robots Will Work Side-by-Side in the Supply Chain

December 5, 2018 · Humans and robots can work in harmony to create a safer, more efficient working world, here's what that world might look like.

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Vecna Robotics now a standalone company, separates from Vecna Technologies

December 4, 2018 · With new business, leadership and investor, the provider of self-driving industrial vehicles plans enhanced production and innovation to meet growing demand.

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DHL Supply Chain puts $300M towards integration of emerging technologies Into North America

December 3, 2018 · 350 of its 430 facilities to receive a technology upgrade, the company says.

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Researchers Train Self-Driving on Virtual Roads

December 1, 2018 · Programs learn to navigate in digital highways. Software such as Simcenter Prescan allows automakers to train their artificial intelligence programs to make the right decision not only in routine events but also in uncommon but imminent events.

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North American robotics orders to non-automotive companies surge to new records

November 29, 2018 · Automotive (52%) and non-automotive (48%) segments are closer than ever in the history of RIA's reports dating back to 1984.

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Truckers Prepare For Era of Self-Driving Autonomous Trucks

November 22, 2018 · There is a lot of work being done behind the scenes involving some of the biggest names in and out of transportation, when it comes to driverless cars and trucks.

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ABI Research: Short-range wireless solutions require new approaches in smart manufacturing

November 14, 2018 · Research suggests industrial and manufacturing environments need to prepare for a 'long-term transformation rather than an overnight success story.'

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5 Ways to Streamline Supply Chain Logistics Operations with Autonomous Robots & Drones

October 30, 2018 · Many companies have already integrated autonomous robots into their supply chain, however, for some companies considering launching an autonomous robot strategy it can be intimidating, here are five examples of how autonomous robots and drones can work to streamline your supply chain operations.

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