Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.22
December 26, 2021
…RoboSense said it is currently the only company in China to mass-produce automotive-grade pre-installed lidar. The company's M1 second-generation, smart solid-state sensor has obtained pre-installed, fixed-point project orders from multiple brands including GAC AION, WM Motor, ZEEKR, Lotus Cars, Inceptio, and Zhito, covering models including passenger cars and commercial vehicles. Horizon Robotics said it is a global leader in edge AI computing platforms based on forward-looking software and hardware integration. As the only company in China to mass-produce automotive-grade, pre-installed AI chips, Horizon Robotics said it has collaborated with multiple automotive manufacturers including SAIC Motor, GWM, JAC Group, Changan Auto,…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.19
July 02, 2021
…as offices in Germany, the U.K., the U.S., Japan, China and Hong Kong, and Singapore. Geek+ builds on commercial success In the past two years, Geek+ said it has automated the warehouses of some of the world's best-known brands such as Decathlon, Nike, Circle K, Walmart, and ASDA. The company claimed that it has the largest share of the global autonomous mobile robot (AMR) market with operations in 30 countries. Geek+ plans to continue to strengthen its regional capabilities by teaming up with local as well as global integrators. Building upon its goods-to-person picking robot, Geek+ now offers a wide…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.09
December 23, 2022
…the West early in the year, but companies in China have grappled with draconian shutdowns and now a resurgence of infections. Even as China passed the U.S. in robot density, or the number of robots per 10,000 workers, companies still grappled with electronics and other component shortages. E-commerce companies and some of the robotics vendors serving them laid off employees as demand slowed post-pandemic. However, the overall need for robots in omnichannel retail that includes both online and store fulfillment continued to grow. Self-driving cars also hit potholes like safety problems and questions about slow returns on their investments. Worker…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.98
June 08, 2021
…$300 million (U.S.) in Series D funding. The Shanghai, China-based company said it plans to use the money to continue research and development of optoelectric chips and to scale up production of its hybrid, solid-state lidar to 1 million units. Founded in 2014, Hesai said its goal is to provide high-performance products that can be mass-produced and customized. Its technology includes photoelectric chips, automated production, and perception capabilities based on deep learning. The PandarXT lidar is designed for applications including robotic deliveries, mapping, and surveillance, according to Hesai. The company has more than 500 employes and customers in 70 cities…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.95
January 12, 2023
…advanced nations in terms of annual installations of industrial robots—China, Japan, the U.S., South Korea, and Germany, plus the European Union—have very different R&D strategies. Governments drive robotics R&D programs in Asia In China, the 14th Five-Year Plan for Robot Industry Development, released by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) in Beijing on Dec, 21, 2021, focused on promoting innovation. The goal is to make China a global leader for robot technology and industrial advancement, noted the IFR. Robotics is listed in China's plans for eight key industries for the next five years. In order to implement national…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.91
October 04, 2021
…our training schools established in the U.S., Europe, or China.” “Robotic certificates for workers are valid around the globe and qualify for fantastic new career opportunities,” Bongart said. “This is not limited to the classic adopters of robotic and automation like the car industry but also true for small and midsized companies from a wide range of branches.” As more industries move toward automation than ever before, robotics training is also becoming part of public education in the U.S., Europe, and Asia, noted the IFR. “In China for example, ABB Robotics’ cooperation with vocational schools dates back to 12 years…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.89
March 23, 2017
…roundtable, Monday, April 3 at 1 p.m. ● Joint US-China Robotics Forum, Tuesday, April 4 at 10:15 a.m. ● Forum on “Investing in Automation,” Wednesday, April 5 at 10:30 a.m. ● Startup Launch Pad Competition – eight finalists compete for a prize of $10,000, Wednesday, April 5 at 3 p.m. Show attendees can register for free here. Fees for conference attendees may be paid at the same link. A3 also announced a joint US-China Robotics Forum to be held April 4 at the show. The forum will bring together A3’s RIA and its counterpart, the China Robot Industry Alliance (CRIA).…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.82
September 27, 2023
…grand opening of an automated distribution center in Suzhou, China. The partners said the “state-of-the-art” facility “sets a new industry standard with its high degree of speed and flexibility in warehousing logistics.” “With the establishment of this center, Adidas aims to ramp up supply chain responsiveness, boost operational efficiency, and elevate the consumer experience,” said Harm Ohlmeyer, global chief financial officer of Adidas, in a release. “We envision these logistics advancements to provide valuable insights for Adidas' global expansion.” Founded in 1949, Adidas provides athletic footwear, apparel, and accessories. The Herzogenaurach, Germany-based company has 59,000 employees worldwide, and its 2022…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.73
November 01, 2022
…Volocopter GLy Capital to help bring air taxis to China Hong Kong-based GLy Capital Management has also joined Volocopter’s investor base. GLy is backed by Geely Holding, a long-term partner of Volocopter. In their joint venture, Geely and Volocopter aim to bring UAM to China. With its high density of megacities, the companies said they expect China to become one of the largest markets for electric air taxis. “Volocopter’s vision encompasses industrial short- and medium-range commercial passenger applications to bring efficiency to the way we move around our cities,” said Hrvoje Krkalo, co-CEO of GLy Capital. “I look forward to…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.67
November 29, 2021
…for agriculture, construction, facilities management, and landscaping. The Shenzhen, China-based company, also known as Fengjiangzhineng Co., said it plans to use the funding to grow its product suite and to support customers worldwide. “If you look at how robotic technology is being applied, there are a lot of companies using drones and autonomous vehicles,” said Wu Di, founder and CEO of FJ Dynamics. “But the majority of people on earth aren’t benefiting from it.” “Agriculture, construction, gardening ... work conditions in these sectors are physically demanding, and there are still a lot of us doing this kind of job,” he…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.63
April 27, 2022
…company has facilities in Nanjing, Tianjin, Guangzhou, and Chengdu, China, and in Kuala Lumpur, as well as more than 70 sales and service outlets. TICA has branches dedicated to air-handing units (AHUs), fresh air, modular chillers, variable refrigerant flow (VRF) units, screw chillers, centrifugal chillers, and Organic Rankine Cycle (ORC) low-temperature waste heat power-generation systems. New Geek+ system helps TICA meet carbon goals In pursuit of China's goal of carbon neutrality by 2030, TICA has expanded its operations to several major energy markets including geothermal, solar, liquid natural gas (LNG) power, biomass energy, and industrial energy storage. In order to…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.61
June 22, 2021
…PlusDrive system to some customers in the U.S. and China this year. In addition, state-owned China FAW Group Co. plans to start mass production of jointly-developed autonomous trucks this quarter, said Plus. The company recently hired Dennis Mooney from Navistar International Corp. and Chuck Joseph from Amazon.com Inc. to help scale up production and promote the adoption of its technology. Startups keep on trucking Plus is among a number of startups trying to upend a fragmented long-haul trucking business with driverless technology. Other companies working on autonomous freight hauling include Waymo, Kodiak Robotics, Einride, and TuSimple. In June 2020, Amazon…
