Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.64
April 16, 2021
…In addition, Chicago-based JBT Corp. showed a warehouse freezer AGV (automated guided vehicle) to address similar needs to Siemens' conveyor drives above. “The freezer is the last frontier for AGVs. As a part of a food machinery company, our market research indicated that nobody was servicing this market,” said Cory Flemings, global sales director at JBT. “So JBT took on this challenge: We produced and fielded an AGV that can live in a freezer, service 10-ft., 6-in. aisles and reach storage locations up to 422 in.” Mobile Industrial Robots ApS demonstrated its expanded lineup of AMRs, including the more nimble…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.64
September 26, 2022
…entered a partnership to make automated guided vehicles, or AGVs, and distribute xSQUARE’s warehousing systems to more areas. The new AGVs will built based on Logisnext’s brand of forklifts, and xSQUARE’s warehousing system will be shared using MLAP’s distribution network in Asia, Oceania, and South Africa. “We believe that our partnership with xSQUARE will help strengthen our ability to expand the product and service offerings in the material handling equipment industry,” said Yasuo Kubota, managing director of Mitsubishi Logisnext Asia Pacific. “This collaboration will also enable us to be a complete solutions provider in this domain. We're excited to work…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.64
May 10, 2023
While automated guided vehicles, or AGVs, and autonomous mobile robots, or AMRs, promise increased efficiency in factories and warehouses, fleets require good power management for full utilization. Rotating robots in and out for wired or wireless recharging can add complexity and downtime, but CaPow's Genesis system offers perpetual power delivery. Not only do CaPow's antenna stickers provide continual power—and throughput—but they also integrate with existing and new mobile robots. Users can simply place the stickers on the floor and on the robots. A receiver and power bank require less space and weight than batteries, which are also supported. In addition,…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.61
March 26, 2022
…the highest ever sold. That includes automated guided vehicles (AGVs) as well as AMRs. AMR sales strong in response to pandemic, labor shortage The rising adoption of mobile robots is in part because of the COVID-19 pandemic, labor shortages, and the acceleration of online ordering, said Ash Sharma, managing director at Interact Analysis and author of the report. Because more companies are choosing to automate, “this has caused sales in mobile robots to spiral, with nearly 70% more vehicles shipped than the year before and a 36% increase in revenues, which rose to nearly $3 billion,” he wrote. “It is…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.61
November 11, 2021
…is easy to mount on an automated guided vehicle (AGV) or another mobile platform to accommodate a variety of repetitive tasks or automate machines that are standing idle, FANUC America said. The new industrial robot arm has a 10 kg (22 lb.) payload and a work envelope with a reach of 1,101 mm (43.3 in.). The LR-10iA/10 can be used for machine tending and a variety of picking applications found in the warehousing and logistics markets, according to FANUC. In addition, a fully enclosed structure features built-in air lines, solenoid valves, and electrical utilities for easy integration, said the company.…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.55
January 21, 2022
Recording: February 23, 2022 at 2:00 EST
…are just beginning to add robots. Automated guided vehicles (AGVs) and autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) can relieve human workers from having to walk or push carts miles every day. They can also provide traceability and allow for the optimization of materials handling. Date: Wednesday, February 23, 2022 Time: 02:00 PM EST/ 11:00 AM PST In this free webcast, our expert panelists will discuss how better management of robot fleets can benefit end users and accelerate adoption. They will also examine the following considerations for mobile robots: The role of open-source software in developing and using mobile robots How to improve…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.55
March 24, 2022
…of natural navigation technologies (sometimes called free navigation) for AGVs – scan matching and feature matching – along with their respective pros and cons. What’s the difference between scan matching and feature matching? Put simply, today’s natural navigation technologies use one of two different methodologies: scan matching (sometimes called SLAM navigation) and feature matching (used by ANT®). How scan matching works With scan matching technology, measurements from the vehicle’s laser scanners are compared (matched) to the cells of a grid-based reference map of the environment. These cells can be compared to pixels in a digital image. To position (localize) itself…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.53
April 24, 2023
…Company’s 2023 list of “Most Innovative Companies.” Kollmorgen offers AGVs, NDC autonomy platform “We see a lot of things happening in the market, where interoperability amongst other things is a strong driving force, opening up for new perspectives and collaborations,” said Tobias Byfeldt, vice president and general manager of Kollmorgen Automation. “We are impressed with OTTO Motors’ offering and are excited to see what a collaboration between our two companies could mean and the value it could bring to our customers.” Kollmorgen said it has delivered systems for automated guided vehicles (AGVs) and mobile robots with its NDC platform for…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.53
December 12, 2022
…systems with industrial design fix limitations. Vision modules help AGVs and AMRs better navigate environments The company's other newly launched sensor module, the M4.3WN, features accurate tracking and VSLAM navigation based on fisheye cameras and an IMU together with depth sensing and on-chip AI processing. This enables free navigation, localization, path planning, and static and dynamic obstacle avoidance – the main challenges for AMR and AGV systems. The M4.3WN is specially designed in a metal case to best serve in industrial environment conditions, according to the company. “Our new all-in-one sensor modules expand our portfolio targeting the growing market of…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.50
August 25, 2022
…include Industry 4.0 technology such as autonomous guided vehicles (AGVs), collaborative robot systems, traditional robotics, assembly automation & simulation, 3D printing tool development & production. “We are excited to work with the Innovative team to enhance our delivery of advanced, end-to-end automation capabilities for our customers,” said Andy Storm, CEO of Eckhart. “Rich, Eric, Dale, Kevin, and the rest of the Innovative team have developed a reputation in the medical device and life sciences markets for solving mission-critical issues for their customers, and we believe joining forces will position us well for our next phase of growth.” A unified force…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.49
January 12, 2023
…materials on pallets that would be impossible with most AGVs and AMRs. It’s a natural fit for vehicles that tow cargo to cross-sell carts.” Partnership already being felt at U.S. packaging facility Already, the alliance is having an impact. Recently, Cyngn announced a new deployment at the leather care products manufacturer, U.S. Continental Packaging. The California-based facility plans to use Cyngn’s DriveMod-enabled Stockchasers with Jtec’s CarryMax Carts in tow. “Cyngn has brought an effective autonomous industrial vehicle solution that complements our products very well, and we’re excited to work with them on another deployment,” added Ty Overcash, Jtec’s Director of…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.42
October 21, 2016
…eye on these innovations, but actively invest in their development.” More than 40 percent of surveyed consumers would use AGVs (autonomous ground vehicles with lockers). Among younger respondents, this figure rises to one in two in favor of AGVs. Schröder adds that by 2025, he expects it will be possible to deliver around 80 percent of parcels autonomously. “However, some segments like grocery deliveries and immediate deliveries will continue to be delivered manually because there are still no cost-effective automated options in these areas
