Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 26.09
January 17, 2024
…announced the company has been awarded a patent from Japan related to the automation of work and using robotic arms on a building's façade. The Japanese patent comes after the company obtained a patent from Singapore in May 2023 related to its award-winning, robotic window cleaning system. Ozmo in the global marketplace Michael Brown, Skyline Robotics CEO & chairman: “Skyline’s technology is unparalleled in the global marketplace and patent offices are recognizing that. Continual independent evaluations of our technology are determining its uniqueness and innovation potential.” Japan is a key strategic market for Skyline Robotics. Japan is the world’s third…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 25.21
December 01, 2023
…quickly catching up with industry leaders South Korea and Japan, who had the highest density of robots installed per 10,000 workers in the manufacturing industry in 2021. According to the IFR, Asia leads the way in the shift to automated processes, with China in particular installing industrial robots at breakneck speed. In 2022, the country accounted for more than 50 percent of newly-installed industrial robots worldwide, quickly catching up with industry leaders South Korea and Japan, which had the highest density of robots installed per 10,000 workers in the manufacturing industry in 2021. According to the World Robotics report, a…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 10.55
November 21, 2023
…The Asia Pacific region, which includes countries like China, Japan, South Korea, India, and others, is a dominant player in the global collaborative robot market, accounting for nearly half of the market share. The projected growth is driven by the presence of both global and domestic players, with China being a particularly significant contributor. Additionally, factors such as an aging population and rising labor costs in several Asian countries are expected to further boost market growth in the coming years. Among the report’s key highlights: Smart factories are on the rise. The number of smart factories has been rapidly increasing…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.96
November 20, 2023
…competitive edge. Notably, countries such as China, India, and Japan are witnessing robust economic development, marked by a swift rise in internet access and smartphone adoption. These factors are propelling the demand for effective autonomous AI solutions to support the thriving e-commerce sector. Furthermore, substantial investments by both governments and businesses in cloud-based security services are further stimulating the demand for security-focused cloud solutions in the region. Software at the epicenter. The software segment took the lead in 2022, capturing a substantial revenue share of over 43.4%. This growth in the software market can be attributed to the continuous evolution…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.85
November 17, 2023
…Budweiser. Inceptio is actively exploring partnerships with additional heavy-duty truck OEMs to expand its business in overseas regions, including Japan, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia. The Bloomberg New Economy Forum is an annual conference focused on challenges confronting the global economy and opportunities created by technological innovation. Mr. Ma participated in a panel discussion on the future of transportation alongside executives from Trip.com and Hyundai Motor, as well as Indonesia's minister for tourism and creative economy. To listen to Ma’s full presentation at the Bloomberg New Economy Forum, watch this video.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.53
November 16, 2023
…SUS chose to return to domestic production in Shizuoka, Japan, to better manage its lead times and introduce greater flexibility. However, the manual and repetitive nature of the production process, coupled with mounting labor shortages, has made it difficult for the company to recruit and retain sufficient workers to achieve the required production volumes. SUS is now turning to ABB’s YuMi cobots to enable the reshoring of production while addressing workforce shortage challenges. “Reshoring is increasingly viewed as a way to address the challenges of disruptive supply chains and uncertainty, but it can introduce complexities of its own,” said Joerg…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 25.17
November 07, 2023
…demand for automation in several countries such as China, Japan, South Korea, India, the US, Germany, and Spain. For example, in April 2022, The West Japan Rail Company utilized a Giant virtual reality-operated humanoid robot to fix power lines in Japan. Smart manufacturing, which leverages the use of cutting-edge computing, analytics, low-cost sensing, and new levels of communication, is supporting several industrial advancements, the report says. The proper functioning of smart manufacturing requires industrial robots which are integrated with IoT microprocessors, microcontrollers, sensors, and switches that can enhance production efficiency. Hence, such factors are expected to drive the humanoid robot…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.41
November 02, 2023
…employees, with offices in the U.S., Germany, the U.K., Japan, South Korea, China, and Singapore. Last week, it announced a new RoboShuttle model that can reach storage racks up to 12 m (40 ft.) high. FORTNA addresses supply chain needs “In a rapidly evolving e-commerce landscape, the demand for efficient and scalable order-fulfillment solutions has never been greater,” FORTNA said. “FORTNA and Geek+ are dedicated to addressing these challenges head-on by combining their expertise to design, develop, and implement cutting-edge automated robotic solutions.” “The partnership marks a significant milestone in the industry, as two industry leaders join forces to transform…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.81
October 27, 2023
…two years, it has also established branches in Europe, Japan, and North America and expanded its customer and partner base. “In 2023, we have experienced significant growth throughout the entire American market, completing major projects in the metal and automotive industries, both in the U.S. and in the fast-growing Mexican market,” said Moritz Garroz Borelly, sales director for Elite Robots USA. “Elite Robots is taking many steps to expand the collaborative market space, and I believe it has the potential to significantly elevate the entire industry.” The company has its U.S. office in Knoxville, Tenn. “Winning this order makes me…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.20
October 24, 2023
…the U.K., Germany, France, Spain, Italy, Austria, South Korea, Japan, Australia, and Singapore, as well as assembly facilities in Poland. AutoStore touts R5 Pro features The R5 Pro is intended for companies running multi-shift operations at scale, said AutoStore. It listed the following features and potential benefits of the R5 Pro Robot: Enhanced productivity: By deploying the R5 Pro at a large AutoStore site, customers can reduce the number of robots required on the same grid by up to 15% when compared to using the R5 Robot, enabling better routing and enhanced system efficiency, asserted AutoStore. Continuous operations: The R5…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.19
October 13, 2023
…offices in San Diego, Calif., the company has over 1,500 employees, as well as facilities in Germany, the U.K., Japan, South Korea, China, and Singapore. Editor's note: Geek+ will be participating in the keynote session of the 2023 Robotics Applications Conference, presented by Robotics 24/7 and Peerless Media.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 10.74
October 09, 2023
…that South Korea is the second Asian country after Japan to adopt its systems, and it represents a strategic market for the company. In Japan, Exotec continued its record growth, including deals to deliver its Skypod robots to integrated logistics provider Alps Logistics and fulfillment service provider acca international. It also opened a demonstration center in Tokyo in June. Warehouses a 'compelling' market Last year, Exotec raised $335 million in Series D funding and announced that it had manufactured its 4,000th robot. Last month, the company was listed in the the first edition of the LETS mapping of leading European…
