Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.87
…leadership in robotics and AI. Following the roundtable, A3 Mexico will host a panel discussion on the automation and robotics industry in Mexico. “Moving to Motown” networking party, Tuesday, April 9 from 5:15 pm–7:00 pm, where A3 will discuss its move to Detroit in 2021. The Engelberger Awards dinner, Wednesday, April 10, 5:30 pm–8:00 pm celebrates the winners of the industry’s highest honor, the Engelberger Award, given in the categories of Leadership and Education. The $10,000 Launch Pad Startup Competition on April 10, where seven finalists will have five minutes to pitch their technology solution to a panel of judges…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.97
…Rochester Hills, Mich.-based FANUC America has facilities at more than 20 locations across the U.S., Canada, Argentina, Brazil, and Mexico. FANUC is widely considered one of the top robot manufacturers in the world in terms of installed base, along with ABB, KUKA, Mitsubishi Electric, and Yaskawa Motoman. FANUC this month announced that it will supply a Ford Motor Co. electric vehicle plant in Cologne, Germany, with 500 robots next year.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.93
…in Ann Arbor, Mich., Irvine, Calif., Dallas, Texas, and Mexico City with future short range plans to expand into South America. “Douglas Peterson has a proven track record of more than 25 years in industrial automation and electronics manufacturing; spearheading strategic leadership, successfully building up sales channels and expanding them internationally,” said chief commercial officer of Universal Robots, Daniel Friis. “We’re excited to have him lead the Americas team into the next growth phase.” Peterson comes to Universal Robots from a CEO position with Tennessee Industrial Electronics, a leader in refurbished FANUC CNC and robot parts. Prior to this he…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.85
…than 5,500 automation systems for customers across the U.S., Mexico, and Canada. The company added that it is committed to solving challenges facing all manufacturers, such as the need to cut costs, increase productivity and address labor shortfalls. Acieta is a leading FANUC-authorized systems integrator and a member of the RIA Certified Integrator group. Acieta makes FastARC mobile The FastARC CX1000 is a cart-mounted collaborative robot arm that can be moved around the shop wherever it’s needed. Changeover is quick, making the FastARC CX1000 perfect for low-volume, high-mix shops, claimed Acieta. Hand-guiding the robot makes for simple programming, so no…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.43
…than 340 dealer locations across the U.S., Canada and Mexico. It is backed by five local parts distribution centers and has a 24-hour parts delivery guarantee. Mitsubishi Logisnext Americas’ complete portfolio includes Mitsubishi forklift trucks, Cat lift trucks, Rocla AGV Solutions, UniCarriers Forklifts, and Jungheinrich warehouse and automation products. Jungheinrich customers across North America will automatically receive the new five-year or 10,000-hour powertrain warranty, which was previously a two-year warranty, free of charge. Details of the warranty The plan covers all Class I and II powertrain components including motor, drive axle, and controller. With this new plan change, customers will…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.40
…when the RIA, AIA, MCMA, as well as A3 Mexico merged, adding a new Artificial Intelligence group to help industrial automation companies navigate the AI landscape. That year, automate.org became the official home of the unified A3. To see the full timeline of A3's 50 years as an association, visit automate.org/history. Jeff Burnstein, Association for Advancing Automation president: “While the name of our association has changed over the years, what has never wavered is our mission of bringing vendors and users together to take advantage of the productivity and efficiency benefits robotics and automation enable. I’ve had a front row…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.37
…Bell Trucks America in 2012 as the master distributor of Bell Articulated Off-Road Dump Trucks in the U.S. and Mexico. Houston-based BTA said it is building a dealer network in these two countries and then supporting the Bell products and dealers with parts, service, and warranty support.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.33
…3D printers at facilities connected to the Jabil Additive Manufacturing Network, spanning sites in the United States, China, Hungary, Mexico, Singapore and Spain. Expanded additive manufacturing capabilities are complemented by Jabil Engineered Materials, which are custom polymer formulations and compounds produced according to ISO 9001 Quality Management System standards. As part of its open-systems approach, Jabil works with 3D printers from industry leaders including Desktop Metal, EOS, Farsoon, HP and Ultimaker. Sources: Press materials received from the company and additional information gleaned from the company’s website.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.28
…days. These students represent diverse tribes from Arizona, New Mexico, and Oklahoma. Amazon's generous support is instrumental in enabling these teams and their coaches to attend this event at no cost. Without this partnership, many of these tribes might miss the chance to participate in such an enriching experience. “We are excited to join forces with Amazon with additional support from Indigitize and Google to create meaningful opportunities for Native American and Indigenous students in robotics,” said Dan Mantz, CEO of the REC Foundation. “This partnership represents a commitment to bridge the gap in STEM education and provide these communities…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.28
…enhance productivity, streamline processes, and boost profitability. With over 500 employees, Hy-Tek serves customers in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico from offices in Georgia, Illinois, Kentucky, New Jersey, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Tennessee.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.19
…6% between 2022 and 2027, predicted ReportLinker. It cited energy demand and said that countries including the U.S., Brazil, Mexico, and Norway are market leaders. Terradepth said it plans to use its latest funding to improve the charging system for its AUVs and further develop Absolute Ocean. “This year, our primary focus is offshore wind site surveys and infrastructure inspection,” said Kauffman.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.12
…at 340 dealer locations across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. The company also sells systems developed by CAT, RoclaAGV Solutions, and UniCarriers. “We are proud to unveil the latest in Jungheinrich innovation with the EKX 516ka / 516a AGV High-Rack Stacker,” said John Sneddon, executive vice president of sales and marketing at Mitsubishi Logisnext Americas. “Our Jungheinrich Automated Guided Vehicles combine proven technology with cutting-edge automation, including accurate navigation technology designed to help increase warehouse and operator efficiency,” he added. Jungheinrich EKX 516ka can be customized Mitsubishi Logisnext said the new AGV features 180 degree swiveling forks, which allow it…