Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 24.37
December 04, 2019
…Randy Altschuler. “Many of our customers, like BMW and Bosch, have a global presence and we can serve more of their needs with a global network. Our AI-driven algorithms and intelligent sourcing platform give us a competitive advantage as we expand across new geographies and manufacturing technologies.” “We are thrilled to join the Xometry team,” says Albert Belousov, Shift co-founder and managing director of Xometry Europe. “Our customers and suppliers will benefit from us joining forces with Xometry.” Dmitry Kafidov, Shift co-founder and managing director of Xometry Europe, agreed: “We're eager to leverage Xometry's technology to continue to scale our…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 21.32
November 15, 2023
…on sales and support. Kassow Robots is part of Bosch Rexroth, which has been its majority owner since 2022. The company has named Jim Adamski, Collin Ayres, and Chris Hapsias to support Kassow Robots’ sales partners, system integrators, and distributors in the United States. Adamski and Ayres serve as regional channel partner managers while Hapsias is a technical support engineer. “This team will allow us to work closely with our system integrators and distributors in the United States and help extend our reach to new sales partners and markets,” said Dieter Pletscher, Global Sales Manager at Kassow Robots. Jim Adamski…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 20.46
May 09, 2023
…Prior to this, he built a 17-year career at Bosch, including several international management roles. Hathout has a Doctoral degree in mechanical engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and he brings deep technological expertise and global leadership skills, including management of operations in the US, Germany, the Netherlands, Turkey, and China, according to the Odense, Denmark-based company. He has successfully managed the integration of multiple companies acquired by Bosch. “This unique balance of leadership and engineering strengths will equip Jean-Pierre to be a great leader for MiR as the company continues to grow to become the global leader in…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 18.63
January 26, 2022
…Series B round, with participation from existing investors Robert Bosch Venture Capital GmbH, Axon Ventures, Oryzn Capital, The Flying Object, and lool Ventures. Bosch previously invested in $10 million SiteAware's Series A round. “As the first mover in this new category, SiteAware is blazing a trail for the entire construction industry, allowing the sector to leverage technologies that will ultimately make it more efficient, more transparent and smarter,” said Emanuel Timor, general partner at Vertex Ventures. “We look forward to working closely with the team at SiteAware as it expands its footprint and deepens its work with industry leaders around…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 18.00
August 24, 2023
…Mayfield, and DNS Capital. Other investors include automotive OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers such as BMW iVentures, Toyota Ventures, Bosch, Continental, Forvia, and FluxUnit-OSRAM Ventures. “Having been in the automotive and autonomous driving industry for decades, it became clear that autonomous capabilities would only be able to go so far when using existing technology,” said Dr. Yvonne Lutsch, investment principal at Bosch Ventures. Recogni has proven that to move the industry forward, it requires purpose-built technology that is powerful, flexible, and easy to integrate,” she said. “And Recogni continues to demonstrate their credibility as an autonomous technology provider.”
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 16.78
November 04, 2021
…SAIC Motor; global strategic investors General Motors, Toyota, and Bosch, as well as Temasek and Yunfeng Capital. Mercedes-Benz, IDG Capital, GGV Capital, Shunwei Capital, Tencent, and Cathay Capital also participated in the $500 million Series C round. Autonomous vehicle developers and related technology providers have raised more than $26.5 billion in 2021, according to Robotics 24/7. Here are 10 of the biggest totals to date: Company Location Amount (M$) Transaction Date Cruise San Francisco 2,750 Investments 4/15/2021 Waymo Mountain View, Calif. 2,500 Investments 6/16/2021 Xpeng Hong Kong 2,000 IPO 6/24/2021 Momenta Beijing 1,200 Series C, C+ 11/4/2021 TuSimple San Diego…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 16.56
February 19, 2023
…the top robotics and automation displays from IME West: Bosch Rexroth demoes AMR, cobot Bosch Rexroth had an extremely active booth as it demonstrated how hardware, software, and engineering can deliver complete automation systems. The company said its MP1000R autonomous mobile robot (AMR) can move goods to target locations without human intervention. It uses laser simultaneous localization and mapping (SLAM) technology to note paths and traffic lanes. The MP1000R's navigation software enables it to change its map and improve over time as the user’s needs warrant. In Bosch Rexroth's booth, the AMR simulated the transport of assembled materials at the…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 14.81
October 05, 2015
…Processing Machinery Assn.; Arrowhead Systems, Inc.; Barry-Wehmiller Companies, Inc. Bosch Packaging Technology, Inc.; Cozzoli Machine Company; Dorner Mfg. Corp.; Emulate3D Ltd.; Filamatic; Garvey Corporation; Intelligrated; JLS Automation; Label Technology Inc.; Langguth America; MASSMAN Automation Designs, LLC; Matrox Electronic Systems Ltd.; Morrison Container Handling Solutions; Murrelektronik Inc.; Packsize International, Inc.; Plexpack; Rittal Corporation; Shurtape Technologies LLC; Starview Packaging Machinery; Universal Robots USA, Inc.; Zip-Pak. “This event wouldn’t have been such a hit without the efforts and support of the packaging exhibitors on the show floor,” Ferrante added. “The challenges they constructed really engaged the students and are at the heart of…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 13.94
June 06, 2022
…as director of sales, as well as at CPG, Bosch Rexroth, Schneider Electric, and Accenture. He has a degree in electrical engineering from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. “The formation of Doosan Robotics Americas will provide a team dedicated to North and South America, which is a source of many existing and potential customers across several vertical markets from automotive to manufacturing,” said Lee. “With the U.S. being the single largest market for Doosan Robotics, I’m looking forward to working even closer with our partners as we prepare for several exciting new developments in our product offerings.” Doosan Robotics will…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 13.07
May 01, 2023
…help customers quickly and cost-efficiently perform complex automation tasks in machine tending, material handling, general automation, and related applications.” Bosch Rexroth became Kassow Robots’ majority owner in April 2022.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 13.03
October 13, 2023
…Technology Co.'s RoboShuttle to automate its warehouse. The Den Bosch, Netherlands-based company said the autonomous mobile robots, or AMRs, will optimize space usage and reduce walking for its staffers. “Our business is built on high-quality products, but we can only keep that up if we continue to consider improvements for our planet, our people, and our products” said Sharon Hilgers, founder of My Jewellery, in a release. “Sustainable solutions, like this one installed by our partner Geek+, make it possible for us to deliver jewelry to our customers in a fast and efficient way whilst, at the same time, saving…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 12.79
May 26, 2022
…“offers a unique package of speed, power, and reach.” Bosch Rexroth became majority owner of Kassow Robots in April. Founder Kristian Kassow is now co-owner and continues to serve as CEO of Kassow Robots. The company recently partnered with distributor Rehm Kft. in Hungary. KR series designed for flexibility The KR series cobot have seven axes of movement. Source: Kassow Robots. Kassow said its line of five KR series cobots offer speed and power combined with a long reach and a high degree of flexibility to work in tight and awkward spaces. They can handle payloads up to 18 kg…
