Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.56
December 19, 2016
…269,000 robots, which is third only to China and Japan. Similarly, MCMA’s quarterly survey showed that motion control shipments increased 5% in the same period. Sales to date have been driven by strong demand for actuators/mechanical systems (14% to 423 million), electronic drives (12% to $451 million), and motion controllers (6% to $119 million). AIA quarterly results showed that, while the vision market contracted in the first nine months, Q3 represented a notable increase in performance with cameras gaining 3%, lighting 5%, software 5%, and smart cameras 24%. In total, sales for machine vision components and systems in North America…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.55
December 20, 2016
…market share. The dominance of Asia Pacific is attributed to growth in number of countries such as China, India, Japan, Taiwan and Australia among others investing heavily in research and development infrastructure developments. Rapid growth in automation demands coupled with reduction of duties on refurbished goods has also fueled growth in the industrial robotics market. Similarly, North America and Europe collectively accounted for over one-third of the market share, as these regions have been continually focusing on research and development and have been using industrial robotics for the same.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.53
February 10, 2022
…and currently headed by President Yoshihito Yamada, the Kyoto, Japan-based company said its 30,000 employees help businesses in more than 110 countries creatively solve problems. Omron's Asia-Pacific group this week announced its “innovative-Automation” manufacturing concept, based on its “three I's” or innovations of digital engineering transformation, letting machines do what they can do beyond human abilities, and advanced collaboration with people. Omron Automation Americas is based in Hoffman Estates, Ill. In November 2021, the industrial automation provider acquired a 10% stake in collaborative robot maker Techman Robot and opened a proof-of-concept center in Novi, Mich. California center to work on…
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 7.46
December 30, 2015
…MNF acquire all shares from Innovation Network Corporation of Japan (INCJ), Hitachi Construction Machinery Co., Ltd., and Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. Konecranes and Terex merge Companies reported combined revenues of $10 billion in 2014. Omron to acquire U.S.-based Adept Technology Omron positioned to serve manufacturers in automotive, digital device, food and beverage, packaging, and other industries. Research and markets How manufacturing employers are getting lean Comprehensive survey illustrates trends in utilization of lean programs and pay rates for lean champions. North American robotics market sets new records for first nine months of 2015 RIA reports increase of 6% in units…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.44
July 06, 2022
…Co. rebranded itself as ASPINA in 2019. The Nagano, Japan-based company develops and produces motors and modules for industries such as industrial equipment, home appliances, housing, automobiles, and healthcare. It said it is constantly refining its products to be more compact, lightweight, and quiet. ASPINA, whose U.S. headquarters are in Culver City, Calif., added that it works closely with customers to solve problems. Its slogan is “Engineered to inspire.” AGVs versus AMRs While many companies are considering adding or expanding automation for intralogistics and to reduce costs, there are differences between automated guided vehicles (AGVs) and AMRs, noted ASPINA. AGVs…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.40
November 09, 2022
…the U.K., Germany, France, Spain, Italy, Austria, South Korea, Japan, and Singapore. AutoStore PickUpPort designed for consumers The AutoStore System consists of an aluminum grid, robots, bins, ports, and a controller. The stacked bins are arranged in a grid. Robots ride on rails along the top of the grid, retrieving bins as needed. The bins are then delivered to a port, where warehouse operators are typically stationed to pick up or fill in products, tag, pack, and send them out. A controller acts as the brain behind the whole operation, said the company. AutoStore said its PickUpPort does not require…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.40
August 16, 2023
…said Mitsubishi Logisnext. About Mitsubishi Logisnext Americas Mitsubishi Logisnext Americas said that it and other group companies of Kyoto, Japan-based Mitsubishi offer scalable technologies ranging from material handling and automation to extensive fleet support. Mitsubishi Logisnext Americas is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Mitsubishi Logisnext Co. The company said its portfolio includes Mitsubishi forklift trucks, Cat lift trucks, Rocla automated guided vehicles (AGVs), UniCarriers forklifts, and Jungheinrich warehouse and automation products. Mitsubishi's dealer network provides customer service and product support. Mitsubishi Logisnext recently announced the Rocrich AGV Solutions joint venture with Jungheinrich to expand their offerings in North America.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.40
September 26, 2022
…of the global Mitsubishi Logisnext (ML) based in Kyoto, Japan. Being part of a global group of companies, MLAP said it thinks globally and acts locally to bring customers the benefits of our international-scale business. The company sells forklifts, warehouse trucks, automated systems, Internet of Things (IoT) devices, and service packages across 5 brands - Mitsubishi Forklift Trucks, Cat Lift Trucks, UniCarriers Forklift, Nichiyu Electric Forklifts and TCM Forklift. Backed by Goldbell's 40 years of experience in material handling equipment, XiaoXin Machines Pte Ltd. (“xSQUARE”) said its clientele transcends industries covering pharmaceutical, beverage producers, furniture manufacturing, chemical logistics, 3PL, vertical…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.39
July 08, 2023
…the country had the fourth highest robot density, following Japan, Singapore, and the Republic of Korea. The automotive industry is traditionally the main customer of industrial robots in Germany. 27% of the newly deployed robots were installed in this industry in 2022. This was 7,100 units, down 22% from the previous year – a cyclical investment behavior well known in this segment. In the general industry, the main customer was the metal industry that installed 4,200 units (+20%) in 2022. This is above the pre-pandemic level that fluctuated around 3,500 units per year with a peak level of 3,700 units…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.38
August 20, 2021
…platform. Epson Robots has 35 years of experience and is a unit of Epson Group, which is led by Japan-based Seiko Epson Corp. and has annual sales of about 1 trillion ($9 billion U.S.). Los Alamitos, Calif.-based Epson America Inc. is the company's regional headquarters for the U.S., Canada, and Latin America.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.38
May 03, 2023
…head with the U.K. and France and behind Germany, Japan, China, and the U.S., reported the International Monetary Fund. Jobs outlook for India positive “As a result of the recent supply chain disruption, companies are rethinking their nearshoring strategies in Southeast Asia,” said Bill in a press release. “India has traditionally been a popular destination for nearshoring in the manufacturing segment. The Indian government wants the country to be considered for new diversification options such as friendshoring, which is partnering with countries that share similar values and interests.” The manufacturing sector is also expected to benefit from government initiatives to…
