The Robotics Factory, an Innovation Works program designed to create, accelerate and scale robotics startups in the Pittsburgh region, has accepted five companies to the second cohort of its Accelerate program. The companies include ForSight Assistive Devices, HeadStraitLabs, Humotech, Journey Robotics and Reclamation Factory. New members receive funding, access to facilities The companies will receive up to $100,000 in investment, six months of structured programming and content, hands-on 1-on-1 engagement with industry experts, network building and 12 months of office space at the Robotics Factory’s facility in Lawrenceville, Penn. with access to the Robotics Factory Scale prototyping and testing facility.…
Canvas, a San-Francisco based construction robotics company that focused on drywall finishing with its series of robotic L4 and L5 spray and sanding machines, announced the release of its new product, the 1200CX. The company spent years developing a product and used customer feedback to create a compact, lightweight and easily maneuverable machine that is highly versatile across project portfolios. The 1200CX enables customers with smaller spaces such as multi-family and tower construction projects to use Canvas machines. 1200CX product specs and details Canvas is known for producing the world’s first drywall finishing robot. Designed to be operated by workers,…
Autonomous mobile robot (AMR) provider ForwardX Robotics recently announced the launch of its Flex 300-SCB Mini person-to-goods picking robot. Designed specifically for ultra-narrow aisles, ForwardX said its Flex 300-SCB Mini addresses one of the biggest challenges in warehouse management: optimizing space utilization without compromising efficiency. Automation solutions often struggle to navigate narrow aisles in warehouse settings. However, the company said the latest product in its Flex series has the potential to make these concerns a thing of the past. The Flex 300-SCB Mini measures 31.5 inches long, 18.9 inches wide, and the overall height is under 56 inches. ForwardX said…
RGo Robotics, a provider of AI-powered, location-aware artificial perception platforms, announced that its Perception Engine will power the Pyxis robot from Onward Robotics. This partnership enables humans and robots to interact in fulfillment and distribution centers, providing breakthrough throughput and rapid return on investment. Perception Engine and Pyxis partnership RGo's vision and AI offering for localization, obstacle detection and scene understanding achieves highly consistent accuracy, according to the company. It can operate reliably in challenging environments like narrow, repetitive aisles in fulfillment centers where robots need to travel in close proximity to shelving units and humans. With Perception Engine, Onward's…
Fans attending the 2024 MLB All-Star Game at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Tex. will see a different face on the stadium concourse. ADAM will serve as a new bartender on the concourse, serving up drinks to fans during All-Star Week festivities at the home of MLB’s defending World Series champions, the Texas Rangers. Who is ADAM? Nevada-based Richtech Robotics describes ADAM as an “AI-powered bartender, barista and boba maker that wows customers and boosts your bottom line.” Cocktail mixing robot at the Midsummer Classic ADAM is a dual-arm, AI-powered robot with a built-in cocktail and mocktail library. Customers can…
Hyster-Yale Group, Inc., dba Yale Lift Truck Technologies recently announced lift truck and equipment supplier LiftOne has been appointed the authorized Yale dealer for all territory served by WMH Solutions, formerly known as Wheeler Material Handling. “LiftOne has a proven record of customer satisfaction as a Yale dealer, regularly recognized as Dealer of Excellence for extraordinary customer sales and service support in a dynamic material handling industry,” said Bob Sattler, Yale VP and dealer business development and financial services. “It is imperative that we have the right dealer partners who are willing to invest with us to ensure the best…
Smart warehouse systems integrator Peak Technologies recently announced a strategic partnership with autonomous mobile robot (AMR) manufacturer Robotize. Peak said its collaboration aims to revolutionize heavy pallet movement within warehouses, enhancing efficiency and productivity. As part of its commitment to smart technologies, Peak Technologies said it has focused on developing innovative solutions for warehouse automation. The company said its expertise lies in creating intelligent systems that have the potential to optimize logistics, reduce operational costs, and improve overall supply chain management. “We are excited to collaborate with Robotize,” said Tony Rivers, Peak Technologies CEO. “Their expertise in robotics design and…
Wearable robotics provider German Bionic recently unveiled its 360 degree Human Augmentation Platform at VivaTech in Paris, France. The user-centered ecosystem integrates the latest versions of the Apogee series exoskeletons with German Bionic’s OS operating system, IO data management platform, and was joined by two new human-machine interfaces that debuted publically at VivaTech: the Smart SafetyVest and Connect app. “Our 360 degree Human Augmentation platform goes beyond mere technological advancement - it is about making sophisticated, human-centric solutions universally accessible, while promoting user agency,” said Armin G. Schmidt, German Bionic CEO and founder. “The platform is designed to enhance everyday…
OMNIVISION, a California-based global developer of semiconductor offerings, recently launched three new image sensors for machine vision applications. The company announced two new CMOS global shutter (GS) image sensors for machine vision applications. OMNIVISION has also created a new Machine Vision Unit, which will focus on creating innovative offerings for industrial automation, robotics, logistics barcode scanners and intelligent transportation systems (ITS). OMNIVISION also announced the new OG09A10 CMOS GS sensor - the company’s first large-format GS sensor for factory automation and ITS. The large-pixel, 3.45 µm backside-illuminated (BSI) stacked global shutter sensor, with its low readout noise and high quantum…
Cognibotics, a Sweden-based developer of robotics technology, makes the argument that the HKM1800 supplies the most flexible and scalable and fastest pick-and-place offering in the warehouse and distribution environments. The robot arm system marks the fourth Cognibotics product release since the company’s founding in 2013. Reach, range at heart of HKM1800 robot arm Cognibotics worked with industry experts and company partners during the last decade to develop the HKM1800 to enhance pick-and-place operations significantly, according to the company. The company also said that its new robot boasts new features, benefits and implementation strategies that are noticeably different than other offerings…
