Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.79
December 03, 2021
…that includes offerings such as an automated guided vehicle [AGV] and more,” said Joel Kuusman, manager of U.S. operations and technology services at Cimcorp. “The Atlanta office will give our team the opportunity to provide high-level parts, service, and training programs in line with our Success Services initiative.” Previously featured at the Alpharetta location, the facility’s showroom will also include Cimcorp’s 3D Shuttle system. It will also house an automated storage and retrieval system (ASRS) for goods-to-person order picking in e-commerce, retail, and food service distribution. In addition, the new facility will offer technology demonstrations intended to provide value to…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.35
November 29, 2021
…types in their automation efforts, including autonomous guided vehicles (AGVs), autonomous mobile vehicles (AMRs), and robotic manipulators.” “Today, we are launching a public preview of AWS IoT RoboRunner, a new robotics service that makes it easier for enterprises to build and deploy applications that help fleets of robots work seamlessly together,” he wrote in a blog post. “AWS IoT RoboRunner lets you connect your robots and work management systems, thereby enabling you to orchestrate work across your operation through a single system view.” The new service runs in the AWS Management Console and creates a centralized repository for facility, robot,…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.64
November 16, 2021
…mobile equipment. When mounted on an automated guided vehicle (AGV) or an autonomous mobile robot (AMR), the sensor can monitor the surrounding area, flagging potential dangers and obstacles in the vehicle’s path. The detection zones being monitored can dynamically change based on the vehicle’s movement, said Quanergy. In addition, M1 Edge offers accurate detection and measurement for stationary and dynamic applications that require simple alerting when an object enters a monitored area. For example, in industrial applications, M1 Edge enables reliable monitoring for level- and height-sensing applications, including tank level monitoring, object stacking, fill level detection, and more, said Quanergy.…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.54
November 15, 2021
…avoidance in systems such as automated guided vehicles, or AGVs, using Toposens' proprietary 3D ultrasound technology. “Making use of Infineon’s MEMS microphone, we were able to realize our new ultrasonic 3D sensor with a high overall sensitivity in the ultrasonic frequency spectrum, giving us the best range and widest opening angle,” said Tobias Bahnemann, co-founder and CEO of Toposens. “This enables our AGVs, robots, or other applications to avoid collisions with all kinds of obstacles, even in the harshest environments, as proven by the IP57 protection rating.” Founded in 2015, Toposens employs experts in embedded systems, hardware development, 3D sensing,…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.61
November 11, 2021
…is easy to mount on an automated guided vehicle (AGV) or another mobile platform to accommodate a variety of repetitive tasks or automate machines that are standing idle, FANUC America said. The new industrial robot arm has a 10 kg (22 lb.) payload and a work envelope with a reach of 1,101 mm (43.3 in.). The LR-10iA/10 can be used for machine tending and a variety of picking applications found in the warehousing and logistics markets, according to FANUC. In addition, a fully enclosed structure features built-in air lines, solenoid valves, and electrical utilities for easy integration, said the company.…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.78
November 10, 2021
…material handling equipment such as forklifts, automated guided vehicles (AGVs), and charging technology, as well as services to help customers with Industry 4.0 challenges. Jungheinrich said it is represented in 40 countries with its own direct sales companies and in approximately 80 other countries through partner companies. Jungheinrich employs 18,000 people worldwide and generated revenue of €3.81 billion ($4.37 billion U.S.) in 2020. arculus integrates European interoperability standard Founded in 2016, arculus offers the arculee line of autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), the Warehouse software for goods-to-person logistics, Modular Production for dynamic product flow, and the Fleet management software. The Munich,…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.87
October 20, 2021
…skilled labor. The global market for automated guided vehicles (AGVs) and autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) could experience a compound annual growth rate of 35% to reach $13.2 billion (U.S.) by 2026, predicted Research and Markets. It credited improvements in machine vision, manipulation capabilites, and robot mechanics. While most warehouses don't yet have much automation, most speakers were bullish on market prospects. Conference gives glimpses of the future of logistics The conference and show floor grew since A3's last AMR conference in Louisville, Ky., in 2019. “The event exceeded our expectations,” said Jeff Burnstein, president of the Association for Advancing Automation.…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.68
October 19, 2021
…It features technologies including the following: Automatic guided vehicles (AGVs) for non-value-added travel Automatic depalletizing, palletizing, and shrink-wrapping Pallet- and carton-handling, crane-based automated storage and retrieval systems (ASRS) Vertical lift modules (VLM) for small parts storage A shuttle system for buffer storage of order totes Pallet conveyor with transfer cars RFID for pallet tracking and quality control In addition, HARTING is using SAP’s Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) product as its control system. “We believe the Espelkamp facility is one of the first warehouses in Germany to run under EWM,” Meyer said. “It was a learning curve for us, but SAP…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.49
October 19, 2021
…exploding. By 2026, The market for automated guided vehicles (AGVs) and AMRs is expected to reach $13.2 billion, with a growth rate of about 35%, according to Research and Markets. In the forklift market, automated vehicles are expected to rise from 1% to 33% in 2030, according to ABI Research. Similarly, Fortune Business Insights predicted that AMR demand will experience a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 23.7% between 2021 and 2028. Despite growing demand, logistics vehicle manufacturers and new players find it hard to develop AMRs and automated logistics vehicles that meet customer expectations. There has been a lack…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.85
October 18, 2021
…it to fixed automation, such as automatic guided vehicles (AGVs) or conveyors. This assessment led the company to consider autonomous mobile robots (AMRs). Danfoss uses mobile robots for lights-out operations Danfoss deployed two AMRs from OTTO Motors to transport large payload materials from the end of assembly to the paint lines that operate three shifts, 24/7 for lights-out engineering. The robots enabled the company’s workers to focus on high-value production tasks, improved safety, and reduced transportation waste, as robots now move products throughout the production facility. The AMRs offer flexibility, scalability, and security through fleet management software, said Danfoss. As…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.40
October 17, 2021
…to allow robot operators to handle different types and brands of autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) and automated guided vehicles (AGVs) in one system. The fleet management tool can be used for planning, assigning, and executing tasks through key features such as mapping, data logging, and data analytics, said the Copenhagen-based company.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.30
October 15, 2021
…said. “It's basically GPS, which is different from the AGV [automated guided vehicle] world, where the robots precisely follow lines. That's not the way the real world works—it's less about the path than flexibly following goals. A lift truck or cleaning robot can navigate around people.” The MassRobotics standard uses the WebSocket API (application programming interface). In yesterday's demonstration, the display consisted of a Vecna map with Waypoint and WiBotic information published to it. Shared map created from Vecna, Waypoint, and WiBotic data using the MassRobotics interoperability protocol. More status reports to come “The MassRobotics standard makes it easier for…
