Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.80
June 13, 2023
…show, taking place from June 27-30, 2023, in Munich, Germany. There will be several opportunities for attendees to experience Realtime’s innovative motion control and collision avoidance technology on the show floor, the Boston based company said. “The applications of our innovative RapidPlan robot motion control and collision avoidance software are endless, as can be seen in the demos here at Automatica 2023,” said Rafiq Iqbal, director of European business development at Realtime Robotics. “We’re thrilled to be able to present these interactive demos with our close partners, highlighting just some of the ways that the logistics and manufacturing industry are…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.79
August 30, 2016
…of high capital expenditure. The report indicates key market players such as Toyota Industries Corporation (Japan) and KION Group (Germany) are focusing on expansion and acquisition strategies to expand their business and leverage the benefits of the particular geography. Companies mentioned: ● Bastian Solutions, LLC ● Beumer Group GmbH & Co. Kg ● Daifuku Co., Ltd ● Dematic GmbH & Co. Kg ● Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc. ● JBT Corporation ● Jungheinrich AG ● KUKA AG ● KION Group AG ● Toyota Industries Corporation
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.78
May 16, 2022
…stackers, reach, and very narrow aisle (VNA) systems. Frankfurt, Germany-based KION said its portfolio includes lift trucks, supply chain automation, integrated software, and services. The company's systems are designed to help optimize the flow of material and information within factories, warehouses, and distribution centers. At the end of 2021, customers of various sizes and in numerous industries used more than 1.6 million of the KION Group’s industrial trucks and more than 8,000 of its installed systems worldwide. KION, whose U.S. subsidiary is in Summerville, S.C., currently has about 40,000 employees and generated revenue of around €10.3 billion ($10.7 billion) in…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.77
March 29, 2022
…2015, Geek+ has over 1,500 employees, with offices in Germany, the U.K., the U.S., Japan, South Korea, China, Hong Kong SAR, and Singapore. Last year, Interact Analytics named the company as the global market leader in autonomous mobile robots (AMRs). Shuttles use vertical space On the upper levels of the warehouse, the four-way shuttles use every inch of vertical space for pallet storage and quick and flexible replenishment of the lower level, said Geek+. Below them, picking robots move shelves, pallets, and racks containing the most in-demand goods. Businesses can easily add or remove robots from the system according to…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.76
January 31, 2022
…than $84 million in Series C funding. The Dresden, Germany-based company said it will use the funding to scale its flagship teaching solution to support more robots, applications, and regions worldwide. “I’m very proud to see Wandelbots’ mission become a reality,” said Christian Piechnick, co-founder and CEO of Wandelbots. “Our platform will help to accelerate human-centered robotics solutions in the industry.” Founded in 2017, the company said its “no-code” approach to automation enables application experts to teach their robots independently and become robot experts without the need for coding skills. Wandelbots has more than 140 employees from 17 countries. Wandelbots…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.75
May 27, 2022
…automation and digitalization. Its global headquarters are in Nuremberg, Germany, and the unit has around 75,000 employees internationally. Siemens Corp. is a U.S. subsidiary of Siemens AG, a global powerhouse focusing on the areas of power generation and distribution, intelligent infrastructure for buildings and distributed energy systems, and automation and digitalization in the process and manufacturing industries. Due to its majority stake in publicly listed Siemens Healthineers AG, the company also supplies medical technology. For more than 160 years, Siemens said it invented technologies to support the manufacturing, energy, healthcare, and infrastructure industries. In fiscal year 2018, Siemens USA reported…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.74
February 19, 2022
…according to the International Federation of Robotics. The Frankfurt, Germany-based organization has analyzed the top five trends shaping robotics and automation globally. “Transformation for robotic automation is picking up speed across traditional and new industries,” stated Milton Guerry, president of the International Federation of Robotics (IFR). Founded in 1987, the IFR represents national robotics associations, research institutions, and robot manufacturers from more than 20 countries. The nonprofit compiles statistics including robot density, or number of units per 10,000 employees, for the degree of automation in multiple nations. The IFR this week listed the following robotics trends for 2022: 1. New…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.72
December 10, 2018
…last year or so, I think that’s changing. In Germany, for instance, Arvato SCM Solutions is utilizing pouch sortation and automated packaging technologies to optimize e-fulfillment and managing returns. GEODIS is utilizing mobile collaborative robots in its fulfillment operations. Last fall, DB Schenker announced that it is partnering with IAM Robotics to develop the warehouse of the future, utilizing IAM’s mobile, piece-picking robotic technology. And, DHL Supply Chain is utilizing mobile collaborative robots and smart glass technology in its fulfillment operations. In fact, a week ago, I had a chance to interview three DHL executives about a $300 million technology…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.71
February 11, 2022
…for its business unit in Rumford, R.I. The Cologne, Germany-based company said the five new vice presidents will focus on expanding its presence in North America. “At igus, we are continually raising the bar to deliver better solutions for our customers,” said Artur Peplinski, president and CEO of igus Inc., who will oversee the new directors. “These appointments will enable us to continue to grow our business, invest in our employees, and increase value for our customers.” Founded in 1964, igus has 35 subsidiaries and more than 4,500 employees worldwide. The family-run company develops and produces motion plastics. These self-lubricating,…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.70
August 23, 2023
…as Dr. Moritz Tenorth. Jungheinrich grows automation portfolio Hamburg, Germany-based Jungheinrich said its takeover of Magazino is “another strategically important step towards strengthening its automation expertise.” The company said the merger will expand its automated and autonomous vehicle business. Jungheinrich reported sales of €4.76 billion ($5.18 billion U.S.) in 2022 and has about 20,000 employees. Its global network includes 11 production sites, as well as service and sales companies in 42 countries. Going forward, Jungheinrich said it plans to further integrate Magazino's software and development expertise into its product development. The Magazino brand will continue and join Jungheinrich's portfolio of…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.70
March 10, 2023
…in San Diego, Geek+ has offices in the U.K., Germany, Japan, South Korea, and Singapore. Geek+ brings updated portfolio to ProMat Geek+ listed the following products that it will display at ProMat 2023: PopPick is Geek+’s most advanced goods-to-person system and is a finalist for the MHI Innovation Award. It includes picking robots to carry shelves from storage to workstations and robot arms present goods to the operator to improving order throughput. PopPick can pick up to 650 totes per hour, improve warehouse storage density by 50%, and double throughput capacity, Geek+ claimed. Four-Way Shuttle is a high-density storage system…
