Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 12.28
January 19, 2023
…tasks performed in inhospitable and potentially hazardous conditions. Outrider Technologies Inc., which has developed autonomous yard trucks, today announced that it has closed $73 million in Series C financing. The company said it plans to use the funding to expand its technology porfolio, hire more staff in the U.S. and internationally, and scale its fleet with large customers. “Outrider has consistently delivered breakthrough technology to automate one of the most inefficient links in the supply chain – the distribution yard,” stated Andrew Smith, founder and CEO of Outrider. “Our customers will move massive quantities of freight more efficiently, safely, and…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.54
January 11, 2023
The Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing, or ARM, Institute today announced that it has evaluated and selected four more training programs to receive ARM Endorsement. The institute recognized programs in Ohio, Tennessee, and Pennsylvania as being among the nation's most effective for robotics careers in manufacturing. “Our nation’s ability to grow U.S. manufacturing is inhibited by a historic skills gap,” said Mary Ellen Rich, certification manager at the ARM Institute. “Effective training programs are critical to both recruiting the next generation of manufacturers and upskilling our current workforce. Congratulations to each of our endorsed programs on this well-earned recognition.” The ARM…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 13.92
January 05, 2023
The Industrial Technology Research Institute, or ITRI, is showing off a range of its technologies this week at CES 2023, from delivery robots to AI-powered aquariums. The Taiwanese institute was founded in 1973 and focuses on applied research centered on industrial development. ITRI’s booth is located at booth 9855, North Hall, LVCC. It also has a virtual even site that can be accessed at https://event.itri.org/CES2023/IndexN?Language=en-US. 5G, AIOT, and V2X help power ITRI’s delivery robot The research institute claims its robot, the Cubot ONE, is the first “to combine 5G, AIoT (artificial intelligence of things) and V2X (vehicle-to-everything) to provide door-to-door…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 39.16
December 21, 2022
Applied Manufacturing Technologies, or AMT, today announced that it has opened a second factory near its headquarters in Orion, Mich. It said the new facility will “empower collaboration and industry innovations” for its industrial automation and robotics customers. “Thanks to a year of unprecedented growth, AMT has had the opportunity to invest in our future by nearly doubling our production area,” said Michael Jacobs, founder and CEO of Applied Manufacturing Technologies. “We have thoughtfully designed the new facility at 250 Kay Industrial Drive to complement the existing production capabilities at our headquarters, allowing us to better meet the needs of…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 13.56
December 11, 2022
…boost they need. The use of robots in electronics manufacturing can result in reduced waste, greater efficiency, and a safer working environment. Annual installations of industrial automation for the electrical and electronics industry have grown 24%, from 89,000 in 2019 to 137,000 in 2021, according to the International Federation of Robotics (IFR). This makes it one of the biggest users of robots. Here are five potential advantages from robotics for electronics manufacturers: 1. Rapid quality control One of the most convenient aspects of using robots is their ability to automate quality-control (QC) inspections. This can be a highly time-consuming stage…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 16.94
December 06, 2022
SME, a nationally recognized certifying body in manufacturing, announced last week that it has developed and will offer the Robotics in Manufacturing Fundamentals, or RMF, credential. The new certification focuses on assessing a candidate's comprehension of fundamental robotics concepts. It is designed for workers currently looking to upskill or reskill into manufacturing careers before pursuing equipment-specific or career pathway-specific training in robotics. The credential can help individuals begin a lifelong career in an industry where there is opportunity for advancement and good-paying jobs, according to the organization. SME developed the RMF credential with two leading organizations in the robotics education…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 12.07
December 01, 2022
…chain disruptions. The company said it will leverage its technology to help the area stay resilient. “The move indicates a big leap for OMRON towards realising our vision of “Enriching the Future for People, Industries and the Globe by innovative-Automation” through expanding the presence & reach of OMRON AUTOMATION CENTERS in niche but growing industries,” said Junta Tsujinaga, OMRON managing executive officer. “Our long-term vision—Shaping the Future 2030 (SF 2030)—takes into account the dynamic, diversified, and complex world of manufacturing led by Industry 4.0 and digitization,” he added. “With the region's diverse knowledge and maturity levels in automation, we believe…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.97
November 25, 2022
…Han's Robot develops, promotes, and applies intelligent robots in manufacturing, healthcare, logistics, education, and other industries. The company said it has attracted more than $100 million in funding and over 500 talented workers from 25 countries and regions. The core research and development team at Han's Robot has more than 10 years of industry and technology experience. With its intelligent perception system, zero-code programming, and zero-slip power failure, the company said its arc welding robot provides cost savings and efficiency gains. It will lead “the welding industry into a new era of automation,” claimed Han's Robot. The global market for…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.58
October 22, 2022
…line and more like a robotic work cell in manufacturing. Not that packaging with robots is an entirely new frontier—they are often used to package goods coming off manufacturing lines. The difference today is that robots are edging further into e-commerce pack-out, where rather than dealing with one SKU, the robot needs the intelligence to handle thousands of SKUs that may come its way. What’s more, the leveraging of intelligent robotics for e-commerce packaging isn’t futuristic, it’s actually being done. Companies like MSC Industrial, apo.com and DCL Logistics are leveraging robots to place goods directly into shippable cartons. Warehouse robotics…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.63
October 16, 2022
…a result, The New York Times recently reported that manufacturing in the U.S. added a net gain of 67,000 workers over pre-pandemic levels for the first time since the 1970s. The Times suggested that this uptick is in large measure in response to supply chain issues with China and localizing inventories with new “grey-collar” jobs managing robots. I think Erik Nieves, CEO of Plus One Robotics, said it best at the summit: “Well, it was clear that there was not going to be enough labor to manage all of the deliveries and the packaging as we continue to move our…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.97
September 25, 2022
…are hundreds of software options that can typically be applied to a given robot and controller,” commented Greg Martin, an engineer at Bastian Solutions. “Thus, it is important to understand the robotic programming details and requirements.” As Martin emphasized, software can make a significant difference in ease of use with robots with more DoF. If more axes are needed, the right programming can be helpful for simplifying operations. Find the right degrees of freedom There are all kinds of robots on the market today. In the future, robots could play an even more prominent role in manufacturing and many other…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 12.77
September 02, 2022
…once-in-a-generation opportunity to build the region’s robotics and autonomy technology sector.” The board is co-chaired by Stefani Pashman, CEO of the Allegheny Conference on Community Development, and Farnam Jahanian, president of Carnegie Mellon University. The Southwestern Pennsylvania New Economy Collaborative said its partners include labor groups, educational institutions, workforce and economic development organizations, businesses, and more. During the application process, the collaborative convened a coalition of more than 90 public and private organizations representing 11 counties in southwestern Pennsylvania. The counties were Allegheny, Armstrong, Beaver, Butler, Cambria, Fayette, Greene, Indiana, Lawrence, Washington, and Westmoreland. The Pittsburgh Robotics Network (PRN) is…
