Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.69
December 16, 2022
…in North America, including a new plant in Queretaro, Mexico, and an expansion of its operations in Charlotte, N.C. Rexroth CIC displays multiple technologies Christoph Kleu, executive vice president and CFO at Bosch Rexroth, cuts the ribbon to inaugurate the new CIC. Source: Bosch Rexroth Located in Round Rock outside of Austin, the Rexroth Customer Innovation Center (CIC) is housed in a custom-outfitted, approximately 9,200-sq.-ft. building with multiple exhibits and presentation areas. Visitors can learn about Bosch Rexroth factory automation and industrial hydraulics products and technology. The CIC features interactive demonstrations that integrate multiple systems, including the company’s ctrlX AUTOMATION…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.86
December 05, 2022
…leg of customer deliveries across western Texas and New Mexico,” the company said. “Veritiv’s next-generation supply chain strategy is to create and sustain a competitive advantage in operations with innovative and efficient technologies,” said Mike Walkenhorst, senior vice president of global operations and developing businesses for Veritiv. “This autonomous vehicle pilot aligns with our strategy to assess new technologies to determine the best fit for our business and our customers. We are proud to be at the forefront of testing this technology.” Uber Freight to use Aurora’s service across platform Aurora said it will use the information it learns through…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.35
November 06, 2022
…UNIST, Ulsan, South Korea Team Northeastern, Boston Inbiodroid, Irapuato, Mexico Team SNU, Seoul, South Korea AlterEgo, Genoa, Italy Avatar-Hubo, Las Vegas Last Mile, Osaka, Japan Dragon Tree Labs, Moscow The mobile manipulators needed to traverse space in a simulated energy plant, find a weighted canister, and successfully pick and place them. NimbRo conducted its task in about 5:50, about half the time of second-place winner, Pollen Robotics. Team Northeastern placed third with 21:09. ANA Avatar XPRIZE awarded to NimbRo Team NimbRo won the grand prize of $5 million. The second-place and third-place received $2 million and $1 million, respectively. “NimbRo’s…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.65
November 04, 2022
…University also found that one production region in New Mexico was also emitting several times the amount of federal government estimates. There are economic and health costs in addition to environmental ones, noted Bloomberg. ICI's optical gas imaging (OGI) and thermal sensors will enable the Scout System to autonomously collect critical data and identify anomalies such as methane leaks and equipment and electrical hotspots. The new technology will also enable customers to reduce operational expenses, minimize reputational risk, and safeguard employees and the environment, said the companies. “American Robotics continues to see some of the oil and gas industry's largest…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.80
November 01, 2022
…centers in San Francisco; Tel Aviv, Israel; and Guadalajara, Mexico, with additional support in North America, Asia, and Europe. Bright Machines tallies accomplishments Bright Machines said its strong performance has helped build investor confidence. It cited the following advancements to its technology and its impact on the industry: Launched the Bright Machines Microfactory to intelligently automate the final assembly of electronic products Introduced the Brightware Platform to power Bright Machines Microfactories and give operators the ability to run, monitor, and control assembly lines Served more than 40 global manufacturing companies through both direct OEM customer relationships as well as electronics…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.56
October 24, 2022
…Battle Creek, Mich.; Arthur, Ontario; and San Luis Potosi, Mexico. Musashi Seimitsu, which is a major shareholder in 634AI, tested MAESTRO in its facilities for two years. The companies said they plan to deploy robots in phases. They will start with North America and eventually implement robots in 34 countries. “We are pioneering the way forward for manufacturing and distribution,” stated Poliakine. “The possibilities are endless—airline baggage and cargo, semiconductors, and general freight industries could all benefit from our robots.” He said he expects rollouts of MAESTRO to continue into 2023 and 2024 as fleets grow to thousands of robots…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.43
October 04, 2022
…than 340 dealer locations across the U.S., Canada and Mexico. It is backed by five local parts distribution centers and has a 24-hour parts delivery guarantee. Mitsubishi Logisnext Americas’ complete portfolio includes Mitsubishi forklift trucks, Cat lift trucks, Rocla AGV Solutions, UniCarriers Forklifts, and Jungheinrich warehouse and automation products. Jungheinrich customers across North America will automatically receive the new five-year or 10,000-hour powertrain warranty, which was previously a two-year warranty, free of charge. Details of the warranty The plan covers all Class I and II powertrain components including motor, drive axle, and controller. With this new plan change, customers will…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.62
September 30, 2022
…She has a Ph.D. in cognitive psychology from New Mexico State University and has spent years working with roboticists about the relationships and dynamics that develop when humans and machines work together. More on Optimus See our coverage of Tesla's reveal. “I believe that robots or AI should be specialized in what they do best, and that’s completely against the idea of replicating ourselves,” she said. “We know how to reproduce ourselves. We do that well, and we’re not that great at doing everything. We need the robots and AI to do the things that we can’t do, that they…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 3.24
August 29, 2022
…the past quarter alone, a toy manufacturing company in Mexico selected us to support its massive international distribution facility. We also signed up a houseware retailer in the U.S. to help it with labor shortages and the surge in demand that has accompanied the housing market boom. Retailers and consumer goods manufacturers are also knocking on the door in droves. The mixed shift in direct-to-consumer business has completely disrupted their distribution networks and presents a massive opportunity for automation to fill the gaps. Additionally, we see strong demand from the automotive industry as more companies transform factories to produce electric…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.73
August 03, 2022
…with greater safety. Musashi Seimitsu's global presence includes manufacturing facilities in Japan, Germany, the U.S., Canada, India, China, Brazil, Mexico, Hungary, Spain, Thailand, Indonesia, and Vietnam. “We have been heavily investing in automation and AI capabilities over the past few years, with a vision to create a more humane workplace where people no longer carry out tedious, repetitive, unrewarding tasks,” said Isa ku Takeshi, managing executive officer of Musashi Seimitsu. “We believe 634AI's distinct approach for industrial floor management and control allows, for the first time, people and machines to effectively work side by side in a much safer environment.”
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.55
August 03, 2022
…customers large and small with turnkey systems. With over 500 employees, Hy-Tek serves customers in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico from offices in Georgia, Illinois, Kentucky, New Jersey, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Tennessee.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.81
July 29, 2022
…and opened new headquarters for Latin America in Aguascalientes, Mexico. FANUC builds for the future of robotics “Interest in robotics and automation remains strong with new demand coming from a variety of industries,” said Cicco. “EV [electric vehicles], warehousing, and logistics, as well as food and beverage, are all looking to automation to increase production and solve the growing labor shortage.” FANUC said its investment in Michigan's growing manufacturing sector includes the purchase of 67 acres of land, as well as the site of the former Thomas M. Cooley Law School campus. That site will allow for future growth in…
