Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 26.29
January 21, 2022
…the first time at the International Production & Processing Expo next week in Atlanta. CHL Systems, a processing automation and design engineering leader, will also feature mGripAI in its booth. “The protein industry has been hit the hardest by labor shortages, and the pandemic has made it even more difficult for food processors to keep up with demand,” said Mark Chiappetta, chief operating officer at Soft Robotics. “mGripAI enables robots to handle difficult bulk protein-handling applications, and we're excited to demonstrate this revolutionary technology for the first time to the largest protein processors in the world.” Soft Robotics designs and…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 16.51
October 08, 2021
At Pack Expo in Las Vegas last month, Honeywell International Inc. announced its Smart Flexible Depalletizer. The system is designed to automate the process of unloading pallets, reduce the risk of injury, and mitigate the effects of labor shortages. Thomas Evans, chief technology officer at Honeywell, spoke with Robotics 24/7 about the Charlotte, N.C.-based company's latest technologies and its approach to developing for warehouses and distribution centers. How was Pack Expo 2021? Evans: It was busier than I expected. It was the first time I've given an in-person interview or had a live presentation rollout since the pandemic began. It…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 26.27
October 01, 2021
Many of the robots displayed at Pack Expo in Las Vegas this week included vision systems designed to eliminate or at least greatly reduce the need for human oversight in various packaging operations. The more that such oversight can be eliminated, the more efficient the robots and the quicker they can provide a positive return on investment, said the vendors. The global vision-guided robotics market was valued at $5.97 billion (U.S.) in 2018 and could reach $12.03 billion by 2026, according to Research and Markets. It projected a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.8% to 2029. “The increasing need…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 19.84
September 30, 2021
…grow, more than 1,500 exhibitors displayed their products at Pack Expo and the Healthcare Packaging Expo in Las Vegas. The co-located events featured educational sessions and various demonstrations as they returned for the first time in 18 months. North American machinery shipments will reach $12.8 billion in 2026, representing a 5.2% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), forecasts the Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies (PMMI). Much of that machinery will involve robotics and related technologies as the industry attempts to match the dual challenges of customers’ need for speed and efficiency and wider workforce shortages. The following companies exhibited systems…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 15.20
September 27, 2021
LAS VEGAS—At Pack Expo here this week, numerous robotics vendors are showing off their latest products to help meet the demands of warehouses and distribution centers. Vecna Robotics today said that the Mark 3 update to its cloud software can double the performance of autonomous mobile robot, or AMR, fleets. The Waltham, Mass.-based company said the new release enables organizations to improve efficiency and throughput, while continuing to exceed industry safety standards. According to a Peerless Research Group industry report, 24% of organizations plan to implement automated guided vehicle (AGV) or AMR technology within the next year. (Peerless is a…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 19.26
September 24, 2021
…attractive,” he said. Honeywell to tout robot benefits at Pack Expo A recent Honeywell study revealed more than half of companies are more willing to invest in automation because of the COVID-19 pandemic and its lasting effects. The same study showed companies see increased speed of tasks, greater productivity, and increased employee utilization as the top three potential benefits from automation. In addition, Honeywell said its new robot can work with its own autonomous mobile robots (AMRs). This enables continuous operation of the system while providing the flexibility to stage pallets and empty stacks virtually anywhere the robot is capable…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 15.26
September 21, 2021
…handling, and industrial automation.” Mujin to show robots at Pack Expo Mujin plans to showcase palletizing with autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) and its award-winning technology at Booth SU-7233 at Pack Expo in Las Vegas from Sept. 27 to 29. The demonstration will include a Mujin gripper capable of handling cases, slip sheets, and pallets to build multiple pallets into a single stack. Once the palletizing operation is complete, the robots will deliver the full pallet to the pallet breakdown area. The AMRs will also bring empty pallets and slip sheets to the workcell. A robot arm equipped with 3D vision…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 16.48
January 08, 2020
…in supply chain management RFID companies innovate to harness growth opportunities ProMat 2019: Nearly 50,000 attendees set 34-year record Pack Expo Las Vegas and Healthcare Packaging Expo 2019 break multiple records MHI announces formation of new robotics industry group
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 54.73
November 06, 2019
PACK for a Purpose: Robots Fighting Hunger filled more than 6,000 bags of kid-friendly, nutritious food for children facing food insecurity at this year’s Pack Expo Las Vegas and Healthcare Packaging EXPO (Sept 23-25, 2019). The first of its kind collaboration between show producer PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, and Blessings in a Backpack, incorporated exhibitor supplied robots that demonstrated various automated capabilities while picking and filling bags with food. “We are honored that the packaging industry could use its technology to fight hunger and support such a worthy cause,” said Laura Thompson, vice president, trade shows,…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 18.06
January 02, 2019
…to support ongoing Michael, Florence recovery Industry celebrates 5th annual National Forklift Safety Day Modex 2018 sees record attendance Pack Expo sets a record JDA, KPMG survey reveals contrasting digital transformation strategies for retailers, manufacturers End of life approaches for Windows CE and Windows Embedded Handheld support
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 37.91
March 21, 2018
Less than a month away, Pack Expo East (April 16-18, Pennsylvania Convention Center, Philadelphia) already expects more than 6,000 attendees will convene at the biennial three-day event produced by PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies. Pack Expo East is set to showcase the latest packaging innovations driving the food and beverage, pharmaceutical and medical device, cosmetics and personal care, industrial and household chemical, and other packaged goods industries. Attendees will witness cutting-edge technology, innovative solutions and the opportunity to participate in free educational sessions held on the show floor. The show will feature 400 exhibiting companies spanning nearly…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 14.56
December 28, 2017
…supply chain stem program In other news ● ProMat sees 20% attendance increase; largest event in show history ● Pack Expo Las Vegas sets attendance record ● Importance of operator training focus of National Forklift Safety Day 2017 ● American Logistics Aid Network coordinates recovery from hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Jose
