Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 10.35
April 23, 2023
…Fairfax consumers looking for a fun and convenient way to grab their next meal.” The Mosaic District has 40 restaurants, providing Uber and Cartken the opportunity to serve a diverse group of merchants and delight more eaters as the program grows. “We are excited to partner with Uber Eats and Cartken to bring cutting-edge technology to our community, and confident this innovative service will elevate visitor experience and customer engagement at Mosaic,” said Greg Dercach, vice president, property management for EDENS.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 18.45
March 28, 2023
…to delivery. With a rapidly growing list of national restaurant and retail chain partners, Flytrex claimed that it has increased its customer base sevenfold year over year and completed tens of thousands of deliveries last year. “The drone delivery industry as a whole has progressed immensely over the past year, and this snapshot is a testament to its soaring future,” stated Yariv Bash, co-founder and CEO of Flytrex. “We strive to provide the utmost convenience and satisfaction to everyone who uses our service, and we’re thrilled to see that our customers are as delighted and excited about drone delivery as…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.07
March 07, 2023
…in narrow aisles, making it suitable for supermarkets, offices, restaurants, and more, said ResGreen. The AMR is available in a hybrid model that uses both natural feature and magnetic tape guidance, said ResGreen. “For pinpoint stopping accuracy, it uses magnetic tape, which allows it to stop in close proximity to the wireless charger,” said Sarah Carlson, vice president of marketing communications at ResGreen. “Very dirty or dusty environments can provide challenges, which can typically be solved by cleaning the chargers.” “LilBuddy AMRs are remarkable, streamlined robots. Despite their compact size, they’re capable of moving loads in excess of 220 lb.,”…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.31
February 24, 2023
…greater than its parts The factories, warehouses, retailers, and restaurants of the future depend not only on increased productivity and quality, but also on finding the best combinations of people and machines. AI has a role to play here as well. “Most activities at the human-machine interface require people to do new and different things and to do things differently,” noted a 2018 Harvard Business Review survey of 1,000 companies working with AI. Consider how much computing has transformed the workplace in the past few decades. With many robotics and AI applications in the early stages of development, it would…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.13
February 17, 2023
…skills. Source: RobotLAB RobotLAB added that it offers banks, restaurants, hospitals, hotels, and small and large enterprises “a clear pathway towards successful integration of robotics.” RobotLAB seeks to meet Latin American demand The demand for robots and automation is growing worldwide, noted RobotLAB. The company said it offers systems for the educational, hospitality, assisted living, delivery, and cleaning markets. They are serving the ever-growing demand for robotics and automation worldwide. With growing demand in Latin America and clear market potential, RobotLAB said it has decided to expand its focus and provide resources for the region. The company said its local…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.56
January 29, 2023
…convenience stores and ingredients for corporate clients such as restaurants and even other food manufacturers. For more than 65 years, Sargento said it has continued its quest “to be the most innovative, best-loved real food company by pioneering pre-sliced cheese, vacuum packaging, resealable packaging, and production of shredded cheese and shredded cheese blends.” Freeing up space poses a challenge Although Sargento makes high-quality products, the storage and distribution of cheese can be a complicated process. As demand hs continued to increase, warehouse space became scarce, and the company began searching for a way to increase the storage capacity of its…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 33.50
January 14, 2023
…specific tables and the back of the kitchen. The restaurant said the robots have helped servers save time and has increased efficiency throughout the restaurant. “We’ve been serving gourmet Korean barbecue and sushi for just over three years now, and we are always looking for ways to improve the guest experience and provide better service without increasing costs,” said Miok Kim, general manager of Arirang K, in a statement. “LG is one of South Korea’s most respected technology companies, so we were excited about the chance to try out their brand-new robot, Kim said. “Its cutting-edge sensors and programming accurately…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 16.45
January 04, 2023
…both indoors and outdoors and to help retailers and restaurants with staffing shortages. The new robot is designed for curbside, first-mile, and last-mile contactless deliveries. It includes locker integration and can help automate the return process for retailers, according to the startup. Ottonomy, which has offices in Brooklyn, N.Y, and Noida, India, said it expects 2023 to be the “biggest year yet” for autonomous robots. It is backed by Pi Ventures, Connetic Ventures, and Branded Hospitality Ventures. Airport, postal pilots are successful In pilots around the world in 2022, Ottonomy said it successfully demonstrated autonomous deliveries across a range of…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.77
December 27, 2022
…and will serve clients across various industries, such as restaurants, hotels, and office buildings, including Fortune 500 customers. The revenue streams will include robotic rental, advertising, and technical services across most of the major metropolitan cities in China. Guardforce expected to make $12 million in revenue in 2023 The permanent usage of the existing robotic-related patents and software provides a solid foundation for future RaaS capability, and the parties anticipate a seamless transition for all existing clients. With the assets acquired through this acquisition, along with the robotic companies Guardforce AI acquired in March of 2022, the company’s total robotic-related…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.14
December 21, 2022
…robotic solutions and new industries embracing robotics, such as restaurants, retail, construction, and even agriculture, have led to record units sold here in North America this year,” stated Jeff Burnstein, president of A3. “Investing in automation is increasingly seen as a necessary step for performing many of the difficult-to-staff tasks that are necessary to compete today, and we see 2022 ending on another record high,” he said. Q3 sales up over 2021, down slightly over Q2 In the third quarter 2022 alone, North American companies ordered 11,901 robots valued at $626 million, up 20% and 22%, respectively, over the third…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 30.46
December 17, 2022
…Pizzaiola, and Nala Chef. Spotless is being deployed at restaurants, senior living centers, and other commercial venues. The company said Spotless uses high-performance cameras and machine learning to help the cobot arm clean. It can remove leftovers by rinsing and can dry and stack dishes as well. Customers can rent Spotless for $2,995 per month, according to Nala Robotics. “Our revolutionary patented dishwashing system allows operators to overcome staffing challenges and never miss a smudge,” said Ajay Sunkara, CEO of Nala Robotics. “We've heard countless stories from managers and owners who had to pull double duty because the dish washer…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 3.90
December 09, 2022
…of labor. I saw a sign at a fast-food restaurant that was offering a starting salary similar to that of a DC down the street—it's not sustainable. Companies have to get more creative with how they hire. If they want to hold onto people, they need to offer more fulfilling work. This drives a greater need for automation. Once in place, automation becomes a draw for talent, providing a better career path for those who want to develop their skills and widen their horizons. Distribution centers drive demand Are there any particular types of automation in high demand in distribution…
