Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.11
October 28, 2022
…Mich. It also has a presence in Germany, Canada, Japan, India, and China to serve its global customer base. Cepton builds partnerships Cepton, which is engaged with all Top 10 global OEMs, has collaborated with Koito since 2017. Tokyo-based Koito said it has been a leader in automotive lighting for safety since its establishment in 1915. Today, the Koito Group consists of 31 companies located in 13 countries worldwide. The Tier 1 supplier said it responding to the transformation of mobility by developing next-generation lighting technologies and related equipment and control systems, as well as environmentally friendly products, materials, and…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.05
October 30, 2022
…Fox Robotics' funding round. New investors included Zebra Technologies, Japan Airlines & Translink Innovation Fund, and Foothill Ventures. Existing investors Menlo Ventures, ENIAC Ventures, and SignalFire also participated. “Supply chain efficiency and resiliency are top of mind for many companies today,” said Kasper Sage, Managing Partner at BMW i Ventures. “Fox Robotics’ autonomous forklifts allow customers to handle loads quicker and safer while increasing overall workplace productivity.” BMW i Ventures invests in the fields of transportation, manufacturing, supply chain, and sustainability. The venture capital unit of BMW said it has made successful investments in companies such as Blackmore, Chargepoint, CelLink,…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.02
July 21, 2023
…expand in markets including the U.S., Mexico, Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. The startup also plans to explore opportunities across the pharmaceuticals, chemicals, maritime, and injection-molding sectors. When asked about which sectors have expressed the most interest in Ati's systems, Chanda replied: “Automotive OEMs and component makers—especially the tire industry—have an especially strong interest.” How are the U.S. and Indian markets different? “We had imagined the Indian market to be very tough, given the abundance of labor, but the healthy demand here has been a positive surprise,” said Chandra. “Factories of top-tier brands tend to be very similar globally, so…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.00
July 13, 2023
…expanding? Guan: We already have three sites up in Japan and are looking at Europe and South Korea. Most of our customers are already global entities. ForwardX is working with Walmart China, helping prepare orders for delivery within 42 hours. Post-COVID, we're seeing more “buy online, pick up in store,” shifting distribution. Some operators are looking to turn stores into large warehouses, increasing efficiency without increasing staff. We're expanding in the U.S. to address widespread labor shortages. What mobile robots has ForwardX displayed at recent trade shows? Guan: At ProMat, we showed three types of AMRs. The smaller Flex has…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.96
November 20, 2023
…competitive edge. Notably, countries such as China, India, and Japan are witnessing robust economic development, marked by a swift rise in internet access and smartphone adoption. These factors are propelling the demand for effective autonomous AI solutions to support the thriving e-commerce sector. Furthermore, substantial investments by both governments and businesses in cloud-based security services are further stimulating the demand for security-focused cloud solutions in the region. Software at the epicenter. The software segment took the lead in 2022, capturing a substantial revenue share of over 43.4%. This growth in the software market can be attributed to the continuous evolution…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.90
August 27, 2021
…at Basil Steet] and saw what they're doing in Japan, which is amazing. With robotics, there can be tens of thousands of food units throughout North America.” “Automation is absolutely critical,” added Kenealy. “It allows you to drive costs down to a significant degree while improving precision. Basil Street is a robotic technology and food company. We happen to sell pizzas, but there's no reason we couldn't do other things.” APK designed for cost, customization Each automated pizza kitchen sells three rotating, 10-in., thin-crust pizzas at a price point between $5 and $15. Basil Street said selections can vary and…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.81
March 15, 2023
…Rochester Hills, Mich.-based FANUC America is a subsidiary of Japan-based FANUC Corp. The company said it provides CNC systems, robotics, and ROBOMACHINEs, as well as expertise to help manufacturers maximize reliability and profitability. FANUC to demo growing CRX cobot line FANUC claimed that its expanded series of CRX collaborative robots can run for eight years without maintenance. Interactive programming enables users to teach points using hand guidance or a Tablet TP (teach pendant) with drag-and-drop icons, said the company. The latest CRX cobots complement FANUC’s existing lines of CR and CRX cobots that now total 11 model variations. They can…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.80
August 26, 2019
…and other sectors is increasing. Some countries, such as Japan, have long embraced robotics for a variety of uses. At the same time, there has also been a rise in “robophobia,” brought on by science fiction writers and filmmakers. Robophobia vs. fear of change Robophobia describes an irrational anxiety about robots and other advanced automation machines. Many famous figures, including Steve Wozniak and Elon Musk have expressed their concerns about robots taking over. Even the late Stephen Hawking told the BBC in 2014 that “development of full artificial intelligence could spell the end of the human race.” But this is…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.79
April 07, 2023
…in the U.S., the U.K., Germany, Thailand, China, India, Japan, and Brazil.” ANCA addresses industry pain points The ANCA Integrated Manufacturing System (AIMS) is designed to connect sequential processses in tool manufacturing. The company noted that over 70% of its customers are seeking machines with robotic functionality. “In the past few years, we recognized the need in the market for automating manufacture of these tools,” Irzyk told Robotics 24/7. “It starts with recognizing customer pain points and trends in the market early.” “First and foremost are labor pressures—wages are accelerating upward in Europe, competition is increasing, and access to skilled…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.77
January 07, 2022
…latest addition to its SmartRobotics product family. The Tokyo, Japan-based company said at the Consumer Electronics Show that its next-generation platform enables quick prototyping and development for robotics designers, commercial developers, and enthusiasts. “TDK RoboKit1 provides innovative hardware from multiple TDK group companies, but [it] also provides full software stacks and algorithms that solve real robotics problems,” said Peter Hartwell, chief technology officer of TDK's InvenSense Inc. unit. “This is truly a first of its kind and will help fast-track robotics at any point during the development process, creating feature value that will set customers apart from their competition.” Founded…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.63
May 22, 2023
…CNC systems, industrial robotics, and ROBOMACHINEs. The subsidiary of Japan-based FANUC Corp. said its innovative technologies and expertise can help manufacturers in the Americas maximize productivity, reliability and profitability. FANUC will exhibit at Automate Booth 3232 in the Huntington Place Convention Center from May 22 to 25. Cobot zone features higher payloads FANUC has expanded the payload capacities of its CRX and CR collaborative robots to handle products from 4 to 50 kg (8.8 to 110.2 lb.). The company said it now has 11 cobot model variations that can work in a variety of industrial applications including assembly, inspection, material…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.55
January 17, 2022
…partnership with Exotec.” “We've sold robots to customers in Japan by building trust,” Moulin said. “We maintain and guarantee our systems for 10 years, and we've proven that we can deploy our system with people we've just hired.” In addition, Exotec looking for the right collaborators, he said. “Today, Exotec works with industry-leading integrators around the world, and we’ll continue to expand our partnership network in the coming years,” said Moulin. “Part of our Series D investment will be dedicated to expanding partnership in R&D to accelerate our next generation of products, provided that we find the right technological and…
