Humanoid robot developer Agility Robotics recently announced a partnership with systems integrator Zion Solutions Group. Through this partnership, Zion will offer Agility’s Digit bipedal humanoid mobile manipulation robot (MMR) to the supply chain industry. While many companies have turned to automation to increase warehouse efficiency and productivity, Agility said there remain a series of tasks that are difficult to automate and nearly impossible to keep filled due to high turnover, high injury rates, and an ever-growing labor gap. Agility said its humanoid robots are designed to execute exactly these types of monotonous bulk material handling and movement tasks that connect…
Industrial automation systems provider Comau recently introduced its new OnePicker machine vision system at Automate 2024. The trade show was held May 6-9 at the McCormick Place Convention Center in Chicago, Illinois. Attendance was free. A3 said this year’s show is the biggest yet, featuring more than 365,000 square feet of exhibit space, over 800 exhibitors, and an expected 30,000 registrants, with learning and networking opportunities. Attendees are able to see the latest in robotics, machine vision, artificial intelligence (AI), and motion control. “MI.RA/OnePicker is a result of our continued efforts to make complex technology more accessible and effective for…
Industrial automation systems provider Comau recently debuted its new S-Family small hollow-wrist robot arms at Automate 2024. The trade show was held May 6-9 at the McCormick Place Convention Center in Chicago, Illinois. Attendance was free. A3 said this year’s show is the biggest yet, featuring more than 365,000 square feet of exhibit space, over 800 exhibitors, and an expected 30,000 registrants, with learning and networking opportunities. Attendees are able to see the latest in robotics, machine vision, artificial intelligence (AI), and motion control. “Comau’s new S-Family of small, high-speed robots combines efficiency and technical excellence with the features and…
Hypertherm Associates, a U.S.-based, associate-owned manufacturer of industrial cutting systems and software, showcased its Robotmaster 2024, the latest version of the company’s robotic programming software, at Automate 2024 in Chicago. Robotmaster is an offline robot programming and robot simulation software that allows task experts to program their robot quickly and easily from simple to complex tasks while maximizing the robot's capabilities. The updated software, Robotmaster 2024, addresses key market trends including support for sequential programming multiple robots in a single work cell and demand for single-click optimization and error resolution, according to the company. It includes improvements to the cell…
Doosan Robotics, an international cobot manufacturer, unveiled its newest P-SERIES (PRIME-SERIES) cobot at Automate 2024 in Chicago. According to the company, the new cobot has the longest reach to date. Doosan has released multiple cobots capable of 20kg and above payloads, but the recent announcement of its new 30kg payload marked a major advancement for the company, Long-reach and higher payload for P3020 On the show floor at McCormick Place in Chicago, Doosan revealed its new P3020, a cobot that offers a payload of 30kg (60lbs) and reach of 2,030mm (80 inches). These technological features allow the P3020 to palletize…
Productive Robotics, a California-based designer and manufacturer of industrial collaborative robots, robotic welding systems and accessories for a wide range of applications, showcased its 7-axis collaborative robots and introduce new technology at Automate 2024 in Chicago. After a recent jobs report found that 2024 will represent the toughest labor market yet, citing a lack of skilled workers, retiring boomer-generation employees and a population decline, Productive sought to demonstrate its offerings will help offset these concerns. Productive Robotics at Automate The OEM debuted and demonstrated its deburr add-on package for CNC applications and its Blaze robotic laser welding system, the latest…
Japanese autonomous mobile robot (AMR) conveyance systems provider LexxPluss recently launched its portfolio of four automation systems at Automate 2024 in booth 3076. The trade show was held May 6-9 at the McCormick Place Convention Center in Chicago, Illinois. Attendance was free. A3 said this year’s show is the biggest yet, featuring more than 365,000 square feet of exhibit space, over 800 exhibitors, and an expected 30,000 registrants, with learning and networking opportunities. Attendees are able to see the latest in robotics, machine vision, artificial intelligence (AI), and motion control. LexxPluss featured its Lexx500 AMR, LexxTug towing interface attachment, LexxFleet…
Intralogistics systems supplier Kardex recently showcased its FulfillX warehouse execution system (WES) at Automate 2024 in booth 4681. The trade show was held May 6-9 at the McCormick Place Convention Center in Chicago, Illinois. A3 said this year’s show is the biggest yet, featuring more than 365,000 square feet of exhibit space, over 800 exhibitors, and an expected 30,000 registrants, with learning and networking opportunities. Attendees are able to see the latest in robotics, machine vision, artificial intelligence (AI), and motion control. “Automate offered the ideal opportunity to introduce U.S. manufacturers to AutoStore empowered by Kardex FulfillX,” said Mitch Hayes,…
FANUC America recently unveiled its latest lineup of robot arms, cobots, and motion control systems at Automate 2024 in booth 1250. The trade show is being held May 6-9 at the McCormick Place Convention Center in Chicago, Illinois. Attendance is free. A3 said this year’s show is the biggest yet, featuring more than 365,000 square feet of exhibit space, over 800 exhibitors, and an expected 30,000 registrants, with learning and networking opportunities. Attendees are able to see the latest in robotics, machine vision, artificial intelligence (AI), and motion control. “We’re excited to demonstrate our cutting-edge automation solutions at Automate,” said…
Industrial robot manufacturer Kawasaki Robotics recently offered a first look at its new CL family of collaborative robots (cobots) at Automate 2024 in booth 2557. The trade show is being held May 6-9 at the McCormick Place Convention Center in Chicago, Illinois. Attendance is free. A3 said this year’s show is the biggest yet, featuring more than 365,000 square feet of exhibit space, over 800 exhibitors, and an expected 30,000 registrants, with learning and networking opportunities. Attendees are able to see the latest in robotics, machine vision, artificial intelligence (AI), and motion control. Kawasaki Robotics will also feature new applications…
