Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.95
July 09, 2018
…robotic picking. Fizyr’s software and technology focuses on the perception part of this challenge—knowing how to best grasp any object the robot sees. Fizyr works with automation providers who apply its deep learning software within their solutions. Combining shuttles with robotic piece picking is a high-growth opportunity for Fizyr, says ten Have, in part because the variety of items to be handled offers a more “controlled environment” than the nearly limitless variety of items that might move through a postal DC, where Fizyr’s technology also has been used. Coexist or lights out? John Hayes, vice president of sales and marketing…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.27
June 20, 2018
…$8.5 billion by 2025. The new company combines U.S.-based Perception Robotics, Hungary-based OptoForce, and Denmark-based On Robot to become OnRobot, which will drive innovation and ease-of-use for robotic end-of-arm tooling. OnRobot’s headquarters will be located in Denmark under Iversen’s management, and the three entities will continue their individual operations and development as well. In addition, OnRobot’s global network of distributors will have access to local sales support, technical assistance and product training from the company’s regional offices in Germany, China, U.S., Malaysia, and Hungary, with more offices to come in 2018. “The aim is to build a world-leading organization in…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 15.75
May 22, 2018
…e-commerce markets, announced the commercial release of the PickOne Perception system, an integrated 3D vision solution for imaging parcels and generating robot pick points. Plus One Robotics has partnered with leaders in robot manufacturing, system integration, and e-commerce to develop this technology for the order fulfillment and parcel shipping markets. Rising consumer demand for shorter delivery times has increased the need for improved efficiency in sortation, induction, and singulation of the millions of packages which must be handled each day. The repetitive nature of these material handling tasks leads to high employee turnover and thus a need for an automated…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.72
February 06, 2018
…becoming available at a cost-effective price point. Advances in perception, motion planning, and grasping enable picking capabilities that approach the speed and ability of manual operators while offering the superior predictability, scalability, accuracy, and efficiency of automation. Although impressive, these robots still cannot yet handle the extreme variety of products seen in all e-commerce fulfillment operations, but they are showing quite some promise for the right product mix. Building on many of the recent advancements from the massive investments in self-driving cars, indoor mobile robots have been making inroads into the warehouse. These vehicles are capable of navigating autonomously in…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.34
October 04, 2017
…in the workplace. National Manufacturing Day is increasing positive perceptions of manufacturing with students. According to a survey of 1,400 Manufacturing Day 2016 participants from across the country, sponsored by the Manufacturing Institute and Deloitte: ● 90% thought the Manufacturing Day activities were interesting and engaging ● 84% said that they were now more aware of manufacturing jobs in their communities ● 81% thought manufacturing provides careers that are interesting and rewarding ● 62% were more motivated to pursue a career in manufacturing For more information on Oakland County Manufacturing Day, visit OakGov.com/MFGDay. Other websites include ManufactureMyFuture.com, MfgDay.com and MITradeSchool.org.…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.28
December 23, 2016
…grassroots effort by U.S. manufacturers to improve the public perception of manufacturing in America by coordinating awareness-raising activities at a variety of locations across the country. National Forklift Safety Day: June 14, 2016 National Forklift Safety Day, sponsored by the Industrial Truck Association, serves as a focal point for manufacturers to highlight the safe use of forklifts and the importance of operator training. This special day provides an opportunity for the industry to educate customers, the public, and government officials about safe forklift operation. Hurricane Matthew response calls for industry assistance American Logistics Aid Network to coordinate recovery in Haiti…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.50
June 07, 2016
…handling, it’s the new frontier. With the available technology, perception capabilities and falling price point, it’s almost a bonanza. The new things we’re looking at are robotics-related, including perception technology like robotic truck loading and unloading. As those become a reality, we’re taking that and applying to other areas like a mobile full case order fulfillment robot, something that scans and realizes what objects are so it can effectively handle them. It’s the idea of getting the robot to the work instead of the other way around. Khodl: It’s all about the blending of automation and connectivity, whether robots, intelligent…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.01
March 24, 2015
…your reputation as a manufacturer. There is a common perception that improving the quality of products being produced can be a costly endeavor. And because of the pressure to shrink budgets and maximize the value of systems already in place, it is often an area overlooked in favor of getting product out the door. Flexible automation and intelligent automation systems are tools manufacturers consider adopting to increase production, streamline their processes and cut costs, but there remains the perception that implementing automation is cost prohibitive. However, when improved quality is included in the analysis, the return on investment associated with…
