Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 13.62
December 05, 2022
…in manufacturing in 2021 are South Korea, Singapore, Japan, Germany, and China. “Robot density is a key indicator of automation adoption in the manufacturing industry around the world,” said Marina Bill, president of the International Federation of Robotics. “The new average of global robot density in the manufacturing industry surged to 141 robots per 10,000 employees – more than double the number six years ago. China’s rapid growth shows the power of its investment so far, but it still has much opportunity to automate.” Robot density by region Driven by the high volume of robot installations in recent years, Asia’s…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 13.48
October 31, 2022
…air conditioners, and water-filtration systems. Einride also launches in Germany Last month, Einride launched its digital shipping services in Germany, Europe's largest transportation market. The Swedish company already works with Lidl Sweden, Maersk, and Oatly, as well as global appliance leader Electrolux. Operations with Electrolux follow a successful partnership in Sweden and are expected to reduce CO2 emission by 92% in comparison with driving with diesel. Other partners have seen a similar decrease while matching the cost of diesel, said Einride. “Germany is in the driving seat of Europe; where it goes others follow suit,” said Falck. “We have the…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 13.40
October 21, 2016
…The analyses surveyed over 4,700 consumers in the U.S., Germany, and China. As the trend toward buying goods online increases, so too does the desire to receive the ordered products as soon as possible. The market for same-day and instant delivery will account for around 20 percent of standard parcel revenue by 2025. Currently, the market share of same-day and instant delivery is less than one percent. McKinsey expects average year-on-year growth of around 40 percent until 2025. Driven by e-commerce, the parcel segment in mature markets like the U.S. or Germany is growing by seven to ten percent annually.…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 13.30
October 21, 2016
…The analyses surveyed over 4,700 consumers in the U.S., Germany, and China. As the trend toward buying goods online increases, so too does the desire to receive the ordered products as soon as possible. The market for same-day and instant delivery will account for around 20 percent of standard parcel revenue by 2025. Currently, the market share of same-day and instant delivery is less than one percent. McKinsey expects average year-on-year growth of around 40 percent until 2025. Driven by e-commerce, the parcel segment in mature markets like the U.S. or Germany is growing by seven to ten percent annually.…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 12.88
July 07, 2022
…three-stage audit that began on March 18th in Dortmund, Germany. The IFOY jury was comprised of 26 internationally recognized trade journalists and leading logistics media representing over 21 countries. The IFOY pallet partner is CHEP, the global market leader in pallet pooling. Logistics real estate partner is GARBE. IFOY is headquartered in Ismaning, Germany near Munich. The IFOY AWARD is under the patronage of the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy of the Federal Republic of Germany. Judges assessed each finalist across a range of key categories, including innovation value, technology, ergonomics and handling, safety, marketability, design, customer benefits,…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 12.87
December 02, 2021
…Funded in 2018 at the RWTH Aachen University in Germany, MOOVE is developing electric and autonomous vehicles. The startup said it is designing its light commercial vehicle platform for a delivery and passenger service ecosystem that will reduce emissions, accidents, and noise in cities. “We are thrilled to announce our collaboration with MOOVE,” said Harri Santamala, CEO of Sensible 4. “With their strong German manufacturer knowledge combined with our technology, we are challenging the traditional automotive companies [and] bringing new competitive solutions to the market.” The founders of Sensible 4 said they have been developing autonomous vehicles since the 1980s.…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 12.79
July 28, 2023
…in Europe are in urgent need of renovation. In Germany alone, around 4,200 km (2,609.7 mi.) of track are to be renovated by 2030. Robel Rail Automation has developed a repair system that includes FANUC industrial robots. “Our customers see a great need for fully automated, robot-assisted maintenance systems,” stated Thomas Weis, head of development at Robel Rail Automation. This is especially true for the time-consuming and complicated repair work on points, or movable sections of track, he added. Rail network operators face increasing shortages of skilled workers such as welders. Robel Rail Automation System in testing Robel Rail Automation…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 12.75
April 09, 2022
…hotbed areas include Pittsburgh, Silicon Valley, and Boston. Denmark, Germany, and Sweden are among the most automated countries in the world, according to the International Federation of Robotics (IFR). Japan, South Korea, China, and Singapore are some of the biggest robotics exporters and consumers. The IFR found that Asia has the highest density of robots in the manufacturing industry. Robotics clusters faciliate networking To facilitate innovation and networking, organizations have developed to help bolster their local robotics clusters. They serve their communities as a space for research and development, networking for investment, and recruitment. Like a chamber of commerce or…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 12.72
August 08, 2022
…designed by its partner Project Group GmbH in Kranenburg, Germany in collaboration with Saurer Technologies GmbH & Co. KG. Together, the companies will supply an order of more than 60 AGV/cobot systems to a textile-industry customer in the U.S. “Our agenda for 2022 is to grow steadily step by step and also win major customers,” said Kristian Kassow, founder and CEO of Kassow Robots. “The latest order from Germany, with more than 60 cobots for the U.S. and potential for even more, shows that we’re on the right track.” Seventh axis enables smaller footprint and higher productivity, Kassow said The…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 12.68
September 01, 2021
…in North America. Microdrones, which has offices in Siegen, Germany, and Rome, N.Y., said it delivers mapping systems specifically developed for the surveying, mining, construction, oil and gas, and precision agriculture industries. The company said its integrated systems address complex mapping challenges. They rely on a fully integrated geospatial workflow that enables the company's software to transform raw data collected by its equipment in the field into high-quality, survey-grade data. Microdrones claimed that it is widely recognized for its lidar technology leadership. Microdrones has engineering centers and manufacturing facilities in Germany, Canada, France, China, and the U.S. It said its…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 12.54
October 07, 2022
…the time, founded Commonplace Robotics in 2011. The Bissendorf, Germany-based company said it works to make the integration and operation of robots so cost-effective and easy that they can be used anywhere. Its first products with a control system and proprietary power electronics were robots for teaching. Commonplace Robotics cooperates for affordable robots The two companies said they have been cooperating intensively since 2016. Commonplace Robotics and igus have jointly developed products including an actuator, the ReBeL low-cost collaborative robot, and the igus Robot Control (iRC). The ReBeL cobot costs €4,970 ($4,843 U.S.), including its control system. The actuator, also…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 12.44
August 17, 2022
…its vacuum technology expertise to facade construction. The Rosenfeld, Germany-based distributor claimed that its new eT-Litocran700 is the fastest device of its kind. “What do a giraffe gazelle (lat. Litocranius) and an installation attachment for telescopic handlers have in common? The answer to this becomes apparent when observing the ease with which the giraffe gazelle stands and its ultimate precision in gathering the best-tasting leaves from trees,” said euroTECH. “The eT-Litocran700 offers unprecedented 3D fine-tuned control for fast, low-labor installation of windows as well as glass and facade elements,” the company said. euroTECH develops and produces customer-specific vacuum systems and…
