Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.17
August 23, 2023
…eliminating single-sourced components and by locating itself in the Texas-Mexico manufacturing corridor. “Our operations team took a look at critical components and made sure we didn't select any with a single source,” Cardenas said. “Our target was to have dozens for each. It's easy to say, but hard to do, and it was our benchmark.” “To grow from hundreds to millions, Mexico has the talent and a third the labor cost of China,” he said. “It takes 2.5 hours to get from Monterey to Texas, compared with 18 days from China to the U.S. by sea.” From logistics to wider…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.15
January 06, 2023
…products for do-it-yourselfers and professionals in the U.S., Canada, Mexico, China, and Chile. To optimize its storage space and reduce operating costs of its U.S. distribution centers, Behr chose BALYO's autonomous forklifts. Not only can BALYO's systems automate operations, but they can also improve safety and reduce the damage often associated with the manual handling of goods, said the company. BALYO's robots use simultaneous localization and mapping (SLAM), lidar, and other sensors. The guidance systems enable robots to locate their positions and navigate autonomously inside of buildings without needing any additional infrastructure, said the company. The REACHY robots are designed…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.15
September 14, 2023
…a Shell subsea field development in the Gulf of Mexico, and the contract could lead to future inspection projects. The new contract follows Nauticus' successful qualification phase for autonomous inspection, maintenance, and repair (IMR). The Houston-based company said its flagship Aquanaut robot will perform noncontact and contact inspections across an extensive subsea complex. “I am incredibly pleased with the progress the team has made in our collaboration with Shell and to embark on this new project with one of the world’s leading energy companies,” said Nicolaus Radford, CEO of Nauticus, in a release. “Nauticus now has visibility [into] long-term IMR…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.13
May 28, 2021
…the Robotic Industries Association (RIA), AIA – Advancing Vision + Imaging, Motion Control & Motor Association (MCMA), and A3 Mexico to be a single advocate for the benefits of automation. The organization has more than 1,100 members, representing robotics manufacturers, component suppliers, system integrators, end users, research groups and consulting firms from around the world. A3 hosts a number of events, including Vision Week, the A3 Business Forum, the Automate Show & Conference, and The Vision Show. Registration for the AMR & Logistics conference is now open, as are exhibition opportunities. Contact A3 for more information.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.05
March 16, 2022
…recently conducted a demonstration at Navajo Nation in New Mexico. The helicopter proved to be useful in that environment since the area doesn’t have many paved roads or the infrastructure needed to deliver things quickly, he said. “We can do that quite efficiently with our unmanned aircraft,” Corgnati said. FAA regulations limit the areas where the MG Velos can go, he noted, but the company is working to expand where it can deliver cargo. MissionGO's MG Velos 100 drone helicopter has delievered human organs. Source: MissionGO Inspecting the terrain Corgnati said on the infrastructure and inspection side, the company’s machines…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.00
January 19, 2022
…in Baraboo, Wis., with operations extending throughout the U.S., Mexico, and Europe. Cyngn to add autonomy to Columbia fleet Cyngn said its autonomous vehicle (AV) technology will address challenges including labor shortages, lagging technological advancements from incumbents, and high upfront investment requirements. The Menlo Park, Calif.-based company said its Enterprise Autonomy Suite includes the DriveMod modular driving software. It also includes the Cyngn Insight customer-facing software suite for monitoring and managing AV fleets and aggregating and analyzing data. The company said its Cyngn Evolve internal toolkit enablesit to use data from the field for artificial intelligence, simulation, and modeling. Last…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.99
August 10, 2023
…held building-supply retailers, with 85 stores throughout Texas, New Mexico, and Oklahoma. The company said it decided to deploy multipurpose robots from Badger Technologies as part of its commitment to customer service. “We continually seek innovative ways to elevate customer service while removing operational obstacles for store associates,” said Waylon Walker, senior vice president for operations and merchandising at McCoy’s Building Supply, in a release. “With Badger Technologies robots, we can eliminate manual, time-consuming inventory checks and attain real-time data to better address customer preferences and buying trends.” McCoy's sees the value of automation McCoy's Building Supply reported that Badger…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.87
April 27, 2022
…mi. and are located in North Dakota, Louisiana, New Mexico, Nevada, California, and South Carolina. All sites can now take advantage of autonomous drone capabilities with the Scout System, according to American Robotics. The new sites joined the company’s existing waiver and exemption package, which permits automated BVLOS operations without human operators. Flights are permitted under 400 feet within the operational area defined by each site. American Robotics said its latest FAA approval enables increased autonomous drone operations and will benefit all of its customers, including Chevron, ConocoPhillips, and Stockpile Reports. “Every step by American Robotics toward full autonomy is…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.85
December 05, 2022
…leg of customer deliveries across western Texas and New Mexico,” the company said. “Veritiv’s next-generation supply chain strategy is to create and sustain a competitive advantage in operations with innovative and efficient technologies,” said Mike Walkenhorst, senior vice president of global operations and developing businesses for Veritiv. “This autonomous vehicle pilot aligns with our strategy to assess new technologies to determine the best fit for our business and our customers. We are proud to be at the forefront of testing this technology.” Uber Freight to use Aurora’s service across platform Aurora said it will use the information it learns through…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.81
July 29, 2022
…and opened new headquarters for Latin America in Aguascalientes, Mexico. FANUC builds for the future of robotics “Interest in robotics and automation remains strong with new demand coming from a variety of industries,” said Cicco. “EV [electric vehicles], warehousing, and logistics, as well as food and beverage, are all looking to automation to increase production and solve the growing labor shortage.” FANUC said its investment in Michigan's growing manufacturing sector includes the purchase of 67 acres of land, as well as the site of the former Thomas M. Cooley Law School campus. That site will allow for future growth in…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.73
August 03, 2022
…with greater safety. Musashi Seimitsu's global presence includes manufacturing facilities in Japan, Germany, the U.S., Canada, India, China, Brazil, Mexico, Hungary, Spain, Thailand, Indonesia, and Vietnam. “We have been heavily investing in automation and AI capabilities over the past few years, with a vision to create a more humane workplace where people no longer carry out tedious, repetitive, unrewarding tasks,” said Isa ku Takeshi, managing executive officer of Musashi Seimitsu. “We believe 634AI's distinct approach for industrial floor management and control allows, for the first time, people and machines to effectively work side by side in a much safer environment.”
