Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 12.44
April 11, 2022
…chain operators. The company has offices in the U.S., Germany, the U.K., Japan, South Korea, China, and Singapore and said it has more than 500 customers worldwide. Geek+ and Impact Analysis recently noted that more than 75% of warehouses worldwide don't yet have automation. Last year, the company reported that it had sold more than 20,000 AMRs worldwide. RoboShuttle 8 wins recognition RoboShuttle 8 is a next-generation, goods-to-person system that can reach items at heights of up to 8 m (26.2 ft.), according to Geek+. It first announced the system in October 2021. “We're seeing demand for goods-to-person automation for…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 12.42
December 13, 2021
…items,” he added. HEYCO orders SCAPE Bin-Picking system Tittling, Germany-based HEYCO-WERK SÜD is a part of the HEYCO Group, a development partner known for prototype manufacturing for the module and systems business. HEYCO Group said it has approximately 900 employees at sites in Germany, Ireland, Czech Republic, and the U.S. manufacturing high-quality and technically and economically mature components. As the production of hand tools has expanded from metals to include plastic parts and forgings, HEYCO Group has become a leading supplier for both the automotive and automotive supplier industry. The company plans to use the complete SCAPE Bin-Picker Solution for…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.95
March 03, 2020
…of a sales and business development office in Frankfurt, Germany. With multiple customers and partners based in Europe, RHR’s German operation will strengthen the company’s business and enable them to further expand their presence as the market grows and their customer base deepens in the region. With broad experience in next-generation fulfillment solutions, Jon Schechter has been named to lead RHR’s German office, serving as Head of Europe. Schechter spent 10 years designing robotic fulfillment centers for e-commerce and retail distribution as part of Kiva Systems and Amazon Robotics. His experience with these companies includes the largest swarm deployment in…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.89
November 01, 2023
…in 1994, Porsche Consulting said it is one of Germany’s leading management consultancies. Its experts support companies around the world as well as the Volkswagen Group with strategic transformation and performance management. The Porsche consultants work in various industries, including mobility, life sciences, industrial goods, financial services, energy, aerospace, construction, and consumer goods. They also support technology development from locations in Germany, Italy, France, China, Brazil, and the U.S. Challenges build up for construction A lack of people to fill construction occupations has contributed to housing shortages in many countries, according to European research. In the U.S., labor shortages are…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.87
May 03, 2023
…to 772 units in 2021, according to the Frankfurt, Germany-based organization. The Indian government supports growth in the industrial sector as one of the vital figures that affect its gross domestic product (GDP). Today, the country's GDP of about $3 trillion ranks in fifth place, head to head with the U.K. and France and behind Germany, Japan, China, and the U.S., reported the International Monetary Fund. Jobs outlook for India positive “As a result of the recent supply chain disruption, companies are rethinking their nearshoring strategies in Southeast Asia,” said Bill in a press release. “India has traditionally been a…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.85
April 25, 2023
Among the first announcements at LogiMAT 2023 in Stuttgart, Germany, was OTTO Motors' formal expansion into the European market. The unit of Kitchener, Ontario-based Clearpath Robotics Inc. said it is already a leading provider of autonomous mobile robots, or AMRs, in North America. “OTTO Motors leads the material handling automation industry in North America with the world’s most comprehensive AMR portfolio and the largest AMR deployments with the deepest integrations globally,” claimed Matt Rendall, co-founder and CEO of OTTO Motors. “We’re expanding our unmatched expertise and experience into the European market to better serve our global customer base and improve…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.76
July 20, 2023
…has closed a $55 million funding round. The Metzingen, Germany-based startup said it has “become a global pioneer in robotics in just three years.” “Since our genesis in 2019, NEURA Robotics has been working to push the boundaries of innovation in robotics by rethinking the subject with artificial intelligence and a platform approach, ushering in a new era in robotics,” stated David Reger, founder and CEO of NEURA Robotics. “Today's funding round enables us to keep up the pace in delivering on our visionary promises.” Like a smartphone manufacturer, NEURA said it combines all components, sensors, and AI in one…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.72
March 18, 2022
…and expansion strength will be increased.” Lohr am Main, Germany-based Bosch Rexroth is a global supplier of electric drive and control technologies. The company, whose U.S. headquarters are in Charlotte, N.C., has experience with mobile applications, machinery, and engineering. It also offers hydraulics, factory automation, and gears. Bosch Rexroth also provides linear motion and assembly technology, software, and Internet of Things (IoT) interfaces. Bosch Rexroth has locations in more than 80 countries and more than 29,600 associates. It reported sales revenue of about €5.2 billion ($5.7 billion U.S.) in 2020. Bosch Rexroth to use SLAM-guided AMRs The global market for…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.48
October 11, 2023
…round with private equity firm InterAlpen Partners. The Metzingen, Germany-based company said it plans to use the funding to continue its growth and expansion into the U.S. market. “NEURA Robotics represents one of the most compelling companies we’ve seen in our careers,” said Stephen George, founder of InterAlpen, in a release. “Their mission of empowering humanity with robotics is highly aligned with InterAlpen’s sustainable impact mission,” he added. “We believe that the amazing products and partnerships that the team has created will power NEURA to become a global industry leader in the rising field of collaborative robotics.” InterAlpen supports U.S.…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.41
May 10, 2023
…about 43,000 employees in 30 corporate groups. The Hamburg, Germany-based business includes platforms, brand concepts, retailers, services, and financial services, and its primary presence is in Germany, Europe, and the U.S. In the 2021 to February 2022 fiscal year, the Otto Group reported €16.1 billion ($17.6 billion U.S.) in revenue and had online sales of around €12.1 billion ($13.2 billion). The company said its partnership with Covariant will enhance services for its customers and enable it to take a step “towards a digitalized and AI-driven future.” The Otto Group said it plans to deploy Covariant robots to increase operational efficiency,…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.40
November 07, 2023
…such as China, Japan, South Korea, India, the US, Germany, and Spain. For example, in April 2022, The West Japan Rail Company utilized a Giant virtual reality-operated humanoid robot to fix power lines in Japan. Smart manufacturing, which leverages the use of cutting-edge computing, analytics, low-cost sensing, and new levels of communication, is supporting several industrial advancements, the report says. The proper functioning of smart manufacturing requires industrial robots which are integrated with IoT microprocessors, microcontrollers, sensors, and switches that can enhance production efficiency. Hence, such factors are expected to drive the humanoid robot market growth during the forecast period.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.36
May 23, 2022
…next week at the LogiMAT 2022 tradeshow in Stuttgart, Germany. Featuring a telescopic lift, the robot can reach a maximum picking height of 10 meters (32 ft.). It can descend as low as 0.28 m (11 in.) to pick totes and cartons stored on the bottom level of the shelf. The Shenzhen, China-based company will also display its HAIPORT automatic loading and unloading machine. The system is capable of loading four to eight cases in only three seconds and unload the same number of cases in five seconds. A single workstation can handle up to 900 cases per hour, an…
