Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.48
March 20, 2021
…Truck and Operation Evolution Industrial Design of Vehicles Operator Ergonomics Neurotechnology Applications in Material Handling This year, the University Research Program has added a new optional concept paper step in the process. This step is a way that professors and student researchers can connect with the University Research Program reviewers for initial input of their submission. Professors and researchers are encouraged (but not required) to submit a one page concept paper explaining their proposal. Concept papers must be submitted between April 12, 2021, through Aug. 27, 2021, in order to be reviewed. About The Raymond Corporation The Raymond Corp., a…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.33
April 04, 2023
…In addition, the supplier said its AMRs can improve ergonomics and overall workplace quality. Following the initial deployment at its warehouse in Tiffin, Ohio, Concordance is now in the process of rolling out the robots to 10 more sites across the U.S. Locus promises warehouse efficiencies “Locus's innovative multi-bot approach, dynamic flexibility, scalability, and fast ROI will help Concordance to consistently exceed their customers' expectations,” said Rick Faulk, CEO of Locus Robotics. “Our LocusBots are designed to improve all aspects of a warehouse picking, sorting, and returns while seamlessly meeting the increased demand of medical supplies and other healthcare needs.”…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.20
November 30, 2022
…accuracy Layout freedom Modularity or scalability Increased safety Improved ergonomics Minimize infection risk Increase productivity Twenty-three thousand industrial robots are operating in U.K. factories, according to the International Federation of Robotics. The U.K. robot density of 101 units per 10,000 workers is below the world average of 126 units and ranks 24th. This is much lower than most other industrialized countries in Europe and the lowest of the G7 nations. AMRs gain ground When it comes to automation of logistics, autonomous mobile robots are now the largest part of the global market, while autonomous guided vehicles are losing ground according…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.14
May 04, 2023
…LED strip and 45-degree inclined touch panel provide an ergonomic operator experience, said Stäubli. These can increases user acceptance and ease integration, it added. For safety, the PF3 is equipped with a 360-degree human safety scanner, five emergency stop buttons, a collision avoidance sensor, and an LED strip that communicates the AGV’s status. Accessories include a table, stations for EU and U.S. pallets, and a remote control. Stäubli to show rugged robot at Automate Stäubli said it built the robot on its patented drive unit. The AGV is “constructed of industrial-proof components, delivering outstanding performance in terms of productivity as…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.12
March 29, 2023
…the benefits of AMRs. They include delivering a more ergonomic working environment and improving efficiency, all while maintaining accuracy. Marseille, France-based CEVA Logistics has its U.S. headquarters in Jacksonville, Fla. The third-party logistics provider (3PL) offers a range of customized systems and air, ocean, ground, and finished vehicle transport in 170 countries and has 110,000 employees at more than 1,300 facilities. With pro forma 2022 revenue of $18.7 billion (U.S.), the unit of CMA CGM Group has also worked with Berkshire Grey, Kodiak Robotics, and Locus Robotics. CEVA Logistics deploys G2P systems CEVA Logistics said its 50,000-sq.-m (538,195.5 sq. ft.)…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.00
August 24, 2022
…the wearer to tighten it. Another is recommendations for ergonomics. We have all this data about how much strain is put on the left leg, for example, and it can notify workers and supervisors. We want to take advantage of onboard computers but not distract workers too much. How much customization is necessary for an individual user? Steller: We've seen active powered and passive systems. Both have the mechanical limtation that it's hard to fit all sizes and body types comfortably. It's super-subjective. Height and weight don't say how users move and how they compensate for different strain or pain.…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.99
March 11, 2024
…FORTNA OptiSweep significantly reduces these labor requirements and provides ergonomic improvements, according to the company. It eliminates the need for workers to bend and reach into bags to move items and substantially cuts the distance and time spent walking in the warehouse. “Labor challenges are ubiquitous across supply chains, and this post-sorting process is a prime example, marked by frequent over- or understaffing,” stated Rob McKeel, CEO, FORTNA. “OptiSweep exhibits how FORTNA is merging robotic proficiency with unmatched design and implementation capabilities to effectively address issues related to labor dependency, variable throughput demands, capacity constraints and more.” OptiSweep integrates with…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.96
December 13, 2023
…study, published in the journal IISE Transactions on Occupational Ergonomics and Human Factors, found that watching videos of a soft robot working with a person at picking and placing tasks lowered the viewers’ safety concerns and feelings of job insecurity. This was true even when the soft robot was shown working in close proximity to the person. This finding shows soft robots hold a potential psychological advantage over rigid robots made of metal or other hard materials. “Prior research has generally found that the closer you are to a rigid robot, the more negative your reactions are, but we didn’t…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.95
November 01, 2023
…tooling.” The patent-pending MC-50 has an intuitive design and ergonomic lever operation to enable fast changes of robotic end-of-arm tooling (EOAT) by hand, said the company. It also includes a safety latch button on the lever to provide secondary locking for increased safety and prevention of involuntary uncoupling, ATI noted. MC-50 designed for compatibility, endurance The MC-50 is designed for safe, diverse use cases. Source: ATI Industrial Automation The compact Tool Changer is intended to be robust and supports application payloads up to 25 kg (55.1 lb.) on collaborative robots, added ATI. The MC-50 can also support payloads up to…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.86
August 06, 2024
…operations.” Schmalz is a provider of vacuum automation and ergonomic handling systems. Its products are used globally for logistics, automotive, electronics and furniture manufacturing applications, among others. The company’s range of vacuum automation products include individual components such as suction cups and vacuum pumps, as well as complete gripping systems and clamping systems for holding workpieces, including for CNC machining. Divestiture marks 10 years of company’s gripper systems development Oxipital AI said its mission is to deliver actionable insights through deep object understanding to its customers as they embrace Industry 5.0. The company secured $26 million in series C funding…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.85
June 24, 2020
ProGlove, a leader in ergonomic wearable technology for industry, was selected among hundreds of candidates as one of the World Economic Forum’s “Technology Pioneers.” The World Economic Forum’s Technology Pioneers are early to growth-stage companies from around the world that are involved in the design, development and deployment of new technologies and innovations, and are poised to have a significant impact on business and society. Technology Pioneers community is an integral part of the larger Global Innovators community of start-ups at the World Economic Forum. Following its selection as Technology Pioneer, ProGlove CEO Andreas Koenig will be invited to participate…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.85
October 02, 2023
…can double or triple productivity, with less labor and ergonomic strain than traditional piece-handling systems. Sessions to discuss RaaS, flexibility Locus Robotics said its Logistics Summit sessions will highlight how its AMRs and robotics-as-a-service (RaaS) model can optimize efficiency during peak periods and beyond. The company's experts will also demonstrate how its robots can work with warehouse staffers to improve productivity, consistency, and throughput. Mischa Pick, business development manager at Locus, will present in the session entitled “Scalable, Flexible, Future-Proof—The Advantages of Robots-as-a-Service for Your Intralogistics.” He will describe how the company's RaaS model enables automation deployment without major upfront…
