Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 12.95
April 16, 2021
ProMat DX this week included exhibits, keynotes, and educational sessions for manufacturing and supply chain professionals from over 140 countries. Among them were numerous discussions around robotics and automation. This year's ProMat was different from previous conferences and trade shows. The materials handling event had been co-located with Automate at McCormick Place in Chicago for several years, but after the last in-person event in 2019, the organizers of the two events decided to go their separate ways. ProMat 2021 was also virtual, but organizers said they expect to return to Atlanta for Modex 2022 (the events alternate years). Here are…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 12.73
March 15, 2023
…automation and collaborative robots for warehousing and logistics at ProMat next week. The company will be exhibiting at Booth N7520 from March 20 to 23 in Chicago's McCormick Convention Center. “FANUC’s demonstrations will offer attendees creative ideas that incorporate automation and robotics to solve today’s challenges to increase efficiencies and help offset the labor shortage,” stated Anthony Cantrell, executive director for warehouse and logistics at FANUC America. “Key benefits to automation include improved order accuracy, higher warehouse productivity, lower operational costs, and less ergonomic issues,” he said. Rochester Hills, Mich.-based FANUC America is a subsidiary of Japan-based FANUC Corp. The…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 12.42
April 11, 2019
…today. The number one reason that attendees come to ProMat is to see new products.” To narrow down each category to four finalists prior to the show, the submissions were judged by a committee of industry experts. The volunteer judges represent six different companies: Covenant Transport; Department of National Defense, Canada; Framebridge; IKEA; PharmaLink; and Steelcase Inc. On Monday, those finalists’ exhibits were visited in person by a separate judging panel who determined the winners in each category. Finalists in the “Best New Product” category are: ● CMC srl (Booth S1259) – Pick2Pack WINNER ● Fetch Robotics (Booth S4841) –…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 12.25
March 15, 2023
…AMRs. Source: 6 River Systems 6 River Systems at ProMat 2023 6 River Systems will be in Chicago next week for ProMat 2023. At Booth S2352 in McCormick Place, the company will provide live demonstrations of the Mobile Fulfillment app, as well as a number of other products. Royanna Chappell, vice president of sales at 6 River Systems, will also participate in a panel on “Tracking Project ROI Sessions” in the Robotics Theater on March 22 at 10:15 a.m. CDT. For more on ProMat, visit Robotics 24/7’s special coverage page. Editor's note: This article has been updated with additional comments…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 12.18
March 16, 2023
…ever, businesses need a partner with broad capabilities to conquer supply chain complexity.” Körber Supply Chain will be at ProMat next week at Booth S1547 in Chicago's McCormick Place. Editor's note: For more about ProMat 2023, visit Robotics 24/7's special focus page.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 12.04
April 10, 2019
…fleet of robots. Locus’s Spring 2019 Release is currently on display and available for demonstration at Booth #S3212 at ProMat 2019, which runs from April 8th - 11th at Chicago’s McCormick Place. The Company’s new Gamification feature is also a finalist for MHI’s annual Best New Innovation Award, selected as one of the most innovative new products out of 108 submissions from this year’s ProMat exhibitors. Award winners will be announced on April 10th during ProMat’s MHI Industry Night with Craig Ferguson.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.97
December 30, 2015
…more for online orders if delivered sustainably, 76% would wait an extra day for climate-friendly transport. In other news ProMat 2015 registration tops 37,000 Show producer MHI announced a 8.8% attendance jump over 2013. Automate 2015 sets show and conference attendance records Co-located with ProMat, exhibition space was 76% larger, show attendees jumped 61%, and conference participants grew 63% over 2013. Study finds manufacturing industry ready for the Internet of Things 83% of surveyed manufacturers either already have IoT implementations in place or plans to deploy within a year.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.75
March 27, 2023
At ProMat in Chicago last week, numerous companies touted their technologies as solutions to supply chain problems. Less visible than robots but no less important were the integrators and consultancies that help deploy and manage robots in warehouses and other facilities. Among those Robotics 24/7 spoke with was enVista LLC, which offers to help leading brands with robotics integration. “The show has gone well for us,” said Mike Kasperski, senior vice president and automation group leader at enVista. “Our sessions were full, and we've had a lot of leads.” enVista, which has offices in Carmel, Ind., and Chicago, has been…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.62
March 24, 2023
…the the announcement at a gala dinner during the ProMat 2023 trade show this week. “The work that Convoy of Hope does is invaluable to relieve suffering around the world, and we wanted to make our own contribution by donating our 75,000th truck to this very worthwhile charity,” said Martin McVicar, co-founder and CEO of Combilift. McVicar and fellow engineer Robert Moffett founded the company in 1998. Combilift claimed that it has been recognized as the fastest-growing and largest manufacturer of four-directional, side-loading, and articulated forklifts globally. Aisle Master part of growing Combilift line Combilift offers the Aisle Master narrow-aisle…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.44
May 23, 2023
…a drink.” Agility showed new version of Digit at ProMat Earlier this year, the company showcased a new version of Digit at ProMat that includes a head with LED animated eyes and new end-of-arm tools designed to help it pick up totes. Other leadership changes In addition to bringing on Wise and placing Hurst into a new role, the company also highlighted a number of other executive changes. Per the company's announcement, here is a list of the people assigned to new leadership roles at the company: Renuka Ayer, chief financial officer Rich Bohne, chief commercial officer Aindrea Campbell, chief…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.21
April 09, 2019
…built upon the Honeywell Universal Robotic controller which allows the robots to “see better, think smarter and act faster.” ProMat 2019 is scheduled to be held April 8-11 at Chicago’s McCormick Place. The tradeshow will showcase the latest manufacturing, distribution and supply chain solutions in the materials handling and logistics industry. Modern’s complete coverage of the show.
