Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 17.38
September 07, 2023
…chains need to innovate to ensure fast and reliable deliveries to customers. FORTNA this week announced its Last Mile Solution Center, which will support parcel and distribution businesses in automating last-mile operations. The Atlanta-based company said in a release that its industry experts will help improve processes, increase productivity, and reduce costs. “FORTNA is an experienced partner to our customers with a comprehensive solution portfolio and deep knowledge and understanding of their needs,” said Antonio Amadasi, vice president for the FORTNA Last Mile Solution Center.” “The Last Mile Solution Center brings additional value to our mission and further helps to…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 3.01
September 05, 2023
…2011,” said Kuffner. “Mujin can accelerate and expand its delivery of truly state-of-the-art advanced industrial robotic solutions to customers globally, strengthening its position as the technology market leader.” SBI Investment stated: “We are very proud to be working with Mujin, a company that represents Japanese high-end technology, and we will do everything we can to support the company so that it can become a world-class company.” “Mujin has developed a platform technology that enables companies to develop and deploy automation solutions that were previously not possible,” said Anis Uzzaman, founder and CEO of Pegasus Tech Ventures. “As a result, Mujin…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 19.83
August 31, 2023
…operations. Click on image to enlarge. Source: Caltech Drone deliveries as 'low-hanging fruit' Caltech’s team said it is also working to solve complications with drone deliveries using the M4. Drone deliveries are the “low-hanging fruit” for this robot, according to Gharib. Traditional drones for deliveries are problematic because nobody wants drones landing near their home or business for safety reasons, he said. The M4 can land somewhere isolated from people and then drive to finish deliveries, making it a safer option, he added. The M4 can also fly into areas where truck deliveries might have a difficult time getting into…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.76
August 30, 2023
…to new requirements for innovative product design, manufacturing, and delivery, it said. Not only did Runner design and construct a new factory to upgrade production, but it also decided to transform its logistics processes within conventional workshop lines with automation. The company said it has focused these efforts in its Intelligent Manufacturing Center for Kitchenware & Sanitaryware, which caters to globally recognized industry players. The center is equipped with a fleet of 12 mobile robots, including six MiR250 AMRs, two MiR600 robots, and other systems. They operate in three distinct groups with specialized capabilities, explained Mobile Industrial Robots. The first…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 3.07
August 24, 2023
…autonomous mobility applications, including robotaxis, self-driving trucks, drones, robotic delivery vehicles, and autonomous aviation, said Recogni. In addition, Pegasus' development and deployment flexibility allows for faster time to market for any of these applications, it asserted. Recogni gets support from VCs, Tier 1 suppliers Founded in 2017, Recogni said it provides vision-based perception processing for autonomous driving platforms. The company has offices in San Jose, Calif., and Munich, Germany. Lead investors in Recogni include GreatPoint Ventures, Celesta Capital, Mayfield, and DNS Capital. Other investors include automotive OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers such as BMW iVentures, Toyota Ventures, Bosch, Continental, Forvia,…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 3.18
August 23, 2023
…conveyor to a pallet, pallet to conveyor, and lineside delivery.” “Robotics solutions are in high demand in the logistics sector as companies grapple with a shortage of labor and volatile demand,” said Ash Sharma, managing firector at Interact Analysis. “Billions of dollars are being invested in implementing robots to help pick, move and sort goods through warehouses across the world,” he said. “Humanoid robotic solutions are the next step in the evolution of the industry as customers look for more flexible automation that can be used across multiple workflows.” Apptronik sets sights on terrestrial and space applications Apptronik said it…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.73
August 21, 2023
…a wide range of sectors, including food preparation, serving, delivery, surgery, security, architecture, and even military applications. The share of service robotics in the domestic robot market grew by 12%, and the share of individual service robots increased by 16% in 2020. These service robots are equipped with advanced AI and autonomous driving technologies, enabling them to navigate obstacles and people effectively. Since 2008, the South Korean government has been systematically laying the groundwork for robotics advancement through successive plans under the Intelligent Robot Development and Distribution Promotion Act. The most recent Third Basic Plan, spanning from 2019 to 2023,…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.23
August 19, 2023
…it on sale to make room for the next delivery of new merchandise.” Those strategies may have served the industry in the past, but that was then and this is now. “Opening a new store and piling it high with inventory doesn’t work anymore because the consumer has more options,” Mullahy said. “There are more choices, more options in terms of digital and a lot of opportunities to buy.” He added that “from a supply chain perspective, we have to be more nimble and more strategic about investments, how we plan and how we think about consumer behavior.” Macy's focuses…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.82
August 14, 2023
…the corrugate blank at all operator-side entry points. Faster delivery – The system has a standardized main design with a customized infeed to target a shorter overall lead time. Intuitive HMI – The human-machine interface features two-touch navigation to most commonly used functions. Ergonomic blank load system – The conveyor feed case blank loading system accepts three 26-in. stacks of blanks at a time. The XCP Series includes the XCP-30, XCP-40, and the XCP-C30, which are customized versions of the case packer. Brenton said the addition of the XCP Series to its case-packing portfolio “gives customers a reliable option with…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 24.22
August 10, 2023
…conversion of existing convertible notes. The San Francisco-based robotic delivery company has also completed a reverse merger with Patricia Acquisition Corp. that will take it public. Founded in 2017 as the robotics division of Postmates, Serve Robotics has developed zero-emissions robots to serve people in public spaces, starting with food delivery. The startup claimed that its SAE Level 4 self-driving robots, which use Ouster lidars, have completed tens of thousands of contactless deliveries in Los Angeles and San Francisco. Spun out as an independent company in 2021, Serve has established several commercial partnerships, including with Piestro, Uber Eats, and Pizza…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 3.44
August 09, 2023
…World conference in June (see video below). It said partner companies around the world are preparing to start the delivery, implementation, and support of SprutCAM X 17 and SprutCAM X Robot 17. At EMO 2023, booth visitors will be able to interact with representatives of SprutCAM and German distributor Datentechnik Reitz GmbH. These experts will answer questions, offer demonstrations, and provide in-depth explanations of the innovations on display. The companies said they will ensure that people get direct insights into the capabilities and benefits of SprutCAM X 17. To schedule a meeting in advance, SprutCAM recommended contacting Datentechnik Reitz at…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 3.08
August 08, 2023
…automatically unloaded, said the companies. After completing the material delivery, the AMRs can independently mount empty racks at the rack collection point and return. In the chassis line process, Chery Super Factory said it prioritizes sustainability by reusing old racks and employing ForwardX’s Apex 2000 autonomous forklifts in specific processes, reducing waste. ForwardX provides mobile robots, autonomous tuggers, and automated lift trucks. Source: ForwardX Chery Super Factory finds favorable results Since implementing ForwardX Robotics’ automotive manufacturing technology, the Chery Super Factory said it has lowered the logistics cost per vehicle by a 10%. In addition, the system keeps the line-side…
