Automation systems for person-to-goods picking provider Locus Robotics recently announced its autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) have picked four billion units across its global customer deployments. This latest achievement comes 28 weeks after reaching three billion picks, which Locus said underscores its rapid growth and expansion, along with the rapidly-increasing adoption of its AI-enabled automation systems for warehouse operations globally. “This is a truly momentous moment for everyone associated with Locus Robotics - from our global team of employees around the world to our expanding base of customers,” said Rick Faulk, Locus Robotics CEO. “Reaching the four billion milestone in record…
Doosan Robotics, a global provider of high-payload collaborative robots (cobots), will demonstrate the versatility and wide range of applications of its cobots at PACK Expo 2024. PACK EXPO 2024 is at Chicago’s McCormick Place Convention Center November 3-6. Doosan cobots on display at eight partner booths At PACK, Doosan will present its various cobot offerings at several partner booths, highlighting the technology's versatility and transformative impact on the packaging industry. Various Doosan collaborative robots will be on display at the following partner booths: Aagard (Booth: S-2796): Featuring the P-SERIES cobot (P3020) for palletizing tasks. beRobox (Booth: LU-7856): Highlighting palletizing options…
Industrial robot arm provider Mitsubishi Electric Automation recently added the MELFA RV-12CRL vertical articulated robot arm to its low-cost series of robots. “The launch of the RV-12CRL robot marks an exciting opportunity for our customers to experience the quality and performance known by our industrial robot lineup at the price of a collaborative robot,” said Curtis Sylliaasen, Mitsubishi Electric robot product manager. The MELFA RV-12CRL offers a 1,504 millimeter (about 59.2 inch) reach and 12 kilogram (about 26.4 pound) payload capacity to cover a large work envelope, which Mitsubishi Electric said can help eliminate the need for a vertical life…
OSARO, a global provider of machine learning-enabled robotics for high-volume fulfillment centers, has launched OSARO AutoModel. The company says the launch of AutoModel signifies and advancement in its OSARO SightWorks perception platform. Speed, adaptation play a major role in AutoModel In order fulfillment, where speed is critical, businesses often face days or weeks of costly downtime to update their robots for new SKUs. In contrast, OSARO says AutoModel enables robots to automatically learn and adapt to new items, processes and workflows with zero downtime. OSARO AutoModel accelerates the introduction and onboarding process of new SKUs, and increases robot productivity. These…
Formant, a California-based cloud robotics provider, announced a new strategic commercial partnership with Holman, a global automotive services provider, to further advance Formant’s robot fleet and data management offering. This collaboration marks a significant step forward in the continued integration of robotics technology and fleet management services, combining Formant’s cloud robotics platform with Holman’s fleet and automotive expertise, according to the companies. Partnership focuses on fleet and data management “The trust placed in Formant by an industry leader like Holman validates our position in the market and our ability to serve enterprise-level clients,” said Jeff Linnell, CEO and founder of…
Industrial robot arm provider ABB recently launched its RB 1000i-S paint atomizer for automotive paint shops. The new paint atomizer mounted on top of ABB robots can improve transfer efficiency by upwards of 10%, and can reduce paint waste by a minimum of 30%, ABB said, along with carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions, compared to its predecessor the RB 1000i. “Major automotive manufacturers have committed to carbon neutral factories by 2035, leaving no stone unturned in their mission to achieve these targets,” said Marc Segura, ABB Robotics Division president. “ABB is continuously developing products and services to help companies achieve their…
Robot positioning motion control components provider Bell-Everman recently announced its latest generation of ServoBelt linear actuators feature a design enhancement that simplifies the assembly and installation of long-travel motion systems including gantry and linear robots. The company said its new design, which includes a lower static toothed belt, also strengthens ServoBelt’s ability to non-destructively withstand high-force events, such as carriage crashes. Design changes to simplify integration In earlier designs, the belt adhered to its aluminum carrier using 3M’s VHB adhesive tape. While strong, the VHB complicated the assembly and installation process, requiring integrators to accurately apply the adhesive tape on…
Gather AI, a Pittsburgh based provider of inventory intelligence drones and automation offerings, has announced a new customer, Bosma Enterprises, Indiana's largest employer of people who are blind or visually impaired. The announcement comes during National Disability Employment Awareness Month. Gather drones move autonomously through warehouses Bosma delivers business offerings including warehousing, contract packaging, light manufacturing, product assembly and more. Bosma also offers rehabilitation services, job training and employment programs to people experiencing vision loss. Labor research says that 70% of Americans who are blind or visually impaired are not employed. With a staff that is over 50% blind or…
