See you at Modex 2020; ProMat 2021 to debut new Robotics & Automation Solutions Center
April 10, 2019
With a record number of exhibitors and attendees seen at ProMat 2019, MHI anticipates more of the same at Modex 2020—the industry's premier supply chain event.
Geek+ brings autonomous mobile robots to warehousing, order fulfillment applications worldwide
April 9, 2019
Geek+ (Booth N6327) is introducing a variety of autonomous mobile robots for warehousing and order fulfillment—including e-commerce applications—in its exhibit.
Waypoint Robotics launches omni-directional autonomous mobile robot
April 8, 2019
At a press conference Monday, Waypoint Robotics (Booth S3588) announced the addition of MAV3K, an autonomous mobile robot with a 3,000-pound carrying capacity, to its line of omni-directional, industrial...
Knapp announces new mobile robot, partnerships
April 8, 2019
Knapp (Booth S1231) showcased its new OSR Shuttle Evo+, a flexible, scalable and reliable autonomous mobile robotics solution.
MHI to feature new Robotics and Automation Solution Center at ProMat 2021
April 8, 2019
ProMat 2021 will feature a new Robotics and Automation Solution Center in the North Hall of McCormick Place.
Robotics leaders join forces at ProMat 2019
April 3, 2019
More than a game, this is a fun and exciting way to educate yourself on key trends and technologies available to help you succeed in the next decade.
ProMat Preview: Managing Inventory Through Aerial Robots
April 3, 2019
PINC's CEO Matt Yearling provides a preview of his ProMat 2019 session on the inventory management issues many companies are facing, and how autonomous aerial drones can help.
Building Student Teamwork Via Robotics
April 1, 2019
Next-Gen Engineers Student Design Competition Profile: VEX IQ Challenge Next Level
Metal Short-Run 3D Printing on Rapid Growth Trajectory
April 1, 2019
This growth includes expansion into markets where printing on-demand parts and components is attractive, such as healthcare, aerospace and automotive.
North American machine vision market grew nearly 10% in 2018, broke records for sixth straight year
March 28, 2019
Smarter and smaller vision technologies serve complex challenges with emerging automation solutions like AI-driven bin picking, autonomous vehicles, and advanced inspection technologies.
UPS Partners with Matternet to Transport Medical Samples via Drone across Hospital System
March 27, 2019
First FAA sanctioned use of a drone for routine revenue flights involving the transport of a product under a contractual delivery agreement.
3D Hubs Announces $18 Million in Funding to Boost Autonomous Manufacturing Platform
March 27, 2019
New funding to help the company further automate its manufacturing outsourcing solution expand platform's global network and U.S. presence with new office in the states, 3D Hubs reports.
Autonomous Cargo Drone Does Heavy Lifting
March 27, 2019
Sabrewing has designed two hybrid-electric aircraft that can autonomously deliver hundreds of pounds of cargo to remote locations.
U.S. Department of Energy recognizes REI distribution center for energy efficiency
March 25, 2019
280,000-square-foot solar panels, 'hypershairs' for employees and robotic fulfillment technologies help cut energy costs and environmental impact.
NVIDIA GTC 2019: Data Science Workstation, Purchase of an Interconnect Vendor, Safety Force Field in Autonomous Driving, and More
March 25, 2019
There are sufficient demos and talks of rayt racing, but the biggest announcements have more to do with autonomous cars, machine learning and data centers.
5G & the Future of Connectivity: 7 Industries the New Wireless Technology Could Transform
March 25, 2019
The next generation of wireless technology could affect a wide range of industries, from manufacturing to transportation services to supply chain management.
Meeting Design and Regulatory Challenges of Autonomous Air Taxis
March 25, 2019
Frankfurt Airport manager Fraport is working with Volcopter to potentially use electric, vertical take-off multicopter (eVTOLs) to carry passengers through an urban transport network.
AVL and MSC Software to Partner on Autonomous Vehicle Projects
March 25, 2019
AVL is developing a scenario-based open verification and validation toolchain to generate operational scenarios, create the relevant test cases, and execute testing and homologation of automated driving functions.
2019 Warehouse / DC Equipment Survey: Still bullish, but more measured
March 7, 2019
Spending on 3PL services and new technologies are all part of a more deliberate approach to figuring out the right mix of equipment, software and services to manage the stress...
Rize Additive Manufacturing Helps Soldiers Get Parts Faster
March 1, 2019
This effort led U.S. Army Armament Research, Development and Engineering Center to expand into additive manufacturing, specifically, to identify the types of materials that can be used in AM...
