Seegrid Gives Select Customers Early Access to Its New Autonomous Lift Truck
October 29, 2021
Through the Seegrid Technology Early-Access Program, customers can test the Palion Lift autonomous lift truck and provide feedback that will affect its development and deployment.
FedEx and Neolix Test Autonomous Delivery Vehicle in China
October 29, 2021
As part of its sustainability and technology innovation efforts, FedEx Express is testing an autonomous delivery vehicle with Neolix this month in China.
Geek+ Presents PopPick and RoboShuttle NextGen Automation at CeMAT Asia
October 29, 2021
At CeMAT Asia, Geek+ is presenting its latest high-density robotic storage and goods-to-person picking systems that it says can improve space utilization and warehouse efficiency.
10 Industrial and Service Robotics Trends in the IFR’s World Robotics 2021 Report
October 28, 2021
Worldwide industrial and service robotics shipments began to recover last year, despite the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the International Federation of Robotics' annual report.
Open-RMF Addresses Growing Robotics Interoperability Needs
October 27, 2021
From simulation to management of robot fleets in heterogeneous environments, Open Robotics' Open-RMF is an open-source approach to interoperability that is different than other efforts.
Fabric Raises $200M in Series C Funding for Omnichannel Fulfillment
October 26, 2021
Fabric, which has developed a proprietary technology stack for micro-fulfillment, called itself a "robocorn" and plans to expand operations across major U.S. metropolitan areas.
Starship Technology Begins Robotic Delivery Service at North Carolina A&T
October 25, 2021
Starship, which has more than 1,000 mobile robots making deliveries on campuses nationwide, will be providing food service at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University.
Zyter to Implement Qualcomm IoT Systems for OneScreen Smart Warehouse
October 25, 2021
To implement a smart warehouse for OneScreen, Zyter is using Internet of Things-as-a-service offerings from Qualcomm to take data out of silos and help manage robots and other devices.
Special Focus Issue
Logistics Reaches New Levels With Robotics
October 22, 2021
As the demand for efficiency and human augmentation continues to rise in logistics, learn about the latest technologies and best practices for adding robots or expanding their use.
Webinar: Robots Provide Scalability for Seasonal Demand
October 22, 2021
Recording: November 17, 2021 at 2:00 EST
Expert panelists in this "Hot Seat" will discuss how robotics and automation can help retailers and supply chains find a "new normal" in the face of accelerated demand.
Amazon Opens New Robotics Manufacturing Facility in Massachusetts
October 22, 2021
Amazon.com has added a manufacturing facility in Westborough, Mass., to its Amazon Robotics headquarters in North Reading, Mass., saying that it will create jobs as well as robots.
NVIDIA Launches Isaac ROS to Provide AI Perception to Robotics Developers
October 21, 2021
NVIDIA said its latest Isaac ROS GEMs can help developers accelerate product development, improve performance, and simplify the addition of functionality into ROS-based applications.
5 Questions With Melonee Wise About New Zebra and Fetch Robots
October 21, 2021
Melonee Wise, founder of Fetch Robotics, which was recently acquired by Zebra Technologies, explains how three new mobile robots and FetchCore software offer value for warehouse picking.
Zebra Technologies Expands Fetch Robotics Portfolio With Fulfillment Optimization
October 21, 2021
Zebra Technologies has rebranded and updated Fetch mobile robots and the FetchCore software to streamline order, batch, case, pallet, and each picking workflows.
HAI Robotics Named ‘Next-Gen Supply Chain Award’ Category Winner
October 21, 2021
HAI Robotics says its award-winning HAIPICK autonomous case-handling system system offers intelligence, efficiency, and flexibility to improve warehouse efficiencies.
Robot Orders in North America for Q2 Increase 67% Year Over Year, Reports A3
October 20, 2021
In the second quarter of 2021, North American manufacturers increased their orders for robotics to new heights as the pandemic made labor shortages more acute, reported A3.
10 Takeaways From A3’s Autonomous Mobile Robot and Logistics Conference
October 20, 2021
From getting started with mobile robots and developing the workforce to mobile manipulation, and interoperability to developing your workforce, the event examined key logistics innovations.
DroneDeploy Announces New Products for Drone, Ground Robot Inspections
October 19, 2021
At its annual DroneDeploy Conference, DroneDeploy announced tools to help automate inspections with drones and ground robots, including 3D annotations and its Walkthrough app.
Techmetics Robotics Announces In-House Mobile Robot Platforms
October 19, 2021
Techmetics Robotics developed a mobile base for service robots, but then the pandemic delayed the opening of its U.S. facilities. It has refocused on healthcare and industrial applications.
HARTING Distribution Center in Germany Showcases Warehouse Automation
October 19, 2021
Korber helped HARTING Logistics integrate automated storage, AGVs, palletizing and depalletizing systems, and RFID technologies in a distribution center that showcases automation.