Pittsburgh Robotics Network Names Jenny Sharpe as Senior Program Manager of Workforce Development
July 26, 2023
The Pittsburgh Robotics Network plans to build more bridges between workforce development organizations, technology entrepreneurs, and the community with Sharpe's leadership.
Special Focus Issue
Tools to Manage Robot Fleets
July 26, 2023
As fleets of mobile robots grow, so does the need to manage them -- and the other equipment, software, and people in a facility. This Special Focus Issue looks at...
Karter Launches Three Autonomous Mobile Robots With Fast Charging
July 26, 2023
Karter is using BlueBotics' Autonomous Navigation Technology in three new products, including flexible mobile robots and automated lift trucks for pallet handling.
Collaborative Robotics Raises $30M Series A, Launches New Cobot Flywheel Program
July 26, 2023
Collaborative Robotics plans to begin manufacturing and field trials of its cobots. The startup also plans to drive operational transformation with partners such as the Mayo Clinic.
Locus Robotics Breaks Ground for New Global Headquarters in Wilmington, Mass.
July 26, 2023
Locus Robotics said its new headquarters, which it expects to open early next year, will consolidate operations, showcase its technologies to customers, and help retain talent.
Symbotic and SoftBank Group Establish GreenBox, Warehouse as a Service Joint Venture
July 25, 2023
Symbotic has contracted for about $7.5 billion in warehouse automation and software to be sold as a service by GreenBox over the course of the six-year contract.
ForwardX Robotics Releases Flex 60-T Mobile Robot for Cage Trolley Docking and Towing
July 25, 2023
ForwardX said its Flex 60-T autonomous mobile robot is the first one for docking and towing cage trolleys, which are used in warehouses, factories, and other environments.
Put Walls an Opportunity to Add Innovation to the Warehouse
July 25, 2023
Put walls are an opportunity to add the latest automation and AI to improve warehouse efficiency and meet e-commerce demand, noted several suppliers and users.
GXO Logistics Appoints Adrian Stoch as Chief Automation Officer
July 25, 2023
GXO Logistics, which said it has deployed a record amount of operational technology, has created the role of chief automation officer to lead strategy for automation and AI.
Jet Automation Partners with Omron to Develop Cobot Palletizing System
July 24, 2023
Jet Automation, which provides services for industrial automation and controls, has joined Omron's Certified Systems Integrator program to develop and service robots.
Autonomous Lift Trucks Find a Road to Success With Hyster, Yale
July 24, 2023
Autonomous lift trucks and mobile robots can improve flexibility and agility for warehouses and manufacturers seeking to modernize. Hyster and Yale explain how.
Aurora Innovation Raises $820M to Put Autonomous Trucks on the Road
July 24, 2023
Aurora Innovation said it is on schedule with its product roadmap as it develops Aurora Horizon for autonomous freight transportation and Aurora Connect for ride hailing.
Eyewear Industry Streamlines Customer Experience Through Robotics and AI
July 23, 2023
The eyewear industry is adopting automation to meet market demand, from 3D printing for personalized production and robotic fulfillment to AI and AR for e-commerce.
Noble Deploys AutoStore System to Modernize Plumbing Industry Customer Experience
July 22, 2023
Noble worked with Dematic to implement what it said is the first AutoStore warehouse automation in Ontario's trade support of plumbing, HVAC, and fire protection in Ontario.
euroTECH Partners With Cobot Lift for Exclusive Distribution in Germany
July 21, 2023
euroTECH, which provides vacuum systems, has partnered with companies such as Cobot Lift to add capabilities and automate new applications such as moving bagged goods.
Ati Motors Obtains $10.85M in Series A Funding for Industrial Robots
July 21, 2023
Ati Motors, which announced its new Sherpa Tug v4, raised funding to continue developing and deploying mobile robots for multiple industries and markets worldwide.
NEURA Robotics Raises $55M to Drive International Expansion for Cognitive Robots
July 20, 2023
NEURA Robotics has raised more than $130 million to date as it develops "cognitive" collaborative, mobile, and humanoid robots plus a platform for partners and developers.
SKA Custom Robots and Machines Collaborates With PickNik on Field Robotics Development
July 20, 2023
SKA, which has engineered medical, mining, and inspection robots, is teaming up with PickNik, which develops software for robotic manipulation across domains.
Cyngn Partners With Motrec to Launch Fleet of AI Powered, Electric Autonomous Tuggers
July 19, 2023
Cyngn is integrating its DriveMod system for autonomous driving with Motrec's heavy-duty MT-160 tuggers for materials handling in complex commercial and industrial environments.
Mobile Robots Are Helping Elevate the E-Commerce Economy
July 19, 2023
Interest in mobile robots continues to grow in educational, industrial, and retail settings as payloads increase, sensors improve, and software becomes more refined.
