Konica Minolta’s Innovation Team Releases Voice-Enabled Robotic Programming Platform for Cobts
May 8, 2023
With the commercial launch of Konica Minolta's new CoboVox, cobot customers can now direct their robots using voice commands.
Productive Robotics to Highlight Cobots, Vision System, and ‘No Code’ Programming at Automate 2023
May 8, 2023
Productive Robotics is the latest cobot maker to announce that it will be showcasing at A3's Automate show later this month in Detroit.
6 River Systems Handoff a Sign for Mobile Robot Vendors to Demonstrate Value, Say Analysts
May 8, 2023
6 River Systems, which reportedly experienced layoffs around its sale from Shopify to Ocado, is an example of mobile robot suppliers striving to survive current challenges, said investors and analysts.
Planiform ASRS for Garments Boosts Throughput by Factor of 10
May 7, 2023
Planiform has developed automated storage and retrieval systems with Beckhoff to allow industrial laundry services to combine facilities for replenishment and e-commerce.
Cardinal Health Brings Locus Robots to Quebec Distribution Center to Help Pick Items
May 6, 2023
Cardinal Health is using 27 Locus mobile robots at its distribution facility to help increase throughput and worker safety.
ASTM International Gives Roger Bostelman Award of Merit for Volunteer Work in Exoskeleton Standards Development
May 5, 2023
ASTM International has given Dr. Roger Bostelman its highest honor in recognition of his productivity and leadership in advancing standards for exoskeletons and industrial robotics.
ARM Institute Announces Federal Funding For MakerSpaces in the Southwestern Pennsylvania Region
May 5, 2023
The ARM Institute said the makerspaces provide regional manufacturers and entrepreneurs with access to equipment, knowledge, and other resources.
Investors Outline Capital Considerations for Robotics Startups at Cascadia Connect
May 5, 2023
At Cascadia Capital's second annual event in Pittsburgh, venture capital experts discussed what robotics and AI companies should do to demonstrate vision, value, and resilience.
THIRA Robotics to Show Second Generation Mobile Robot for Healthcare, Supply Chain at Automate
May 5, 2023
THIRA Robotics has launched its autonomous mobile robots, which include features for safety and data privacy, for the U.S. healthcare, automotive, and supply chain markets.
ROEQ Debuts Cart System for OMRON LD-90x Mobile Robot Supporting Payloads Up to 130 kg
May 4, 2023
ROEQ said its new TMC130 system will increase payload capacity for OMRON's LD-90x autonomous mobile robots and will debut at Automate 2023.
Ocado to Acquire Fulfilment Robotics Provider 6 River Systems From Shopify
May 4, 2023
Ocado Group said it plans to acquire collaborative mobile robot provider 6 River Systems from Shopify, which is also selling its logistics unit, as the e-commerce industry shifts.
PF3, Award Winning AGV From Stäubli Robotics, to Have North American Premiere at Automate
May 4, 2023
The PF3 automated guided vehicle from Staubli Robotics, which won a Red Dot Design Award for Best Smart Product, will be on display with the company's product portfolio in Detroit.
OTTO Motors Adds Support for VDA 5050 Mobile Robot Interoperability Standard
May 3, 2023
OTTO Motors announced that its fleet will work with the VDA 5050 interoperability standard and other mobile robots and that it has made its connector open-source.
Universal Robots Announces Partnership With Global Technology Integrator Denali
May 2, 2023
Universal Robots said Denali Advanced Integration is now its largest Certified Solution Partner, bringing its collaborative robots to large enterprises worldwide.
ASTM Committee F45 on Robotics Completes Spring Meetings, Announces New Work Items and Focus Areas
May 1, 2023
ASTM International's F45 Committee on Robotics, Automation, and Autonomous Systems recently met to discuss standards efforts around mobile and legged robots, educational carts, and grasping.
ABB Releases New AI Powered Robotic Item Picker for Faster Fulfillment
May 1, 2023
ABB Robotics has launched a new robotic picking system that it said will make order fulfillment in unstructured warehouses faster and more efficient.
CapSen Robotics Officially Launches CapSen PiC Software for Robotic Bin Picking With 3D Vision
May 1, 2023
CapSen Robotics plans to demonstrate its CapSen PiC system, which combines vision and motion control software for bin picking, with partners DENSO and Calvary Robotics at Automate 2023.
Kassow Robots Offers KR1805 Seven-Axis Cobot to North American Manufacturers
May 1, 2023
Kassow Robots plans to show its KR1805 collaborative robot, which offers a long reach and moderate payload capacity for industrial applications, at Automate 2023.
BlueBotics and ProLog Automation Partner to Drive AGV Adoption in Germany
May 1, 2023
BlueBotics, whose Autonomous Navigation Technology is designed for automated guided vehicles, is working with integrator ProLog Automation to help German companies adopt robotics.
WMS, WCS, WES: A Quick Guide to Systems for Managing Warehousing Operations
April 30, 2023
WMS, or a warehouse management system, is just one option for improving warehouse operations by managing existing processes as well as automation. Here are more to consider.
