Special Focus Issue
Robots enable more efficient reverse logistics
February 28, 2024
This edition of the Robotics 24/7 Special Focus Issue takes aim at how robots can optimize reverse logistics processes and expedite returns for retail organizations.
Kawasaki Robotics partners with Olis Robotics to offer remote monitoring, control of its industrial robots
February 26, 2024
Kawasaki Robotics and Olis Robotics partnered to enable Olis' remote error recovery software on Kawasaki's robotic fleet.
MODEX 2024: OSARO to debut robot arm for mixed case depalletization
February 23, 2024
Piece-picking robot provider OSARO said its new skid-mounted depalletization robot arm equipped with machine vision and AI provides flexible deployment options.
How cobots have gained a foothold in reverse logistics operations
February 21, 2024
Cobots can play a major role in optimizing reverse logistics processes in warehouses, but organizations need to carefully identify their spots in warehouses.
Plus One Robotics reaches 1 billion picks across robot fleet
February 16, 2024
Plus One Robotics, led by its PickOne AI-powered vision software and Yonder remote supervisor service, eclipsed the 1 billion pick mark across its robot fleet.
MODEX 2024: Yaskawa to demonstrate cobot arms and robotic parcel induction
February 16, 2024
Robot manufacturer Yaskawa Motoman will evaluate application requirements for visitors at its MODEX 2024 booth, also demonstrating GP12, HC30PL, and HC10 robot arms.
Berkshire Grey’s systems handle hard-to-sort returns
February 14, 2024
Berkshire Grey VP and Fellow Chris Geyer discussed the unique requirements of loose-item sortation, handling poly bags, and increasing job satisfaction in reverse-logistics operations.
Anyware Robotics unveils truck-unloading robot arm
February 7, 2024
Following multiple pilot deployments, Anyware said its Pixmo case-handling robot arm for truck and container unloading will be made commercially available later in 2024.
Manifest 2024: Ocado Group announces deal to provide fulfillment technology to McKesson Canada
February 6, 2024
Ocado Group secured a deal with healthcare provider McKesson Canada to deploy its Ocado Intelligent Automation automated fulfillment technology at a distribution site.
Manifest 2024: Dexterity and GXO to pilot AI-enabled robots in warehouse
February 6, 2024
GXO Logistics, Inc. recently announced it is partnering with Dexterity to pilot human-like robots for depalletizing, labeling, and repalletizing packages.
Micropsi, Fraunhofer open lab to study AI-based machine vision use cases
February 6, 2024
Micropsi will demonstrate its MIRAI machine vision system at ATX West from February 6-9. U.S. companies are invited to submit use cases to a new application lab.
Virtual Incision’s spaceMIRA surgical robot to test long-range remote capability on ISS
January 31, 2024
Virtual Incision sent its spaceMIRA surgical robot to the ISS to test long-range remote capabilities on surgical devices in hopes of greater utilization on Earth in under-served communities.
Skyline Robotics granted patent from Japan for robotic window-cleaning platform
January 17, 2024
Skyline Robotics obtained a patent from Japan related to the automation of work and using robotic arms on a building's façade.
Special Focus Issue
Cobots Democratize Automation
December 14, 2023
This month's Robotics 24/7 looks at cobots that can safely and effectively work alongside humans have found particular success in high-mix, low-volume applications like machine tending, piece picking and welding.
ABB Expands SCARA Robot Portfolio
December 6, 2023
IRB 930 is aimed at fast point-to-point tasks that demand high payloads and large work areas.
Improve Your Pipetting Process With Automation
December 5, 2023
Pipetting is a highly technical skill, requiring precision and repetition over potentially long periods of time. Without the proper training & execution — along with steady hands and a healthy dose of...
Automated Pipetting Technique
December 5, 2023
The precise dosing of minute liquid volumes in a matter of seconds is crucial to the fields of medicine and natural sciences. As a result, the use of automated pipetting...
Movu Eligo Advances Order Picking
November 27, 2023
New robot picking arm fully automates bin picking, from a single SKU source bin into multiple mixed SKU destination bins, with higher pick accuracy and quality.
Cobots Help Balance Reshoring and Worker Challenges
November 16, 2023
The dual-armed cobots are helping aluminum component supplier reduce assembly time, increase productivity, and increase flexibility.
Dallas Manufacturing Sector to See at Cowboys Stadium How Robots Can Mitigate Labor Shortages
November 3, 2023
Olympus Controls plans to show at the Waves of Innovation event how manufacturers can benefit from robotics with workforce optimization and increased productivity.
