Sarcos Technology and Robotics Corp. Hones Robots, Exoskeletons With Humans in the Loop
August 5, 2022
Sarcos Technology and Robotics Corp. began developing systems for the defense industry and has been growing quickly to augment human strength and productivity while maintaining safety.
Ally Robotics Files Provisional Patent for Its Modular Robotic Arm
August 4, 2022
The Flippy 2 by Miso Robotics is using Ally Robotics' modular robotic arm.
Berkshire Grey and FedEx Expand Partnership for Automating Global Package Handling
August 2, 2022
FedEx and Berkshire Grey plan to develop new package sortation systems, streamline procurement, and allow future stock purchases as they continue to drive operational efficiencies.
ABB joins Berkshire Grey’s Technology Alliance Program to Deliver AI Enabled Warehouse Robots
August 1, 2022
Berkshire Grey announced that ABB has joined its Technology Alliance Program, joining other businesses distributing and supporting warehouse robots and AI.
Robotics Can Play a Key Role in Plastic Injection Molding
July 31, 2022
Robotics can provide efficiencies and data in injection-molding processes for plastics manufacturers. Automation can help with insert molding, packaging, and labeling.
5 Interesting Ice Cream Robot Makers to Follow
July 30, 2022
As we enter into the third month of summer, here are some robot makers designing systems to serve up ice cream and more.
FANUC America Again Expands Michigan Campus to Accommodate Automation Demand
July 29, 2022
FANUC America said its expanded campus in Auburn Hills, Mich., will include robotics production, research, and training facilities, with a total of nearly 2 million sq. ft.
6 Robotics Firms Make List of ‘Top 50 Most Promising Private Advanced Manufacturing Companies’
July 28, 2022
Advanced manufacturing includes AI and robots for tasks ranging from materials movement to welding. CB Insights recognized six companies for their commercial and fundraising success.
ABB Launches Five-Axis Delta Robot for Lightweight Product Picking, Packing and Re-orientation
July 27, 2022
The new delta robot was designed to serve industries involved with food and beverage, pharmaceuticals and consumer goods.
EndFlex Offers New Delta Robotic Pick & Place Cell for 3PLs
July 27, 2022
EndFlex's new delta robot modular pick and place system was brought on to help top load packages and bags.
MiR and Modula Bring Autonomous Storage, Picking, and Material Handling System to U.S. Warehouses
July 26, 2022
Mobile Industrial Robots and Modula have combined their autonomous mobile robots and modular storage systems, respectively, for configurable materials handling in Europe and the U.S.
Special Focus Issue
Precision and Automation in Manufacturing
July 25, 2022
In this Special Focus Issue, learn how robot precision is improving with advances in perception, software, and controls, leading to new applications in manufacturing and other industries.
Are Robots at Their Upper Limit for Adoption and Deployment?
July 24, 2022
Robot arms with multiple degrees of freedom are useful for tasks such as machine tending, but how can vendors encourage wider adoption? Specialization, says one consultant.
Chipotle Cultivate Next Fund Invests in Hyphen, Developer of Makeline Kitchen Robotics
July 22, 2022
Chipotle's $50 million Cultivate Next venture fund has invested in its first cohort of companies, including Hyphen, whose Makeline automation assembles digital restaurant orders.
Select Love’s Travel Stops to Add Jamba by Blendid Robotic Smoothie Kiosks
July 21, 2022
The gas station chain said it is excited to bring the automated smoothie making machines to a number of its stores, piloting it first in Williams, Calif.
What is a Pick and Place Robot? Uses and Types
July 20, 2022
From retail to food and beverage, industries throughout the globe have started using pick and place robots to improve their supply chains and help their ROIs.
Outrider Releases Next-Generation Kit for Scaling Distribution Yard Automation
July 19, 2022
Outrider, which has worked with NVIDIA, Ouster, Yaskawa, and Orange EV technology, has released its latest autonomy kit for growing fleets of electric yard trucks in logistics operations.
GITAI to Demonstrate Robot Arms Outside International Space Station Airlock
July 17, 2022
GITAI, which received recognition from the Japan-U.S. Innovation Awards, plans to demonstrate its autonomous dual-arm robot outside the Bishop Airlock with partner Nanoracks.
Why 2022 Is Ideal for Embracing Change and New Ideas In Manufacturing
July 16, 2022
From the effects of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic to the heighted interest in building more sustainable supply chains, 2022 continues to be a interesting for manufacturing, automation, and Industry 4.0.
COMAU Unveils New Six-Axis Robot Arm for Sensitive Environments
July 15, 2022
Comau is the latest robot maker to design a robot arm to be used in cleanrooms and other areas outside of typical manufacturing facilities.