FedEx Bets on Automation as it Prepares to Fend Off Uber and Amazon
February 6, 2017
The shipping giant is investing in autonomous trucks, and is interested in delivery robots and an Alexa app.
New report highlights the opportunities and risks in the ongoing digital transformation
December 19, 2016
IDC releases predictions that suggest manufacturers slow to adapt will not survive, but leaders will also face a new set of challenges.
System Report: Whirlpool puts mobile robots to work
November 8, 2016
In Whirlpool Corp.'s Clyde, Ohio, factory, mobile robots have automated the delivery of parts to the line. The result is a more consistent, efficient and safer operation.
Automated material handling equipment market is expected to reach $44.68 billion by 2022
August 30, 2016
Market for automated guided vehicles expected to grow at the highest CAGR between 2016 and 2022.
3 Tech Trends Shaping the Future of Global Logistics
August 25, 2016
Advanced logistics technologies will create a faster, cheaper and more sustainable circulation of goods.
Report forecasts growth in automated truck loading systems
August 24, 2016
Report highlights key factors influencing the growth of the ATLS market.
Yaskawa and Clearpath partner to develop mobile manipulation solution
April 28, 2016
Solution to be introduced in the United States at the International Manufacturing Technology Show, September 12-17, 2016.
Boston Dynamics Robots Include 3D-Printed Components
March 9, 2016
Boston Dynamics had incorporated additive manufacturing into the construction of its new ATLAS robot.
Clearpath Introduces Self-Driving Warehouse Robot
October 2, 2015
Canadian robotics manufacturer releases new warehouse robot with GE Ventures as strategic investor and GE as first customer.
Stand-Alone Automated Equipment
September 27, 2015
Remote monitoring services aren't just for big, integrated installations anymore; these applications are emerging in subcomponents all around the warehouse/DC.
Fetch Robotics Unveils Robotics System for Logistics
April 29, 2015
The robots are designed to work autonomously alongside workers, performing repetitive tasks such as warehouse delivery, pick and pack, and more.
Improving Manufacturing Product Quality with Flexible Automation and Software
March 24, 2015
Manufacturers can improve quality using flexible automation by improving sanitation, safety & inspection while speeding production, reducing bad parts and increasing consistency.
Yaskawa Motoman announces partnerships with university teams for the Amazon Picking Challenge
February 5, 2015
Dual-arm robots donated to advance development of robot capabilities in e-commerce and material handling.
Robotics: Adding degrees of freedom
May 1, 2014
Whether upstream, downstream or elbow-to-elbow, robots and humans are working together to overcome challenges in warehouses and distribution centers.
A3 to address Congressional Robotics Caucus on how robots save and create jobs
July 22, 2013
Association for Advancing Automation president Jeff Burnstein to speak at July 25 briefing.
RoboBusiness Leadership Summit: Future of robotics unveiled
December 1, 2012
Suppliers, end-users and researchers have identified warehousing, distribution and manufacturing as the most promising growth areas for robotic applications.
Robotic layer picker increases safety, quality and productivity
July 1, 2012
Nestlé turns to an integrated robotic layer picking solution to transform workplace safety and significantly improved the productivity of mixed case palletizing.
How automation improves warehousing and materials handling
June 1, 2012
More companies are looking to materials handling automation to improve processes, streamline shipping operations, and lower supply chain operating costs. We asked 10 leading systems integrators what the future of automation...
Adept Technology applies open source ROS software
February 15, 2012
Adept Technology, a leading provider of intelligent robots and autonomous mobile solutions, today announced a collaboration with Willow Garage to deliver solutions for manufacturing and industrial applications harnessing the strength...
Automated storage plugs into productivity
December 1, 2011
Online electronics retailer upgrades its DC with automated storage system to keep up with increase in sales.
