A3 announces call for 2019 Automate Launch Pad Startup Competition
January 16, 2019
Entrepreneurs vie for $10,000 cash award, spotlight at the April 8-11 Automate show and conference.
Konecranes Adopts IoT technology Using Siemens’ Digital Innovation Platform
January 11, 2019
The company has increased collaboration between simulation, test and engineering organizations to reduce the use of physical prototypes by leveraging a digital twin through Siemens' IoT integrated with PLM technology.
Velodyne Lidar Presented new Technology for Autonomy and Driver Assistance at CES 2019
January 11, 2019
Velodyne introduces wide field of view short-range sensor and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS).
Mixing AI with Human Intelligence in Industrial Revolution
January 10, 2019
AI is a tool humans can use to design better products.
Year in Review: Top materials handling news in 2018
January 2, 2019
In a healthy but fiercely competitive landscape, technology continues to play a pivotal role in the ongoing digital transformation of supply chains big and small.
Giving Machines the Sense of Touch
January 1, 2019
It's important to remember that the sensor is still in the early stages of development, yet the technology represents a step closer to giving robots, prosthetics and electronic devices the...
Mcity Adds Augmented Reality to Driverless Car Testing Roadmap
December 27, 2018
Researchers make the case for a hybrid autonomous vehicle test process that combines simulated vehicles and traffic scenarios with real-world test drives.
Bill Bastian Sr. to retire after more than 63 years in the material handling industry
December 20, 2018
Bastian took over operations of what was then called Stark Company before purchasing the business in 1962.
RightHand Robotics Picking Up Where Amazon’s Kiva Systems Left Off
December 19, 2018
RightHand Robotics, a Somerville, Mass-based company founded in 2014 by Leif Jentoft and Yaro Tenzer, closed a $23 million Series B round for its RightPick robotic piece-picking technology.
Balyo announces 10-year renewal of contract with Hyster-Yale Group
December 19, 2018
Announcement coincides with market launch in Europe of the Hyster-Yale Driven by Balyo™ robotic lift trucks.
RightHand Robotics raises $23M in Series B funding
December 19, 2018
RHR intends to use the funds to expand business and technical teams and broaden its suite of product applications in support of the company's growing customer base.
Honeywell and Fetch Robotics Deliver Autonomous Mobile Robots to DCs
December 19, 2018
Expands smart robotics portfolio to help warehousing operations fulfill growing e-commerce orders more efficiently.
Printing Glucose Sensors Results in Less Cost, Pain
December 18, 2018
Researchers at Washington State University have found a way to produce flexible glucose sensors using 3D printing via direct ink writing.
3D Printing Showcased at Ford’s Advanced Manufacturing Center
December 18, 2018
The Advanced Manufacturing Center includes 23 3D printers and is working with 10 different 3D manufacturing companies on a variety of projects using different types of materials.
Metal Additive Manufacturing Simulation Suite Launched
December 12, 2018
Software said to enable continuous workflows from quick manufacturability assessment to in-depth material quality investigations.
5G Resources: CAD and Simulation in the Era of Supercharged Networks
December 11, 2018
Cloud CAD vendor Onshape and simulation software maker ANSYS discuss the impact of 5G on design engineering.
3PLs are getting into the innovation game
December 10, 2018
Once slow to adopt automation, 3PLs are now leading the way.
Google’s Parent Company Alphabet Will Begin ‘Wing’ Aerial Drone Deliveries in Finland
December 6, 2018
Wing, the Alphabet-owned drone delivery startup, has announced that it will launch a free 10-minute trial distribution service starting in spring 2019 in Finland.
5 Things to Know About NextGen Supply Chain Technology & Innovation
December 5, 2018
In its 2018 Annual Industry Report, MHI advises companies to “think big, but start small” when implementing new technology tools and systems.
How Humans and Robots Will Work Side-by-Side in the Supply Chain
December 5, 2018
Humans and robots can work in harmony to create a safer, more efficient working world, here's what that world might look like.
