FedEx’s Aaron Prather will review the opportunities for robotics in the logistics sector, including circumstances that lead to deployment failures.
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SESTO Robotics launches Magnus bi-directional AMR
Singapore-based SESTO Robotics launched a bi-directional mobile robot called SESTO Magnus that carries loads up to 300kg.
Kuecker now distributing Geek+ AMRs
Kuecker Logistics Group, a material handling systems integrator, will provide Geek+’s autonomous mobile robots to customers in North America.
How to avoid the hidden costs of AMRs
Autonomous mobile robots can increase the productivity and reduce the cost of warehouse automation operations. While the costs of AMRs continue to drop, even as their capabilities increase, there are often hidden, and sizable, costs associated with their deployment. Here’s what to look for, and how to mitigate their impact.
Q&A: AHS, Waypoint Robotics discuss mobile robot systems integration pact
Waypoint Robotics and AHS have announced a systems integration and distribution agreement for Waypoint’s Vector and MAV3K autonomous mobile robots and supporting products.
GreyOrange Ranger GTP mobile robot receives new UL certification
The GreyOrange Ranger GTP mobile robot is the first to be UL Certified to UL 3100, Second Edition for use in commercial and industrial environments.
Balloon One partners with Locus Robotics to deploy mobile robots in the U.K.
Locus Robotics has partnered with Balloon One and Körber to extend its autonomous mobile robot and software offerings through the U.K.
Productive Analytics enables OB7 cobot users to monitor status in real time
Productive Analytics is currently available for free to users of Productive Robotics’ OB7 cobot and is designed to help monitor jobs such as machine tending.
Doosan Robotics debuts 6 cobot arms
Doosan Robotics today unveiled six collaborative robot arms, consisting of four models in the A Series and two models in the H Series.
HD-1500 autonomous mobile robot from Omron adds 1,500 kg payload option
Omron Automation Americas has launched the heavy-duty HD-1500 autonomous mobile robot, with a 1,500 kg payload capacity, soon after it launched the LD-250 robot.
Fetch Robotics launches SmartGuardUV disinfection AMR
The SmartGuardUV disinfection robot combines Fetch Robotics’ mobile robot, PURO’s broad-spectrum UV lamp, and Piedmont National’s cloud-based management.
How cobots & lean integrators are bringing automations to SMEs
The rapid proliferation of cobots have resulted in the emergence of a new class of ‘lean’ integrators adapted to the needs of SMEs who wish to automate.
Universal Robots launching America’s largest virtual cobot expo
The Cobot Expo from Universal Robots will feature a range of cobot news and demos, including 30 booths, insightful keynotes, interactive Q&As and live chats with experts.
ARM Institute wins funding to develop cobots for COVID-19 testing
ARM will receive more than $600,000 to automate part of the COVID-19 testing process, which is limited by the number of technicians in the U.S.
Søren E. Nielsen named new president of MiR; CEO Thomas Visti to depart
Mobile Industrial Robots has named Søren E. Nielsen as its new president, and the onetime chief technology officer will bring business continuity as the autonomous mobile robot contends with the COVID-19 pandemic and global growth.
Daniela Rus, MIT CSAIL director, named to Vecna Robotics board of directors
Vecna Robotics has added noted MIT AI researcher Daniela Rus to its board of directors, shortly after appointing an executive to lead its autonomy division.
Kivnon offers to swap AGVs and AMRs for newer ones in mobile robot upgrade
Kivnon is offering a 40% discount for trade-ins of automated guided vehicles or autonomous mobile robots of any brand for its own AGVs or AMRs.
Gripper maker Soft Robotics announces changes in company leadership
End-of-arm tooling maker Soft Robotics has announced the appointment of a new executive chairman and a new chief operating officer, as well as the departure of its CEO.
How robots are succeeding — and failing — in the world of logistics
FedEx’s Aaron Prather will review the opportunities for robotics in the logistics sector, including circumstances that lead to deployment failures.
AutoGuide opens mobile robot testing facility in Mass.
AutoGuide Mobile Robots’ new testing faciliy enables potential customers to remotely watch its high-payload mobile robots operate in a live environment.
The Robot Report Podcast spotlights robotics innovators, industry leaders
The Robot Report, a sibling site to Collaborative Robotics Trends, has launched The Robot Report Podcast, featuring leading robotics technology and business innovators.
OnRobot Screwdriver launches for leading cobots
OnRobot is looking to help manufacturers automate a variety of screwdriving processes. The RBR50 company introduced its OnRobot Screwdriver end-of-arm tool that handles a variety of screws.
