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ABB Identifies New Frontiers for Robotics and AI in 2024

Gary Mintchell

The impetus relates to ABB’s continued expansion into new segments not previously served by robotic automation. AI-enabled mobile robots can transform sectors like discrete manufacturing, logistics and laboratories,” said Segura. Not to mention, ABB is celebrating 50 years of robotics innovation this year.

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Logistics, robotics advances at the heart of improving automation

Control Engineering

In 2019, ProMat was running concurrently with Automate, run by the Association for Advancing Automation (A3), and each side had its own space. ProMat emphasized material handling and logistics; Automate emphasized robotics and automation. This is the way of the future in manufacturing, warehousing and logistics.

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3 ways ABB sees AI driving robotics innovation

Robotics Business Review

From mobile robots to cobots and beyond, AI is giving robots unprecedented levels of speed, accuracy, and payload carrying ability, enabling them to take on more tasks in settings like flexible factories, warehouses, logistics centers and laboratories.

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Manufacturer opens packaging and logistics headquarters

Control Engineering

Robotics insights ABB Robotics’ packaging and logistics headquarters is part of their $22 million investment in the U.S. to bring automation technology closer to customers The Georgia headquarters will support complete range of customer needs, from the development of automated solutions to training and education.

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Supply chain management unlocks manufacturing financial power

Manufacturer's Monthly

The balance between dependable suppliers and cost-effective materials seems to have reached its end for discrete manufacturers. Communication crisis Poor communication with suppliers is not only frustrating but also a logistical minefield.

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Automation upgrades reduce sortation system wiring and lower costs

Control Engineering

Learning Objectives Understand how a sorting company upgraded their automation systems to improve operations. Automation insights NPI, a Texas-based mail sorting design company, worked on emphasizing and shortening the time to a return on investment (ROI) by upgrading its automation systems.

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PUDU T300 marks Pudu’s move from service to industrial robots

Robotics Business Review

The Shenzhen, China-based company said its new robot offers maneuverability, a “map-and-go” feature, and flexible deployment to help manufacturers worldwide. The acceptance of robot deliveries in the industrial sector is higher due to the commonality of automated transportation and manufacturing processes.

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