Robotics Business Review

JANUARY 31, 2025

Source: Universal Robots Economic uncertainty has taken a toll on the robotics industry, including leading vendors. ” Demand for robotics didn’t meet expectations because of the post-COVID slowdown in capital, wars affecting trade and labor, and uncertainty among manufacturers, said Kumar. Teradyne Inc.’s

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Robotics Business Review

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Source: Boston Dynamics Last year, Boston Dynamics made waves in the robotics industry by retiring its hydraulic Atlas and announcing its new, electric Atlas. The show will have more than 50 sessions in tracks on artificial intelligence, design and development, enabling technologies, healthcare, and logistics. Registration is now open.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Image: pikselstock/stock.adobe.com Is your manufacturing business leveraging supply chain management (SCM) effectively? It seems that the balance between dependable suppliers and cost-effective materials has reached its end for discrete manufacturers. In todays dynamic market, SCM is crucial for enhancing efficiency and reducing costs.

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Cisco Industrial Automation

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

I am consistently asked by our customers: How can manufacturers contain customer satisfaction without excessive overstock? How can manufacturers better predict the output of manufacturing? Could there be a link between IT-OT infrastructure and manufacturing visibility and resiliency?

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Manufacturer's Monthly

DECEMBER 8, 2024

This wasnt merely moving machinery; it was a carefully orchestrated symphony of logistics that had been two years in themaking. Ares Group were the transport providers, with Kennedys Trailers who manufactured the trailer in Victoria. The successful delivery doesnt just represent a triumph of planning.

Supply Chain 95

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Robotics Business Review

JANUARY 8, 2025

Source: RoboForce RoboForce on Monday emerged from stealth with $10 million in early-stage funding. RoboForce casts wide net for initial applications The startup’s target industries include solar, space, manufacturing, and mining, sectors the U.S. RoboForce’s RF-04 dual-armed mobile manipulator. The Santa Clara, Calif.-based

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Robotics Business Review

JANUARY 9, 2025

Source: MassRobotics MassRobotics has announced the fourth cohort of its Healthcare Robotics Startup Catalyst Program, marking a record-breaking year with an unprecedented number of applicants. ” OTSAW OTSAW is delivering systems for security, healthcare, and logistics automation. During the program, the Newton, Mass.-based

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Robotics Business Review

DECEMBER 1, 2024

Source: Realtime Robotics. Our Optimization solution is already helping several manufacturing companies to reduce cycle times and improve productivity,” Carlin stated. “With Ville’s expertise, we can evolve to meet additional customer needs and expand its adoption throughout the manufacturing and logistics industries.”

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Robotics Business Review

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Source: Photoneo Photoneo Brightpick Group today announced that it has agreed to Zebra Technologies Corp.s In May, the company expanded its offerings for manufacturers. The founders of Photoneo Brightpick Group, which is separating its vision and robotics units. acquisition of its Photoneo s.r.o.

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Robotics Business Review

DECEMBER 31, 2024

The successful collaboration of robots and labor in the automotive manufacturing industry is instructive and reveals a path forward The perceived labor vs. automation debate is one of a few trends that will dominate the robotics industry in 2025. This model will likely become a roadmap for the logistics sector as it navigates similar changes.

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Robotics Business Review

JANUARY 18, 2025

Powell noted that NVIDIAs efforts now encompass everything from advanced robotics in manufacturing and healthcare to simulation tools like Omniverse that generate photorealistic environments for training and testing. Source: NVIDIA NVIDIAs Cosmos platform emphasizes physics-aware video modeling and sensor data processing.

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Robotics Business Review

DECEMBER 23, 2024

This is exacerbated by the fact that manufacturers carry less and less inventory in an effort to keep costs lean. This has made it a challenge to source parts for physical prototyping especially electric motor and motion systems. In some cases, the delays getting these parts could grind product development to a stand-still.

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Robotics Business Review

FEBRUARY 23, 2025

Source: Agility Robotics As an early investor in Agility Robotics, now one of the world’s leading manufacturers of humanoid robots, I’ve watched as humanoids have evolved from a fascinating concept to reality over the past five years. Think about how humans work in manufacturing environments today.

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Robotics Business Review

APRIL 24, 2024

Magna International will manufacture more delivery robots. Source: Serve Robotics Serve Robotics Inc. Magna is excited to continue collaborating with Serve, leveraging our manufacturing and technical expertise to help fuel Serve’s growth potential,” stated Matteo Del Sorbo, executive vice president for New Mobility globally at Magna.

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Robotics Robotics Manufacturing Artificial Intelligence 118

Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

DECEMBER 10, 2024

By relocating manufacturing closer to key markets, businesses are enhancing flexibility, reducing costs, and strengthening supply chain resilience. Revolutionizing the future of manufacturing, nearshoring is unlocking significant growth across industries, leveraging advanced technologies and agile business models.

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Robotics Business Review

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

Source: Humanoid Humanoid plans for multiple use cases Humanoid said it built its robots with hardware and software stability as core design principles. The robot could enhance automation levels in retail and manufacturing facilities, logistics and fulfillment centers, and warehouses, said Humanoid.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

OCTOBER 27, 2024

However, access to spare parts is a significant challenge for off-grid solar distributors,” said Munro. “The cost of repairs and the logistics in remote areas and last mile locations is also quite challenging.” The post New report on opportunity to extend life of off-grid solar appeared first on Manufacturers' Monthly.

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Robotics Business Review

JANUARY 24, 2024

Source: Adobe Stock The Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing, or ARM, Institute today announced that the continuation of its cooperative agreement with the U.S. Department of Defense’s Manufacturing Technology Program. manufacturing through automation and workforce development through 2028. “We

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Robotics Business Review

MAY 28, 2024

Comau is expanding from automotive manufacturing to logistics applications such as pick and place. Source: Comau If change is constant in technology, even established industrial automation providers must adapt to keep up. Comau has 50 years of experience with manufacturers and employs more than 3,700 people in 13 countries.

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CMTC Manufacturing Tech

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Domestic Infrastructure: The Backbone of Reshoring A critical factor in reshoring success lies in domestic infrastructure, particularly in three key areas: transportation, warehousing , and logistics. Modernizing these facilities means embracing automation and flexible manufacturing strategies.

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Robotics Business Review

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Luxolis’ computer vision technology provides edge and background detection for electronics manufacturing. Source: Luxolis Electronics manufacturing is an example of a sector that requires automation with high levels of precision. Their stated goal was to improve efficiency and safety. ” Register now.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

JUNE 13, 2023

Global Sourcing Services is a leading provider of procurement solutions for Australian manufacturers and businesses. By leveraging its extensive network of suppliers, Global Sourcing Services enables clients to access high-quality products at factory-direct prices, while also providing local Australian support.

Manufacturing 98

Manufacturing Supply Chain Sourcing Logistics 98

Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

The industrial landscape is rapidly transforming, with an ecosystem of digital industry accelerators (DIAs) emerging in response to increasing demands for digital transformation in manufacturing. By processing data closer to its source, companies are reducing latency and advancing smart manufacturing and intelligent transportation.

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Robotics Business Review

MARCH 5, 2025

CaPow’s Power-in-Motion charging system has a double-boost effect, so when a robot moves over the charging antennas, it both powers the robot and charges its energy source. Source: CaPow CaPow Technologies Ltd. today said it has raised $15 million in Series A funding.

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Robotics Business Review

JUNE 20, 2024

Apollo developer Apptronik is working with third-party logistics provider GXO on a proof of concept. Source: GXO Logistics Over the past year, humanoid robots have moved from science fiction to early commercial trials. GXO Logistics Inc. Greenwhich, Conn.-based

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Robotics Business Review

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Source: Ohmnilabs Symbotic has acquired OhmniLabs, a Silicon Valley-based developer of healthcare robotics systems. While Symbotic could pursue healthcare robotics solutions , it certainly would also be interested in OhmniLabs’ in-house manufacturing expertise. OhmniLabs offers UV disinfection robots and telepresence robots.

Robotics 57

Robotics Robotics Logistics Supply Chain 57

Manufacturer's Monthly

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

The expression “supply chain issues” is familiar to all Australians, from the manufacturer whose production line has stalled awaiting parts from an overseas supplier to the housewife walking past empty shelves in her local supermarket. The benefits of thinking outside the traditional manufacturing box can be seen all around the world.

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Robotics Business Review

APRIL 22, 2024

Source: Pudu Robotics Pudu Technology Co. The Shenzhen, China-based company said its new robot offers maneuverability, a “map-and-go” feature, and flexible deployment to help manufacturers worldwide. The PUDU T300 mobile robot dis designed for use in tight aisles with heavy payloads. PUDU T300 moving a box in standard mode.

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Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

MARCH 3, 2025

Innovations like nanotechnology , AI-driven logistics , and eco-friendly materials are replacing traditional methods. Automated procurement and logistics, ensuring cost-effective material sourcing. Improved trust and accountability between manufacturers, suppliers, and customers.

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Robotics Business Review

JUNE 5, 2024

Ubtech says its humanoid robots can be used in industrial manufacturing, exhibition halls, warehousing and logistics, commercial office services, home services, and college and research institutions. The Walker S humanoid will be performing various tasks in the car manufacturing process. m tall (around 5.58

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Robotics Business Review

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Source: Stäubli Sales of professional service robots have increased by 30% worldwide, according to the International Federation of Robotics, or IFR. Top applications are in logistics, hospitality More than one in two professional service robots sold in 2023 were built for transportation and logistics applications, noted the IFR.

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Robotics Business Review

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

The Digit humanoid could work in distribution, retail and e-commerce, manufacturing, and third-party logistics. Source: Agility Robotics Agility Robotics Inc. In June, the company announced a multi-year agreement with GXO Logistics Inc. to deploy the robot in its logistics operations. The Corvallis, Ore.-based

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Robotics Business Review

OCTOBER 25, 2024

Source: Nimble While warehouse automation today is limited to a few functions, improvements in artificial intelligence promise to change that. Paired with the Nimble Cloud Logistics Platform, The San Francisco-based company asserted that its system will result in warehouses that are simpler, more reliable, and easier to install and scale.

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Robotics Business Review

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Source: Quicktron Robotics Quicktron Intelligent Technology Co. “We will continue to drive technological innovation, tailoring our solutions to local customer needs, providing highly customized intelligent solutions, and reinforcing Quicktron’s leading position in the global smart logistics industry.”

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Robotics Business Review

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Source: Pyka Pyka, a developer of electric aviation technology, raised $40 million in Series B funding. Pyka is commercializing autonomous electric aircraft for a variety of applications, including agricultural crop protection, commercial cargo transportation, and defense logistics. The Alameda, Calif.-based

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Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Post pandemic, the supply chain and logistics sector has transformed drastically with the help of digital technology by automating and optimizing the supply chain processes. Recent critical developments in the supply chain and logistics sector include data integration, collaboration, real-time visibility, predictive analytics, and automation.

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NCMS

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

February 12, 2024 NCMS is assisting the Department of Defense in seeking industry partners who have the capability to provide the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) with a way to track (in near real-time) Customer Direct contracts, providing delivery of materiel from a supplier without passing through a government distribution point to evaluate required (..)

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