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Mark Allinson

ForwardX Robotics opens advanced ‘self-production facility’ in China

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ForwardX Robotics, a provider of autonomous mobile robots for warehouses, claims it is now “one of the few” robotics companies with full self-production capabilities after the company opened a new facility in Wuhu, Anhui, in China.

The factory manages the entire process – from assembly to testing – entirely in-house, underscoring ForwardX’s commitment to “self-sufficient production”, and highlighting its “dedication to delivering world-class robotics solutions”.

ForwardX’s factory was built in 2022, spans 10,000 square meters across two expansive buildings, featuring multiple production lines that cover the entire manufacturing process. [Read more…] about ForwardX Robotics opens advanced ‘self-production facility’ in China

How Load Placement Affects Handling and Fuel Efficiency While Towing

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When you’re towing a trailer, the way you distribute the load can make a significant difference in your vehicle’s handling and fuel efficiency.

At Andersen Hitches, we believe that understanding these factors can help you make smarter decisions on the road, ensuring a safer and more efficient towing experience.

In this blog, we’ll explore how load placement can impact your vehicle’s stability, handling, and even your fuel consumption — and how choosing a Stable Towing Solution can make all the difference. [Read more…] about How Load Placement Affects Handling and Fuel Efficiency While Towing

Enhancing Robotics with Remote Desktop Interfaces: A Leap Towards Future Automation

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The history of robotics is deep-rooted in the goal of developing intelligent machines that can aid humans in diverse environments and tasks.

The rise of robotics as a multidisciplinary field has encouraged businesses to invest heavily in remote work solutions, enabling smarter operations from afar.

Top-tier companies have been utilizing the right strategies to manage their robotic projects effectively and yield the desired results. [Read more…] about Enhancing Robotics with Remote Desktop Interfaces: A Leap Towards Future Automation

Autonomous truck startup Kodiak to go public

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Autonomous trucking startup Kodiak Robotics is to go public through a merger with Ares Acquisition Corporation II, a special purpose acquisition company affiliated with Ares Management Corporation.

The deal will make Kodiak a publicly listed company under the name Kodiak AI, with shares expected to trade under the ticker symbols KDK and KDK WS, pending regulatory approval.

Founded in 2018 by autonomy pioneer Don Burnette, Kodiak has emerged as a leading player in driverless trucking, developing an AI-powered automated driving system known as the Kodiak Driver. [Read more…] about Autonomous truck startup Kodiak to go public

How trade wars could impact global automation supply chains and robotics companies

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The global robotics and automation industry is deeply interconnected, relying on highly optimized supply chains that span continents.

But as geopolitical tensions rise and trade wars escalate – particularly between the US and China – these supply chains face mounting pressure.

Tariffs, export restrictions, and shifting trade alliances are not only disrupting component flows but also forcing major players in the robotics sector to rethink their manufacturing and sourcing strategies. [Read more…] about How trade wars could impact global automation supply chains and robotics companies

Manufacturing content: Is Trump’s tariffs policy about economic justice?

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President Donald Trump is once again placing American manufacturing at the center of his economic agenda, promising to bring back industrial jobs and rebuild the nation’s productive base. His primary tool for doing so? Tariffs.

These duties on imported goods are designed to make foreign products more expensive, creating space for domestic producers to compete.

The idea is simple: if it costs more to buy a product from China or Germany, then producing it in Ohio or Michigan suddenly makes more economic sense. [Read more…] about Manufacturing content: Is Trump’s tariffs policy about economic justice?

Will Trump’s plan to reshore US manufacturing succeed?

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President Donald Trump’s renewed push to bring manufacturing back to the United States – anchored by sweeping tariffs and nationalist economic policies – has reignited debate over whether such strategies can truly revitalize American industry.

While the administration touts tariffs as a tool to protect domestic jobs and reduce trade deficits, critics argue that the approach is economically disruptive and unlikely to deliver the promised manufacturing renaissance.​ [Read more…] about Will Trump’s plan to reshore US manufacturing succeed?

Trump pauses tariffs for 90 days for most nations, escalates duties on Chinese imports

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In a significant shift in US trade policy, President Donald Trump has declared a 90-day suspension of elevated tariffs on most countries, while concurrently intensifying tariffs on Chinese imports to 125 percent.

This move comes amid global economic uncertainty and mounting pressure from international allies, domestic lawmakers, and financial markets. [Read more…] about Trump pauses tariffs for 90 days for most nations, escalates duties on Chinese imports

Trump grants tariff exemptions for Apple and other tech firms

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President Donald Trump has rolled back some of his most aggressive trade measures by granting tariff exemptions for a range of consumer electronics, offering critical relief to companies such as Apple, Dell, and Nvidia.

In guidance issued late Friday, the US Customs and Border Protection agency confirmed that smartphones, laptops, computer chips, and other electronics would be excluded from the administration’s latest round of reciprocal tariffs targeting China.

The exemptions apply retroactively from April 5 and cover approximately 20 product categories. [Read more…] about Trump grants tariff exemptions for Apple and other tech firms

Dexterity launches dual-armed ‘superhumanoid’ robot

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Dexterity, a developer of robotics and physical AI, has launched what it describes as the world’s first “industrial superhumanoid” robot.

Named Mech, the new platform is designed to tackle strenuous and repetitive tasks in logistics and manufacturing environments – tasks traditionally handled by human workers.

Equipped with two powerful robotic arms mounted on a mobile base, Mech is built to autonomously navigate through warehouse aisles or industrial sites and perform physically demanding operations such as truck loading, palletizing, depalletizing, and order picking. [Read more…] about Dexterity launches dual-armed ‘superhumanoid’ robot