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Mark Allinson

Dexory signs robotics partnership with giant Saudi company

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Dexory, a provider of AI-powered robotics, and Al Masarat Holding have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to explore opportunities for implementing cutting-edge robotic solutions in logistics and manufacturing within Masarat Mobility Park.

The MOU was signed during the Private Sector Forum, organised by the Public Investment Fund (PIF), highlighting the commitment of both organisations to drive technological advancements in Saudi Arabia’s logistics and manufacturing sectors.

This collaboration aligns with PIF’s broader vision of fostering innovation and digital transformation across key industries. [Read more…] about Dexory signs robotics partnership with giant Saudi company

Alpine A290 makes a remarkable electric debut on the streets of Madrid with Zinédine Zidane

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The Alpine A290, the sporty 5-seater hot-hatch and the brand’s first electric vehicle, is starting to appear on European roads.

Football legend Zinédine Zidane, the Alpine ambassador and sponsor of its equal opportunities programmes, was one of the first to take to the streets of Madrid in his A290 GT Performance.

The first deliveries of the A290 began at the end of December 2024 in France and continue throughout Europe. Alpine A290 was recently voted Car of the Year. [Read more…] about Alpine A290 makes a remarkable electric debut on the streets of Madrid with Zinédine Zidane

Ideko sets a new standard in aerospace composite manufacturing

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Spanish technology centre Ideko says it is pushing the boundaries of innovation to enhance competitiveness and optimize the aerospace industry’s value chain.

Its commitment to progress will be on full display at the upcoming edition of the JEC World international trade fair, held in Paris from March 4 to 6.

As a leading showcase for composite materials, JEC World will serve as the stage for Ideko’s presentation of a fuselage demonstrator for a new hybrid-electric regional aircraft. [Read more…] about Ideko sets a new standard in aerospace composite manufacturing

SICK partners with Universal Robots to deliver safe, seamless collaboration between cobots and humans

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SICK has brought a new safety solution to the market with its End of Arm Safeguard (EOAS) for collaborative robots (cobots). The first of its kind, the EOAS enables closer collaboration between robots and humans.

SICK has partnered with the world’s largest vendor of cobots, Universal Robots, combining SICK’s decades of experience in sensor technology with Universal Robots’ innovative robotics technology for collision-free, reliable and safe human-robot collaboration. Mounted directly onto its arm, the EOAS moves with the cobot for seamless teamwork. [Read more…] about SICK partners with Universal Robots to deliver safe, seamless collaboration between cobots and humans

Opinion: How artificial intelligence redefines automation

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Article contributed by automatica 2025

The adoption of artificial intelligence is an increasingly critical factor for the viability of industrial production.

European companies run a particular risk of getting left behind with regard to this cutting-edge technology – even though all kinds of industrial AI solutions are readily available and implementing them is now easier than ever. The leading exhibition automatica will impressively demonstrate this in June 2025.

A December 2024 survey by the Statista Research Department details just how precarious the situation is. For example, China has the highest prevalence of AI production technology at 94 percent. [Read more…] about Opinion: How artificial intelligence redefines automation

ANYbotics and Chironix partner to expand autonomous inspection in Australia and New Zealand

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ANYbotics expands in Australia and New Zealand by partnering with Chironix as its reseller partner. This collaboration accelerates autonomous robotic inspection in oil and gas, chemical, mining, metals, minerals, and utilities.

Combining ANYbotics’ advanced robots with Chironix’s expertise in robotic inspection, integration, and software intelligence delivers complete end-to-end solutions that enhance efficiency, safety, and reliability in heavy industries.

ANYmal performs automated intelligent inspection tasks in complex industrial environments. [Read more…] about ANYbotics and Chironix partner to expand autonomous inspection in Australia and New Zealand

RoboDK and Enterijer Mesicki ‘transform’ Serbian furniture manufacturing with Fanuc robots

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Furniture manufacturer Enterijer Mesicki has created a cutting-edge robotic solution for automated furniture production using RoboDK software and Fanuc technology. Contributing to the continued growth of Serbian furniture manufacturing, the system enhances precision in applications of milling and sanding.

Enterijer Mesicki, an established Serbian furniture manufacturer with over 30 years of industry expertise, has developed a new robotic cell for aggregate processing and milling.

The Eastern European furniture market, with its long tradition of artisanal woodworking, is currently undergoing a wave of modernization. Many manufacturers are looking for ways to incorporate advanced technology, without compromising the high-quality craftsmanship that is a hallmark of the region’s furniture. [Read more…] about RoboDK and Enterijer Mesicki ‘transform’ Serbian furniture manufacturing with Fanuc robots

Boehli drives snack production to 31 daily tonnes with two automated storage systems from Mecalux

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The intralogistics group Mecalux has installed two automated storage and retrieval systems (AS/RS) at the headquarters of Boehli, a leading brand in the European snack market, to boost its daily output to 31 tonnes.

Its Gundershoffen, France plant, opened in 2000, operates seven production lines supplying snacks – mainly pretzels and breadsticks – to over 22 countries.

Raphael Wurtz, plant manager at Boehli, says: “Automation enables us to manage and dispatch an average of 360 pallets per day.” [Read more…] about Boehli drives snack production to 31 daily tonnes with two automated storage systems from Mecalux

Danobat launches ‘most precise robot on the market’

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The machine tool manufacturer Danobat has entered the industrial robotics sector with the launch of the DMTR range, a development which the company says “redefines industry standards”.

Danobat says the new machine – which it describes as the ‘most precise robot on the market” – sets a new benchmark in accuracy and efficiency, combining the flexibility of a robot with the stability and precision of a machine tool.

The DMTR range achieves three times the pose accuracy compared to other solutions, and obtains exceptional levels of pose repeatability in critical operations such as drilling, riveting and tapping. [Read more…] about Danobat launches ‘most precise robot on the market’

Lab0 emerges from stealth mode to unveil ‘humanoid-inspired’ automated warehouse system

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Lab0, a startup promising “cutting-edge robotics and automation”, has officially emerged from stealth mode, introducing RoboGlide, which is described as “the first industrial humanoid-inspired system designed for fully automated inbound warehouse operations”.

With over two years of development under the radar, Lab0’s technology integrates multiple stages of warehouse logistics – from shipping container unloading to product identification, damage detection, weighing, sorting, palletizing, and wrapping – into a unified, scalable, flexible, and modular system.

This system is already deployed at one of the world’s top 10 single price-point small box retailers, showcasing its ability to address complex logistics challenges with unprecedented efficiency and speed. [Read more…] about Lab0 emerges from stealth mode to unveil ‘humanoid-inspired’ automated warehouse system