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Comau enters into a binding agreement to acquire Automha

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Comau has signed a binding agreement for the acquisition of Automha, an Italian company operating in the warehousing and intralogistics automation industry, owned by Trasma.

The closing of the transaction is subject to the satisfaction of customary conditions precedent in transactions of this type, including necessary regulatory approvals, and is expected to occur in the second quarter of 2025.

Under the terms of the agreement Comau will acquire 100 percent of Automha shares, paving the way for new opportunities within the rapidly growing warehousing and logistics sector and establishing a further step toward the creation of a forward-focused Italian industrial automation hub able to innovate and compete in multiple markets. [Read more…] about Comau enters into a binding agreement to acquire Automha

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

Top 30 industrial robotics companies in 2025

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The industrial robotics landscape in 2025 has evolved significantly since our 2018 overview. With over 4.2 million robots operating globally, the industry has seen a surge in installations, particularly in Asia, which accounts for 70 percent of new deployments.

This growth is driven by advancements in artificial intelligence, the emergence of humanoid robots, and increased automation across various sectors.​ [Read more…] about Top 30 industrial robotics companies in 2025

General Motors and Nvidia partner to develop ‘next-generation’ vehicle manufacturing

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General Motors and Nvidia are collaborating on next-generation vehicles, factories and robots using AI, simulation and accelerated computing.

The companies will work together to build custom AI systems using Nvidia accelerated compute platforms, including Nvidia Omniverse with Nvidia Cosmos, to train AI manufacturing models for optimizing GM’s factory planning and robotics.

GM will also use Nvidia Drive AGX for in-vehicle hardware for future advanced driver-assistance systems and in-cabin enhanced safety driving experiences. [Read more…] about General Motors and Nvidia partner to develop ‘next-generation’ vehicle manufacturing

Delta integrates ‘advanced cognitive capabilities’ into its collaborative robots

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Delta, a diverse electronics company which also makes collaborative robots, has unveiled its innovative Cognibot Kit at Hannover Messe 2025.

This cutting-edge add-on equips Delta’s D-Bot series collaborative robots (cobots) with advanced cognitive capabilities, such as voice command, 3D machine vision, multimodal Artificial Intelligence (AI) interaction, and more, significantly enhancing their performance, flexibility, and safety in industrial environments.

Michael Mayer-Rosa, senior director, industrial automation business group Delta Electronics EMEA and Global head of intelligent robot systems, Delta Electronics, says: “Through integration with leading digital-twin platform technology, we have bridged the gap between our D-Bot series cobots and the field of AI, essentially enhancing our cobots’ ‘brain’. [Read more…] about Delta integrates ‘advanced cognitive capabilities’ into its collaborative robots

Epson signs Bertelkamp Automation as a partner

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Epson Robots has selected Bertelkamp Automation (BAI), a distributor of industrial automation solutions, has joined as an AutomateFirst Gold Partner.

With over 140 years of combined engineering expertise, BAI will leverage Epson’s advanced robotic technology to provide manufacturers across various industries with comprehensive automation solutions, including application and mechanical design, controls engineering, installation support, frame construction, and system assembly.

Bert Bertelkamp, president and owner of BAI, says: “We’re committed to delivering innovative factory automation solutions, and partnering with industry leaders like Epson allows us to offer our customers innovative technology and exceptional support. [Read more…] about Epson signs Bertelkamp Automation as a partner

Dyna Robotics raises $23.5 million to commercialize embodied AI with ‘low-cost robots’

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Dyna Robotics has closed a $23.5 million seed round, co-led by CRV and First Round Capital. The startup says to was to “bring embodied AI into the real world with cost-effective, easy to deploy robots for businesses of all sizes”.

Dyna’s robots master one task at a time, starting with tasks like folding and food preparation that can be done using an affordable pair of stationary robotic arms.

This allows embodied AI models to learn and improve in production environments as the company works toward the ultimate goal of achieving general-purpose embodied AI. [Read more…] about Dyna Robotics raises $23.5 million to commercialize embodied AI with ‘low-cost robots’

Vention unveils AI-powered bin picking system to ‘transform robots into reliable, autonomous operators’

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Vention, the provider of a software and hardware automation platform, will debut its AI-driven bin-picking technology at Nvidia GTC, an artificial intelligence (AI) conference for developers, held recently in San Jose, California, in the US.

This new AI-driven process eliminates complex and expensive custom solutions that require programming – simplifying adoption of this in-demand automation solution. Vention is slated to commercialize its AI-driven bin-picking technology later this year.

During a live demonstration, an ABB GoFa CRB 15000 robot – equipped with vision, finger grippers, and connected to a Vention MachineMotion AI controller – will demonstrate its autonomous capabilities. [Read more…] about Vention unveils AI-powered bin picking system to ‘transform robots into reliable, autonomous operators’

Flexiv Robotics expands operations in Singapore

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Flexiv, a developer of general-purpose robotics solutions, is expanding its operations in Singapore, which the company describes as a “key market” because the country is “committed to adopting cutting-edge technology to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and improve productivity”.

According to the latest International Federation of Robotics data, Singapore boasts a robot density of 730 to 770 robots per 10,000 employees making it second only to South Korea.

Despite Singapore’s relatively small manufacturing workforce, this exceptionally high ratio underscores the nation’s rapid adoption of industrial robotics and its commitment to automation. [Read more…] about Flexiv Robotics expands operations in Singapore

Dassault Systèmes and Kuka partner to boost robotics and automation efficiency

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Dassault Systèmes has launched a partnership with the global industrial automation and robotics company Kuka to provide manufacturing industries with comprehensive solutions that meet growing demands in robotics and automation.

Under the terms of the agreement, Dassault Systèmes is joining mosaixx, Kuka’s digital ecosystem for industrial software solutions, offering Kuka customers an easy way to purchase and use Dassault Systèmes’ 3DExperience platform and applications.

By expanding customer access to virtual twin technology and enhanced collaboration capabilities, Dassault Systèmes and Kuka with its newly founded segment Kuka Digital can unlock opportunities for companies to drive the development of more efficient and adaptable solutions that transform their operations. [Read more…] about Dassault Systèmes and Kuka partner to boost robotics and automation efficiency