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Simbe expands store intelligence solution to support large format retail environments

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Simbe, a provider of retail store robotics and automation solutions, has launched what it says is “the industry’s first intelligence platform for large format retail environments”.

After a successful launch with BJ’s Wholesale Club, Simbe is now making its Store Intelligence solution available to the wider market.

Simbe’s solution works throughout the store environment, including packaged goods, meat, dairy, frozen, beauty, alcohol, and more. [Read more…] about Simbe expands store intelligence solution to support large format retail environments

Richtech Robotics unveils advanced AI and ‘human-like’ capabilities for robot bartender

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Richtech Robotics, a Nevada-based company and a provider of AI-driven service robots, revealed “advanced AI capabilities” for its robotic solution ADAM at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2024 held in Las Vegas earlier this month.

Richtech Robotics believes these advancements will revolutionize ADAM’s capabilities beyond its role as a robot bartender, barista, or boba tea maker, enabling it to engage in sophisticated conversations with customers and emulate human actions with exceptional accuracy.

By analyzing and adapting to human-like motions, ADAM will become more interactive, accurately predicting and catering to customers’ needs with improved precision. [Read more…] about Richtech Robotics unveils advanced AI and ‘human-like’ capabilities for robot bartender

Badger Technologies and Stop & Shop stores upgrade Marty the robot

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Badger Technologies, a product division of Jabil and provider of robots for retail automation, has teamed up with Stop & Shop, an Ahold Delhaize USA company, to expand its use of Marty the Robot at more than 300 Stop & Shop stores throughout the Northeast.

The robot now conducts product checks to help ensure greater on-shelf availability for customers by alerting store associates when items need re-stocking.

In addition to flagging out-of-stocks, this smarter version of Marty detects misplaced items while continuing the usual task of spotting potential floor hazards and spills. [Read more…] about Badger Technologies and Stop & Shop stores upgrade Marty the robot

Brain Corp launches ‘Site Maps’ to advance automated robotic operations and fleet management

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Brain Corp, an artificial intelligence (AI) company creating transformative core technology in robotics, has released “Site Maps”, the latest feature of its BrainOS software for autonomous robots. The update is available to all its customers.

The Site Maps feature empowers facility managers using BrainOS-powered automated robots to gain advanced insights into their site operations, ensuring efficient operations and providing a complete picture of proof-of-work.

One of the major challenges faced by facilities managers is the difficulty in knowing what work has been completed and what has not. [Read more…] about Brain Corp launches ‘Site Maps’ to advance automated robotic operations and fleet management

McCoy’s Building Supply brings in Badger robots to help operate stores

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Badger Technologies, a product division of Jabil and specialist in retail automation, is rolling out in-store robots at McCoy’s Building Supply to elevate operational efficiencies and bolster customer-service excellence following a successful robotics pilot.

As a result, Badger Technologies multipurpose, autonomous robots empower McCoy’s stores to detect out-of-stock (OOS) and incorrectly priced products with more than 95 per cent accuracy while helping to decrease OOS products by up to 50 per cent. McCoy’s also improved price-tag accuracy by more than 97 per cent.

Based in San Marcos, Texas, McCoy’s Building Supply is one of the nation’s largest, privately held building supply retailers with 85 stores throughout Texas, New Mexico, and Oklahoma. [Read more…] about McCoy’s Building Supply brings in Badger robots to help operate stores

Ottonomy secures investment for its delivery robot from Rome airport

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Aeroporti di Roma Ventures (ADR Ventures), which is the new Corporate Venture Capital arm of Aeroporti di Roma, has made an “initial venture investment” with Ottonomy, a startup providing contactless deliveries using fully autonomous robots.

After a successful proof of concept (PoC) established during the accelerator program in the Innovation Hub in Fiumicino airport, the autonomous delivery project became part of ADR’s long-term strategy aimed at maintaining the highest levels of service and enhancing passengers’ experience using cutting edge technology and innovation.

Emanuele Calà, president and CEO of ADR Ventures, says: “Our first investment is an additional step towards building the airport of the future, which will be more autonomous and passenger-centric. [Read more…] about Ottonomy secures investment for its delivery robot from Rome airport

LionsBot launches ‘world’s first Zero Click cleaning robots’

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LionsBot International, which says its cleaning robots are in operation in more than 30 countries, has unveiled three new products – the R3 Vac, R3 Scrub Pro and the MagicTag.

The company says the new products “revolutionise autonomous professional cleaning”. Both the R3 Vac and R3 Scrub Pro are professional-grade vacuuming and scrubbing robots respectively, while the MagicTag enables both LionsBots to become “Zero Click” and very easy to use.

Currently, there is a global shortage of professional cleaners. However, most professional cleaning robots still require users to undergo extensive training before using the robot. Coupled with the high turnover rate experienced in the cleaning industry, this is not practical. [Read more…] about LionsBot launches ‘world’s first Zero Click cleaning robots’

What Makes Robot Vacuums A Must-Have Home Appliance?

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A robot vacuum is a convenient smart cleaning device that saves you a lot of time. While some might argue that it’s more of a luxury rather than a necessity, there are certain features that make robot vacuums a must-have for your home.

These features are things that you simply won’t get with a traditional vacuum.

Apart from the obvious convenience that comes from automating the cleaning process, robot vacuums offer excellent versatility, integration with smart homes, and pet-friendly features. [Read more…] about What Makes Robot Vacuums A Must-Have Home Appliance?

LG to showcase new restaurant waiter robot at industry event

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LG Business Solutions USA will debut the new innovative LG CLOi ServeBot (model LDLTR30) restaurant-focused service robot at the National Restaurant Association Show 2023 in Chicago May 20-23.

Restauranteurs visiting the LG booth #6875 will be able to learn about a number of major enhancements that make the LG CLOi ServeBot even more powerful and reliable, while also getting their first look at the new 27-inch LG Kiosk for self-service ordering and new 21.5-inch outdoor display for order confirmation at drive-throughs.

According to Jeff Weiland, LG’s B2B Robotics US team leader, the upgraded CLOi ServeBot makes it even easier for restaurant owners to improve staff efficiency, safely deliver large amounts of food and dishes at once and provide patrons a futuristic experience that encourages repeat visits and word-of-mouth promotion via social media. [Read more…] about LG to showcase new restaurant waiter robot at industry event

Avidbots releases first floorscrubbing robot built for industrial spaces

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Avidbots, a robotics company, has launched its first cleaning robot, Neo 2W, describing it as having been “designed specifically for warehouses and manufacturing environments to improve cleaning quality, efficiency and productivity”.

Warehouses and factories present unique and challenging environments for robots, given floor debris, dynamic activity, and frequent layout changes.

In collaboration with industrial customers, Avidbots developed Neo 2W to alleviate common issues, resulting in a more consistent clean with less downtime and unnecessary human intervention. [Read more…] about Avidbots releases first floorscrubbing robot built for industrial spaces

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