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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

Doosan robot central to coffee machine deal with Everysys

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Doosan Robotics, a manufacturer of industrial and collaborative robotics, has announced an exclusive partnership with Everysys, a Swiss manufacturer of commercial coffee machines. 

The Eversys Cameo coffee machine will now be featured in “Dr Presso”, Doosan’s robot café module, which could be described as a robotic work cell.

Dr Presso can prepare 15 types of hot and cold coffee, now with the same in-cup quality found in specialized franchises. Doosan says Dr Presso is “the only robot on the market that can close the caps on coffee cups”. [Read more…] about Doosan robot central to coffee machine deal with Everysys

Blendid takes its robotic smoothie kiosks into athletic clubs with the Bay Club

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Blendid, a robotic food service solutions leader, is expanding into the athletic club industry. The Bay Club Company, which operates 22 active lifestyle clubs along the West Coast, will open Blendid kiosks at two of its California locations this spring.

Marissa Lucas, senior VP of brand marketing at the Bay Club, says: “Our Bay Club community is dedicated to their health and wellness, and we strive to deliver innovative solutions to support the demands of their full, active lifestyles—all in one place.

“We are designed with amenities that focus on four main quadrants – fitness, sports, family, and hospitality, and this partnership expands our ability to support our members within our hospitality and overall healthy dining offerings. [Read more…] about Blendid takes its robotic smoothie kiosks into athletic clubs with the Bay Club

RoboUP launches ‘the most intelligent and precise robotic lawn mower ever created’

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RoboUP has launched what it describes as “the most intelligent and precise robot lawn mower ever created” – one that delivers “the perfect lawn” with a hands-free experience.

Using cutting edge technology, AI intelligent design, and convenient app control, RoboUP revolutionizes lawn care for busy people. Now, maintaining a beautiful and healthy lawn is automatic and effortless.

RoboUP is available now on Kickstarter: https://bit.ly/3XsGe0P [Read more…] about RoboUP launches ‘the most intelligent and precise robotic lawn mower ever created’

Florida university opens Blendid robotic smoothie kiosk

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Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) has opened an autonomous robotic smoothie kiosk from Blendid, a robotic food service solutions company.

Antoinette Biffar, FGCU, says: “There is no denying the current robotics evolution in the food service industry, and we are thrilled to work with Blendid to give FGCU students access to these innovative, proven food service solutions.

“Today’s college students crave more meal service offerings, especially when it comes to fresh, nutritious options they can order easily from their phone and grab on-the-go. We are looking forward to seeing how our campus community embraces the new kiosk.” [Read more…] about Florida university opens Blendid robotic smoothie kiosk

Stiga launches ‘world’s smartest’ autonomous lawn mower

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Stiga, a European manufacturer and distributor of garden machinery and equipment, has launched its Stiga A1500 Autonomous Robot Mower.

Stiga claims it is the “world’s smartest” autonomous law mower and the very first mower that combines RTK GPS with Stiga’s patented Active Guidance System (AGS) technology for a robust signal that runs sustainably, without stoppages and which delivers “faultless mowing accuracy”.

Launched recently, the Stiga Autonomous Robot Mower has been created by Stiga’s engineers to revolutionise lawn care with a completely intelligent, consistently-smooth, sustainable mowing system. [Read more…] about Stiga launches ‘world’s smartest’ autonomous lawn mower

Bear Robotics launches ‘ultimate’ hospitality robot

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Bear Robotics, a Silicon Valley-based innovator of hospitality robots, announces the launch of its new robot, Servi Plus, a service industry game-changer featuring increased capacity, enhanced user experience features, and the smoothest suspension engineering in the industry for transporting liquids and traversing ramps. 

With an expanded 88 lb (40 kg) payload and a 16+ dish capacity, Servi Plus is the heavy-duty answer to hospitality workflow automation.

The latest addition to Bear Robotics’ renowned Servi lineup, Servi Plus is a bigger solution for alleviating repetitive work like running orders and bussing dishes so that team members may stay on the floor and focus on creating exceptional guest experiences.  [Read more…] about Bear Robotics launches ‘ultimate’ hospitality robot

Bear Robotics unveils new service robot for hospitality industry

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Bear Robotics is launching Servi, which it describes as “an innovative new robot set to revolutionise the food service industry”.

Servi is designed to help hospitality and care home businesses, assisting staff by utilizing AI and autonomous robot technology to serve drinks and food and clear tables.

This, in turn, allows waiting staff and care home employees to focus on spending quality time and delivering outstanding service to customers and patients. [Read more…] about Bear Robotics unveils new service robot for hospitality industry

EEVE says its robot remains unchallenged by Chinese imitator

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A Belgian robotics startup called EEVE says a Chinese company has been trying to copy its little helper robot but has so far failed to replicate its quality.

EEVE has built a robot it calls Willow (main picture), which mows the lawn, shreds and collects leaves, and can also be utilised as a security guard at night.

EEVE says it “continues to lead the way” in the world of robotics with this “ground-breaking vision-only robot”. [Read more…] about EEVE says its robot remains unchallenged by Chinese imitator