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Pudu Robotics launches new robots for heavy-payload industrial work

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Pudu Robotics, a provider of service robotics, has launched its PUDU T600 Series, a next-generation lineup of industrial delivery robots purpose-built for high-payload, autonomous goods handling in complex industrial environments.

Following the success of the PUDU T300, which addressed mid-load transport needs, the T600 Series marks Pudu’s expansion into heavy-payload logistics and end-to-end automation.

It is designed to help manufacturers respond to growing demands for throughput, labor flexibility, and adaptive intralogistics – especially in fast-changing production and warehouse settings. [Read more…] about Pudu Robotics launches new robots for heavy-payload industrial work

Exclusive interview with Locus Robotics: ‘Born in the digital age’

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With more than 15,000 autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) deployed globally, Locus Robotics has become one of the leading players in warehouse automation.

The company’s cloud-native LocusONE platform is designed to orchestrate entire fleets and workflows, enabling customers to adapt quickly to fluctuating demand and increasingly complex fulfilment networks.

In this exclusive Q&A, Denis Niezgoda, chief commercial officer, international at Locus Robotics, discusses the lessons learned from scaling automation across diverse markets, the benefits of Robots-as-a-Service (RaaS), and how the company is preparing for the next generation of intelligent, orchestrated warehouse operations. [Read more…] about Exclusive interview with Locus Robotics: ‘Born in the digital age’

Anscer Robotics launches new autonomous mobile robot to replace manual cart movement in factories

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Anscer Robotics has launched its LBR500, a purpose-built autonomous mobile robot addressing a key industry challenge of the manual movement of carts, racks, and trolleys.

Available now and already being deployed in factories across the electronics, plastics, and automotive supply chains, the LBR500 is a compact, omnidirectional AMR engineered for ultimate cart compatibility and factory floor flexibility.

Mark Messina, CEO of Anscer Americas, says: “Material movement may not always grab headlines, but it’s the silent drain on factory efficiency. [Read more…] about Anscer Robotics launches new autonomous mobile robot to replace manual cart movement in factories

Seegrid supports VDA5050 to enable interoperability for modern industrial automation environments

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Seegrid, a manufacturer of autonomous mobile robot (AMR) solutions for palletized material handling, says it is actively progressing its VDA5050 support – marking a major step forward in interoperability and system integration for industrial automation.

With foundational capabilities already rolling out in 2025, the company is on track for full VDA5050 compliance in 2026.

VDA5050 is an open interface standard developed by Germany’s VDA (Automotive Industry Association) and VDMA (Mechanical Engineering Industry Association) to promote seamless communication between AMRs and fleet management systems, regardless of manufacturer. [Read more…] about Seegrid supports VDA5050 to enable interoperability for modern industrial automation environments

Prime Vision robots optimize K-Parts order picking for motorbike spares

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Robots are giving growing e-commerce businesses the opportunity to sort orders in a highly efficient and scalable manner.

This is certainly the case for K-Parts, a large online supplier of scooter, moped, motorbike and bicycle parts, which is using Prime Vision robots to accelerate its warehouse logistics at Harderwijk in the Netherlands.

Working together with K-Parts staff and an automatic storage and retrieval system (ASRS), robots have optimized the sorting process and powered future growth. [Read more…] about Prime Vision robots optimize K-Parts order picking for motorbike spares

Exotec expands in Spain through projects with six new customers

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Exotec by Dexter, a specialist in intralogistics automation using scalable robotics, has significantly expanded its portfolio in Spain, implementing its Skypod system in warehouses at six large national and international companies in 2025.

Spain is one of the fastest-growing European markets in warehouse automation, with logistics investments rising by 11.2 percent in 2024.

The country’s most dynamic sectors, including health, fashion, editorial distribution and veterinary medicine, are already relying on Exotec’s technology to transform their operations. [Read more…] about Exotec expands in Spain through projects with six new customers

Continental unveils ‘ultracompact transport robot’

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Continental has developed an ultracompact transport robot that transports stacked small load containers (SLCs) of up to 300 kg fully automatically.

The NXS 300 ensures immediately deployable automation: no infrastructure modifications to existing floor-roller tracks are needed, and thanks to native VDA 5050 integration, the NXS 300 plugs seamlessly into existing AMR fleets. It delivers top speeds of up to two m/s and safe omnidirectional movement thanks to its 360-degree view.

The NXS 300 comes in two versions: the base version with a 600 mm fork length for classic 400 x 600 mm SLCs on carts and the extended version with an 800 mm fork length for half-pallets to effectively double the capacity per trip. [Read more…] about Continental unveils ‘ultracompact transport robot’

ABB introduces most compact, AI-powered AMR for payloads up to 1500 kg

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ABB says it is “extending its leadership in AI-powered autonomous mobile robotics” with the launch of the Flexley Mover P603 platform AMR, the most compact model in its class to handle payloads of up to 1500 kg.

Designed to boost intralogistics efficiency, the P603 combines compact design with AI-driven Visual SLAM navigation and the latest version of AMR Studio software that maximizes flexibility by enabling different modules to be integrated into the AMR.

Marc Segura, president, ABB Robotics, says: “Our Autonomous Mobile Robots combine 3D vision with autonomous path planning to give our customers an unprecedented offering: robots that see, sense, and think. [Read more…] about ABB introduces most compact, AI-powered AMR for payloads up to 1500 kg

Seegrid AMRs surpass 17 million autonomous miles driven in customer facilities

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Seegrid, a manufacturer of autonomous mobile robot (AMR) solutions for palletized material handling, announced a major company milestone: its AMRs have surpassed 17 million autonomous miles driven in production at customer sites.

This achievement validates Seegrid’s commitment to delivering safe, scalable autonomous solutions that work – day in and day out – for some of the world’s largest and most demanding manufacturers, distributors, and e-commerce providers.

David Griffin, chief sales officer at Seegrid, says: “Our autonomous mobile robots don’t just drive – they deliver. [Read more…] about Seegrid AMRs surpass 17 million autonomous miles driven in customer facilities

Exclusive interview with Anscer Robotics: ‘Our priority is to deliver return on investment’

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In the dynamic world of automation, Anscer Robotics – an autonomous mobile robot solutions provider – is making significant strides, particularly with its expansion into the Americas.

So Robotics and Automation News decided to interview Mark Messina, managing director and CEO of Anscer Robotics Americas, to discuss the company’s vision, solutions, and strategic approach to transforming the manufacturing, logistics, and 3PL industries.

Messina, a veteran in the robotics space with a rich background from his time at Kiva Systems (now Amazon Robotics), Geek+, and Addverb, shares his insights on leading Anscer’s charge into the US market. [Read more…] about Exclusive interview with Anscer Robotics: ‘Our priority is to deliver return on investment’