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Vecna Robotics raises additional $14.5 million and appoints new CEO

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Vecna Robotics, a specialist in robotic material handling, has raised $14.5 million in additional funding from existing investors.

Proceeds of the funding round are earmarked to accelerate technology and product enhancements to address the automation needs of operators in automotive, general manufacturing, and high-volume warehousing.

Vecna has also appointed Karl Iagnemma as its new CEO. Iagnemma is a robotics expert and entrepreneur with a distinguished career blending academic research and industry leadership. [Read more…] about Vecna Robotics raises additional $14.5 million and appoints new CEO

AutoStore and Bastian Solutions expand automated fulfillment at Puma facility

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AutoStore and systems integrator Bastian Solutions have once again partnered with global sports brand Puma.

The three companies jointly aannounced an expansion of their strategic collaboration by implementing the AutoStore system at a new distribution center in Phoenix, Arizona.

With this new facility, Puma aims to increase daily order fulfillment from 100,000 to 200,000, enhancing speed, efficiency, and accuracy across the entire retail supply chain. [Read more…] about AutoStore and Bastian Solutions expand automated fulfillment at Puma facility

Cyngn reaches agreement to sell ‘multiple’ DriveMod Tuggers to major automotive supplier

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Cyngn says it has received a signed Letter of Intent (LOI) from “a major automotive supplier to sell and deploy multiple DriveMod Tuggers in early 2025”.

This achievement demonstrates Cyngn’s continued traction with its Enterprise Autonomy Suite automation solutions for heavy manufacturing industries. Just last week, Cyngn announced a new contract with a different automotive manufacturing customer.

The automotive supplier – who remains unnamed due to confidentiality – will utilize the DriveMod Tuggers to streamline intra-facility logistics. The global automotive supplier has several similar distribution facilities as well as manufacturing facilities in North America alone. [Read more…] about Cyngn reaches agreement to sell ‘multiple’ DriveMod Tuggers to major automotive supplier

Exotec installs 37 robots to process first orders at Auchan Luxembourg warehouse

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Auchan has become the first retailer in Luxembourg to use Exotec’s Skypod system in its Dudelange warehouse.

To protect their leading position in Luxembourg, Auchan Retail Luxembourg has partnered with Exotec, an innovative developer and manufacturer of robotic systems for warehouse automation in 2023.

Retailers continue to ramp up their investments in automated warehouse systems year on year. According to Grand View Research, these will reach as much as $51.12 billion (£39.295 billion) by 2030. [Read more…] about Exotec installs 37 robots to process first orders at Auchan Luxembourg warehouse

MiR releases new software to improve scalability and cybersecurity for its autonomous mobile robots

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Autonomous mobile robot maker Mobile Industrial Robots (MiR) has launched MiR Fleet Enterprise – a scalable, flexible and secure fleet management software platform. This new software is designed to optimize overall material handling workflows to boost productivity.

MiR Fleet Enterprise solidifies MiR’s position as the “one-stop shop” for internal logistics and material handling.

While MiR has consistently provided robust software, this latest release enhances its ability to deliver a full solution for advanced AMR hardware, sophisticated capabilities such as traffic management, and streamlined deployment processes, addressing the complex needs of enterprise-level customers seeking end-to-end solutions. [Read more…] about MiR releases new software to improve scalability and cybersecurity for its autonomous mobile robots

THG Fulfil installs Geek+ robots to ‘boost warehouse efficiency’

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THG Fulfil, THG Ingenuity’s fulfilment and courier management service, has enhanced its warehouse automation capabilities with the addition of a fleet of Geek+ Goods-To-Person robots at its Omega facility in Warrington.

The addition of Geek+ to its repertoire will enable THG Fulfil to improve warehouse performance, enabling faster delivery times and higher customer retention as artificial intelligence (AI) and automation technologies drive significant advancements in warehouse efficiency.

The expansion enables THG Fulfil to support palletised items of any size through its automation solutions, pushing 95 percent of all units sold through a form of automation within its fulfilment journey. [Read more…] about THG Fulfil installs Geek+ robots to ‘boost warehouse efficiency’

Cyngn unveils new 12,000 lb-capacity tugger for warehouses

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Cyngn has unveiled its first complete build of its next-generation 12,000 lb DriveMod Tugger.

The vehicle construction was successfully completed and demonstrated at the facility of its OEM partner, Motrec International.

This key milestone achieves the previously announced upgrade that increases towing capacity from 6,000 lb to 12,000 lb and marks a step forward for integrating Cyngn’s proprietary DriveMod technology with Motrec’s MT-160 tow tractor at scale. [Read more…] about Cyngn unveils new 12,000 lb-capacity tugger for warehouses

The future of industrial mobility and autonomy, according to Cyngn

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In this article, Cyngn – a specialist developer and installer of autonomous mobile robot fleets and systems – explores how industrial mobility advancements are transforming operations, boosting efficiency, safety, and scalability across industries.

The industrial landscape is undergoing a significant transformation with the rise of digital technologies. One of the key drivers of this shift is industrial mobility, a concept that is changing how factories and manufacturing processes operate.

At its core, industrial mobility involves the use of advanced technology to streamline operations, improve efficiency, and enable greater autonomy on the factory floor.

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Toyota makes strategic investment in Gideon

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Toyota Industries Corporation (TICO), which includes Toyota Material Handling Group and Toyota Automated Logistics Group, and Gideon, have signed an investment agreement with immediate effect.

The technology company Gideon develops and offers technologies for autonomous mobile robotics (AMR) behaviour and application stack for automating specific processes in warehouse and manufacturing environments.

For TICO, this strategic partnership and investment creates possibilities to simplify automated vehicle systems through standardization, reduced deployment times and increasing flexibility, adaptability and scalability.

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Gessmann launches new autonomous mobile robot

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Gessmann says its new autonomous GESSbot Gb 350 “sets new standards” in intralogistics by optimising production processes through advanced automation. This autonomous mobile robot takes over human tasks, ensuring faster and more precise operations.

Gessmann prioritises not only the seamless integration of machines, production lines, and storage systems but also the smooth interaction between people and machines.

Automated Guided Vehicles are versatile in intralogistics, but these systems often rely on physically marked routes. The GESSbot Gb 350 stands out as it requires neither magnetic tracks nor complex environmental adaptations.

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