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Industry group proposes plan to increase automation in logistics facilities

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The warehousing and storage industry faces growing demand to deliver goods across the country as consumers purchase more goods online.

To address the productivity crunch and improve workers’ well-being, policymakers should establish measures to support robotic automation in logistics facilities, according to a new report from the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation, the leading think tank for science and technology policy.

Morgan Stevens, a research assistant at ITIF who wrote the report, says: “Firms need to adopt robotics to help workers accomplish more per hour and stay safe while doing so. [Read more…] about Industry group proposes plan to increase automation in logistics facilities

Google’s Intrinsic and Siemens collaborate on AI-based robotics and automation

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Intrinsic, an Alphabet/Google company, and Siemens have teamed up to explore integrations and interfaces between Intrinsic’s robotics software, which is designed for easy use of AI-based capabilities, and Siemens Digital Industries with their open and interoperable portfolio for automating and operating industrial production.

Intrinsic has a world-class team of robotics and AI experts with a strong footprint in advanced perception, machine learning and reinforcement learning.

Siemens’ automation engineers and software developers have industry-leading domain know-how in automation technology in the industrial space. [Read more…] about Google’s Intrinsic and Siemens collaborate on AI-based robotics and automation

Yaskawa’s robotics training academy cultivates automation skills in South Africa

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By Leon Coetzer, training officer at Yaskawa South Africa

Robotics is an ever-growing industry, and South African manufacturers are increasingly adopting automation into their production processes to remain competitive.

Yaskawa’s long-standing training academy offers its customers, as well as individuals looking to enter the industry, the opportunity to learn and upskill in various in-demand positions, including programming, operations, maintenance, safety, and robot troubleshooting.

Leon Coetzer, training officer at Yaskawa, says: “At the Yaskawa Southern Africa Training Academy, we offer a variety of courses and training programs designed to meet the needs of different skill levels, from beginner to advanced. [Read more…] about Yaskawa’s robotics training academy cultivates automation skills in South Africa

ATI Industrial Automation introduces new robotic angle grinder

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ATI Industrial Automation has introduced the CGV-900 Compliant Angle Grinder to provide an automated alternative to grinding and finishing by hand. The company says the tool brings “versatility to robotic grinding processes while reducing employee safety concerns”.

The CGV-900 offers built-in compliance, allowing the unit to compensate for irregularities in part surfaces and maintain contact with a workpiece.

The compliance force is adjustable, enabling users to fine-tune their finishing processes in real time. The CGV-900 also provides position sensing data to help indicate media wear. [Read more…] about ATI Industrial Automation introduces new robotic angle grinder

PickNik Robotics secures two new NASA contracts

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PickNik Robotics, a leading provider of advanced robotic solutions, is pleased to announce its success in securing two Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) contracts with NASA.

These prestigious contracts highlight PickNik Robotics’ continued expertise in developing cutting-edge technologies for autonomous robotic manipulation, utilization, and maintenance, as well as integrated mission planning and execution for space operations.

The first SBIR award focuses on a groundbreaking project titled “A Framework for Failure Management and Recovery for Remote Autonomous Task Planning and Execution”. [Read more…] about PickNik Robotics secures two new NASA contracts

Chicago area landscaping company deploys its first autonomous mowing robots this season

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Sebert Landscape, a commercial landscape contractor serving Chicagoland and Southeastern Wisconsin, is among the first landscaping companies in the US to add the new RC Mowers Autonomous Mowing Robots to its fleet of lawncare equipment.

Jeff Sebert, founder and CEO of the Bartlett, Illinois-based landscaping company Sebert, says: “I’m so proud to be one of the first companies to deploy this new technology.

“Our business model has always seen to it that we remain on the cutting edge of sustainability, innovation and green technology. This self-driving mower will fit right in with our goal of taking a lean operational approach to landscaping. [Read more…] about Chicago area landscaping company deploys its first autonomous mowing robots this season

Potential Future Uses for Robotics in the Healthcare World

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The robotics industry is thriving and we’re seeing new applications of robots or robotics technology across sectors throughout the world. Some of these sectors are using robotics for the first time, but others have been using it for a while.

Take the healthcare industry, for example. Robotics have been used here for special applications such as surgeries over the last few years.

But, as technology develops, what are some of the potential future uses we could see in the coming years or decades? [Read more…] about Potential Future Uses for Robotics in the Healthcare World

Embracing Technology and Robotics for Enhanced Mental Health and Addiction Recovery

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In recent years, the gradual integration of technology and robotics into various aspects of our lives has showcased the potential to revolutionize how we approach challenges.

From helping professional athletes in their training programs to supporting vital surgical procedures, robotics is becoming an indispensable assistant in countless sectors.

One of the areas where the impact of robotics and technology is increasingly being recognized is mental health and addiction recovery. [Read more…] about Embracing Technology and Robotics for Enhanced Mental Health and Addiction Recovery

8 Best Sites to Buy Instagram Followers in 2023

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Instagram is such an incredible and incomparable platform that people from all across the globe prefer it over other platforms.

Over the recent years, the Buy Instagram Followers strategy has become amazingly popular for boosting visibility, credibility, exposure, and engagement. Expanding your online presence via this strategy has plenty of benefits, which in turn results in growing your business effectively.

Buying Instagram Followers is not a challenging task; however, looking for the reliable service providers or websites to buy them is tricky. To make things relatively simpler for you, we have gathered here a list of reliable and reputed sellers. Let us have a look at them one by one. [Read more…] about 8 Best Sites to Buy Instagram Followers in 2023

Boost Your Business Operations With These 5 Battery Intelligence Software Tips

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Is there anything more frustrating than being out and about and realising your phone has no battery?

Well, for businesses that rely on batteries at the very core of their operation, charging issues are a lot more problematic than this!

The likes of original equipment manufacturers and fleet operators know how they manage battery life and performance can significantly impact their success. [Read more…] about Boost Your Business Operations With These 5 Battery Intelligence Software Tips