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Yanmar provides Moët & Chandon with robots for vineyard work

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Yanmar Vineyard Solutions, the viticulture technology subsidiary of Yanmar, is working in partnership with the renowned Champagne House Maison Moët & Chandon.

The partnership focuses on advancing robotic and autonomous solutions in the vineyards by means of the development of the YV01 autonomous vineyard robot, aiming to innovate and improve the efficiency and safety of vineyard work today.

This partnership between Yanmar Vineyard Solutions and Maison Moët & Chandon is an important milestone. It underscores a shared vision for a more productive, safer future in vineyard management, offering sustainability in terroir protection. [Read more…] about Yanmar provides Moët & Chandon with robots for vineyard work

Association for Advancing Automation to hold event for humanoid robots

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The latest technology and application advances for humanoid robots will be the focus of the Humanoid Robot Forum hosted by the Association for Advancing Automation (A3) on Monday, October 7, at the Renasant Convention Center in Memphis, Tennessee.

The new educational conference will be held in conjunction with A3’s successful Autonomous Mobile Robots & Logistics Conference, sponsored by FedEx, on October 8-10, also at the Renasant Convention Center.

The previous Autonomous Mobile Robots & Logistics Conference in Memphis in 2021 attracted over 650 industry leaders. [Read more…] about Association for Advancing Automation to hold event for humanoid robots

Outrider granted 11th US patent for its AI-powered autonomous yard automation system

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Outrider, a developer of autonomous yard operations for logistics hubs, has been issued its latest patent, US Patent No 11,927,676, for the “Systems and Methods for Determining an Articulated Trailer Angle”.

The patent – Outrider’s 11th – covers the critical task of determining where a trailer is with respect to a self-driving tractor, facilitating safe and accurate autonomous trailer movement in all weather conditions.

Andrew Smith, founder and CEO of Outrider, says: “Outrider’s patent portfolio covers the numerous inventions, innovations, and technologies our team developed to re-define the logistics yard. [Read more…] about Outrider granted 11th US patent for its AI-powered autonomous yard automation system

Automation in Car Shipping: Streamlining the Logistics Process

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Automation shapes the car shipping industry like hands shape clay. It pulls in an assortment of tools and processes to perfect the procedure, giving attention to details such as vehicle tracking and data analysis.

What this means is that you get safer and quicker deliveries, but there’s something else too. Think of a world where fuel waste is cut down, paperwork flows lightning fast, and no costly human errors occur during shipping – that’s what automation brings to the table.

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Scrut Automation raises $10 million in growth capital

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Governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) platform Scrut Automation has raised $10 million in growth capital from existing investors Lightspeed , MassMutual Ventures and Endiya Partners.

The Scrut Automation team will use the funding to enhance their platform capabilities, incorporate generative AI use cases to reduce the manual effort for risk and compliance teams and expand to North American and European markets.

With this round, the company has now raised $20.5 million in total venture funding since its inception in 2021. [Read more…] about Scrut Automation raises $10 million in growth capital

Robotic Process Automation (RPA) vs. Intelligent Automation (IA). What’s the Difference?

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RPA and Intelligent Automation possess the potential to transform your company’s operations, improving effectiveness, output, and time-to-market.

Instead of displacing human workers, they aim to nurture a more efficient hybrid workforce that melds human skills with digital capabilities – a concept we refer to as “human+”.

This integrated strategy magnifies your organization’s human potential and delivers significant cost savings and time optimization. [Read more…] about Robotic Process Automation (RPA) vs. Intelligent Automation (IA). What’s the Difference?

Boosting Productivity and Precision in Small Labs with these Advanced Techniques

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Small labs play a pivotal role in the advancement of science, driving innovation through research and testing.

Yet, the challenge of scaling operations without compromising quality or efficiency stands in their way. Fortunately, a solution exists in the form of advanced automation technologies.

These tools are not just about keeping pace; they’re about setting the stage for a new era of productivity and precision. The opportunities for transformation are vast and varied. [Read more…] about Boosting Productivity and Precision in Small Labs with these Advanced Techniques

Mitsubishi Electric Automation’s automated machine tending solution ‘triples output’ for customer

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Mitsubishi Electric Automation, says it has provided an automated machine tending solution which has “tripled output” for its customer.

TL Aerotek was looking for an automated solution to keep up with accelerating demand and found success using Mitsubishi Electric Automation’s plug-and-play machine tending solution, LoadMate Plus.

TL Aerotek, a small-job milling shop customer, experienced a large influx of orders. To keep up with demand, they sought a solution that would alleviate labor uncertainty and help to grow the business. [Read more…] about Mitsubishi Electric Automation’s automated machine tending solution ‘triples output’ for customer

Mitsubishi Electric Automation launches new ‘high-performance teach pendant’

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Mitsubishi Electric Automation, has launched a new “high-performance teach pendant for improved operability”.

The company says the new teach pendant, R86T6, evolved from the conventional, high-performance teach pendant to deliver customizable and intuitive functions to OEMs and end users alike.

The R86TB is designed with a 10.1-inch high-definition display so that any function can be easily visible and accessed from the customizable HOME screen or page list.

Major functions of MELSOFT RT ToolBox3, Mitsubishi Electric’s PC-based robot programming software, are accessible and equipped to provide program support functions, parameter and program screens, 3D monitoring, and more.

Additional features of the R86TB Teach Pendant include data analysis and real-time monitoring to perform trouble diagnosis, secure hardware buttons for tactile and consistent operation, improved processing speeds, and security functions.

Compatible with CR800 and CR700 series Controllers, R86TB allows customers increased visibility and operability to ensure smooth operations and high performance.

Patrick Varley, product marketing manager (robots) at Mitsubishi Electric Automation, says: “We are very confident that our customers will benefit from the enhanced functionality, durability, and performance that the R86TB provides.

“The large, high-definition display makes it possible to make program revisions without needing to bring a laptop onto the manufacturing floor. We have designed it to be backward and forward compatible so that it can be used on older CR700-controlled robots as well as our current and future generations of robots.”

Kawasaki Robotics partners with Olis Robotics to offer remote monitoring and control of its industrial robots

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Olis Robotics, a provider of remote error recovery systems for industrial robots, has agreed a new partnership with Kawasaki Robotics, one of the leading suppliers of industrial robots and automation systems.

The companies aim to offer their customers the ability to “restart production faster, reduce troubleshooting and downtime costs by up to 90 percent, and gain access to expert support quickly”.

Olis users connect directly to their robots through an on-premises device via a secure connection, avoiding the risks and complexities associated with cloud-based systems. [Read more…] about Kawasaki Robotics partners with Olis Robotics to offer remote monitoring and control of its industrial robots