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Bonsai Robotics secures $15 million in Series A funding for its agriculture applications

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Bonsai Robotics, a developer of physical AI solutions for agriculture applications, has raised $15 million in Series A funding.

Bison Ventures led the oversubscribed round with participation from new investor, Cibus Capital, and existing investors Acre Venture Partners, Congruent Ventures, Fall Line Capital, E14 Fund, SNR and Serra Ventures.

The new funding will enable Bonsai to continue enhancing its software capabilities, expanding its physical AI platform and data set, driving additional OEM partnerships, and accelerating commercialization efforts. [Read more…] about Bonsai Robotics secures $15 million in Series A funding for its agriculture applications

MilliporeSigma partners with Opentrons Labworks to create ‘Lab of the Future’

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MilliporeSigma, the US and Canada Life Science business of Merck, of Germany, and Opentrons Labworks, a leader in lab automation and accessible robotics, announced a multi-year agreement to automate assay kits on a custom Opentrons Flex workstation.

Scientists and engineers will collaborate to develop and verify platform workflows utilizing the broad offering of automation-enabled assays from the Life Science business of Merck, Darmstadt, Germany.

Together, the custom workstation and automation-enabled assays will deliver increased consistency and higher throughput by reducing manual processing and repetitive tasks with a user-friendly robotic system. [Read more…] about MilliporeSigma partners with Opentrons Labworks to create ‘Lab of the Future’

Eutect optimizes soldering and tinning processes using ‘modern automation concepts’

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Modern automation concepts from Eutect optimize existing soldering and tinning processes, offering companies in demanding industries, such as rail technology or green energy manufacturing, decisive advantages in terms of quality, cost reduction, efficiency and sustainability.

Matthias Fehrenbach, CEO of Eutect, says: “Companies that require the highest quality and efficiency benefit from our modern automation concepts for optimizing existing selective soldering and tinning processes.

“Manufacturers that have been producing products such as film capacitors or relays for rail technology for decades are increasingly looking for efficient, cycle-time-optimized and cost-reducing automation concepts We are noticing this quite clearly from the inquiries we are receiving.” [Read more…] about Eutect optimizes soldering and tinning processes using ‘modern automation concepts’

Festo celebrates its centenary: 100 years in the world of motion

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One hundred years on from its humble beginnings in Germany, creating added value for customers through innovation has been the driving force behind the family-owned company from the very beginning and remains the key to industrial automation specialist Festo’s success today.

With its constant determination to make people’s work easier and thus increase efficiency, Festo has shaped an entire era of industrial production.

Today, the company is a global player and a front runner in automation technology, as well as a world leader in technical education and training. Festo’s anniversary is being celebrated with employees, customers, and partners worldwide throughout the year. [Read more…] about Festo celebrates its centenary: 100 years in the world of motion

The Rise of Robots: A Brief History of Automation and AI

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Automation and artificial intelligence (AI) have rapidly evolved from science fiction concepts to integral parts of our daily lives. From industrial machines that revolutionised manufacturing processes to intelligent algorithms that power our smartphones, the journey of automation and AI is as fascinating as it is complex.

This evolution has also transformed the educational space, making specialised programs like an online engineering masters more relevant than ever.

Let’s take a stroll through this history, examining key milestones and reflecting on the future challenges we face as these technologies continue to advance. [Read more…] about The Rise of Robots: A Brief History of Automation and AI

How Digital Tools Are Revolutionizing Invoicing in Modern Business

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Invoicing has come a long way from the days of handwritten receipts and manual calculations. As technology evolves, so do the tools available to simplify billing processes, especially in industries relying on dynamic pricing models like usage billing.

If you’re managing a company in today’s digitally connected world, understanding how digital solutions transform invoicing can help you stay ahead. This article will walk you through how technology is reshaping billing and why it matters for businesses, particularly those leveraging business internet and networking systems. [Read more…] about How Digital Tools Are Revolutionizing Invoicing in Modern Business

Is there too much hype around robotics and automation?

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When our website, RoboticsAndAutomationNews.com, started 10 years ago, we were probably the only dedicated website reporting on robotics and automation, especially in the industrial sector, more specifically, about industrial robotic arms.

At the time, industrial robotics was a niche topic, generating little or no attention in mainstream media. Our interest was in the technology side of robotics first, and investment opportunities second. This enabled us to carve out a unique space, and now, our interests are accurately reflected in the composition of our audience – largest group is engineers and roboticists, the second-largest, investors.

And back when we started, and for the first five years or so, we dominated Google search results, appearing as the top result – and the 20 or so after that – for nearly any query related to robotics and automation. [Read more…] about Is there too much hype around robotics and automation?

How Robotics and Automation Companies Are Using Instagram to Build Their Brand

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Robotics has captured plenty of attention on social media.

Many observers are fascinated by futuristic products and mesmerizing videos of machines in action.

Instagram provides an outlet that entertains those who follow tech news. It also supplies a stage for businesses that create advanced systems.

The main focus here is on how these companies shape their presence, connect with a broader audience, and inspire future engineers. [Read more…] about How Robotics and Automation Companies Are Using Instagram to Build Their Brand

GreyOrange launches gStore in PetSmart stores across the US

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GreyOrange, a provider of AI-driven robotics and automation technology for warehouses, has implemented its gStore platform across PetSmart stores nationwide.

The strategic rollout of this retail SaaS store execution platform enhances PetSmart’s location management, inventory management, digital fulfillment and store operations for improved efficiency across its nearly 1,700 stores.

Greg Fancher, executive vice president of IT and chief information technology officer at PetSmart, says: “The deployment of GreyOrange’s gStore platform has provided a significant contribution in PetSmart’s journey towards operational excellence. [Read more…] about GreyOrange launches gStore in PetSmart stores across the US

Flexiv Robotics unveils its innovations at Stanford Robotics Center opening

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Flexiv Robotics, a provider of general-purpose robotics solutions, participated in the recent opening of the Stanford Robotics Center (SRC), a groundbreaking facility dedicated to advancing robotics across industries including logistics, manufacturing, healthcare, art, space exploration, and home automation.

As a longstanding advocate of Stanford’s robotics department, and with Flexiv’s four founders being alumni, Flexiv’s support for the creation of the SRC highlights not only the university’s dedication to innovation and collaboration but also its strong industry ties.

Bringing together cross-disciplinary world-class researchers and industrial affiliates, the SRC is dedicated to exploring how robotics can impact how we live and work, improve healthcare and quality of life, and give people power to do things they could never do before. [Read more…] about Flexiv Robotics unveils its innovations at Stanford Robotics Center opening