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Chipotle installs ‘cobotic’ avocado preparation prototype

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Chipotle Mexican Grill has unveiled “Autocado”, its avocado processing cobotic – collaborative robotic – prototype developed in partnership with Vebu that cuts, cores, and peels avocados before they are hand mashed to create the restaurant’s signature guacamole, and the Augmented Makeline, a cobotic makeline built in collaboration with Hyphen, are being tested in Chipotle restaurants for the first time.

Autocado is currently operating at Chipotle’s Huntington Beach, California location at 20972 Magnolia St and the Augmented Makeline is being utilized at the company’s Corona del Mar, California location at 3050 East Coast Highway.

Curt Garner, chief customer and technology officer, says: “These cobotic devices could help us build a stronger operational engine that delivers a great experience for our team members and our guests while maintaining Chipotle’s high culinary standards.

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Kawasaki Robotics launches new ‘advanced collaborative robots’ at IMTS

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Kawasaki Robotics is demonstrating new additions to its extensive robotics portfolio, including the new CL Series of intelligent collaborative robots (cobots), at IMTS in Chicago September 9-14.

The CL Series cobots, available for order in multiple payloads, and the new industrial robotic solutions featured for applications such as welding, machine tending and material removal give manufacturers limitless flexibility and advanced capabilities when choosing automation to meet their diverse needs.

Seiji Amazawa, president, Kawasaki Robotics, says: “Kawasaki Robotics is committed to delivering the advanced automation technology manufacturers need to maintain production schedules without having to compromise quality or safety. [Read more…] about Kawasaki Robotics launches new ‘advanced collaborative robots’ at IMTS

How robots are transforming the construction industry

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Discover how robots are revolutionizing the construction industry by enhancing efficiency, safety, and precision. Article contributed by Cyngn

In 2022, the global construction robotics market was valued at $168.2 million and is expected to reach an impressive $774.6 million by 2032.

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Bearings for Robot Arms: The Complete Guide

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Bearings assist in the movement of the robot’s arms. The movements would otherwise be jerky, inaccurate and unreliable without the function of these components.

These items though small helps reduce the force of friction between two or more parts whist moving making the robotic systems to be accurate and last longer.

Industrial robotics has been advancing with interdisciplinary knowledge of different engineering branches and the use of modern materials. Picking up the right bearing can transform the performance of the robot’s arms from increased velocity to increased durability. [Read more…] about Bearings for Robot Arms: The Complete Guide

MassRobotics launches second robotics accelerator offering $100,000 per company

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MassRobotics, a Boston, US-based independent robotics innovation hub, has launched its second MassRobotics Accelerator, in partnership with the Massachusetts Technology Collaborative (MassTech).

Following the success of the inaugural program, the upcoming accelerator will continue to support and advance robotics entrepreneurs with bespoke programming, individual mentorship, and immersion in the world-class MassRobotics ecosystem.

Applications opened on August 20, 2024, and the application deadline is October 25. [Read more…] about MassRobotics launches second robotics accelerator offering $100,000 per company

Standard Bots secures $63 million in funding

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Standard Bots has raised $63 million in total funding, with its recent Series B round led by General Catalyst with participation from Amazon Industrial Innovation Fund and Samsung Next.

The company has already successfully launched its RO1 robotic arm and is now preparing to bring its new AI-powered robots to market, unlocking use cases and industries untouched by traditional robotics, such as complex assembly, food preparation, or dishwashing.

Standard Bots designs and assembles collaborative robotic arms in the United States to transform industrial sectors such as manufacturing. The company is also developing a transformer-based model that leverages the power of AI to enhance robotic capabilities. [Read more…] about Standard Bots secures $63 million in funding

Doosan Robotics partners with Rocketfarm on palletizing solutions

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Doosan Robotics, one of the world’s leading collaborative robot (cobot) manufacturers, formed a strategic partnership with Rocketfarm, a premier provider of palletizing software.

The integration of Rocketfarm’s Pally software with Doosan Robotics’ cobots will streamline palletizing efficiencies across the food and beverage, automotive and consumer packaged goods industries, among others.

Alex Lee, president of Doosan Robotics Americas, says: “This partnership exemplifies Doosan’s commitment to democratizing automation and making advanced robotics technology more accessible to business of all sizes from numerous industries. [Read more…] about Doosan Robotics partners with Rocketfarm on palletizing solutions

Doosan Robotics unveils new 30 kg payload collaborative robot

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Doosan Robotics has unveiled its latest industrial collaborative robot which boasts the greatest capabilities of any machine in its category including a 30 kg payload.

The company showcased the new robot and its new Dart-Suite robot ecosystem at the recent Automate event.

Doosan Robotics says its scalable Dart-Suite platform elevates cobot capabilities by providing “unlimited programmable motions”, while ensuring accessibility for all. [Read more…] about Doosan Robotics unveils new 30 kg payload collaborative robot

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

New Scale Robotics brings automated gauging to Fanuc’s collaborative robots

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New Scale Robotics has formed a new partnership with Fanuc Americas as an Authorized Systems Integrator.

This new relationship expands the Fanuc system’s capabilities by enabling the automation of manual gauging processes, helping manufacturers eliminate bottlenecks and improve productivity.

By automating tedious manual gauging tasks, New Scale’s Q-Span systems improve measurement consistency, repeatability, and throughput while eliminating data entry errors. [Read more…] about New Scale Robotics brings automated gauging to Fanuc’s collaborative robots