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ForwardX Robotics opens advanced ‘self-production facility’ in China

April 17, 2025 by Mark Allinson

ForwardX Robotics, a provider of autonomous mobile robots for warehouses, claims it is now “one of the few” robotics companies with full self-production capabilities after the company opened a new facility in Wuhu, Anhui, in China.

The factory manages the entire process – from assembly to testing – entirely in-house, underscoring ForwardX’s commitment to “self-sufficient production”, and highlighting its “dedication to delivering world-class robotics solutions”.

ForwardX’s factory was built in 2022, spans 10,000 square meters across two expansive buildings, featuring multiple production lines that cover the entire manufacturing process. [Read more…] about ForwardX Robotics opens advanced ‘self-production facility’ in China

Filed Under: News, Warehouse robots Tagged With: china, facility, factory, forwardx, robotics, self-production

BMW installs 294 robots in major upgrade of factory in Germany

April 7, 2025 by Mark Allinson

BMW has taken a significant step forward in its automation strategy with the commissioning of an expanded body shop at its Regensburg vehicle plant in Neutraubling, Germany.

The upgrade involved installing a total of 294 industrial robots into the facility – a clear signal of the company’s continued investment in high-efficiency, digitally integrated car manufacturing.

Spanning 40,000 square meters, the newly inaugurated body shop is designed to support rising global demand for the BMW X1 and BMW X2 models. [Read more…] about BMW installs 294 robots in major upgrade of factory in Germany

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Shanghai Electric supports launch of China’s first diverse humanoid robot ‘training facility’

March 26, 2025 by David Edwards

Shanghai Electric, alongside nine other leading research enterprises, has officially signed an operational cooperation agreement with Shanghai-based National and Local Co-Built Humanoid Robotics Innovation Center to establish China’s first heterogeneous humanoid robot training ground, the Humanoid Robot Kylin Training Ground.

The launch of this groundbreaking facility marks a new chapter in the evolution of the humanoid robotics industry in China.

The training ground is presently capable of housing over 100 humanoid robots, positioning it as the largest of its kind nationwide. The company aims to expand this capacity significantly, targeting the concurrent training of 1,000 general-purpose robots by 2027. [Read more…] about Shanghai Electric supports launch of China’s first diverse humanoid robot ‘training facility’

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AI-RobotX integrates Geekplus robots at Hellmann Logistics’ Dubai eCommerce Center

December 4, 2024 by Mark Allinson

Hellmann Worldwide Logistics has implemented Geekplus robotics automated storage solutions at its eCommerce Center in Dubai CommerCity, executed by AI-RobotX MEA.

In 2023, Hellmann established a dedicated Innovation Hub, reinforcing its commitment to integrating advanced technologies into global operations.

The company’s recent implementation of robotics in Dubai exemplifies this strategic focus, increasing storage capacity, improving operational efficiency, and reducing delivery times for businesses in the region.

[Read more…] about AI-RobotX integrates Geekplus robots at Hellmann Logistics’ Dubai eCommerce Center

Filed Under: News, Warehouse robots Tagged With: ai-robotx, center, dubai, ecommerce, facility, fulfillment, geekplus, hellman, logistics, warehouse

ZF opens new e-mobility manufacturing plant in China

November 27, 2024 by Mark Allinson

ZF has opened a new e-mobility plant, known as ZF Electric Mobility Systems, Shenyang.

As ZF’s third e-mobility plant in China, Shenyang plant gathers ZF’s advanced technology and innovative concepts, and will produce and sell advanced products such as electric axle drives for new energy vehicles, to provide more high-quality and high-efficiency e-mobility solutions for customers in China and the world.

The main products of the Shenyang plant are the electric axle drives for new energy vehicles. Its core components are based on ZF’s modular kit electric drive platform and cover both front and rear axles, including motors, power electronics and reducers. [Read more…] about ZF opens new e-mobility manufacturing plant in China

Filed Under: Infrastructure, News Tagged With: china, e-mobility, electric, facility, factory, mobility, plant, shenyang, zf

DB Schenker installs remote-controlled forklifts at logistics facility

November 26, 2024 by Anika Haque

Forklifts are now being operated remotely at DB Schenker’s contract logistics site in Kassel, Germany. The drivers control the vehicles from a distance. With a remote driving setup, drivers are connected to several different vehicles at different locations via the enabl platform.

Lucas Mömken, vice president global engineering and innovation in contract logistics, DB Schenker: “The collaboration with enabl allows us to react flexibly to fluctuations in demand and automate our processes to increase productivity.

“We see this partnership as a valuable addition to our CL digitalization strategy, which will help us to secure our competitiveness in the long term.” [Read more…] about DB Schenker installs remote-controlled forklifts at logistics facility

Filed Under: Logistics, News Tagged With: db schenker, driverless, enabl, facility, germany, kassel, logistics, platform, remote, remote-controlled, technologies, trucks

Continuum Powders opens new Houston facility

November 22, 2024 by Mark Allinson

Continuum Powders, a provider of high-performance, sustainable metal powders for advanced manufacturing, has officially opened its new global headquarters and environmentally friendly manufacturing facility in Houston, Texas.

The new location, North America’s largest sustainable metal powder production site, will host a special event on December 5, offering guests an exclusive opportunity to witness its revolutionary advancements in low-carbon production methods firsthand.

The completion of the Houston facility is a significant milestone for Continuum Powders and reflects the company’s commitment to environmental responsibility, with the entire building operating as a green manufacturing center. [Read more…] about Continuum Powders opens new Houston facility

Filed Under: Infrastructure, News Tagged With: advanced, continuum, facility, houston, manufacturing, metal, powders

Intretech to open new Mexico factory following $60 million investment

October 2, 2024 by Mark Allinson

Global smart manufacturing company Intretech has opened a new manufacturing facility in Monterrey, Mexico, following $60 million investment. The project, which is set to create 2,000 jobs over the next five years, represents a significant milestone in the company’s global expansion.

The grand opening event was attended by several notable dignitaries, including the governor of Nuevo León state, the secretary of economy, and Intretech’s chairman, Linden Lin.

Located in the Mirador Industrial Park. The facility is designed to strengthen Intretech’s manufacturing capabilities, support its global growth strategy, and provide robust nearshoring solutions. [Read more…] about Intretech to open new Mexico factory following $60 million investment

Filed Under: Infrastructure, News Tagged With: facility, factory, intretech, investment, manufacturing, mexico, smart

CynLr opens first R&D facility in Switzerland

October 2, 2024 by Mark Allinson

Cybernetics Laboratory (CynLr), an Indian deep-tech startup specialising in visual object intelligence robotics and cybernetics, has opened its first “International Design & Research Centre” in Switzerland.

The announcement was made during the Swiss-Indian Innovation Week at Unlimitrust Campus in Prilly, headed by Pascal Marmier.

This Swiss Indian Innovation Week is being organised by Innovaud (Vaud’s Innovation and Economic Promotion Body associated with the Swiss Government) in partnership with Switzerland Global Enterprise.

[Read more…] about CynLr opens first R&D facility in Switzerland

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World’s largest chipmaker TSMC to build $12 billion facility in the US

August 2, 2024 by Mark Allinson

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) has unveiled plans to invest $12 billion in Phoenix, Arizona – building an advanced semiconductor manufacturing fabrication.

In December 2022, the company announced its commitment to build a second fab in Phoenix, increasing its total investment to $40 billion.

Then in April 2024, the US Department of Commerce and TSMC Arizona announced up to $6.6 billion in direct funding under the CHIPS and Science Act, fulfilling a goal to bring the most advanced chip manufacturing in the world to the United States. [Read more…] about World’s largest chipmaker TSMC to build $12 billion facility in the US

Filed Under: Features, Infrastructure Tagged With: arizona, chipmaker, facility, phoenix, taiwan semiconductor manufacturing company, tsmc, united states

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