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Kuka launches new autonomous mobile robot platform

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Kuka has expanded its autonomous mobile robot (AMR) lineup with the launch of the KMP 250P, a mobile platform designed to carry goods and components weighing up to 250 kilograms.

The system, which can also be fitted with a lifting unit, will be available for order in December 2025.

The German automation specialist said the new model adds to its existing AMR portfolio, which already includes platforms with payloads of up to 3,000 kilograms. [Read more…] about Kuka launches new autonomous mobile robot platform

Fanuc receives ‘major robot order’ from luxury automotive manufacturer

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Fanuc, the world’s largest industrial robot manufacturer, says it has received a “significant order” to supply a state-of-the-art paint system, including paint robots and advanced application technology.

Nearly 50 robots will be delivered to a “European luxury carmaker”, says Fanuc, which has more robots installed worldwide than any other robotics company.

Jan Kamenicky, head of paint at Fanuc Europe, says: “We are managing the entire project, including installation. The Fanuc robots will paint both car bodies and plastic add-on parts such as bumpers. [Read more…] about Fanuc receives ‘major robot order’ from luxury automotive manufacturer

Techman Robot unveils humanoid prototype, aims for 2026 launch

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Techman Robot, a maker of collaborative robotic arms and a subsidiary of Taiwan’s Quanta Computer, has unveiled its first humanoid robot prototype, the TM Xplore I, and plans to bring it to market in 2026.

The robot was introduced last week at the Taipei Automation Intelligence and Robot Show, where the company described it as a “next-generation humanoid platform” designed for industrial and service applications.

Unlike bipedal humanoids being developed by companies such as Tesla and Unitree, Techman’s robot uses a wheeled base for stability and efficiency in factory and warehouse environments. [Read more…] about Techman Robot unveils humanoid prototype, aims for 2026 launch

How to Prep Your Factory for AI-Powered Robotics

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AI-driven robotics can revolutionize production efficiency when implemented correctly. The challenge is reaching this point without encountering one of the many obstacles that lie in your path.

To that end, here are the main strategies needed for readiness, taking you from discovery to scaled integration as seamlessly as possible. [Read more…] about How to Prep Your Factory for AI-Powered Robotics

Why Safety Relays Are the Unsung Heroes of Modern Industrial Automation

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In a modern factory, where robots work alongside humans and massive conveyor systems operate at high speeds, safety is paramount.

But have you ever stopped to consider how all these machines know when to stop? More often than not, the unsung hero behind this seamless operation is a humble device known as a safety relay.

Imagine this: a worker inadvertently opens a safety gate while a machine is running. In that split second, a safety relay detects the breach and cuts the power, preventing potential harm. [Read more…] about Why Safety Relays Are the Unsung Heroes of Modern Industrial Automation

Anscer Robotics launches new autonomous mobile robot to replace manual cart movement in factories

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Anscer Robotics has launched its LBR500, a purpose-built autonomous mobile robot addressing a key industry challenge of the manual movement of carts, racks, and trolleys.

Available now and already being deployed in factories across the electronics, plastics, and automotive supply chains, the LBR500 is a compact, omnidirectional AMR engineered for ultimate cart compatibility and factory floor flexibility.

Mark Messina, CEO of Anscer Americas, says: “Material movement may not always grab headlines, but it’s the silent drain on factory efficiency. [Read more…] about Anscer Robotics launches new autonomous mobile robot to replace manual cart movement in factories

Seegrid AMRs surpass 17 million autonomous miles driven in customer facilities

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Seegrid, a manufacturer of autonomous mobile robot (AMR) solutions for palletized material handling, announced a major company milestone: its AMRs have surpassed 17 million autonomous miles driven in production at customer sites.

This achievement validates Seegrid’s commitment to delivering safe, scalable autonomous solutions that work – day in and day out – for some of the world’s largest and most demanding manufacturers, distributors, and e-commerce providers.

David Griffin, chief sales officer at Seegrid, says: “Our autonomous mobile robots don’t just drive – they deliver. [Read more…] about Seegrid AMRs surpass 17 million autonomous miles driven in customer facilities

Siemens advances autonomous production with new AI and robotics capabilities for automated guided vehicles

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At automatica, the leading trade show for automation and robotics, engineering giant Siemens is set to reveal plans to integrate its Operations Copilot into driverless transport systems and mobile robots. The Operations Copilot is an industrial copilot for machine operation and maintenance.

As mobile transport robots increasingly operate as autonomous physical agents powered by artificial intelligence (AI), the Operations Copilot will serve as a user interface for humans.

Through this agent-based interface, users will be able to configure autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) and automated guided vehicles (AGVs), assigning them tasks like transporting materials and goods across the shop floor. [Read more…] about Siemens advances autonomous production with new AI and robotics capabilities for automated guided vehicles

The Real Workhorses of Industrial Automation

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Industrial automation is the unsung engine behind modern manufacturing, construction, and production.

While flashy AI headlines and futuristic robotics often steal attention, the real day-to-day productivity gains stem from rugged, proven technologies that quietly perform millions of operations per second across countless industries.

These are the workhorses: steel welding systems, precision cutters, high-speed assembly lines, automated painting rigs, and advanced material handling solutions. [Read more…] about The Real Workhorses of Industrial Automation

Sunrise Robotics emerges from stealth with $8.5 million funding

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Sunrise Robotics, a company that says it’s “augmenting humanity through intelligent robotics”, is emerging from stealth with $8.5 million in funding led by Plural.

Tapestry, Seedcamp, Tiny.vc and Prototype Capital also participated. The investment will fuel the expansion of its European-wide team and enhance AI capabilities as the company scales production of the initial fleet of Sunrise intelligent robotic cells, bringing critical manufacturing capacity back to the continent. [Read more…] about Sunrise Robotics emerges from stealth with $8.5 million funding