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Interview with CEO of Ebots: ‘Combining human-like dexterity with machine-level precision’

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The reshoring of manufacturing in the United States has intensified over the past few years, driven by supply chain shocks, geopolitical tensions and the growing economic pressure on companies to bring production closer to home.

Yet one challenge continues to frustrate even the best-intentioned reshoring plans: precision manufacturing still relies heavily on skilled manual labour, and the talent pipeline is shrinking faster than new facilities can hire.

Into this environment steps Zheng Xu, co-founder and CEO of Ebots, a newly launched robotics and AI company aiming to bridge that gap. [Read more…] about Interview with CEO of Ebots: ‘Combining human-like dexterity with machine-level precision’

Interview with Epson Robots’ Scott Marsic: ‘We make it simple to deploy robots’

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Epson Robots has been a quiet but influential force in industrial robotics for decades, particularly in high-precision automation.

The company’s history in robotics dates back to its internal efforts to automate watch assembly, which pushed it toward small-parts handling, speed, and accuracy rather than heavy-payload industrial automation. That heritage still shapes its strategy.

Today, Epson is best known for its strong market position in the SCARA robot segment – where it has held a prominent position globally for many years – and for supplying compact six-axis systems, vision tools, force-sensing technology, and integrated software environments designed to reduce deployment time and complexity. [Read more…] about Interview with Epson Robots’ Scott Marsic: ‘We make it simple to deploy robots’

Mimic Robotics raises $16 million to deploy ‘frontier physical AI’ across industries

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Mimic Robotics, a Zurich-based startup which prefers lower-case m, has raised $16 million in funding led by Elaia, alongside Speedinvest, to deploy its “frontier physical AI” across industries, enabling robots to handle complex, dexterous tasks that conventional machines cannot.

This heavily oversubscribed seed round also included participation from Founderful, 1st kind, 10X Founders, 2100 Ventures and Sequoia Scout Fund, bringing mimic’s total funding to over $20 million.

The new capital will accelerate the development of mimic’s foundation AI model and humanoid robotic hands, and advance deployments with leading global industry players. [Read more…] about Mimic Robotics raises $16 million to deploy ‘frontier physical AI’ across industries

Nvidia says it’s working with US manufacturing and robotics leaders to ‘drive America’s reindustrialization with physical AI’

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Nvidia says that America’s leading manufacturers, industrial software developers and robotics companies are “using Nvidia Omniverse technologies to build state-of-the-art robotic factories and new autonomous collaborative robots to help overcome labor shortages and drive American reindustrialization”.

Jensen Huang, founder and CEO of Nvidia, says: “AI is transforming the world’s factories into intelligent thinking machines – the engines of a new industrial revolution.

“Together with American’s manufacturing leaders, we’re building physical AI, Omniverse digital twins and collaborative robots that will drive productivity, resilience and competitiveness across the US industrial base.” [Read more…] about Nvidia says it’s working with US manufacturing and robotics leaders to ‘drive America’s reindustrialization with physical AI’

Yamaha Motor launches 7-axis collaborative robot with dedicated 48V controller

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Yamaha Motor has released the Yamaha Motor Cobot, a new seven-axis collaborative robot designed to operate safely alongside humans. The company has also introduced a compact, dedicated controller developed specifically for the new model.

The Yamaha Motor Cobot marks the company’s first commercially available collaborative robot and employs a seven-axis configuration that provides a degree of freedom similar to a human arm.

According to Yamaha, the additional axis enables “delicate movements, such as reaching into confined spaces that cannot be accessed by 6-axis robots or approaching targets by moving around obstacles”. [Read more…] about Yamaha Motor launches 7-axis collaborative robot with dedicated 48V controller

Robotize partners with Nord Modules to launch ‘game-changing’ autonomous mobile robot

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Robotize, the innovator behind the GoPal Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR) series, and Nord Modules, the expert in modular transfer solutions, have formed a new strategic partnership and have launched their first joint product: the GoPal P35 AMR powered by the Nord Quick Mover 260 module.

This dynamic duo brings the best of both worlds together: Robotize’s cutting-edge AMR technology and Nord Modules’ intelligent, plug-and-play transfer modules. The result? A sleek, smart, and powerful solution that takes intralogistics automation to the next level.

The GoPal P35 with the Nord Quick Mover 260 can pick up, transport and deliver payloads up to 260 kg (570 lbs) from conveyors, lifters, and workstations, while safely navigating busy production and warehouse environments. [Read more…] about Robotize partners with Nord Modules to launch ‘game-changing’ autonomous mobile robot

Eclipse Automation demonstrates cyber-physical systems to Manufacturing Leadership Council Members

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Eclipse Automation, a specialist in custom factory automation, brought the future of manufacturing to life last week, hosting more than 50 Manufacturing Leadership Council (MLC) members at its Cambridge, Ontario facility for an immersive day exploring how digital and physical technologies – sometimes referred to as “cyber-physical systems” – are converging to redefine factory operations.

The event welcomed senior manufacturing executives from Fortune 1000 companies, joined by Eclipse engineers, technology partners, and industry innovators, to explore the challenges and opportunities shaping the next decade of manufacturing.

Steve Mai, CEO of Eclipse Automation, says: “This event was an opportunity to reframe how manufacturing leaders think about the factory itself. Hosting the best minds in the industry allowed us to showcase our technology and explore what’s possible today, but also what’s necessary for tomorrow. [Read more…] about Eclipse Automation demonstrates cyber-physical systems to Manufacturing Leadership Council Members

ABB integrates Machine Automation division into Process Automation business area

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Following the announcement of the divestment of its robotics division to SoftBank Group, ABB is transitioning the Machine Automation division – formerly part of the Robotics & Discrete Automation business area – into the Process Automation business area.

The transition will take effect in the fourth quarter of 2025.

As the division transitions into the Process Automation business area, customers in process and hybrid industries will benefit from deeper technology synergies – spanning automation, electrification and digitalization – delivered through a unified and comprehensive portfolio. [Read more…] about ABB integrates Machine Automation division into Process Automation business area

Yamaha forms joint venture with Taiwan’s TOYO Automation to expand industrial robot lineup

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Yamaha Motor has established a new joint venture with Taiwanese company TOYO Automation to strengthen its position in the industrial robotics market and expand production capacity.

The company announced that the new company – TY Robotics Co., Ltd. – was officially founded in August 2025, with operations based at Yamaha’s Miyakoda office in Hamamatsu, Japan. Production is scheduled to begin in January 2026.

According to Yamaha, “the founding of this new company is part of Yamaha Motor’s overall industrial robot business strategy”. [Read more…] about Yamaha forms joint venture with Taiwan’s TOYO Automation to expand industrial robot lineup

HD Hyundai Robotics launches new industrial robot controller with ‘enhanced safety and AI integration’

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HD Hyundai Robotics has launched its next-generation industrial AI robot controller, the Hi7, which the company says “significantly enhances safety, AI capabilities, and user convenience”.

The newly released controller is equipped with HD Hyundai Robotics’ proprietary AI-based safety control solution, SafeSpace 2.0, enabling advanced safety simulations and motion control features.

By analyzing situational data collected from sensors, the AI predicts potential risks during operation and autonomously halts robot movements upon detecting motion or impact, effectively preventing safety incidents. [Read more…] about HD Hyundai Robotics launches new industrial robot controller with ‘enhanced safety and AI integration’