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Skycharger surpasses 500,000 charging sessions on its West Coast network

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Skycharger, a Skyview Ventures company, says its West Coast Highway Corridor Direct Current Fast Charging (DCFC) network has achieved the “remarkable milestone” of 500,000 charging sessions.

This achievement underscores the rapid acceleration of electric vehicle (EV) adoption, and highlights Skycharger’s vital role in advancing sustainable transportation across the West Coast.

Johannes Copeland, COO at Skycharger, says: “Reaching the 500,000-session milestone is a testament to the rapid growth of the EV movement and the essential infrastructure that drives it. [Read more…] about Skycharger surpasses 500,000 charging sessions on its West Coast network

Alstom celebrates launch of Riyadh Metro network, featuring its driverless Innovia trains

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Alstom, a global transportation engineering company, is celebrating the launch of the Riyadh Metro network, a key milestone of the ambitious plans outlined by the Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC) to improve mobility and enhance quality of life in the capital city.

This 176km network, encompassing six lines, 85 state-of-the-art stations, and seven depots, “sets a new global standard for urban mobility”, says Alstom, which supplied 47 Innovia metro trains for the project.

The Riyadh Metro is poised to transform public transportation, easing congestion, and improving air quality. It directly supports the Kingdom’s goals for sustainable urban development and economic diversification.

Projected to serve a maximum capacity of 3.6 million daily passengers, the Riyadh Metro network will in its whole significantly reduce reliance on private vehicles, cutting internal fuel consumption by up to 1 million gallons annually and reducing greenhouse gas emission by up to 3105 tons of VOC, 217 tons of PM, 3990 tons of NOx, 12.5 Mn tons of CO2.

Andrew DeLeone, region President for Africa, the Middle East, and Central Asia at Alstom, says: “The opening of the Riyadh Metro by the Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC) marks a significant milestone in advancing Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030.

“By leveraging innovative technology and sustainable practices, we are reshaping urban mobility together with RCRC and empowering communities while fostering economic growth.

“Alstom is humbled to play a major role in this transformation, contributing to a brighter and more interconnected future for the Kingdom and beyond.”

The metro will operate in phases, with the Yellow line (Line 4), and the Purple line (Line 6) – commencing passenger operations on December 1st, followed by the Green line (Line 5) on December 15th and the Orange line (Line 3) on January 5th.

Alstom’s contribution includes 47 Innovia metro trains for the Orange line and 69 Metropolis metro trains for the Yellow, Green, and Purple lines custom-designed for Riyadh’s specific needs, offering superior performance and efficiency.

The metro utilises Alstom’s advanced Urbalis CBTC signalling system for safe and efficient operations. HESOP regenerative braking technology recovers braking energy, reducing operational costs and lowering power consumption.

The milestone marks Alstom’s 100th line launch into commercial service with a comprehensive turnkey scope, showcasing its global expertise.

This integrated system represents the largest single-phase, turnkey urban metro project ever undertaken in the rail industry, and Alstom’s most extensive turnkey urban project to date.

Mohamed Khalil, managing director of Middle East regional headquarters, says: “The Riyadh Metro is not just a transportation system; it is a symbol of Saudi Arabia’s forward-thinking vision and its commitment to sustainable growth.

“Alstom is immensely proud to have partnered in this groundbreaking journey, delivering a world-class metro that will reshape urban mobility and contribute to a brighter future for Riyadh.”

Alstom is also providing comprehensive maintenance services for the Orange, Yellow, Green and Purple lines.

This includes the maintenance of trains, fixed installations such as tracks and signalling systems, communication networks, passenger information systems, and power supply, ensuring long-term system reliability.

From the 2014 groundbreaking to today’s full network launch, Alstom is proud to have consistently delivered world-class expertise.

Pittsburgh Robotics Network provides platform for showcasing robotics technology

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Pittsburgh Robotics Network (PRN) hosted its Pittsburgh Robotics Discovery Day on November 20, 2024, at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center.

The free and open event showcased cutting-edge robotics, advanced automation, and next-generation artificial intelligence (AI) solutions that drive innovation across multiple industries. 

The event featured more than 130 exhibitors with live demonstrations of innovative technology, four themed zones (Robotics, Career Pathways, Community, and Manufacturing) for attendees to learn, network, and explore. [Read more…] about Pittsburgh Robotics Network provides platform for showcasing robotics technology

Finnish automation company integrates tiny Mecademic SCARA robot in desktop work cell

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International Innovation Network (IIN), a Finland-based automation solutions company, has designed a desktop robot cell which features Mecademic’s MCS500 SCARA robot as a central component.

IIN has released the new design as a white-label desktop robot cell. Mecademic specializes in making small industrial robots that can fit easily on a small desk. 

According to IIN’s CEO Teijo Fabritius, this new robot cell will be a cost-efficient standard automation solution ideal for operations requiring little or no customization.

[Read more…] about Finnish automation company integrates tiny Mecademic SCARA robot in desktop work cell

Cyngn expands dealer network to include Alta Equipment

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Cyngn has expanded its dealer network to include Alta Equipment Group, which is said to have more than $1 billion in annual sales.

The purveyor of both construction and material handling equipment will begin selling Cyngn’s autonomous DriveMod Tugger. The DriveMod Tugger bundles Cyngn’s autonomous vehicle technology with Motrec’s MT-160.

Lior Tal, CEO of Cyngn, says: “Alta has an impressive record of sales, and we are thrilled to have Cyngn’s autonomous vehicles included in their catalog. [Read more…] about Cyngn expands dealer network to include Alta Equipment

Why Should Tech Startups Opt for Network Maintenance Plan?

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Putting up and sustaining a fully functional computer network gets more challenging as your firm grows and evolves.

Modern technological developments have introduced numerous new hardware devices, software applications, and communication platforms, all of which necessitate sophisticated network capabilities.

If you want your company to take advantage of these innovations, you should think about getting a comprehensive networking consulting service that will keep your network running smoothly. [Read more…] about Why Should Tech Startups Opt for Network Maintenance Plan?

Uber Freight and Aurora Innovation providing early access to autonomous trucking

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Uber Freight and Aurora Innovation are launching “Premier Autonomy”, a new program providing early access to its network of over 1 billion of Aurora’s driverless miles to Uber Freight carriers through 2030.

The program is the latest in their longstanding partnership to integrate and deploy autonomous trucks on the Uber Freight network to enable carriers of all sizes to improve utilization and enhance business efficiency through autonomous technology.

Additionally, Uber Freight will be one of Aurora’s first customers on its Dallas-to-Houston freight route, with driverless hauls for shippers expected at the end of 2024. [Read more…] about Uber Freight and Aurora Innovation providing early access to autonomous trucking

How a VPN can Help in Industrial Applications?

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Before we dive deeper into the topic of how industrial companies focusing on automation and robotics could use VPN to secure private connections, let’s start with the basics – the terms.

So, what is a VPN? In simple terms, it is an encrypted connection via the Internet from a device to a network that ensures that sensitive data is communicated safely. In industrial applications, VPN is used for low latency, time synchronization, high security, and large-scale deterministic networking support.

This post will look closely at how automation and robotics companies can use VPNs for their benefit. [Read more…] about How a VPN can Help in Industrial Applications?

Cybernetix Ventures and Pittsburgh Robotics Network agree strategic partnership

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Cybernetix Ventures, an early-stage venture capital firm focused on robotics, automation, and industrial AI, has agreed a strategic partnership with the Pittsburgh Robotics Network, as part of the firm’s long-term robotics cluster engagement efforts.

The partnership is a joint initiative to set Pittsburgh’s robotics startups up for success, and bring more of the cluster’s investable robotics opportunities to global markets.

Founded in 2021, Cybernetix works with robotics clusters around the world to elevate the most promising robotics founders and startups to the global stage, connecting them to the firm’s diverse ecosystem of potential customers, later stage investors, financial institutions, and acquirers.

Cybernetix will join forces with the Pittsburgh Robotics Network as a Leader Premier Partner and provide their advisory to its startups. [Read more…] about Cybernetix Ventures and Pittsburgh Robotics Network agree strategic partnership

RC Mowers builds international network of dealers

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RC Mowers, a manufacturer of robotic mowers, has expanded its new autonomous mowing robot dealer network to include five dealers within the United States and one in Australia.

The dealer network complements the American-made mower manufacturing company’s already well-established network of more than 30 dealers that sell RC Mowers’ remote-controlled mowers worldwide.

The new AMR dealers include Brown Equipment Company, TriGreen Equipment, Jet-Vac Equipment Company, Kinloch Equipment, MTech and Colbrook Industries. These companies represent locations in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas and Australia. [Read more…] about RC Mowers builds international network of dealers