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GreyOrange launches GreyMatter open API to manage variety of robotic systems

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GreyOrange, a provider of automated robotic fulfillment and inventory optimization software, has launched its GreyMatter open API (application programming interface). 

The API enables any vendor’s robotic solution to seamlessly connect to the GreyMatter fulfillment orchestration platform, giving customers the freedom to choose the technology that fits their warehouse environment.

Under the API, GreyMatter can now orchestrate autonomous mobile robots (AMR) and other execution agents from companies that have joined the GreyOrange Certified Ranger Network (CRN) ecosystem. [Read more…] about GreyOrange launches GreyMatter open API to manage variety of robotic systems

How Do I Build a Marketplace Website From Scratch?

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It’s difficult to resist the urge to embark on the most lucrative business venture today and build an online marketplace. With so many people entering the field, an abundance of similar products, and the dominance of big players, you should give much consideration to the choice of a software company that can either aid you on a challenging journey or greatly hamper it.

One of the things Fively is undoubtedly good at is custom marketplace development. A profound understanding of the current trends in eCommerce helps our experts in software engineering create unique and secure software products.

Whether you will end up bringing your outstanding idea to a software agency or building it with the help of one of the ready-made online templates, this general outline will enlighten you on the aspects you should ponder at the start of your marketplace entrepreneur journey. [Read more…] about How Do I Build a Marketplace Website From Scratch?

TTTech Auto expands in China with software platform for automated driving

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TTTech Auto, the Austria-based technology company specialising in automotive safety software, is expanding its operations with a dedicated subsidiary in China.

The new TTTech Auto branch in Shanghai will bring its expertise and the series proven safe vehicle software platform, MotionWise, to car manufacturers, Tier 1 suppliers and partners to the rapidly developing Chinese automotive market.

TTTech Auto already has a presence in the Chinese market through its joint venture Technomous operated together with SAIC Motor, China’s largest automotive manufacturer. This further expansion, with an office in Shanghai, is part of the growth strategy in light of a $285 million (EUR 250 million) investment from Aptiv and Audi announced earlier this year. [Read more…] about TTTech Auto expands in China with software platform for automated driving

Smart actuators help robot valets optimize high-volume automobile storage and retrieval

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Before a newly manufactured car is delivered to a dealership, it typically joins thousands of others in a large storage lot where it can sit for days or even months.

Managing these lots requires many manual, time-intensive tasks: attendants must start each car, park it safely in a designated area, keep track of its location and be able to access it easily for distribution when needed.

Vehicle remarketers, airports, auto rental services and many other businesses that require high-volume auto storage and easy retrieval share these same issues. Ultimately, manual auto parking results in inefficient space and labour utilization, risk of accident and injury to attendants, and burning of fuel. [Read more…] about Smart actuators help robot valets optimize high-volume automobile storage and retrieval

Buy and Sell Automation Components with Automa.Net

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Finding the right industrial automation parts and components can be time-consuming, which can lead to losses, especially if the part you’re looking for is an emergency replacement.

Instead of manually searching for suppliers and distributors in search of the parts you need, you can quickly access millions of parts from hundreds of distributors at Automa.Net – what is it exactly? [Read more…] about Buy and Sell Automation Components with Automa.Net

Labor shortages set to propel shipments of outdoor mobile robots to 350,000 by 2030

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Rapid advancements in fundamental techniques, such as navigation, manipulation, and functional safety, have made robots more intelligent, agile, and safer.

Mobile robots are a proven ideal companion for humans performing mission- and business-critical tasks in outdoor environments. According to global intelligence firm ABI Research, shipments of outdoor mobile robots will grow from 40,000 units in 2021 to reach 350,000 by 2030, a compound annual growth rate of 27 percent.

With the successful deployment of mobile robots for successful navigation, manipulation, and functional safety in material handling, transporting, and cleaning, companies are now looking to deploy robots for outdoor applications for the same reasons. [Read more…] about Labor shortages set to propel shipments of outdoor mobile robots to 350,000 by 2030

Fabric and Reply partner to expand robotic capabilities for warehouses

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Fabric, a retail fulfillment automation company, and Reply, which specializes in new communications channels and digital media, have entered into a strategic partnership to offer brands and retailers “seamless integration” to a single point solution for a warehouse management system and automated robotic fulfillment.

Fabric will use the LEA Reply supply-chain execution platform – developed by Logistics Reply – to integrate with its automation solution and provide a ready-to-use connector to Reply’s leading WMS in the market.

This will also allow both Fabric and Reply to quickly develop new features for their customers to improve the performance of the robotics, WES, and WMS with minimal additional integration efforts and no disruption to the customers’ operations. [Read more…] about Fabric and Reply partner to expand robotic capabilities for warehouses

Bowe Group leads $8.2 million investment round in robot software company Mov.ai

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Bowe Group, a provider of integrated automation technology, has led an $8.2 million investment round in Mov.ai, a startup specializing in autonomous mobile robots software.

The investment round includes Mov.ai’s existing investors State of Mind Ventures, NFX, and Viola Ventures.

Automation is playing an increasingly important role in the supply chain, specifically in intralogistics, with robots at the forefront of this trend. [Read more…] about Bowe Group leads $8.2 million investment round in robot software company Mov.ai

How Does Automated Trading Work For MT4 And MT5 FX Trading Platforms?

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As the FX industry grows, the number of platforms rises. Some platforms offer special tools which can make online FX trading easier and more comfortable for the trader. These tools can include things like currency converters, live market quotes, charts, and analysis tools.

Even though the number of FX trading platforms is increasing daily, the MT4 and MT5 platforms are continuing to be leaders in the Forex trading world because of their ease of use, reliability, and security. So they provide you with everything you need to trade without worrying. Additionally, both platforms provide users with a wide range of tools and features that can help them make informed decisions about their trades.

Today we will have a deeper overview of MT4 and MT5 and also will discuss automated trading which can make your trading experience much easier and more profitable, no matter if you are a beginner or an advanced trader. [Read more…] about How Does Automated Trading Work For MT4 And MT5 FX Trading Platforms?

Augmentus expands US presence to meet growing demand for easy Scan and Plan robot programming

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Augmentus will be exhibiting at the Rockwell Automation Fair in Chicago on 16-17 November 2022 as part of its ongoing partnership with Rockwell Automation.

Conventional robot programming is highly difficult and heavily fragmented with the use of proprietary programming languages and extensive training being the industry norm.

As a result, 70 percent of the lifetime costs of robot ownership are software and programming related, and a compounding cost is involved in automating high-mix production environments. [Read more…] about Augmentus expands US presence to meet growing demand for easy Scan and Plan robot programming