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ATI unveils ‘ultra-thin’ force torque sensor for robots

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ATI Industrial Automation has unveiled its “ultra-thin” Mini43LP Force/Torque Sensor, which the company says provides “high-precision force sensing in a rugged, yet compact transducer”.

At less than 8 mm tall, the newest member of ATI’s force/torque sensor product range is “uniquely suited for smaller automated applications”, says ATI.

The low profile sensor body allows users to optimize their work envelope and preserve the robot’s lifting power for end-of-arm tools. [Read more…] about ATI unveils ‘ultra-thin’ force torque sensor for robots

Starship Technologies launches North Carolina’s first robotic delivery service

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North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University (A&T) and its food services provider, Sodexo, have partnered with robot maker Starship Technologies to roll out the university’s food delivery service via autonomous robots.

A&T is the first historically Black college or university to partner with Starship, as well as its first partnership in North Carolina.

Starship’s fleet of 20 autonomous, on-demand robots will deliver from three campus eateries: Qdoba, 1891 Bistro and the new Paavo’s Pizza with the goal to expand additional retail locations by next spring. [Read more…] about Starship Technologies launches North Carolina’s first robotic delivery service

Geek+ and DHL showcase ‘the future of robotics automation’ in DHL’s Asia Pacific Innovation Center

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Geek+, a manufacturer of autonomous mobile robots, is partnering with DHL’s Asia Pacific Innovation Center. Located in Singapore, the center will be home to a new exhibit that showcases a cutting-edge, automated, and completely integrated e-commerce solution.

Named the “Warehouse of the Future”, the exhibit integrates RoboShuttle tote-picking robot and robot-arm technology for full-scale automation.

The project represents the shared values and commitments of both Geek+ and DHL to accelerate innovation and educate supply chain leaders on the opportunities that come with robotics automation. [Read more…] about Geek+ and DHL showcase ‘the future of robotics automation’ in DHL’s Asia Pacific Innovation Center

Geek+ launches 8 metre tall robot for logistics – ‘tallest robot in the industry’

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Geek+, an autonomous mobile robot manufacturer, has launched RoboShuttle RS8-DA, an 8-meter high flexible arm robot. The company claims the new robot is the “highest in the industry” and will enable customers to maximize the use of their warehouses.

RoboShuttle is a safe, efficient, and flexible high-density solution that solves the complex logistics scenarios brought on by the rise in e-commerce and the need for systems that can optimize precious warehouse space intelligently.

Compatible with 8-meter-high racks, and totes, cartons, or boxes of varying width, the robot can improve space utilization by 5x. [Read more…] about Geek+ launches 8 metre tall robot for logistics – ‘tallest robot in the industry’

ABB Robotics offers South Africa’s food and beverage industry ‘a taste of the future’

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By Linda Eales, robotics division manager at ABB South Africa

The future has never looked more unpredictable for South Africa’s food and beverage (F&B) sector, as it battles a perfect storm of pressure brought on by Covid-19, changing consumer and retail consumption patterns, disrupted supply chains and ongoing scrutiny around food safety.

The food and beverage sector has been battered by a couple of high-profile food safety scares in recent years, and is scrambling to keep up with mega-trends like digitalisation and shifting consumption patterns. The good news is that this could be the perfect opportunity for the local F&B industry to reposition itself for the present and future.

F&B manufacturers increasingly need more flexibility on their production lines to enable them to adapt to changing consumer tastes and demands. At the same time, they require higher levels of productivity and efficiency, while maintaining the highest levels of product quality. In many cases, the answer to these challenges is to install a robotics solution, which makes F&B operations safer and more productive. [Read more…] about ABB Robotics offers South Africa’s food and beverage industry ‘a taste of the future’

Webinar: Automate Your Process with Techman Robot

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Webinar name: Why automation with Techman Robot?
Webinar date and time: October 21, 2021… 1pm Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Webinar link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Ukucgl6NSzS2YXs4IyBaRQ

TM Robot’s vision embedded robot system is easier to program than you think.

In this webinar, attendees will learn about how a built-in camera could benefit manufacturers deploying cobots in multiple production workstations, together with the highly integrated TM Software platform and Plug & Play peripherals to solve challenging vision tasks.

Real world cases will be presented to illustrate the Simple, Smart and Safe collaborative robot automation solutions. [Read more…] about Webinar: Automate Your Process with Techman Robot

SICK presents intelligent sensor solutions for the ‘factory of the future’

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At PackExpo this year, SICK is presenting numerous demonstrations and one educational session that highlight how intelligent sensors can help you create the factory of the future that includes robotics, quality inspection, and digital transformation.

Intelligent sensor solutions from SICK enhance mobile and stationary robotic applications. In its booth (C-2160) at PackExpo 2021, demos about sensor solutions for robotics and quality inspection are available throughout the show.

From 3D vision robot guidance systems for more efficient bin picking to safety and LiDAR solutions for AMRs, SICK prioritizes improving the supply chain with solutions for mobile robot safety, LiDAR localization, and robot vision systems. [Read more…] about SICK presents intelligent sensor solutions for the ‘factory of the future’

Retail robots market expected to reach $55.8 billion by 2028

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The global market for retail robots was valued at $7.1 billion in 2020 and is expected to surpass $55.8 billion by 2028, registering an annual growth rate of 30.1 percent during the forecast period (2021-2028), according to Coherent Market Insights.

Retail service robots bring the intelligence of big-data knowledge of consumers to provide useful and smart in-store customer service. Retail robots can handle scenarios from repetitive customer service inquiries to complex product recommendation.

Companies often have an opportunity to convey real-time data about their company and products whichexplains what they do, why their products are the right fit, and others. [Read more…] about Retail robots market expected to reach $55.8 billion by 2028

Webinar: Automate Your Process with Techman Robot

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Webinar name: Why automation with Techman Robot?
Webinar date and time: October 21, 2021… 1pm Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Webinar link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Ukucgl6NSzS2YXs4IyBaRQ

TM Robot’s vision embedded robot system is easier to program than you think.

In this webinar, attendees will learn about how a built-in camera could benefit manufacturers deploying cobots in multiple production workstations, together with the highly integrated TM Software platform and Plug & Play peripherals to solve challenging vision tasks.

Real world cases will be presented to illustrate the Simple, Smart and Safe collaborative robot automation solutions. [Read more…] about Webinar: Automate Your Process with Techman Robot

Automated COVID Testing Thanks to a Tireless Robot developed by item America

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The sheer scale of the COVID-19 pandemic has led to numerous innovative developments in industry to provide efficient solutions to meet the multitude of new challenges.

item America has played a part in several automation projects in the age of COVID – the manufacture of face masks and a workstation for analyzing coronavirus tests.

Now, item has played a role in the world’s first automated coronavirus testing station. Developed by Munich-based Franka Emika GmbH, a test station housing the “SR-NOCS” (“Swab Robot for Naso- and Oropharyngeal COVID-19 Screening”) swab robot. [Read more…] about Automated COVID Testing Thanks to a Tireless Robot developed by item America