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Murata debuts
‘double reach’ shuttle for warehouse operations

March 21, 2025 by David Edwards

Murata Machinery USA (Muratec USA), a specialist in high-speed, automated logistics and material handling, kicked off ProMat 2025 in Chicago with the North American debut of its Double Reach Shuttle, an innovative automated storage and retrieval system (ASRS) engineered for high-density storage and efficient product handling.

Designed to maximize storage capacity while minimizing aisle width, the Double Reach Shuttle enables businesses to optimize warehouse space without compromising accessibility or throughput.

The Double Reach Shuttle integrates a narrow shuttle vehicle with a double-reach transfer mechanism, allowing it to efficiently retrieve and transport loads stored at greater depths within a compact footprint. [Read more…] about Murata debuts
‘double reach’ shuttle for warehouse operations

Filed Under: News, Warehouse robots Tagged With: asrs, automated, double reach, high-speed, murata, muratec, promat, retrieval, storage, system, usa

Anscer Robotics expands into US market

March 3, 2025 by Mark Allinson

Anscer Robotics, a maker of autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), is making a bold entry into the US market with the appointment of Mark Messina as managing director and CEO, Americas.

A recognized industry veteran, Messina will spearhead Anscer’s expansion, bringing innovative, safety-driven automation solutions to industries such as manufacturing, logistics, retail, food & beverage, and third-party logistics (3PL).

As a homegrown company from India, Anscer Robotics is committed to redefining the global robotics landscape, recently announcing funding from early-stage focused venture capital firm, InfoEdge Ventures. [Read more…] about Anscer Robotics expands into US market

Filed Under: News, Warehouse robots Tagged With: america, anscer, market, robotics, usa

US manufacturing sector shrinks for 25th time in 26 months

January 4, 2025 by Mark Allinson

Economic activity in the American manufacturing sector contracted in December for the ninth consecutive month and the 25th time in the last 26 months, according to a survey of the nation’s supply executives.

The findings have been published in the latest Institute for Supply Management’s Report On Business, the key component of which is the purchase managers’ index, or PMI. The report was issued by Timothy R. Fiore, chair of the ISM Manufacturing Business Survey Committee.

The Manufacturing PMI registered 49.3 percent in December, 0.9 percentage point higher compared to the 48.4 percent recorded in November. The overall economy continued in expansion for the 56th month after one month of contraction in April 2020. [Read more…] about US manufacturing sector shrinks for 25th time in 26 months

Filed Under: Manufacturing, News Tagged With: index, managers, manufacturing, pmi, purchase, sector, united states, usa

Swiss robotics company ANYbotics opens office in Silicon Valley, USA

November 12, 2024 by Mark Allinson

ANYbotics, a Switzerland-headquartered industrial inspection robotics company, has opened an office in Silicon Valley, USA.

The company says the move will help it to “further advance autonomous inspection in North America”.

Building on US customer success and partnerships with global technology companies, ANYbotics is elevating its service and support in the US by providing turnkey robotics solutions and continuous, next-level support to US operators.

This expansion ensures faster integration and boosts efficiency and safety in the power, metals, chemicals, and mining industries.

[Read more…] about Swiss robotics company ANYbotics opens office in Silicon Valley, USA

Filed Under: Business, News Tagged With: anybotics, anymal, company, robotics, silicon, swiss, usa, valley

Autonomous truck costs: Key differences between the US and China

September 11, 2024 by Mark Allinson

Global analysis of total cost of ownership for autonomous trucks: Key differences and driving factors in the US and China. By Shihao Fu, technology analyst at IDTechEx

The autonomous truck industry is experiencing a significant revival, with vehicle delivery numbers continuously breaking records. Companies across Asia, Europe, and the United States are eagerly advancing into the commercialization testing phase.

Autonomous trucks are addressing critical real-world issues by reducing transportation costs and optimizing Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) through meticulous, practical calculations.

[Read more…] about Autonomous truck costs: Key differences between the US and China

Filed Under: News Tagged With: autonomous, china, costs, differences, forecasts, idtechex, key, trends, trucks, usa

Shipping Classic or Luxury Cars to Canada: Special Considerations

July 10, 2024 by Mark Allinson

Shipping a classic or luxury car to Canada requires meticulous planning and attention to detail. These vehicles often hold significant monetary and sentimental value, making their safe transport crucial.

The process involves more than just booking a shipment; it demands thorough preparation and understanding of various regulations. Ensuring a smooth journey for your prized vehicle is paramount.

This guide shares some essential steps for shipping car from USA to Canada. It will also cover the importance of customs and duties, securing adequate insurance coverage, choosing a reputable transportation company, and preparing for your car’s arrival in Canada. [Read more…] about Shipping Classic or Luxury Cars to Canada: Special Considerations

Filed Under: Logistics Tagged With: canada, car, cars, classic, considerations, luxury, method, shipping, special, transport, usa, vehicles

Auve Tech launches its autonomous shuttle in the US

May 3, 2024 by Mark Allinson

Auve Tech, a developer of autonomous transportation systems, based in Tallinn, Estonia, has officially launched its flagship product, the MiCa shuttle, in the US market.

Auve Tech says the MiCa vehicle offers “turnkey autonomous transportation solutions tailored to diverse environments and simple integration into existing transport networks”.

In an innovative collaboration, Auve Tech has partnered with Guident to integrate its teleoperation solution into the MiCa autonomous shuttle, amplifying its safety features and augmenting Auve Tech’s advanced autonomous technology. [Read more…] about Auve Tech launches its autonomous shuttle in the US

Filed Under: Autonomous Vehicles, News Tagged With: autonomous, auve tech, guident, mica, shuttle, usa, vehicle

ABB invests $20 million into upgrading its US robotics headquarters

March 29, 2024 by David Edwards

ABB has opened its refitted US robotics headquarters and manufacturing facility in Auburn Hills, Michigan, which will support ABB Robotics’ global operations in developing and manufacturing cutting-edge robotic solutions in the US, for the US and the Americas.

The expanded facility reflects ABB’s commitment to long-term growth in the US market, which is predicted to follow global growth rates for robotics of 8 percent compound annual growth rate, as well as the company’s global investment to build Robotics and Automation capacity and create new, highly skilled jobs.

This is ABB’s third global robotics factory expansion in three years across China, Europe and the Americas and is part of its efforts to further strengthen its local-for-local footprint. [Read more…] about ABB invests $20 million into upgrading its US robotics headquarters

Filed Under: Infrastructure, News Tagged With: abb, auburn hills, facility, hq, investment, usa

ZF opens new factories in India and the USA

February 15, 2024 by David Edwards

ZF’s Commercial Vehicle Solutions (CVS) division is leveraging global growth opportunities brought by increasing trends towards decarbonizing commercial vehicles.

Yesterday, the division opened a plant in Oragadam, India (Tamil Nadu Province), where electric components will also be produced for the Indian and Asian markets.

A week earlier, ZF’s US plant in Gray Court started local production of the efficient and hybrid-capable PowerLine transmission for light commercial vehicles for the North American market. With both locations, the CVS division is continuing its global growth and sustainability strategy. [Read more…] about ZF opens new factories in India and the USA

Filed Under: Infrastructure, News Tagged With: commercial, division, factories, india, plants, usa, vehicles, zf

SpartanNash introduces ‘retail innovation’ with in-store robot from Simbe

February 14, 2024 by Mark Allinson

Food solutions company SpartanNash has agreed plans to implement Simbe Robotics’ autonomous inventory robot Tally in 60 additional company-operated stores across the Midwest USA.

This opportunity to generate actionable, real-time inventory insights represents SpartanNash’s continued investment in technology to enhance the store guest and Associate experiences.

Tom Swanson, SpartanNash executive vice president, corporate retail, says: We first piloted Tally in 15 stores, and the success of that launch motivated us to expand Tally across more locations to help Associates save time in inventory tracking and spend more time on the floor serving our store guests. [Read more…] about SpartanNash introduces ‘retail innovation’ with in-store robot from Simbe

Filed Under: News, Service robots Tagged With: autonomous, inventory, midwest, retail, robot, robotics, simbe, spartnanash, tally, usa

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