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RightHand Robotics Announces Strategic Investment from Rockwell Automation

Combining RightHand Robotics' innovative robotic piece-picking technology with Rockwell Automation’s industry-leading expertise, the collaboration aims to offer smarter, more efficient, and fully integrated automation solutions for supply chains worldwide.

ProMat Q&A with Piab

Piab’s exhibit at ProMat 2025 will highlight its dedication to advancing logistics and warehousing operations through cutting-edge vacuum technology.

The Future of Machining: Key Trends and Innovations

AI and robotics are seen to deeply disturb specialized industry sectors, bringing beneficial pioneering modernizations in machining, industrial manufacturing and machine shops. Elitsa Krumova explores the future of machining in more depth on behalf of DELMIA.

Four questions to determine if AutoStore is right for your operation

AutoStore empowered by Swisslog’s SynQ software can deliver a solid return on investment. Here are four questions to help you determine if AutoStore is a good fit for your business.

ProMat Q&A with ForwardX Robotics

Visitors can engage with our top specialists, explore behind-the-scenes automation logic, and discover how our solutions drive operational excellence. Don’t miss the chance to see innovation firsthand and learn how we can optimize your workflow!

Redefining industries with robotics and AI

While robotics have been a staple in the automotive manufacturing industry for decades, the applications have now spread far beyond, reshaping industries from agriculture to healthcare and service industries.

Maximum process reliability for the protein source of the future

For more than 30 years, the SCHUNK PGN-plus-P gripper has been the most versatile gripper on the market, and is constantly finding new applications. A current and unusual application example is the use in the automated production of animal feed from insect larvae in Austria.

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Robotic Software Market is Poised to Surpass USD 150 Billion by 2034

With businesses across industries striving to optimize operations, increase efficiency, and reduce costs, robotic software is becoming a crucial component of modern industrial and service applications.

'Eyes, hands, brains and mobility' will define robotics beyond 2025

Building on 50 years of robotics leadership, 2025 marks the beginning of a new era of AI application in industrial robotics. Launch of new ABB Robotics brand film unveils new levels of versatilty for robots to do more tasks, in more places.

PACK EXPO Southeast 2025: The Future of Packaging & Processing Arrives in Atlanta

This brand-new regional show promises to connect industry leaders, innovators and decision-makers while showcasing cutting-edge technologies that will shape the future of manufacturing across more than 40 vertical markets.

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MCVH Connectors: Power M23 Solutions for Harsh Environments

The MCVH series is engineered for a wide range of applications in rugged environments, delivering a dependable maximum rating of 600V and 30A.

Elmo Motion Control Kicks off the 2025 Global Roadshow at Smart Factory and Automation World Korea

The future Titanium line of multi-axis servo drives, and the current Platinum line will be presented at the show. Both product lines contain full functional safety options and deliver heightened motion accuracy, performance, and robustness for almost any machine.

Kardex Showcases Live Robotic Item Picking by Berkshire Grey for AutoStore™ - See It in Action Before Anyone Else

At Berkshire Grey's facility in Bedford, MA, Kardex has integrated AutoStore and robotic item picking seamlessly with Kardex FulfillX, proving that AI-powered bin picking is not just the future-it's happening today. Unlike others who will have to wait until late 2025, Kardex invites you to come see this technology in action now. 

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Oriental Motor USA - Ideal for AGV/AMR Applications
Oriental Motor USA - Ideal for AGV/AMR Applications

Oriental Motor USA - Ideal for AGV/AMR Applications

The BLV Series R Type brushless DC motor (BLDC motor) speed control system offers the design of motor and driver significantly reduced in size and weight, yet high-power, and contributes to the battery driven automation. The BLV Series R Type is compatible with the two interfaces of Modbus (RTU) and CANopen communication.

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MMP Inc. / MIDWEST MOTION PRODUCTS, INC.

The Leader in Rapid Prototyping of High-Quality Motion Control Solutions. MMP is actively engaged in the design, manufacturing and distribution of standard and custom motion control equipment, including fully reversible brushed and brushless DC gearmotors, motors with failsafe brakes and servomotors with feedback devices such as analog tachometers and encoders. We also provide fully-sealed IP-65 motor speed controls @ 12/24/48 VDC, AC~DC power supplies and a wide variety of 12/24 VDC linear actuators. If you need a sample right away, we can be a project saving convenience for you. We provide more than 8000+ released DC Gearmotor designs with cost-effective solutions for robotics and automation companies. These designs are unique and custom-built to suit the specific application requirements of the motion control projects.