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Logistics, robotics advances at the heart of improving automation

Control Engineering

In 2019, ProMat was running concurrently with Automate, run by the Association for Advancing Automation (A3), and each side had its own space. ProMat emphasized material handling and logistics; Automate emphasized robotics and automation. This is the way of the future in manufacturing, warehousing and logistics.

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ProMat 2023 exhibits show what is possible in warehouse automation, motion control

Control Engineering

Learning Objectives Motion control advances, robotics help warehousing, distribution centers and logistics in factories, as shown by ProMat 2023 exhibitors. In 2019, employee-owned Burns & McDonnell formed a business and technology consultancy called 1898 & Co.

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Manufacturer marks 50 years with manufacturing, R&D expansions

Control Engineering

The most recent GPC was dedicated in Suncun, China, in 2019. The complex houses the Festo North America logistics and warehouse center. The GPC is scheduled to begin production by the end of 2022 and will be the first in North America for Festo and the 12th within the company. Courtesy of: Festo U.S.