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Machine vision, automation streamline logistics and warehousing operations

Control Engineering

Due to staffing shortages and major supply chain issues, manufacturers are willing to emphasize automation more to meet surging demand. Autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) and automated guided vehicles (AGVs) used machine vision and sensing technologies to move around freely and a key part around automation when it comes to logistics.

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New enabling technologies from Automate 2025

Robotics Business Review

DETROIT — With more than 40,000 attendees and 800 exhibitors, Automate 2025 this week was a prime place to see and learn about the latest industrial automation. Here are some of the latest enabling technologies for manufacturing and logistics as part of our ongoing Automate coverage.

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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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ABB Identifies New Frontiers for Robotics and AI in 2024

Gary Mintchell

The impetus relates to ABB’s continued expansion into new segments not previously served by robotic automation. AI-enabled mobile robots can transform sectors like discrete manufacturing, logistics and laboratories,” said Segura. Not to mention, ABB is celebrating 50 years of robotics innovation this year.

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Transform your manufacturing business with supply chain management

Manufacturer's Monthly

It seems that the balance between dependable suppliers and cost-effective materials has reached its end for discrete manufacturers. Communication crisis Poor communication with suppliers is not only frustrating but also a logistical minefield. In todays dynamic market, SCM is crucial for enhancing efficiency and reducing costs.

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3 ways ABB sees AI driving robotics innovation

Robotics Business Review

From mobile robots to cobots and beyond, AI is giving robots unprecedented levels of speed, accuracy, and payload carrying ability, enabling them to take on more tasks in settings like flexible factories, warehouses, logistics centers and laboratories.

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Manufacturer opens packaging and logistics headquarters

Control Engineering

Robotics insights ABB Robotics’ packaging and logistics headquarters is part of their $22 million investment in the U.S. to bring automation technology closer to customers The Georgia headquarters will support complete range of customer needs, from the development of automated solutions to training and education.