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Mark Allinson

How Custom Presentation Tools Can Transform Robotics and Automation Proposals

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Effective communication is essential in the robotics and automation industries. A well-crafted proposal can unlock new opportunities; custom presentation tools are key.

From professionally printed folders to visually engaging branded slides, these tools convey professionalism and enhance brand credibility.

Clients appreciate attention to detail in presentations, reflecting a commitment to quality and understanding their needs. Engaging presentations foster conversation and make it easier for clients to ask questions. [Read more…] about How Custom Presentation Tools Can Transform Robotics and Automation Proposals

Arvato Systems partners with Locus Robotics to drive innovation in warehouse management

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Arvato Systems, an IT provider specializing in the logistics industry, is partnering with Locus Robotics, a leading provider of warehouse automation solutions.

The collaboration aims to improve operational efficiency, reduce costs and provide faster and more accurate service to Arvato Systems customers.

Through this cooperation, the company seeks to reinforce its position as a leading company in innovation, committed to the adoption of advanced technologies as an essential element to stay at the forefront of a competitive and constantly evolving sector, such as logistics. [Read more…] about Arvato Systems partners with Locus Robotics to drive innovation in warehouse management

Vecna Robotics raises additional $14.5 million and appoints new CEO

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Vecna Robotics, a specialist in robotic material handling, has raised $14.5 million in additional funding from existing investors.

Proceeds of the funding round are earmarked to accelerate technology and product enhancements to address the automation needs of operators in automotive, general manufacturing, and high-volume warehousing.

Vecna has also appointed Karl Iagnemma as its new CEO. Iagnemma is a robotics expert and entrepreneur with a distinguished career blending academic research and industry leadership. [Read more…] about Vecna Robotics raises additional $14.5 million and appoints new CEO

How to Determine What Lift Kit is Perfect for Your Truck

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Upgrading your truck with the right lift kit can enhance both its performance and appearance. However, choosing the perfect lift kit requires careful consideration of your specific needs and your truck’s capabilities.

This guide will help you determine which lift kit is ideal for your vehicle by focusing on two main factors: identifying your driving needs and considering your truck model. [Read more…] about How to Determine What Lift Kit is Perfect for Your Truck

Top Online Continuing Education Platforms for Professional Development

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In today’s rapidly changing world of work, it has become increasingly crucial to embrace lifelong learning as a key strategy for career advancement.

With industries evolving at a rapid pace, individuals are constantly seeking ways to stay competitive and improve their skill sets. To meet this need, many professionals turn to online platforms for ongoing education.

These online continuing education platforms offer a variety of flexible learning options that can be seamlessly integrated into busy schedules. This article explores some of the leading online learning platforms and how they support continuous professional development. [Read more…] about Top Online Continuing Education Platforms for Professional Development

Formula 1 racing driver Lewis Hamilton living the dream of… being an astronaut

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One of the most successful Formula 1 racing drivers of all time, Sir Lewis Hamilton has always dreamed of going beyond the racetrack and outside Earth’s atmosphere – into space.

As Hamilton’s partnership with IWC Schaffhausen comes to an end, the luxury watchmaker decided to make his dream a reality by arranging some flight training for astronauts. (See video below.)

Joining Hamilton to watch this incredible journey, children from Dibia Dream social STEM education programs were reminded that if you train hard, stay focused and work with dedication, you can become anything you want in life and achieve great things.

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PCBWay launches mechanical and electronics design competitions

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PCBWay launches 7th electronics project design contest

Some people believe that the printed circuit board, or PCB, is one of the most important inventions – if not the most important invention – ever.

The man credited with the invention of the first PCB is Paul Eisler, who is said to have sold the rights for £1 – that’s one English pound – at the end of the 1930s.

Eisler did negotiate a minority stake in a company called Technograph through the sale, but if he had negotiated a single penny for every PCB sold, it probably would have generated more money for a single product in history. [Read more…] about PCBWay launches mechanical and electronics design competitions

Fanuc launches new ‘heavyweight’ industrial robot

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Fanuc, a world leader in industrial robotics and factory automation, has introduced the M-950iA “heavyweight industrial robot”, capable of lifting 500 kg – including automotive components, construction materials and EV battery packs.

Fitting perfectly between Fanuc’s M-900iB and M-1000iA families, the serial-link structured M-950iA/500 offers a much wider range of motion than standard parallel-link robots, offering flexibility that easily adapts to tight workspaces and variable layouts.

A high-rigidity design makes it suited for payloads up to 500 kg and its reach of 2,830 mm is paired with an impressive range of motion on the robot’s J3 axis, allowing it to flip over backwards. [Read more…] about Fanuc launches new ‘heavyweight’ industrial robot

ABB opens new $100 million campus in Wisconsin

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ABB has started the phased opening of a new $100 million campus in New Berlin, Wisconsin to increase US production capacity of industrial electric drives and service to fully meet Build America Buy America Act (BABAA) requirements.

ABB employees, elected officials, education leaders, and media gathered for a ribbon cutting event to mark the first phase opening of the campus.

Brandon Spencer, president of ABB’s Motion Business Area, says: “ABB is a technology leader in electrification and automation and the US market is an important growth engine for our business. [Read more…] about ABB opens new $100 million campus in Wisconsin

Universal Robots unveils its AI Accelerator

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Universal Robots, the Danish collaborative robot (cobot) company, has presented for the first time the UR AI Accelerator – a ready-to-use hardware and software toolkit created to further enable the development of AI-powered cobot applications.

Designed for commercial and research applications, the UR AI Accelerator provides developers with an extensible platform to build applications, accelerate research and reduce time to market of AI products.

The toolkit brings AI acceleration to Universal Robots’ (UR) next-generation software platform PolyScope X and is powered by Nvidia Isaac accelerated libraries and AI models, running on the Nvidia Jetson AGX Orin system-on-module. [Read more…] about Universal Robots unveils its AI Accelerator