ABB Robotics has enhanced its logistics automation portfolio with the launch of the Robotic Item Picker – a new AI and vision-based solution that can accurately detect and pick items in unstructured environments in warehouses and fulfilment centres. “The explosion…
Comau unveiled as Intrinsic’s first industrial and innovation partner
Comau has been unveiled as the first industry partner of Intrinsic, which is on a mission to make industrial robotics accessible and usable for millions more businesses, entrepreneurs, and developers. On stage, Pietro Gorlier, Comau’s CEO, demonstrated how the company…
EMO Hannover 2023: Megatrends supporting manufacturing companies in international competition
European manufacturing companies are faced with multiple challenges when competing internationally. The hurdles that have to be overcome range from high energy and personnel costs to shortages of skilled workers and unstable supply chains for a wide variety of components.…
UK urged to relaunch industrial strategy and stop ‘flip flopping’
The UK needs to relaunch an industrial strategy and stop ‘flip flopping’ on initiatives if it is to avoid falling behind on the global stage, manufacturing bosses have warned. The call to action, from Make UK, which represents 20,000 manufacturers…
Industry calls for royal commission on industrial strategy
Britain’s manufacturers are calling for the establishment of a Royal Commission as a starting point to develop a long-term, modern Industrial Strategy which would help provide companies with a vision and a stable environment to invest, access talent and grow…
AI market to become a trillion-dollar sector in the next 5 years
With AI emerging as a game-changing technology with the potential to revolutionise virtually every industry, the issue of trust in related systems has become increasingly important. As AI continues to exhibit its potential, the level of trust in these systems…
CLPA’s digital innovation goes live at DMA Europa
At the forefront of network technology advancements, the CLPA is unlocking new opportunities and possibilities for players in the industrial automation sector. In line with this strategy, the organisation’s new Virtual Presence provides visitors with an innovative digital space to…
Appian infuses process automation with Generative AI
Appian has announced the launch of Appian AI Skill Designer and the integration of Generative AI in the Appian Platform. Through low-code design Appian democratises AI development, eliminating the need for specialised data science and Python coding skills, delivering the…
ABB transforms AMR performance with launch of Visual SLAM
ABB Robotics has transformed its Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) with the addition of Visual Simultaneous Localisation and Mapping (Visual SLAM) technology, enabling its AMRs to make intelligent navigation decisions based on their surroundings. Using AI-enabled 3D vision to perform location…
Skilled labour shortages effects smart homes and buildings
A new report from Guidehouse Insights explores the impact of skilled labour shortages on smart homes and intelligent buildings. The “Great Reshuffle” in labour brought on by the coronavirus pandemic has worsened an already existing skilled labour shortage, but its…
