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Gumstix Announces Official Support for Open Source Robot Operating System

Gumstix, Inc., the premier provider of Linux computers-on-modules (COMs), today announced official support for ROS, the open source Robot Operating System originally created by Willow Garage, on its ARM-based line of Overo COMs. ROS provides a software framework for robot software development on Unix-like systems, with official support for Ubuntu and a large community of users.

25 Jan 2013

New Flexible Zero-Pressure Accumulation Conveyors by Intelligrated

Intelligrated®, a leading North American-based automated material handling solutions provider, announces the release of ZoneFlex™, a flexible zone control for the company’s Accuglide™ and IntelliQ®zero-pressure accumulation conveyors.

From Honeywell Intelligrated 21 Jan 2013

Adept Launches Innovative Vision-Based Robotic Parts Feeding Solution

Adept Technology, Inc., a leading provider of intelligent robots and autonomous mobile solutions announced the introduction of the Adept FlexiBowl®, an innovative vision-based robotic parts feeding solution available as an option on all Adept robot systems. The Adept FlexiBowl® utilizes circular band tracking to simplify and speed the robotic acquisition of component parts used in assembly, handling and kitting applications.

18 Jan 2013

Universal Robots to Showcase Robotic Arms at Automate Show

Universal Robots' collaborative robots have opened up a new market for robotics in North America. The distributor list of the Danish robotic arms is rapidly expanding as resellers show the robots to end customers with production processes previously thought impossible to automate due to cost and complexity.

17 Jan 2013

Roboteq Introduces Magnetic Sensor to Steer Automatic Guided Vehicles

Roboteq, Inc. introduces a magnetic guide sensor capable of detecting and reporting the position of a magnetic field along its horizontal axis. The sensor is intended for line following robotic applications, using adhesive magnetic tape to form a track guide on the floor.

From Roboteq, Inc. 11 Jan 2013

CMU and Anglo American Partner to Develop Innovative Mining Robotics

Carnegie Mellon University has signed a five-year master agreement with one of the world's largest mining companies, London-based Anglo American PLC, to develop robotic technologies for mining.

10 Jan 2013

Wynright Introduces Autonomous Robotic Truck UNloader for Warehouse Applications

Wynright Corporation, a leading independent, U.S.-based provider of intelligent material handling systems, today revealed it has added a new, patented Robotic Truck UNloader (RTU) to its extensive line of robotic solutions for warehouse and distribution center (DC) applications.

9 Jan 2013

Automated Systems Manufacturer Tennessee Rand Acquired by Lincoln Electric

Lincoln Electric Holdings, Inc. announced today that it has acquired the privately-held automated systems and tooling manufacturer, Tennessee Rand, Inc.

3 Jan 2013

SITA Finland Procures Two ZenRobotics Recycler Systems

SITA Finland Ltd. a subsidiary of Europe's largest environmental services provider SUEZ Environnement, and ZenRobotics Ltd., the world leader in robotic recycling today announced a deal for the world's first multiple robot waste sorting process.

24 Dec 2012

Automated Microelectronics Packaging Equipment Provider Wins 2012 Exporter of the Year Award

Palomar Technologies, the world-leading provider of precision microelectronics and optoelectronic packaging systems, was selected as the winner of the 2012 Exporter of the Year award, presented at the San Diego North Economic Development Council (SDNEDC) Annual Business Luncheon.

14 Dec 2012