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Swisslog Drive Automation Excellence at Dm-Drogerie Markt’s Award-Winning Wustermark Facility

(IN BRIEF) Dm-drogerie markt, in collaboration with Swisslog and robotics provider KUKA, has revolutionized automated logistics with its award-winning Wustermark distribution centre. Opened in 2020, the facility enhances efficiency and productivity using advanced technologies while reducing employee workloads. Built on … Read the full press release

Hiab Unveils MULTILIFT TALON to Revolutionize Defence Logistics with Advanced Automation

(IN BRIEF) Hiab, part of Cargotec, has unveiled the MULTILIFT TALON, a cutting-edge container handling system designed to transform logistics for defence forces. The new system allows for automated transitions between Flatrack and ISO Container modes directly from the vehicle … Read the full press release

QC Scanner MS 2920 Relaunch Brings Advanced Automation and Efficiency to Salmon Fillet Processing

(IN BRIEF) The newly upgraded QC Scanner MS 2920 is a cutting-edge solution for the salmon processing industry, offering enhanced precision, automation, and efficiency. The scanner provides real-time quality inspection of salmon fillets, identifying defects such as dark spots and … Read the full press release

ZF Introduces Enhanced Safety and Automation Features for Commercial Vehicles with OnGuardMAX and mBSP XBS Platforms

(IN BRIEF) At IAA Transportation 2024, ZF introduced the latest version of its Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS), OnGuardMAX, and its modular brake platform, mBSP XBS, for the European commercial vehicle market. OnGuardMAX offers enhanced safety features like Moving Off … Read the full press release

Merck and Siemens Forge Alliance to Accelerate the Future of Smart Manufacturing

(IN BRIEF) Merck and Siemens have signed a strategic partnership to accelerate digital transformation in manufacturing through smart, modular production systems. Siemens will become Merck’s preferred global supplier, providing advanced hardware and software solutions via the Siemens Xcelerator platform. The … Read the full press release

MAN Truck & Bus Welcomes 500+ New Trainees with a Focus on E-Mobility and Automation

(IN BRIEF) MAN Truck & Bus has welcomed 511 new apprentices and 27 dual students for the 2024 training year across its German production sites in Munich, Nuremberg, Salzgitter, and its service operations. This intake brings the total number of … Read the full press release

Ingka Group Invests in Advanced Automation at IKEA South Korea to Boost E-Commerce Fulfillment

(IN BRIEF) IKEA South Korea has implemented advanced automation systems at its Giheung store as part of a global initiative by the Ingka Group to enhance customer experience and operational efficiency. The €11 million investment in technology, including wireless-controlled robots … Read the full press release

Siemens and Boson Energy Partner to Transform Non-Recyclable Waste into Green Hydrogen

(IN BRIEF) Siemens AG and Boson Energy have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to collaborate on converting non-recyclable waste into clean hydrogen energy. Utilizing Siemens’ advanced technology and consultancy services, including automation and digitalization from the Siemens Xcelerator portfolio, the … Read the full press release

KUKA and Swisslog Showcase AI Advancements in Robotics and Logistics, Addressing Challenges in Automation

(IN BRIEF) KUKA and Swisslog recently highlighted advancements in AI integration for robotics and logistics during a virtual press conference. KUKA showcased an AI chatbot simplifying robot programming through voice commands, while Swisslog presented ItemPiQ, an AI-driven robot enhancing product … Read the full press release

ANDRITZ Unveils Comprehensive Automation and Digitalization Solutions for Feed Industry Advancement

(IN BRIEF) ANDRITZ, a leading provider of industrial technology solutions, has launched a comprehensive array of automation and digitalization solutions for the feed industry through its Metris digital platform. With a vision for fully autonomous feed plant operations by 2027, … Read the full press release

ANDRITZ Unveils Award-Winning Extraction System and Innovation Center at Anuga FoodTec 2024

(IN BRIEF) International technology group ANDRITZ is set to showcase its extensive array of solutions for dewatering, drying, and automation in the food industry at Anuga FoodTec 2024 in Cologne, Germany. One of the highlights includes their groundbreaking Turbex extraction … Read the full press release

Accenture to Empower McDonald’s Workforce with AI and Digital Skills

(IN BRIEF) McDonald’s and Accenture are expanding their partnership to leverage advanced technology and generative AI solutions across McDonald’s global restaurants, aiming to improve operations, enhance customer and employee experiences, and boost efficiency. The collaboration includes accelerating automation innovations from … Read the full press release

ABB Expands Partnership with Volvo Cars to Supply Over 1,300 Robots for EV Production

(IN BRIEF) ABB is expanding its partnership with Volvo Cars to supply more than 1,300 robots and functional packages for the production of electric vehicles (EVs). The collaboration aims to support Volvo Cars in achieving sustainability goals as the automotive … Read the full press release

Schneider Electric to Advocate for Rapid and Equitable Net-Zero Transition at COP28

(IN BRIEF) Schneider Electric, a leader in energy management and automation, is participating in the COP28 United Nations Climate Change Conference in Dubai. The company’s CEO and Chairman will attend the conference to advocate for an accelerated and equitable transition … Read the full press release

Alstom Secures Major Contract to Implement NExTEO Signalling System in Paris

(IN BRIEF) Alstom, a global leader in sustainable mobility, has secured a significant contract valued at nearly 300 million euros to implement the NExTEO signalling system on the RER¹ B and RER D lines in the Île-de-France region. This contract … Read the full press release

SIX Introduces AI-Powered Tool to Enhance Corporate Actions Data Retrieval

(IN BRIEF) SIX, a global financial information provider, has launched SIX Bot, an automated software application that provides financial professionals with access to corporate actions data. This tool allows users to ask questions about corporate actions events, delivering real-time information … Read the full press release

Hailo Technologies’ AI Processors to Power Schneider Electric’s Industrial Automation Innovations

(IN BRIEF) Schneider Electric is partnering with Hailo Technologies, an AI chipmaker, to incorporate Hailo’s advanced processors into Schneider Electric’s industrial automation solutions. This collaboration aims to enhance industrial automation performance, with key benefits including six times faster object detection, … Read the full press release

Siemens Envisions a Future of Effortless Machine Vision Integration Through Strategic Partnerships

(IN BRIEF) Siemens has entered into two significant partnerships with leading companies in machine vision and industrial image processing, Basler AG and MVTec Software GmbH. These collaborations aim to simplify the integration of machine vision applications into existing automation technology, … Read the full press release

Ericsson Unveils Cloud-Native Transport Automation Controller with AI for Efficient Network Management

(IN BRIEF) Ericsson has introduced its Ericsson Transport Automation Controller, a cloud-native solution that employs artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning to enhance the efficiency of microwave, IP, and optical networks for communications service providers (CSPs). This intelligent controller enables … Read the full press release

Enhancing Agricultural Precision: Bosch Engineering’s Sensor Solutions Unveiled

(IN BRIEF) Bosch Engineering, a pioneer in sensor technology, is introducing advanced sensor systems to enhance automation in agriculture. These high-performance surround sensors are designed to make farming more efficient and sustainable, particularly for agricultural machinery and autonomous field robots. … Read the full press release