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Festo’s GripperAI: Flexible and Reliable Bin Picking for Logistics

May 14, 2026 By Krystie Johnston Festo’s GripperAI is a gamechanger for bin-picking applications. No matter what your process requires, GripperAI exceeds the limitations other gripper systems face GripperAI is a software solution from Festo that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to automate even the most complex gripping tasks without the need for programming. Combine this state-of-the-art software with…

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Product News | Advanced Manufacturing | Advanced Robotics | Feedback Devices & Sensors | Mechatronic Solutions | Motion Control

POSITAL Announces 20 mm Rotary Encoders with Battery-Free Multiturn Rotation Counting Capability

May 11, 2026 Ultra-Compact Position Feedback for Motor Control and Robotic Applications POSITAL is pleased to announce the general availability of its next-generation miniature multiturn IXARC absolute encoders — the smallest devices of their kind currently on the market. Measuring just 20 mm in outer diameter and 22 mm in length, these compact instruments are engineered for…

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News | Advanced Robotics | Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) | Industry Insights | Mechanical Systems | Mechatronic Solutions | Motion Control | Software | Sustainability

The Festo Group – Automation for a World in Motion

May 7, 2026 Automation for a world in motion Festo is an independent family-owned company and a global player in automation technology and technical education, with headquarters in Esslingen a.N. (Germany) – with over 20,000 employees at around 250 locations worldwide, a turnover of 3.33 billion euros and an R&D rate of over 8%. As…

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Product News | Advanced Manufacturing | Advanced Robotics | Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) | Collaborative Robots (cobots) | Logistics and Intralogistics | Mechanical Systems | Motion Control | Motion Controllers | Software

Vention Expands End-of-Line Automation with Integrated Conveyor Ecosystem

May 5, 2026 Vention, creator of the world’s only full-stack automation platform and hardware ecosystem, announced the expansion of its conveyor ecosystem, delivering a fully integrated solution for material handling across assembly lines, warehouse logistics, and end-of-line packaging applications on May 4, 2026. Vention’s conveyor ecosystem is part of its broader platform approach to industrial…

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News | Advanced Manufacturing | Advanced Robotics | Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) | Collaborative Robots (cobots) | Mobile Robots (AGVs, AMRs, UASs, UAVs, etc.) | Product News | Software

Flex and Teradyne Robotics Expand Partnership to Scale Intelligent Automation Across Global Manufacturing

May 1, 2026 Flex (NASDAQ: FLEX) and Teradyne Robotics are expanding their collaboration to accelerate intelligent automation across global manufacturing. Under the expanded relationship, Flex plays a dual role by deploying Teradyne Robotics solutions within its own production facilities while manufacturing key robotics components that enable scalable automation deployments for Teradyne Robotics customers worldwide. Teradyne Robotics…

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News | Advanced Manufacturing | Advanced Robotics | Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) | Industry Insights | Mechatronic Solutions | Motion Control | Software

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz Visits Beckhoff Automation at Hannover Messe

April 27, 2026 Physical AI captivates the political and industrial world During the traditional opening tour of Hannover Messe on April 20, 2026, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz visited Beckhoff Automation, a high-tech company. At the Verl-based family company’s booth, its founder and Managing Director Hans Beckhoff, together with his children Frederike Beckhoff and Johannes Beckhoff,…

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News | Advanced Manufacturing | Advanced Robotics | Industry Insights | Mechanical Systems | Mechatronic Solutions | Motion Control | Software

Electromate Named One of Canada’s Best Workplaces by Great Place to Work

April 27, 2026 Electromate Inc., a Canadian distributor of advanced mechatronic and robotic solutions, has been recognized as the 95th Best Workplace in Canada in 2026 by Great Place to Work. This recognition reflects their ongoing commitment to building a workplace grounded in employee engagement, trust, and a clearly defined company culture. Electromate places a…

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Product News | Advanced Robotics | Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) | Collaborative Robots (cobots) | Industry Insights | Mechatronic Solutions | Motion Control | Software

Beckhoff Facilitates Physical AI

April 23, 2026 Taking automation to the next level with natural language Merging artificial intelligence and classic machine control as the basis for physical AI is a key topic for Beckhoff at Hannover Messe 2026. The automation specialist will be demonstrating how large language models (LLMs) directly influence real motion sequences via standardized interfaces. The…

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Product News | Advanced Robotics | Collaborative Robots (cobots) | Logistics and Intralogistics | Software | Tools

For Packaging and Intralogistics, Festo Is Unifying Automation from Design Through Commissioning

April 21, 2026 At the recent MODEX Show 2026, Festo showcased a palletizer with its configurable multi-axis handling system that outperforms cobots on price. OEMs and system integrators in the warehouse automation and intralogistics industries are under pressure to design, deploy and commission automation systems faster with less risk and cost. At the recent MODEX Show 2026, Festo showcased its unique ecosystem that unifies automation systems from design…

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News | Advanced Robotics | Industry Insights | Software

German Court Rules in Favor of Teradyne Robotics and Issues Preliminary Injunction Against Elite Robots Deutschland in Copyright Infringement Case

April 21, 2026 German court rules in favor of Teradyne Robotics, issues injunction against Elite Robots In February, Teradyne Robotics A/S, a subsidiary of Teradyne, Inc (NASDAQ:TER) took legal action in Germany against Elite Robots’ German subsidiary, Elite Robots Deutschland GmbH (“Elite Robots Germany“) for copyright infringement of Universal Robots’ software. Now, the Regional Court of Hamburg has issued…

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News | Advanced Manufacturing | Advanced Robotics | Education & Training | Featured | Life Sciences | Logistics and Intralogistics

ROBOTIQ: After Serialization: Completing Efficiency & Traceability with Palletizing

Upcoming webinar with OPTEL and Robotiq: Live on April 28th 10 AM EDT How pharmaceutical manufacturers are connecting serialization, aggregation, and palletizing If serialization and aggregation are already part of your operations, the next step, ensuring efficiency and traceability at the pallet level, can make a significant difference. In this session, we’ll show how manufacturers are…

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Product News | Advanced Robotics | Industrial Robots (Articulated, Cartesian, Delta, SCARA, etc.) | Industry Insights | Logistics and Intralogistics | Motion Control | Software

Award-Winning Robot System from Beckhoff

April 14, 2026 Innovation Award 2026 for ATRO ATRO has been honored with the Innovation Award 2026. Beckhoff’s modular industrial robot system impressed the jury with its free scalability, internal media feed, and complete integration into PC-based control technology. Users get a highly flexible robot solution that can be adapted precisely to the task at…

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News | Advanced Manufacturing | Advanced Robotics | Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) | Communications & Networks | Industry Insights | Power Distribution & Energy | Software

New Study Shows Energy Industry Accelerating Shift Toward Autonomous Operations by 2030 as AI Reshapes Performance

April 10, 2026 Asia leads current adoption levels, with North America, including Canada planning the most aggressive acceleration, fueled by AI driven energy demand and expanding data center infrastructure Schneider Electric, a global energy technology leader, unveiled new research highlighting a powerful combination of pressures pushing autonomous operations to the top of the agenda for…

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News | Advanced Robotics | Education & Training | Mechatronic Solutions | Motion Control

maxon Lunch & Learn Seminar on May 14, 2026, on Multi-axis Motion Systems & Robotics

April 6, 2026 Electromate Inc. will host an upcoming Lunch & Learn seminar on May 14, 2026, in collaboration with maxon, offering design engineers and OEMs a focused session on Multi-axis Motion Systems & Robotics. What Will You Learn? This session is built to give attendees a clearer understanding of synchronization levels in multi-axis systems and the communication impact behind…

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Product News | Advanced Robotics | Mechatronic Solutions | Motion Control | Motors

maxon Introduces the ECX PRIME 22 for High-Torque, High-Speed Applications

March 31, 2026 maxon Introduces the ECX PRIME 22 for High-Torque, High-Speed Applications maxon has expanded its ECX PRIME brushless DC motor family with the ECX PRIME 22, a 22 mm diameter motor designed for applications requiring high torque, high speed, and compact integration. It targets precision-driven systems that require stable performance under varying loads….

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Features | Advanced Manufacturing | Advanced Robotics | Cables and Connectors | Industry Insights | Logistics and Intralogistics | Power Distribution & Energy

Utilize Space by Eliminating the Control Cabinet

March 31, 2026 Depalletizing cell with MX-System solves age-old floor space problems in intralogistics Bürkert Fluid Control Systems faced a classic production logistics challenge at its Criesbach Campus in Germany: manually feeding heavy containers into the automated small parts warehouse was slowing down processes and putting strain on personnel. However, there simply wasn’t enough floor…

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Advanced Robotics

Festo’s GripperAI: Flexible and Reliable Bin Picking for Logistics

POSITAL Announces 20 mm Rotary Encoders with Battery-Free Multiturn Rotation Counting Capability

The Festo Group – Automation for a World in Motion

Vention Expands End-of-Line Automation with Integrated Conveyor Ecosystem

Flex and Teradyne Robotics Expand Partnership to Scale Intelligent Automation Across Global Manufacturing

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz Visits Beckhoff Automation at Hannover Messe

Electromate Named One of Canada’s Best Workplaces by Great Place to Work

Beckhoff Facilitates Physical AI

For Packaging and Intralogistics, Festo Is Unifying Automation from Design Through Commissioning

German Court Rules in Favor of Teradyne Robotics and Issues Preliminary Injunction Against Elite Robots Deutschland in Copyright Infringement Case

ROBOTIQ: After Serialization: Completing Efficiency & Traceability with Palletizing

Award-Winning Robot System from Beckhoff

New Study Shows Energy Industry Accelerating Shift Toward Autonomous Operations by 2030 as AI Reshapes Performance

maxon Lunch & Learn Seminar on May 14, 2026, on Multi-axis Motion Systems & Robotics

maxon Introduces the ECX PRIME 22 for High-Torque, High-Speed Applications

Utilize Space by Eliminating the Control Cabinet

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