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30 articles from Industrial IoT practitioners
Toyota estimates 1T yen/year for automation from 2028
Toyota told investors automation across its factories and major suppliers could cost about 1 trillion yen a year from 2028 and involve roughly 400,000 robots.
Lockheed Martin and Xaba cite 10x gain in robot drilling accuracy with xCognition
Lockheed Martin and Xaba say xCognition improved robot drilling accuracy and consistency by 10x, based on a two-phase evaluation in an aerospace work cell.
Construction robots are starting to roll out like software, and Caterpillar knows the drill
Caterpillar is porting lessons from autonomous mining into AI rollout, as Gravis raises $200M and Starlink-style LEO links reshape remote ops.
Industrial automation's mid-2026 moment: AI picking, superhumanoids, and the safety certification push
From AI-based grippers to ISO 27001-certified robot makers, industrial automation's summer 2026 wave carries concrete operational implications.
Automate 2026 sets records with 50,000 registrants as humanoid robots and industrial AI take center stage
Automate 2026 drew 50,000+ registrants and 1,230 exhibitors to Chicago, marking the largest edition in the show's history.
Robots, AI, and IIoT are reshaping the factory floor, but the real work is in integration
Robotics, AI quality control, and IIoT-driven predictive maintenance are converging in manufacturing, pushing ops leaders to rethink how they buy, deploy, and g
Industrial vision sector expands across automation, robotics, and AI-driven inspection
The A3's Vision Industry Insights hub tracks 560+ developments across machine vision, robotics, and AI inspection, here's what enterprise ops teams need to know.
Robotics, AI accountability, and autonomous forklifts: automation's operational priorities this week
From ABB's new Visual SLAM forklift to a 70% AI accountability gap, this week's automation developments carry direct implications for ops and procurement teams.
OMRON debuts LD-150 and LD-300 AMRs at Automate 2026, targeting higher-throughput material flow
OMRON Robotics unveiled two next-gen LD Series AMRs at Automate 2026, built for heavier loads and tighter production spaces.
Chinese industrial robots now reach 148 countries as factory task complexity rises
Chinese-manufactured robots are handling complex factory tasks and shipping to 148 countries, raising urgent questions for global procurement and ops teams.
Robotics in manufacturing: five shifts defining factory floors in mid-2026
Physical AI, a massive automation gap, and a wave of new industrial partnerships are reshaping how manufacturers buy and deploy robotics in 2026.
Standard Bots CEO: physical AI is closing the gap between what manufacturers want to automate and what they can
Standard Bots co-founder Evan Beard says physical AI lets manufacturers teach robots by demonstration, not programming, unlocking tasks once dismissed as imposs
Physical AI hits the warehouse floor: five industrial robotics moves from June 2025
From truck unloading to no-code paint cobots, the latest industrial robotics announcements carry concrete implications for ops and procurement teams.
Mouser adds nine manufacturers to industrial automation lineup in H1 2026
Mouser Electronics added nine manufacturers to its industrial automation portfolio in the first half of 2026, spanning AI/ML, connectivity, power, control, and sensing.
Regal Rexnord targets flexible automation cells with integrated motion portfolio
Regal Rexnord's latest motion systems let one cobot cover up to 10 meters of horizontal range, cutting hardware count in flexible manufacturing cells.
Robotics roundup: humanoid application centers, drone scale, and inbound logistics automation mark shift to execution
From a Dutch humanoid application centre to ANRA's 55,000 monthly drone ops, enterprise robotics deployments are accelerating fast.
Fanuc, Kawasaki, and Stellantis anchor a wave of industrial AI partnerships reshaping factory floors
Major robotics and auto brands are embedding AI into production systems, with imitation learning and digital twins changing how factories operate.
AI deals and embodied robotics push factory automation into a new era
Fanuc, Google, Kawasaki, and Stellantis headline a wave of industrial AI partnerships reshaping how robots are built, trained, and deployed.
Industrial automation accelerates in 2026 as AI, humanoids, and facility investments converge
AI robots, AMRs, and facility buildouts are reshaping industrial manufacturing in 2026, but operational readiness may be the real bottleneck.
A3's Automate 2026 puts humanoid robots, industrial AI, and safety standards at center stage
A3's Automate 2026 opens June 22–25 with 50,000+ attendees, 1,000+ exhibitors, and a dedicated Humanoid Robot Pavilion sponsored by NVIDIA.
Physical AI and embodied robotics headline manufacturing's mid-2026 intelligence push
From physical AI closing the simulation gap to embodied robotics fighting margin pressure, manufacturing's mid-2026 agenda centers on operational intelligence.
Automate 2026: Inside Chicago's Preview of Robotics, AI and Humanoids
Automate 2026 opens June 22 in Chicago with 1,000+ exhibitors, a new humanoid pavilion, and a sector-wide debate on why AI, not machines, now limits factory perfo
FANUC America debuts Cobot and Go booth with rapid-deployment automation at Automate 2026
FANUC America is showing pre-engineered collaborative robot systems built for rapid deployment at a dedicated Cobot and Go booth at Automate 2026 in Chicago.
Ericsson and the Convergence of 5G and Automation in Manufacturing
The Convergence of 5G and Automation in Manufacturing: A New Industrial Revolution The manufacturing industry stands at an inflection point. Advances in 5G technology and automation are coming together to transform the way products are made, and the role that humans and machines play in this process. Per Treven, Director of Business Development at Ericsson,…
Creating Long Term Value Through Industrial Automation
In the dynamic landscape of technology, automation has become more than a luxury, it’s a game-changer. For those involved in manufacturing, if automation and robotics aren’t on your radar yet, you’re potentially missing out. In this compelling episode of Getting Smart, host Brandon Pfluger invites an industry veteran to share his insights—Scott Marsic, the Group…
Revolutionizing Automation – A Focus on Intralogistics with Siemens
Intralogistics expert Craig Henry, U.S. Industry Manager for Intralogistics at Siemens, joins Getting Smart and walks us through the rapidly evolving industrial landscape. Craig discusses how automation, robotics, and digitalization are critical for shaping the future of various sectors. So, what’s the current state of automation and robotics? Well, there’s a broad spectrum in that…
Cutting-Edge Robotic Manipulation: The Future of 3D Bin-Picking and Industrial Automation?
The robotics industry is growing – and fast. Predicted to hit $34 billion in the US this year, the robotics market is changing the way companies interact, factories assemble, and people work. The work behind these robots is no easy feat, it takes years, sometimes even decades to build the machines we rely on. So,…
Pillars of a High Functioning Manufacturing Warehouse Solution with Brian Reinhart
People want goods faster, cheaper, and easier. What else is new? But wanting it and making it happen are two different things. Manufacturing is always up for the task; thankfully, with today’s automated technology solutions, new ways of achieving those goals are at hand. Brian Reinhart, VP of Sales, Marketing, and Solutions with Hai Robotics,…
How IO Link Is Paving the Way for IIOT Advancements
IO Link industrial communication technology is growing rapidly as a point-to-point communication system for delivering device data. Host Hilary Kennedy welcomed guest Tim Graham, Product Manager at Schneider Packaging Equipment, to discuss how this technology is changing industries and bringing greater efficiency to operations. Before taking on his role as product manager, Graham worked for…
Why Your Business May Be Closer to Adopting Automation than You Think
Adaptability is one of the most important skills you can have in today’s business world. No one was expecting a pandemic to shut business down and create new challenges, but those who have been able to change on the fly have weathered the storm well. Not only is Vecna Robotics flexible, said David…
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