Inside IMTS 2026: Manufacturing’s Biggest Stage Delivers a Masterclass in Scale, Resilience, and Automation
CHICAGO — Last week, after breaking in a brand-new pair of heavily padded shoes and packing an upgraded audio setup, I stepped into the labyrinthine manufacturing extravaganza known as the International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS) 2026. Held…
The Dawn of the Robot Workforce: Inside Boston Dynamics’ New Metaplant Application Center
In a move that signals a tectonic shift in industrial automation, Boston Dynamics has officially inaugurated its Robotics Metaplant Application Center (RMAC). Located on the sprawling grounds of the Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America (HMGMA) near…
The Evolution of Industrial Automation: Insights from Motion Ai at Automate 2026
The landscape of industrial automation is undergoing a profound transformation. As manufacturers grapple with persistent labor shortages, the demand for resilient supply chains, and the imperative of reshoring, the traditional model of…
The Future of Racing: Indy Autonomous Challenge Marks Historic Milestone at Laguna Seca
On September 3, 2026, the world of motorsports underwent a fundamental shift. At the legendary WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, the Indy Autonomous Challenge (IAC) achieved a milestone that, just a few years ago, was considered the "holy grail"…
Neptune Medical Secures FDA Clearance for Triton 1: A New Frontier in Robotic Endoscopy
The landscape of gastroenterology is undergoing a significant transformation. Neptune Medical, a Burlingame, California-based medical technology firm, officially announced this week that it has secured U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) clearance…
U.S. Manufacturing Technology Orders Surge Past $4 Billion in 2026, Driven by Automation and Grid Infrastructure Investments
CHICAGO — The U.S. manufacturing technology sector has continued its historic trajectory through the summer of 2026, recording an extraordinary year of capital investments despite a minor sequential cooling off in July. According to the latest U.S.…
The Post-Humanoid Era: The Looming Crisis of Robot Decommissioning
The gold rush to integrate humanoid robots into the global workforce is no longer a futuristic speculation; it is an industrial reality. As tech giants and startups alike race to achieve mass production, the narrative has been dominated by capabilities:…
Next-Generation Motion Control and Industrial Automation: Innovations Reshaping Modern Manufacturing
By Austin Weber Senior Editor, ASSEMBLY Magazine Modern manufacturing relies heavily on the seamless intersection of digital software and physical hardware. At the core of this industrial evolution is advanced motion control technology. By translating…
Navigating the Capital Frontier: F-Prime Capital to Unveil Exclusive Robotics Investment Insights at RoboBusiness 2026
The global robotics sector is currently experiencing a period of unprecedented financial velocity. As automation integrates deeper into the fabric of global supply chains, healthcare systems, and agricultural operations, the influx of venture capital has…
Hirebotics Redefines Manufacturing Flexibility with New Linear Rail and Line Tracking Capabilities
In a significant move to democratize industrial automation, Nashville-based Hirebotics LLC has unveiled two transformative additions to its collaborative robot (cobot) ecosystem: advanced line-tracking technology and modular linear rail systems.…
