LG acquires Majority Stake in Bear Robotics to Bolster Robotics Capabilities
Strategic investment aims to accelerate innovation across LG’s commercial, home, and industrial robot solutions LG Electronics has taken a significant step in advancing its robotics capabilities by securing a majority stake in Bear Robotics, a prominent Silicon Valley-based startup specializing in AI-driven autonomous service robots. This acquisition aligns with LG’s strategy to strengthen its presence in the robotics sector, a key...
Freespace Robotics announced partnership and investment from Matthews Automation Solutions
Partnership to drive adoption of next-generation high-speed, high-density storage and retrieval solutions for warehouse and last-mile operations Freespace Robotics has announced a strategic partnership and investment from the Automation Solutions business of Matthews International Corporation. This partnership combines Freespace Robotics’ groundbreaking high-density, dynamic storage cube with Matthews’ industry-leading software,...
PLASTICS Industry Association announced 2025 promotions
The Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) has announced a series of promotions, effective at the start of 2025, in addition to its announcement of recent promotions and hires within the Executive Leadership Team. These appointments reinforce the association’s commitment to protecting, promoting, and growing the plastics industry across the entire supply chain. “I’m excited to recognize these well-earned promotions within our team...
Forklift and Material Handling Wholesaler will be at ProMat 2025
Stop by and sign up for this money-saving incentive Forklift and Material Handling Wholesaler will be exhibiting at ProMat 2025 in Chicago March 17-20, 2025. Visit us at Booth #S4828 to meet Monty, Johannes, Christoph, and Dean. Discover how we can help you buy and sell equipment quickly and effortlessly—while saving money! Exclusive ProMat Incentive: Sign up for an annual dealer membership and receive advertising credit equal...
MARTINS expand its product portfolio
MARTINS has announced the acquisition of the brand ABC American Balancing Corp, which specializes in tire balancing beads. This strategic acquisition marks a new step in the diversification and expansion of MARTINS’ product offering. ABC American Balancing Corp provides a versatile solution catering to a wide range of vehicles, including motorcycles, through a traditional method of bead insertion directly via the tire valve....
HUBTEX UK celebrates 25 years
A quarter of a century after its founding, HUBTEX UK has grown from humble beginnings in a garage to become a major player in the UK market. HUBTEX UK’s history is one of continuous growth, innovation, and a firm commitment to quality and safety. HUBTEX’s roots go back to the early 1980’s, before Malcom Manser and HUBTEX GmbH had the idea of setting HUBTEX UK. HUBTEX UK began operations in 1999 – initially in a small...
The Reusable Packaging Association enters 2025 with new leadership
The Reusable Packaging Association (RPA) enters 2025 with a new leadership team including its executive committee and additions to its board of directors, following the association’s annual election. After serving a two-year term as chairman of the board, Kevin Mazula, CEO of RM2, is pleased to pass the gavel to RPA’s 2024 Vice Chairperson, Samantha Goetz, Director of Marketing Communications for ORBIS Corporation. Goetz will begin...