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CHICAGO, March 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- MyBull Intelligent Machinery(MyBull), a global pioneer in autonomous mobile robotics (AMR) and intelligent logistics solutions, unveiled its latest innovations at ProMat 2025, held at Chicago's McCormick Place from March 17-20. The company demonstrated its advanced AMR technologies and warehouse automation solutions at Booth E12025 in Lakeside Hall D, featuring live product demonstrations and expert-led technical sessions. "ProMat 2025 is the ideal stage to showcase how MyBull's intelligent solutions are transforming the future of logistics," said Vinh Tran, General Manager of MyBull U.S. "From autonomous forklifts to precision mapping systems, our technologies empower businesses to achieve unprecedented efficiency, reduce operational costs, and create safer, smarter workplaces. This exhibition underscores our commitment to driving innovation and supporting the global logistics industry's evolution." Live Demos Highlight Seamless AutomationAt the booth, MyBull's autonomous tow tractors and forklifts performed synchronized operations, replicating real-world scenarios of unmanned cargo pickup, transportation, and storage in industrial settings. Attendees witnessed the full workflow of intelligent logistics automation, from material handling to inventory management. Meanwhile, live demonstrations of the 3D mapping devices showcased rapid data acquisition and processing capabilities, drawing enthusiastic engagement and praise from industry professionals. Core Exhibits: Innovation Meets Versatility MyBull Autonomous Tow Tractors Capable of towing multiple cargo carriers simultaneously with customizable trailers and auto-hitch/detach functions. Flexible payload options: 2T, 4T, 6T, 10T and 40T, tailored for factories, automotive manufacturing, airports, ports, and more. MyBull Unmanned Forklifts Designed for indoor/outdoor 24/7 operation, supporting cargo transfer, shelf access, trailer docking, and pallet stacking. High repeat accuracy, rapid deployment, and customizable attachments for enhanced safety and adaptability in warehouses, logistics parks, and ports. Handheld & Backpack Panoramic Mobile Mapping and Acquisition Equipment Compact, lightweight, and user-friendly devices capable of capturing 8K 360° panoramic images and true-color 3D point clouds in challenging environments (e.g., narrow spaces, underground areas, or GNSS-denied zones). Compatible with drones, quadruped robots, and backpacks for applications in BIM modeling, indoor navigation, forensic mapping, forestry surveys, and more. Positioning and Navigation System(PNS) A robust navigation solution enabling precise localization for autonomous vehicles across complex terrains, ensuring reliability in dynamic industrial landscapes. Global Expansion: Accelerating Localized ServicesBuilding on its 2024 international debut in the U.S., Japan, and Saudi Arabia—including the establishment of regional offices—MyBull continues to strengthen its global footprint. ProMAT 2025 marks a pivotal step in the company's mission to empower global partners with smart, flexible automation tools that drive efficiency and digital transformation. About MyBull Intelligent MachineryMyBull is a global innovator in autonomous robotics and intelligent logistics systems, dedicated to redefining efficiency in warehousing, manufacturing, and supply chain operations. With a focus on AI, machine learning, and modular design, MyBull empowers enterprises worldwide to achieve sustainable, future-ready automation. MyBull U.S Office: 39555 Orchard Hill Place, Suite 600 Novi, Michigan 48375. Learn more at www.mybull.com/en or connect with us on LinkedIn.
SHANGHAI, March 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Envision Energy, a world-leading green technology company, recently announced its in-house developed and manufactured sliding bearings have been successfully applied on a large scale for the first time worldwide, achieving zero failures across 500 wind turbines. This milestone makes Envision Energy the world's first wind turbine OEM to achieve independent research, in-house production and large-scale application of sliding bearings, marking a major technological breakthrough in the wind power industry. "Sliding bearings have long been a key innovation in the wind power industry, playing a crucial role in reducing friction and improving efficiency." said Mr. Lou Yimin, Senior Vice President and Chief Product Officer at Envision Energy. "After five years of extensive research, development, and field testing, we have successfully integrated this technology into our wind turbine gearboxes, overcoming technical barriers set by international brands and achieving large-scale application. This success is a testament to our in-house R&D, manufacturing capabilities, and unwavering commitment to technological innovation." Envision Energy's Self-developed and Manufactured Sliding Bearing Product Industry Breakthrough: Pioneering the Future of Wind Power Technological innovation leads to zero failures. Envision established a CoE (Center of Excellence) for drivetrain gearboxes in Dortmund, Germany, and in 2019, formed a specialized team for sliding bearing R&D and pilot production. This team successfully developed a direct energy deposition technology to apply bearing material directly to the planetary pin, enhancing the performance and durability of bearings. Sliding bearings improve turbine efficiency and extend the lifespan while reducing maintenance costs. Their more compact and simpler design as well as their less error-prone operating principle make them superior to roller bearings if they are designed and executed correctly. Test data shows that gearboxes equipped with sliding bearings reduce power losses by 20% to 25%, boosting wind turbine energy output by approximately 0.5%. Over a 20–25-year turbine lifespan, this translates into significant financial benefits. "Sliding bearings are not a new technology—their application dates back to ancient Egypt. The wind industry began exploring them late 2000s, and between 2018–2020, leading gearbox manufacturers achieved mass deployment of sliding bearing gearboxes in large-capacity turbines for global OEMs. Today, both gearbox and turbine manufacturers are developing this technology independently, but most remain in the trial and improvement stages, with few achieving in-house development and large-scale application apart from Envision Energy." said Dr. Ümit Mermertaş, global expert in bearings and rotordynamics and chief engineer of sliding bearings at Envision Energy. "As a turbine OEM, Envision Energy has achieved zero failures in real-world operations, with our sliding bearings proving highly successful across all validation stages from bench and gearbox testing to prototype trials and mass application in wind farms." Rigorous Testing Ensures High Reliability Envision Energy's zero-failure achievement in sliding bearings is backed by extensive testing and verification, with over $14 million invested in validation. "The boundary conditions of sliding bearings, such as rotational speed and load, are directly influenced by wind turbine control logic." explained Mr. Owen Yang, gearbox expert at Envision Energy, "We optimize the turbine control strategy to avoid risks such as high loads, low speeds, and insufficient lubrication, ensuring the bearings' reliability." Beyond standalone component testing, Envision Energy conducts comprehensive system-level evaluations, considering turbine load, speed, lubrication temperature, and environmental factors. This ensures the optimal performance and reliability of the sliding bearings in wind farms. With in-house R&D and manufacturing, the company has seamlessly integrated key components in its wind turbines, significantly enhancing the overall reliability of its turbine systems. Envision Energy is expanding the use of sliding bearing technology across new turbine models and large-scale deployments, with adoption expected to exceed 90%, aligning with global standards. "We are exploring ways to extend our expertise in other key components, including gearbox sliding bearings, main shaft bearings and generator bearings, while advancing several forward-looking projects related to sliding bearings." said Mr. Lou Yimin, "Our continued innovation drives breakthroughs in core wind power technologies, delivering more efficient and reliable solutions for the global clean energy transition."
SHANGHAI, March 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- SANY Heavy Industry has unveiled the ST230V skid steer loader, specifically engineered for the European and American markets. The compact yet powerful machine is quickly proving to be the ideal solution for high-density urban environments, offering versatility across a wide range of applications. With its innovative 'small space, big impact' design, the ST230V addresses key infrastructure challenges in these regions, offering an efficient solution to the increasing constraints of land use and the escalating costs of labor. Ideal for both small-scale and extensive operations, the ST230V ensures performance and productivity in tight spaces where traditional equipment cannot operate. Addressing Core Needs in Europe, the United States and Canada: Adaptability in North America: The ST230V stands out as a true all-season performer, equipped with a wood chipper and snowplow to handle a wide range of tasks, including farm operations, emergency snowstorm responses, and road maintenance. This versatility makes it an indispensable tool for municipal services and intensive agricultural operations across the United States and Canada, ensuring readiness and efficiency in facing any challenge. Tailored for Europe: Designed for narrow historic districts and green energy projects, it features 360° steering for precise maneuvering in narrow alleyways maximizing efficiency in tight spaces. The optional low-noise electric attachment not only enhances operational flexibility but also meets EU environmental regulations, making it perfect for operation in environmentally sensitive areas. Revolutionizing Local Efficiency Through Technology: Modular Quick-Change System: The ST230V enhances operational efficiency with its ability to switch among 12 different attachments—including cold milling machines and sweepers—within just 20 seconds. This quick-change capability significantly reduces downtime and combats the high labor costs associated with idle equipment. Superior Hydraulic Performance: With a 120L/min flow rate and 53.7kW power output, 15% higher than competitors, the ST230V delivers stable performance in high-intensity tasks such as de-icing in North America and hard pavement crushing in Europe. Global Standards, Local Commitment: The ST230V not only meets the rigorous CE and EPA Tier 4 Final emission standards but also incorporates an advanced anti-tipping control system developed at SANY's North American R&D center. With robust support infrastructure, including six regional parts centers across Germany and the U.S., and 24-hour multilingual customer service, the ST230V guarantees a response to any faults within four hours, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum efficiency. Every SANY machine is backed by an industry-leading warranty, but sometimes the unexpected occurs. If you need servicing within your warranty, your local SANY dealer is ready with an expertly trained team of technicians to maximize uptime. Our team will come to you – up to a 300-mile (482 km) roundtrip service call – and get your equipment back on the job quickly. "The ST230V is not just a machine; it's a scenario-based solution that highlights SANY's deep commitment to the European and North American markets," stated the head of SANY's international business division. "We are redefining the value benchmark for global compact equipment by combining the speed of China's smart manufacturing with the precision of German craftsmanship."
Azimut|Benetti Group is the world's leading manufacturer of mega yachts for the twenty-fifth year, with a share of 20% of the global market. HONG KONG, March 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Azimut|Benetti Group is number one in the production of mega yachts over 24 meters, leading the industry in the Global Order Book 2025, the annual ranking by the reference publication Boat International based on data from 185 shipyards on 5 continents. "Twenty-five years at the top of the sector represent a true 'record within a record', a testament to our unwavering entrepreneurial vision which is based on an organic, resilient and sustainable growth strategy aimed at creating durable value that lasts over time. This is the privilege and the responsibility of a private family company," comments Giovanna Vitelli, Chair of Azimut|Benetti Group. The Group tops all categories with 164 units under construction for a total of 5,905 meters, corresponding to 20% of the global market under examination by the Global Order Book. These data reflect the record results of the last financial year, which ended on August 31, 2024 with revenues of 1.3 billion euros and an order portfolio that extends to 2029. Charting the course, the strategic guidelines that have driven 25 years of leadership: product leadership, quality at the heart of the production strategy, widespread presence in global markets, the best people and skills (Courtesy of Boat International Media Limited) Product leadership The Azimut|Benetti Group boasts the world's widest range of yachts, with Azimut standing out in the 12 to 44-meter segment and Benetti offering mega and giga yachts from 34 to over 100, including full-custom projects. Over the past 25 years, the Group has created innovative concepts thanks to a profound reinterpretation of onboard spaces: the Azimut Seadeck Series, the Benetti Oasis and Veranda Deck® embody the latest expressions of a contemporary lifestyle, representing true revolutions in the industry. In terms of innovation, which today focuses on emission reduction, the Group's strategy is based on the implementation of the best available technologies to achieve significant results in the short term. Today, the Group stands out for its approach based on the integration of advanced naval architecture, hybrid technologies and HVO biofuel. Azimut is the only brand in the industry with a fleet where over half consists of Low Emission Yachts and that offers 4 levels of electrification (from Mild to Full Hybrid), and Benetti offers hybrid versions of almost its entire range. Currently, a total of 10 hybrid mega yachts are under construction at the Benetti shipyard. In the B.Yond line, among the 13 units sold, 7 are hybrids. Both brands have created a range devoted to maximum reduction of CO2 emissions: the Seadeck Series by Azimut, which achieves -40% CO2 emissions over an average year of use, and B.Yond by Benetti, which achieves -24% CO2 emissions and -80% NOX. Quality at the heart of the production strategy The production philosophy of the Azimut|Benetti Group is based on two pillars: the internalization of crucial activities to guarantee the highest quality and the selection of the best supply chain partners. To ensure oversight of steel processing for boats under 45 meters, the Group has established the Light Steel Hub in Tuscany. In 2025, this will be complemented by the Composite Hub, dedicated to fiberglass and carbon fiber, materials in which the Avigliana site has excelled in processing for decades. The production capacity of the Lusben division, dedicated to refit services also for large sailing ships, is also scheduled for expansion. Widespread presence in global markets The Group's market strategy has always stood out for its balanced distribution of business between the main markets: Europe, the United States and MEA-APAC. This approach allows for strategic management of the offering, while helping to mitigate local risk and reduce exposure to destabilizing factors. For the best management of its clients, Azimut entrusts its presence in each territory and its relationships with owners to the most structured and widespread network of exclusive dealers in the nautical industry, with the sole exception of the direct boutiques in the most renowned world yachting locations. Benetti collaborates with the most prestigious broker houses, through its area managers worldwide. The best people and skills The Group boasts a strong sense of belonging among its people, who have the highest skills in the industry. The growth in size has encouraged the entry of new talents, with an increase of 18% in the last 6 years. In this phase of dimensional expansion, the company is committed to passing on its culture, values and distinctive skills. To facilitate this, it has launched, among other initiatives, a Corporate Academy which favors the transmission of know-how to protect the wealth of knowledge and the bond between mentors and new generations, while the 'Nauticità' project (Seaworthiness project) invites employees to spend one or more days aboard a Group yacht to experience what inspires us every day: the passion for the sea. www.azimutyachts.com WeChat: Azimut YachtsInstagram: @azimut_yachtsFacebook: www.facebook.com/AzimutyachtsPage www.benettiyachts.it WeChat: benettiofficialInstagram: @benettiyachtsFacebook: www.facebook.com/Benettiyachts
Incumbent OEMs face challenges from reduced Chinese demand, collaborative robot competition, and reshoring uncertainty NEW YORK, March 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- China is the largest single industrial robot adopter, and the global demand for robots remains high. ABI Research, a global technology intelligence firm, forecasts shipments to grow from approximately 400,000 in 2024 to 649,000 by 2030, a steady CAGR of 7.4%. The umbrella term, industrial robot, encompasses high payload, high repeatability robotic arms. These include SCARA robots, often utilized for assembly tasks, delta robots which excel at rapid picking, and Cartesian robots, which can be deployed for material handling tasks. Industrial robots, the backbone of manufacturing economies, will continue to enjoy rising sales as geographic shifts in manufacturing trends begin to take root. Accordingly, revenues generated from industrial robot hardware sales are set to rise from US$14.7 billion in 2024 to US$22.6 billion by the end of the decade. "Macro trends will continue to influence the industrial robot market as the decade progresses," states George Chowdhury, Robotics Industry Analyst at ABI Research. "Although the robotics market grew in 2024, a general slowdown of manufacturing markets was evident. The market is also becoming more competitive: several market leaders reported reductions in orders as China-based robotics OEMs begin to force incumbents out of certain regional markets. Uptake is further frustrated by collaborative robots demonstrating improvements in payload capabilities and declining ASPs. Small manufacturers present opportunities for both industrial and collaborative robot OEMs. Although collaborative robots may offer price and ease of use advantages, demand for the high repeatability and accuracy of industrial robotics will not abate." The APAC region leads in industrial robot deployments, accounting for 70% of global shipments in 2024, with China alone representing nearly 40%. The automotive sector remains the top adopter, making up 38% of new shipments, followed by electronics assembly at 23%. Articulated robot arms, favored for their high payload capabilities in automotive manufacturing, made up 70% of all robot shipments. The incumbent industrial robot manufacturers include FANUC, ABB, KUKA, Yaskawa, and Omron. Competing Chinese industrial robot vendors include SIASUN, STEP Electric, and Estun Automation. "The industrial robotics landscape is clearly changing. Reshoring and near-shoring initiatives are yet to begin in earnest, while the massive influx of Chinese robots into the market threatens the continued growth of well-established European and Japanese OEMs. Demand for manufacturing will not decline, but we may be in the middle of a changing of the guard when it comes to industrial robot OEMs," Concludes Chowdhury. These findings are from ABI Research's Industrial Robots market data report. This report is part of the company's Industrial, Collaborative & Commercial Robotics research service, which includes research, data, and ABI Insights. About ABI Research ABI Research is a global technology intelligence firm uniquely positioned at the intersection of technology solution providers and end-market companies. We serve as the bridge that seamlessly connects these two segments by providing exclusive research and expert guidance to drive successful technology implementations and deliver strategies proven to attract and retain customers. ABI Research是一家全球性的技术情报公司，拥有得天独厚的优势，充当终端市场公司和技术解决方案提供商之间的桥梁，通过提供独家研究和专业性指导，推动成功的技术实施和提供经证明可吸引和留住客户的战略，无缝连接这两大主体。 For more information about ABI Research's services, contact us at +1.516.624.2500 in the Americas, +44.203.326.0140 in Europe, +65.6592.0290 in Asia-Pacific, or visit www.abiresearch.com. Contact Info: Global Deborah Petrara Tel: +1.516.624.2558 pr@abiresearch.com
Onsite hydrogen production using industrial off-gases now offers a commercially viable,economic clean energy for heavy industry HOUSTON, March 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Utility, the leader in affordable, reliable and clean hydrogen solutions that drive a profitable energy transition for hard-to-abate industries worldwide, today announced the successful operation of the company's H2Gen® system at a major steel plant in North America. Utility's H2Gen system successfully produced the world's first hydrogen using steel plant off-gas (blast furnace gas) in an elegant single process step under actual site conditions. Additionally, this marks the industry's first successful implementation of a system that can produce clean hydrogen from water without the need for electricity. The H2Gen system is now proven as the leading economic clean hydrogen platform solving the steel industry's significant clean energy challenges. It is a solution that is commercially available, cost-effective, offers a profitable pathway to a clean energy transition and easily integrates with existing assets. Steel production is vital to industrial progress, but it is also one of the world's most energy-intensive processes, facing significant energy transition hurdles in reducing its carbon footprint. These challenges include: Capital costs in the billions of dollars for alternative steelmaking technologies compared to the blast furnaces used in making most of the steel globally Limited space and infrastructure constraints for making economic on-site clean hydrogen that can reduce carbon footprint of existing steel plants The need to balance sustainability with productivity and global competitiveness while lacking economic carbon capture solutions for the steel industry Utility's H2Gen system offers a groundbreaking solution to these challenges by producing hydrogen from water using industrial off-gases, such as blast furnace gas. The H2Gen system enables on-site hydrogen production with a compact footprint while delivering enriched CO₂ at a single point for cost-effective carbon capture. With more than 3,000 hours of successful operation at a major steel plant, H2Gen has demonstrated its ability to drive a cost-effective, scalable, reliable and commercially ready energy transition pathway for heavy industries including steel, biogas-to-hydrogen, chemicals, refining, upstream oil & gas, power, and hydrogen-powered data centers. REAL-WORLD PROJECT RESULTS: Hydrogen Production: The H2Gen system consistently produced hydrogen on-site without the need for electrical input to the reaction. Seamless Integration: Designed for compatibility and operational simplicity, the modular, factory-built H2Gen system integrates with existing steel plant processes with minimal pre- and post-gas treatment, enhancing operational efficiency. Robust Performance: The system demonstrated significant flexibility, handling a wide variety of feed gas conditions and could restart in less than 15 minutes after feed gas outage events. Cost-Effective and Scalable Solution: By minimizing operating and capital costs with a very small onsite footprint and modular scalability, H2Gen provides a practical, economic pathway to clean hydrogen production for decarbonizing steel manufacturing, among many other hard-to-abate industry sectors. "Decarbonizing heavy industries like steel, mobility, chemicals, refining, and power has been one of the toughest challenges in the energy transition — until now. Our successful deployment of H2Gen at a major steel plant proves we can deliver scalable, economic, clean hydrogen solutions that seamlessly integrate with existing infrastructure and assets. H2Gen is the only commercially viable solution for producing clean hydrogen in hard-to-abate industries like steelmaking." stated Parker Meeks, chief executive officer of Utility. "Utility is rapidly scaling to meet global demand, with strong momentum in steel, biogas-to-hydrogen for mobility and beyond. Our H2Gen systems provide an economic, modular solution without the high costs and infrastructure barriers of alternative hydrogen technologies. With strong customer and partner momentum including the recent ArcelorMittal funding and GH EnA Project Development announcements, we are accelerating the shift to clean hydrogen at scale." Utility Global, Inc. (www.utilityglobal.com) is a portfolio company of Ara Partners (www.arapartners.com), a private equity firm specializing in industrial decarbonization investments. About Utility Utility is a Houston, Texas-based off-gas-to-value company built specifically to enable economic decarbonization of hard-to-abate sectors like mobility, steel and others. Utility's H2Gen® system needs no electricity to utilize the remaining electrochemical energy contained in a wide range of dilute off-gases to produce high-purity clean hydrogen from water. Utility's H2Gen systems are highly scalable, modular, smaller in size and compatible with existing industrial processes and assets. H2Gen minimizes balance of plant, increases operational flexibility and offers attractive benefits in total cost of ownership. Utility helps companies in hard-to-abate industries meet sustainability and business goals by reducing emissions, energy use and waste profitably. Utility turns the environmental challenges of off-gases into competitive advantages as onsite energy, fuel or feedstock. About Ara Partners Founded in 2017, Ara Partners is a global private equity and infrastructure firm dedicated to decarbonizing the industrial economy. Ara seeks to build, scale, and optimize companies with significant decarbonization impact across the industrial and manufacturing, chemicals and materials, energy efficiency and fuels, and food and agriculture sectors. The company operates from offices in Houston, Boston, Washington, D.C., and Dublin. Ara Partners closed its third private equity fund in December 2023 with over $2.8 billion in new capital commitments. As of September 2024, Ara Partners had approximately $6.3 billion of assets under management. For more information about Ara Partners, please visit www.arapartners.com. Logo - https://mma.prnasia.com/media2/2590736/Utility_Global_2025_Logo.jpg?p=medium600
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