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MIR 1000 RANGE ON OFFER FROM RARUK RARUK Automation is now offering the MiR 1000 range. The MiR 1000 extends the payload capacity of the fleet to 1000kg making it the perfect choice for heavier pallets said RARUK, providing a safe and efficient alternative to traditional forklifts and trucks.
safety features including dynamic safe zone monitoring that ensures the robots manoeuvre efficiently around people and objects, even in highly dynamic environments.
With optional pallet lifts, the MiR 1000 can pick up and transport Euro and other pallets onto pallet stations ensuring their smooth and seamless delivery to the destination. Flexible deployment for different tasks is made possible by a choice of top modules which allow a wide range of items to be transported. Both the MiR 500 and MiR 1000 operate without the need to change the layout of the warehouse or factory as the function of guidewires, magnets and QR codes is replaced by sophisticated navigation software. They are also designed to be collaborative and have multiple built-in
ROBOROCK TARGETS EUROPE Chinese intelligent home robots company Roborock is targeting Europe as it plans for significant growth over the next two years.
designed, effective devices that make their homes smarter, freeing up more time to live their lives better,” said Richard Chang, founder and CEO of Roborock.
The company was founded in 2014 with investment from Xiaomi amongst other investors, and specialises in the research, development, and production of smart home appliances, specifically robot vacuum cleaners.
“Roborock is now focused on expanding its footprint in Europe with the belief that we can add value to a market where there is growing demand for smart home devices and in particular, robot vacuum cleaners. Our upcoming product launches will focus primarily on key European countries and promise to demonstrate real innovation in areas of intelligence, powerful cleaning, and convenience,” added Chang.
Roborock’s products include the bestselling robot vacuums in China. Since launching its flagship model, the Roborock S5, and its E series line-up internationally in 2018, the company has experienced significant growth, with 173% increase in sales revenue year-on-year and net profit equivalent to 10% of revenue. “European consumers are very tech-savvy and have high disposable incomes that they are willing to spend on well-
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The company already has a presence in Europe through a number of retailers, including Amazon, MediaMarkt and Fnac Darty.
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