FORT NEWS
Dispatches from the frontier of machine safety and security.
Recent Highlights
Technologies for Protecting Your Robot Webinar
Samuel Reeves Interview with OEM Off-Highway
October 21: Robotic Systems Safety at ValleyML AI Expo
PODCAST: The State of Automation
October 30, News and Media
FORT’s Nathan Bivans was a recent guest on The New Warehouse Podcast, discussing warehouse automation and industry trends with Martin McVicar of Combilift and host Kevin Lawton.
FORT CTO at ValleyML AI Robotics Expo
October 13, Events
We are pleased to announce that FORT Robotics CTO Nathan Bivans will featured as a panelist in this year’s ValleyML AI Robotics Expo. Bivans will be discussing the importance of safety in robotic development as part the Safety of Autonomous Robots panel on October 21st at 11am EDT.
On-Demand Webinar: Protecting Your Robot
October 7, Events
Robotic systems can mean huge productivity gains for warehouses and factories, but only if they function safely. Access our free webinar to learn about solutions to protect your bottom line, your robots, and most importantly, your people.
Ask the expert: value of risk assessment
September 22, Video
Watch the newest episode of Ask the Expert to get tips on risk assessment and why it’s so important early in the design stage.
Our Top Picks From Robotics Week
September 20, Blog Post
The Robotic Industries Association’s first virtual Robotics Week conference wrapped up last week, but videos from the event are available online through September 30. Here are some of FORT’s picks for top talks and panel discussions from the week.
FORT CEO Talks Safety and Security with OEM Off-Highway
September 11, News and Media
FORT Founder and CEO Samuel Reeves discusses autonomous system safety and security with OEM Off-Highway Editor Sara Jensen. The interview is part of the magazine’s Design & Engineering Insights Series.
VIDEO: What is Functional Safety?
September 8, Video
Ask the Expert: FORT CTO Nathan Bivans explains the principles of functional safety and why it’s such an important part of robotic development.
Join FORT at RIA Robotics Week
September 2, Events
FORT is excited to be participating in RIA’s Robotics Week virtual conference! The free event will take place next week, September 8-11 and includes keynotes, workshops, and a glimpse into the latest technology from automation and robotics leaders.
VIDEO: How Wireless Machine Safety Works
August 17, Video
In the first installment of our Ask the Expert video series, FORT CTO Nathan Bivans explains how wireless machine safety is not only possible, it can deliver the same level of reliability as wired solutions.
5 Ways to Use a Wireless E-Stop
July 17, Blog Post
Wireless Emergency Stops are being used to stop machine systems in a wide variety of industries. When implemented properly, remote e-stopping can be a key to unlocking safety and productivity for many machine applications.
Remote Control Construction Builds Safety and Productivity
June 17, News and Media
FORT Robotics is featured in ForConstructionPros.com’s article on the benefits of autonomous and remote control construction equipment.
Warehouse Robots and the New Normal
June 3, Blog Post
As the world continues to adjust to the challenges posed by COVID-19, robots are playing an increasingly important role in getting goods to the people who need them.
3 Ways Robots Are Making Construction Safer
May 13, Blog Post
Construction robots have the potential to prevent accidents and transform the industry — if they’re used properly.
FORT AT MODEX and CONEXPO
March 7, Events
FORT is hitting the road! We’re excited to offer a preview of Oversight– our new safety and security platform for smart machines– at not one, but two trade shows this month.
New FORT Platform
Introducing our new safety and security platform for smart machines
March 3, Press Release
Full-Stack platform brings enhanced safety, flexibility, and endpoint security for autonomous and connected machines.
March 3, 2020 (PHILADELPHIA) – FORT Robotics, a VC-funded company dedicated to safety and security for smart machines, is introducing its next-generation platform, OversightTM. The first-of-its-kind control system enhances worker safety and machine security with built-in encryption, safety-certified communications, and advanced software features with seamless connectivity through web and mobile applications.
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