KENNEDY SEWING and CUTTING SUPPLYKENNEDY ROBOTICS AIWe welcome you to Industry 4.0, we are preparing you and your team for a bright and promising future in Industry 5.0. From design to distribution, we provide a comprehensive range of services and solutions, including expert consulting, lean production solutions, cutting-edge machinery, ai-powered autonomous robotics, expert technical service, upgrades, parts, and repairs. We are your absolute source for all of your autonomous robotics, cutting room, sewing room, textile machinery, and automated manufacturing.
With our dedication to continued learning, we will provide you with a better understanding of user interaction with automated industrial sewing and cutting machinery, AI-powered autonomous robotics, along with the ease of setup, programming, operation, and deployments. We look forward to working with you and your team. We offer training programs and learning opportunities for plant managers, supervisors, facility instructors, machine operators, and technicians. Contact Us for more information.
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"Always continue learning, nothing is impossible!"
  • Sewing Machines: Manual, Semi-Automatic, Fully Digital, Automatic, Robotic
  • Embroidery Machines: Single and Multi-Head
  • Quilting Machines: Multi-Needle
  • Heat Bonding Machines: Manual, Semi-Automatic
  • Ultrasonic Bonding Machines: Manual, Semi-Automatic, Automatic, Robotic
  • Ergonomic Equipment: Seating, Sewing Machine Stands, Pedal Systems, Work Sations
  • Thread & Needles: Sewing, Embroidery
  • Attachments & Folders
  • Pullers & Metering Devices
  • Parts & Supplies: Sewing & Embroidery
  • Custom Clamping & Programming: For Automatic Sewing Machines
  • Lubricants & Adhesives: Sewing Machine Oil, etc.
  • Cutting Machines: Automatic & Manual Straight and Round Knife
  • Laser Cutting Machines: Automatic & Robotic
  • Ultrasonic Cutting Machines: Automatic & Robotic
  • Sheeters, Rewinders & Slitters: Manual & Automatic
  • Die Cutting Machines: Automatic
  • Water Jet Cutting: Automatic & Robotic
  • Strip Cutting Machines: Automatic
  • Swatch Cutters: Manual & Automatic
  • Spreading Machines: Manual & Automatic
  • Spreading & Production Tables
  • Parts & Supplies: Machine & Die Cutting
  • Scissors & Shears: Hand-Held & Electric
  • Scissor Sharpening Machines
  • Inspection Machines: Flat Surface (Automatic), AI-Powered Flat Surface & Loom Vision
  • Sewing Systems: Rail Sewing (Automatic)
  • Fiber Blowing Machines: For Pillows & Cushions (Automatic)
  • Preparation Machines: Spinning, Weaving
  • Machinery: Spinning, Knitting, Weaving, Finishing, Sueding, Napping
  • Frames & Equipment: Tenter Frames, Dyeing & Finishing, Hemp Processing
  • Fabric Handling: A-Frame Roll Racks, Roll Accumulators, Polyband Expanders
  • Fabrication & Repair: Roll Fabrication & Repair
  • Recycling Machinery: For Textiles, Bailers for Textiles & Recycled Materials
  • Heat Transfer Presses: Manual & Automatic
  • Tagless Pad Printers: Automatic
  • Fusing Machines: Manual & Automatic
  • Pocket Creasers: Automatic
  • Turning Machines: Automatic
  • Metal Detectors: Conveyor Tunnel & Hand-Held
  • Ironing Press Machines & Hand Irons: Steam & Heat
  • Tagging Machines: Manual & Automatic
  • Barcode Printing Machines: Manual & Automatic
  • Sorting, Ironing & Folding Machines: Automatic
  • Snap, Grommet & Rivet Machines: Manual & Automatic
  • Ergonomic Workstations & Inspection Stations
  • Robots:
  • Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) & Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) (AI-Powered)
  • Electric Vehicles (EVs)
  • Humanoid Robots (AI-Powered)
  • Autonomous Floor Cleaning Robots (AI-Powered)
  • Delivery & Service Robots (AI-Powered)
  • Assembly & Production Line Robots (AI-Powered)
  • Robotic Pick and Place for Textiles (AI-Powered)
  • Robotic Assembly & Integrated Solutions (AI-Powered)
  • Robotic Welding, Laser Cutting, and Surface Cleaning (AI-Powered)
  • Robotic Fulfillment, Sorting, Packaging, & Palletizing (AI-Powered)
  • Freight Container Loading & Unloading (AI-Powered)
  • 3D Technology:
  • 3D Industrial Printers (Composite Materials)
  • 3D Vision Inspection, Track & Trace, Quality Control, and Serialization (AI-Powered)
  • Robotic Tools & Systems:
  • Automated Tool Changing Solutions
  • End-of-Arm Tooling & Soft Touch Grippers
  • Automated Material Removal Tooling
  • Shadow Robot Dexterous Robotic Hand & Glove
  • Storage & Workflow:
  • Overhead Rail & Conveyor Systems (Automatic)
  • Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (ASRS)
  • Automated Cube Storage Systems
  • Warehouse Workflow Solutions (AI-Powered)
  • Pallet Stretch Wrapping & Weighing Machines (Automatic)
  • Charging & Transport:
  • Mobile Charging Stations for EVs, AMRs, AGVs, & E-Forklifts (AI-Powered)
  • Carts & Trailers for EVs, AMRs, & AGVs (Heavy-Duty)
  • Other Equipment:
  • Sorting & Refuse Containers, Hampers, and Buggies (Heavy-Duty)
  • Wireless ePaper Solutions (AI-Powered)
  • Drones for Warehouse Inventory (AI-Powered)
  • Drones for Pressure Washing Infrastructure & Solar Panels (AI-Powered)
  • Drones for Infrastructure Inspections (AI-Powered)
  • Drones for Surveillance & Indoor Security (AI-Powered)
  • Drones for Smart Greenhouses (AI-Powered)
  • Power Systems: Overhead Power Track & Trolley, Power Generators
  • Air Solutions: Air Compressors
  • Steam Solutions: Steam Boilers
  • Electric Vehicles: Utility Vehicles (Job Sites, Factories, Hotels, Resorts, Colleges), Forklifts, Bikes
  • Autonomous Electric Bikes (COMING SOON!)
Our approach to business is guided by honesty, transparency, and principle. Our customer-centric approach aims to build and maintain long-term sustainable relationships. Upholding the highest standards of business conduct, we maintain respectful and ethical relationships with the customers we serve, with our partners, and with our vendors.
History of the Kennedy Family in Spartanburg, South Carolina's Textile Industry
  • Bradley J. Kennedy Sr.: At age 17, Bradley started his career in Philadelphia, PA, working for Butte Knit a division of Jonathan Logan Corp., which was the largest manufacturer of women's apparel in the world. In 1968, he moved to Spartanburg, SC, to help with their cutting and sewing operations. He later founded and owned L&K and Shelby Dye & Finishing in 1970, with operations in Spartanburg, SC, Gaffney, SC, Shelby, NC, and the Dominican Republic. L&K produced ladies' polyester activewear and was featured in prominent fashion magazines and available nationwide in leading department stores. Bradley continued to operate Shelby Dye & Finishing and started BJK Co. through the 1990s, contributing significantly to several textile businesses in Spartanburg County.
  • Kevin J. Kennedy: Kevin is the third generation of the Kennedy family in the textile industry. At age 17, in 1990 he started working with his father and continued learning pattern making, cutting, and sewing production processes. In 1997, Bradley Kennedy Sr. and Kevin Kennedy established BJ Kennedy Corp., Inc., focusing on research and development, just-in-time production, and private label cutting and sewing services. This company operated until 2006. In 2007, Kevin began selling and buying machinery at Advanced Sewing Technologies, Corp., contributing significantly to revenue growth, customer acquisition, and the company's current position as a worldwide leader in industrial cutting, sewing, and textile machinery distribution. His expertise in ai-powered marketing, customer service, and 35 years of industry knowledge has been instrumental in sustaining the company's growth and market leadership.
Establishment of Kennedy Sewing and Cutting Supply, LLC
  • Founding: In 2021, Kevin J. Kennedy established Kennedy Sewing and Cutting Supply, LLC, in Spartanburg, SC. The company offers a comprehensive range of services and solutions, including expert consulting, lean production solutions, cutting-edge machinery, AI-powered autonomous robotics, and expert tech service.
  • Products and Services: The company supplies industrial sewing machines, cutting machines, embroidery machines, and textile equipment. They also provide ergonomic workstation solutions, ai-powered visual inspection systems, material handling equipment, and various parts & supplies for sewing & embroidery.
Expansion into Autonomous Robotics, Kennedy Robotics AI, LLC
  • Kennedy Robotics AI, LLC: Established in 2024 as a division of Kennedy Sewing and Cutting Supply, LLC, Kennedy Robotics AI focuses on deploying autonomous robotic solutions. They collaborate with leading robotics developers and integrators, utilizing NVIDIA's AI resources to build and deploy next-generation autonomous robotic systems.

  • Robotic Solutions: Their offerings include autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), automated guided vehicles (AGVs), electric vehicles (EVs), humanoid robots, and various warehouse robotics solutions. They also provide infrastructure and charging solutions, as well as automated storage and retrieval systems.
Impact and Future Directions
  • Industry Impact: Kennedy Sewing and Cutting Supply, LLC, and its robotics division are at the forefront of integrating AI and robotics into the textile and manufacturing sectors. Their focus on Industry 4.0 and 5.0 technologies positions them as leaders in modernizing production processes.

  • Future Plans: The company continues to innovate and expand its offerings, emphasizing continued learning and collaboration with global partners to advance autonomous robotics and AI integration in manufacturing.
"Always continue learning, nothing is impossible!"
Robotic Solutions:• Sewing & Cutting Solutions• Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs), Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs), Electric Vehicles (EVs)o Includes Autonomous Tuggers, Stockchasers, Forklifts, Humanoid Robots, Mobile Cleaning Robots, • Autonomous Kitchen & Service Robots: Modular Servicing, Food & Beverage Delivery, Package Delivery• Autonomous Disinfecting Robots• Warehouse Robotics: Inventory Drones, Inspection Drones, Surveillance & Security Drones, Smart Greenhouse Drones• Robotic Welding & Industrial Solutions: Robotic Welding Cells, 3D Printing (Composite Materials), Industrial Automation, Tool Changing, End-of-Arm Solutions (Grippers, Material Removal)• 3D Vision & AI: Inspection, Serialization, Track & Trace, Facial Recognition• Robotic Systems for Assembly, Fulfillment, Sorting, Packaging, & Palletizing: Includes Cobots and Pick/Place Solutions• Freight & Container Handling: Unloading & Loading with Cobots and AMRs
Infrastructure & Charging Solutions:• EV, AMR, AGV Charging Stations (Rapid Charging, Battery Replacements)• Electrified Monorail Systems (EMS)
Storage & Logistics Solutions:• Automated Storage & Retrieval Systems (ASRS)• Automated Cube Storage
We have collaborated and partnered with the world's leading robotics software developers, innovators, and integrators. With our utilization of NVIDIA's AI-powered resources, software, and cutting-edge robotic technologies, we are building and deploying the next generation of AI-powered fully autonomous robotic solutions, fully automated robotic integrations, and intralogistics 5.0 industrial robotic systems.
KENNEDY ROBOTICS AI is your absolute source for all of your Autonomous Robotic Solutions. We are constantly learning AI and training with the Cutting-Edge Robotic Technologies that are available to us globally. With our dedication to continued learning, we will provide you with a better understanding of user interaction with autonomous robotics, the ease of operating autonomous robotics, and programming for deployment. We look forward to learning more and working with you and your team. Contact us with any questions or to request additional information, our team is here to support you.
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