Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.40
August 31, 2022
…Logistics. “Labor is a real challenge for retailers and 3PLs [third-party logistics providers],” said Kishore Boyalakuntla, vice president of products at Berkshire Grey. “More than 10 million jobs are available, but the reason for turnover is the nature of certain jobs.” “A human sorter has to move more than 1,000 things per hour, or two people have to unload a truck in one-and-a-half hours,” he told Robotics 24/7. “All kinds of things come out of semi trucks—kayaks, food, tires. I've seen people three levels high manually pushing things on fast conveyors. These are not jobs people want to do.” “Unlike…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.25
August 29, 2022
…electric cars. The food and beverage and third-party logistics [3PL] industries are also adopting robotics en masse. Overall, there's been a massive shift from legacy automation systems like automated guided vehicles [AGVs] and conveyors to more flexible AMRs. What other problems does the robotics industry need to overcome to make automation easier for all? Theobald: Anything vendors can do to remove the perceived barriers of automation is critical. And that’s why initiatives like RaaS are so important. Not only does it help customers shift from capital expenditure to operational expenditure, but it allows teams to scale up based on demand…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.70
August 29, 2022
…and being more cost-effective than traditional automation systems, said HAI ROBOTICS. The company's target industries mainly include third-party logistics (3PL), retail, e-commerce, fashion, and fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG). The HAIPICK A42T is intended to handle products in these markets. To see HAI ROBOTICS's ACR systems live, please visit Booth 5C70, at NEC Birmingham, U.K.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.99
August 25, 2022
…is suitable for industries such as e-commerce, third-party logistics (3PL), fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), and retail for quick order sequencing and sortation. SortIE allows for faster dispatch of large order quantities, it said. About Addverb Technologies Addverb provides warehouse automation to improve performance and accuracy through its fleet of automated robots, material handling technologies, in-house systems integration services, and artificial intelligence-powered software. The company's headquarters, manufacturing, and research and development facilities are in India. It raised Series B funding in February to expand into the Americas. In addition, Addverb said it designs solutions for customer probems, develops and executes projects,…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.61
August 25, 2022
…at an Indiana site. The global third-party logistics provider (3PL) implemented autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) to support its workers for a complex picking process. Since then, the LocusBots have improved productivity, flexibility, and agility, said the partners. LocusBots help GEODIS e-commerce warehouses efficiently manage order picking and inventory replenishment, significantly increasing throughput to speed delivery processes, said Locus. The AMRs significantly reduce unproductive walking time, eliminate the need for people to maneuver heavy manual carts through warehouses, lower the physical demands on employees, and improve workplace ergonomics and quality, it said. In addition, GEODIS said the robots reduce tedious, repetitive…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.59
August 23, 2022
…industries. Leading the top three are third-party logistics providers [3PLs]. Without a doubt, there are significant interest and initiatives. Many 3PLs already have automated or are looking to do so. Next is consumer packaged goods. We're not so much in the e-commerce space, but it's up there. Automotive is the third. Supplying manufacturing is absolutely the primary case. We're even seen some distribution areas making adjustments to support [automated] functions of those operations. Then there is food and beverage. How is Yale handling growing sales? The company reported a 17% consolidated revenue increase in the second quarter of 2022 compared…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.86
August 19, 2022
…systems manufacturers, integrators, consultants, publishers, and third-party logistics providers (3PLs). MHI offers education, networking, and sourcing for its members, their customers, and the industry as a whole through programming and events. The Charlotte, N.C.-based association sponsors the ProMat and MODEX expos to showcase the products and services of its member companies and to educate manufacturing and supply chain professionals on ways to improve productivity. MHI groups address common challenges Member companies of MHI can join any of its industry groups or its Solutions Community. The industry groups share information and conduct research to stay at the forefront of their industry,…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.84
August 11, 2022
…provide multiple industries, including e-commerce, food and beverage, healthcare, 3PL, and consumer goods, the benefits obtained from advanced robotic solutions to lower operating costs, remove labor intensive work tasks, while improving warehouse space utilization. Geek+ raises $100M in Series E The news comes a few days after Beijing-based Geek+ closed a $100 million Series E funding round. “Thanks to the successful implementation of our global business strategy, the transformative value of our products, and the surge of the smart logistics market, Geek+ is well-positioned to further capture the outsized growth opportunities,” stated Yong Zheng, founder and CEO of Geek+. “Geek+…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.86
August 10, 2022
…three operators. The system is being used by retailers, 3PLs, and distributors for order handling, cross-docking, and parcel sorting. Several large U.K. companies are in the process of installing Sure Sort systems into their operations, including Boux Avenue and Torque, according to OPEX. “Sure Sort is a scalable and cost-effective alternative to traditional put wall sorting,” said Nicolas Dewit, OPEX warehouse automation director of business development for Europe, Middle East, and Asia.“ It is an ideal e-commerce solution for micro-fulfillment centers, retail stores, and distribution centers that demand a small footprint, high accuracy, speed, and high productivity in a system…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.62
August 04, 2022
…operations manager. Walsh also worked in the third-party logistics (3PL) industry as senior manager of technology, engineering, and systems at DSC Logistics, which CJ Logistics recently acquired. “It is exciting to join an established design and automation firm with a great reputation for innovation,” he said. “I’ve worked both operation management and systems’ engineering roles from the customer’s side, so I enjoy the data-driven approach to design with Numina.” “I find it rewarding to draw from my 30-plus years of experience to contribute to the firm’s growth and continuous quality improvement goals,” added Walsh. “Everyone on my team embraces Numina’s…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.52
August 04, 2022
…this technology could easily save a third-party logistics organization (3PL) more than $100,000 per vehicle per year.” In addition to the increased productivity, Cyngn said its autonomous Stockchaser delivered supplemental benefits. The vehicle provided GLF management with real-time data and reporting on operational analytics, created a safer working environment for GLF employees, and enabled further growth of GLF’s client base, Cyngn said. Last, the Stockchaser served as tangible proof of GLF’s commitment to innovation, empowering them to continue surpassing their clients’ expectations. Responding to industry trends “Working with Cyngn on an autonomous vehicle implementation really opened our eyes to endless…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.18
August 03, 2022
…distribution system, with a portfolio that encompasses third-party logistics (3PL), e-commerce, retail, wholesale, food and beverage, and healthcare. The Erlanger, Ky.-based company said it has created strong relationships with partners and clients for 45 years. AHS added that it uses its partnerships with robotics and equipment manufacturers to solve a wide variety of pain points and exceed customer expectations. Tompkins Robotics helps AHS deploy sortation faster Changing economic conditions, a tight labor market, and consumer spending habits require today's supply chains to be adaptable, scalable, and demonstrate a faster return on investment (ROI) than systems of the past, said AHS.…
