Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 25.83
June 18, 2023
…Designed by Swisslog experts, the system will include an AutoStore system optimized by Swisslog’s SynQ software. The company said it expects the system to be operational by October 2023. “Northern Tool + Equipment is committed to continued growth,” said Shaun Bunch, senior vice president of supply chain operations at Northern Tool + Equipment, in a press release. “Through strategic planning and thoughtful attention to what our customers need most from us, we’ve built a detailed roadmap for the future. One that includes continued innovation in manufacturing our products and upgrades at the retail level to meet the needs of our…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 3.24
June 02, 2023
…and who offer robotics used for fulfillment processes include AutoStore, Exotec, ForwardX Robotics, Plus One Robotics, and Raymond Corp. Short-term obstacles haven't derailed the industrial robot market My overall take on the industry is that it’s in a good place. Although the latest data on sales of industrial robots released shortly before the show by A3, and during the show in preliminary 2022 data from the International Federation of Robotics (IFR) indicates there is some cooling of the industrial robotics market after record growth in 2022, the long-term outlook for robotics uptake remains bullish. It’s worth noting that A3’s data…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.26
May 26, 2023
…presence, such as Locus Robotics, Mobile Industrial Robots, and AutoStore. The trends toward heavy-duty mobile robots for palletizing, such as those from Zebra Technologies, and robots for reaching high storage, such as from Hai Robotics and Exotec, were also in evidence. “So much education still has to happen,” said Jennifer Samples, vice president at AMR provider ForwardX Robotics. “We have three levels of clients: people who know they need automation but don't know where to begin, others who have some automation, and those who are the most sophisticated and want the latest and greatest. All three can be in the…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.24
May 12, 2023
…provider (3PL), DHL works with several robotics suppliers, including AutoStore, Boston Dynamics, Crown Equipment, and Vecna Robotics. Locus Robotics is arguably one of the more mature AMR providers. “We look for best-of-breed technologies and partner with companies of all sizes,” Brian Gaunt, senior director of DHL Supply Chain, told Robotics 24/7 at Manifest 2023. Sally Miller, DHL Supply Chain Sally Miller, global digital transformation officer at DHL Supply Chain, replied to the following questions from Robotics 24/7 about the company's expanded partnership with Locus Robotics: About how many DHL facilities will be adding robots from Locus? Miller: This will be…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.55
April 28, 2023
…among smaller companies SMEs make up about 25% of AutoStore's business, said Jon Schechter, vice president of North America business development at the Nedre Vats, Norway-based company. AutoStore offers automated storage and retrieval systems (ASRS). Large enterprises aren't the only companies that have warehouse space concerns. SMEs are also investing in ASRS to better take advantage of the vertical space within their warehouses, he noted. That allows them to have fewer people working on the warehouse floor so they instead do something more impactful, he said. “On the small end, moving one or two people from the warehouse back to…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.63
April 07, 2023
…River Systems in the AMR space. This also includes AutoStore and Symbotic in the goods-to-person picking space and perhaps RightHand Robotics and Covariant in the piece-picking space, which has been slow to get traction. Exotec appeared to be moving ahead with deals with companies like Gap Inc. We’re also beginning to see robots targeting tasks beyond robot-to-goods picking, such as trailer unloading and parcel induction. Those are great. But there are also signs that 2023 may be the long-awaited shakeout in the robotics industry, like the long-awaited recession in the economy. The most visible and public example is SoftBank’s announcement…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.43
March 29, 2023
…40% of automated storage and retrieval system (ASRS) provider AutoStore. Earlier this month, SoftBank Robotics U.K. and Bunzl Distribution partnered to offer robotics in Spain. Terms of Berkshire Grey acquisition Under the agreement, SoftBank will acquire all of the outstanding capital stock of the company not currently owned by SoftBank for $1.40 per share in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $375 million. The agreement, which has been unanimously approved by Berkshire Grey’s board of directors, represents a premium of approximately 24% to the closing stock price as of March 24, the last trading day before the date of this…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 3.96
March 28, 2023
…takes center stage Other growth areas for FORTNA include AutoStore projects, including one system with over 1 million bins; the use of AMRs to support garment-on-hanger fulfillment; and integrated robotic piece picking, McKeel said. However, he added, FORTNA always takes a “problem-first” approach in assessment, so what’s right for one client might not be the best for others. Some major AMR vendors at the show also stressed the importance of integration. For example, shortly before ProMat, Locus Robotics and Berkshire Grey announced a combined solution that integrates the Berkshire Grey Robotic Shuttle Put Wall (BG RSPWi) with Locus Origin and…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.30
March 27, 2023
…of big retailers that are looking at G2P and AutoStore because trying to find land for new facilities is a long process. One electronics provider in the Columbus, Ohio, area wiped out 60% to 70% of a building for an automated storage and retrieval [ASRS] system, with a ton of success. Another client in Upstate New York, a sporting goods retailer, is looking at Brightpick. ROI and workforce concerns How can companies be sure of their return on investment (ROI) over time? Stretar: From a pure labor perspective, if we understand the manual processes, automation can save costs. It goes…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 26.69
March 21, 2023
…last week announced that Cardinal Health will install an AutoStore system empowered by Swisslog in its new at-Home Solutions distribution center in Grove City, Ohio. The facility is part of Cardinal Health at-Home Solutions' multi-year strategy to increase warehouse capacity to accommodate rapid growth. “Working with Swisslog to equip our facility with market-leading robotic automation technology like AutoStore further enhances our ability to quickly and efficiently get critical supplies and products to patients when and where they need it most,” stated Rob Schlissberg, president of Cardinal Health at-Home Solutions. “As we work to accommodate the growth we’re seeing as a…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 34.66
March 17, 2023
AutoStore AS yesterday announced FusionPort and FusionPort Staging, new bin-handling workstations for integrating different automation. The two workstations reflect the priorities of operational efficiency, operator productivity, and ergonomics, said Nedre Vats, Norway-based company. “Businesses today need to optimize their picking process if they are to meet evolving customer demands, but in order to achieve this, warehouses must be equipped with the tools that will enable their employees to work productively and safely,” said Carlos Fernandez, chief product officer at AutoStore. “This is why we're excited to offer FusionPort and FusionPort Staging, which will enable businesses to best serve their staff…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 10.40
March 08, 2023
…in recent collaborations with leading players like Vanderlande and AutoStore™ integrator Asetec. RightHand Robotics also solidified its automated piece-picking leadership in the growing online pharmacy market with a new pharma customer, Apotea. In an interview with Modern Materials Handling, Robotics 24/7’s sister publication, Owen noted he signed on with the company because he believes it has a mature product offering that has major potential market growth. “Every company and industry, like robotics, goes through a maturity model,” he said. “The first installations are installed and supported by engineering. In the next Rev(ision) the implementation team does the install with support…
