Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.04
…is to ease the transition from automated guided vehicles (AGVs) to faster-moving autonomous mobile robots (AMRs). This advancement in automation promises to significantly accelerate logistics, said the Dortmund, Germany-based institute. “We’re heading the research aspects for AMRs, and we’re looking at how we can go as fast and as safely as possible in logistics scenarios,” said Julian Eẞer, a robotics and artificial intelligence researcher at Fraunhofer IML. Joseph Fraunhofer was a 19th-century pioneer in optics for telescopes who brought together scientific research with industrial applications. Today, Germany’s Fraunhofer Society claims to be Europe's largest research and development organization and conducts…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.02
…handling and logistics industry. From AS/RS and G2P to AGVs and AGCs to autonomous mobile robots and articulated robotic arms, this new Solution Center will showcase how these solutions play a vital role in improving receiving, storage, assembly, picking, sortation, packing and shipping operations. “High competition in the warehouse, distribution and e-commerce industries, dynamic environments and the need for on-demand automation has supply chain professionals in search of speed, accuracy and efficiencies like never before,” said Greg Baer, MHI Director of Sales. “As the global robotics revolution accelerates and disrupts supply chains, we are thrilled to lead the way at…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.01
…incorporate robotic palletizing and depalletizing, automatic trailer loading and unloading, and pick/pack/ship systems. It also supports autonomous guided vehicles (AGVs), automated storage and retrieval systems (ASRS), and more.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.99
…robot joints, automated guided vehicles and autonomous mobile robots (AGVs/AMRs), metrology, UAV satellite communications, collaborative robots, exoskeletons, or lab automation, this series is pre-engineered to meet the most extreme requirements. Features of Omni+ Series Customization allows designers to meet the unique needs of each application, allowing for more tailored and effective solutions. The Omni+ Series also offers: A low profile that allows manufacturers to design compact, lightweight robots that can fit into tighter spaces. A large aperture design that’s easy to incorporate into robot joints without sacrificing performance. Ultra-low cogging that ensures the motor operates smoothly and quietly, without any…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.98
…reliability for customers. UPS is using autonomous guided vehicles (AGVs) powered by Dane, Geek+, Locus Robotics, Crown Equipment, and Toyota-Raymond to simplify demanding jobs. Many of these AGVs can move small packages and irregular-sized shipments more safely and easily through UPS facilities, noted the logistics provider. Irregular shipments that don’t fit on conveyor belts can often be heavy and difficult to move, said UPS. These automated vehicles can “exponentially streamline these movements and promote safety,” it claimed. Digital technologies part of competitive strategy UPS said it is also using digital technologies to ensure the safety of every delivery around the…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.97
…are unwilling or unable to standardize on a single AGV or AMR platform,” said Ryan Gariepy, co-founder and chief technology officer at Clearpath and OTTO Motors. “The connector enables VDA 5050-compliant master controllers to manage potentially any ROS2-based AMR in addition to the AGVs [automated guided vehicles] they already support,” he said. “This gives facility owners a 'single pane of glass' for material handling management and reduces the risk of vendor lock-in.” InOrbit is also expanding its ecosystem of partners in Europe by collaborating with Mobile Industrial Robots (MiR), a unit of Teradyne. As a MiR Go partner, InOrbit Connect…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.96
…handle different types and brands of automated guided vehicles (AGVs) and autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) with a single system. The fleet management tool can be used for assignging tasks to different robots, controlling traffic flows, and managing robot navigation, it said. “By opening up this range of new opportunities and abilities, users will be reaping the benefits like never before,” stated Aldus von der Burg, CEO of Meili Robots. InOrbit works to simplify, orchestrate robot operations With the adoption and specialization of robots accelerating at a rapid pace, the fastest way to keep up with trends and developments in the…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.94
…truck loading results in less traffic and consequently reduces environmental impact.” Cimcorp’s end-to-end intralogistics systems incorporate modular gantry pickers, AGVs, and palletizers, according to its website. The company said its grocery retail distribution systems provide fast and efficient deliveries of fresh produce without picking errors or delays, even in times of increasing labor challenges. Cimcorp said its order picking system will take care of repetitive lifting of heavy objects, leading to a safer work environment for REWE’s employees.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.94
…portfolio includes Mitsubishi forklift trucks, Cat lift trucks, Rocla AGV Solutions, UniCarriers Forklifts, and Jungheinrich warehouse and automation products. Jungheinrich customers across North America will automatically receive the new five-year or 10,000-hour powertrain warranty, which was previously a two-year warranty, free of charge. Details of the warranty The plan covers all Class I and II powertrain components including motor, drive axle, and controller. With this new plan change, customers will also experience a 40% reduction in Jungheinrich extended warranty prices, in addition to energy efficiency with longer run times. “We're excited to introduce the industry's first standard 5-year powertrain warranty…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.94
…it’s my imagination, but there seemed to be more AGVs and mobile robots than ever. Shuttles galore: With the explosion of piece picking, it’s no surprise that shuttles to enable goods-to-person piece picking were on prominent display. I noted shuttles at the booths for Dematic, Intelligrated, viastore, Schaefer, OPEX and Knapp to name a few. At the same time, based on the number of pick-and-put-to-light displays I saw, picking mezzanines and putwalls appear to be alive and well. Software is more important than ever: For proof, I note that both Dematic and Intelligrated are sponsoring separate booths just for their…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.92
…much cheaper in use than the competing concept of AGV [automated guided vehicle] trucks. In this particular case, it is a solution more than two times cheaper than an AGV.” Founded in 2013, Mobile Industrial Robots said its collaborative AMRs can automate internal logistics. The Odense, Denmark-based company reported that its sales have risen by 1,246% from 2015 to 2020. MiR, a subisidiary of Teradyne Inc., has a distribution network in more than 60 countries, with regional offices in New York, San Diego, Singapore, Frankfurt, Barcelona, Tokyo, and Shanghai. Mobile Industrial Robots' customers include multinational manufacturers and logistics providers, as…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.92
…center of excellence will focus on automated guided vehicles (AGVs) and autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), artificial intelligence, human-machine collaboration, and biomedical robotics. The company serves the manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, consumer packaged goods, and healthcare industries. The Noida, India-based company also opened new U.S. headquarters in Irvine, Calif., as part of its ongoing expansion in the Americas. It previously had offices in Frisco, Texas. Addverb claimed that the R&D center will help it tap into Silicon Valley's talent pool and that its U.S. headquarters will help it support customers. Tapan Pattnayak, director of system architecture at Addverb and head of the Center…