Intralogistics group Mecalux recently announced it has equipped Moderna Products’ warehouse in Izegem, Belgium with an automated storage and retrieval system (AS/RS) for pallets. The system connects manufacturing with storage areas for unfinished and finished products as well as the order picking and shipping portion of the distribution center. “We’re proud to say we manage the entire supply chain, spanning product development, production, storage, and distribution,” said Bart Bonte, Moderna Products owner and CEO. “Our priority is to use highly energy-efficient storage and production systems while maintaining our return on investment.” Rack-supported storage warehouse holds up to 12,560 pallets Moderna…
Fortune 500 global energy company Applied Energy Services Corporation (AES) recently introduced Maximo, an AI-enabled cobot that it said can enhance solar installation speed, efficiency, and safety. Maximo is an autonomous vehicle equipped with robot arms that works alongside construction teams to help meet rapidly growing renewable energy demand. According to the International Energy Agency (IEA) July 2024 Executive Summary, solar annual additions are expected to triple by 2035, and the workforce will need to nearly double. AES said its Maximo can install solar panels in less time at a lower cost than current methods, working together with on-the-ground crews…
The Heartland Robotics Cluster (HRC) recently announced the results of its latest education and training activities, spanning grade-school programs up to the FAA Aeronautical Knowledge Test. The HRC said it has been actively fostering innovation and education across the Midwest. From the appointment of Erin Sorensen at Northeast Nebraska Community College's iHub to the rapid progress of the iHub's construction, HRC said its partners are making significant strides in technological advancement. This summer's HRC robotics camps inspired young minds, while a new drone course pilot program is equipping educators with skills. Looking ahead, HRC said its Heartland Robotics and Automation…
Exotec, a global warehouse robotics provider, announced the opening of its Seoul Demo Center, a showroom displaying the company’s Skypod system near Seoul, South Korea. The facility is the company’s second in Asia and will allow visitors to experience its advanced warehouse automation offerings and connect with staff. Seoul demo center details This facility will showcase all standard elements of the Skypod system, including Skypod robots, modular storage racks and picking stations. Visitors will be able to observe system operations in real time as vertically climbing Skypod robots move goods between high-density storage and ergonomic picking stations. Additionally, visitors can…
Yale Lift Truck Technologies announced that its Yale Reliant operator assistance system recently won three awards, adding to the list of accolades that recognize the offering for helping to address unique operational safety risks in warehouses and other material handling operations. The technology reinforces lift truck operating best practices and supports operator awareness to help reduce the risk of accidents and close calls like a pedestrian unexpectedly walking in front of a lift truck or an operator traveling too quickly around turns. Yale Reliant awards roundup The technology was named one of the best-designed industrial products of the year by…
Visualization and observability software provider Foxglove recently released a case study on the use of its digital twin platform for autonomous commercial mower provider Greenzie. Atlanta, Ga.-based Greenzie is on a mission to free humans from repetitive outdoor labor. Specializing in the lawn care industry, Greenzie develops software to enhance the capabilities of commercial mowers through collaborative robotics operator assistance and autonomous vehicle technologies. Greenzie’s primary customers are commercial landscapers and lawn maintenance companies - which Foxglove said includes the largest landscaper in the U.S. - servicing large turf areas like athletic fields, industrial parks, and educational campuses. Data collection,…
Continuing to expand its Flex series of autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), ForwardX Robotics recently introduced its Flex 600-L Slim. ForwardX said its latest Flex series AMR has been engineered to elevate operational efficiency and safety standards for logistics and manufacturing applications. Features of the Flex 600-L Slim include: CE certified: ForwardX said it has ensured compliance with the highest safety and quality standards. Safety sensors: Equipped with four lidar sensors and machine vision with simultaneous localization and mapping (SLAM) technology, the Flex 600-L Slim offers 360 degrees of dynamic obstacle recognition and avoidance, which ForwardX said can ensure a safe…
