Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.62
February 09, 2022
…Noren, head of dedicated networks at Ericsson. “Ericsson is proud to partner with Kollmorgen to enable automatic guided vehicles [AGVs] with industry-grade reliable connectivity from Ericsson Private 5G, ensuring smooth and safe operations.” Stockholm-based Ericsson said its portfolio includes networks, digital services, managed services, and emerging business. The telecommunications provider said its investments in innovation have delivered telephony and mobile broadband to billions of people around the world. Kollmorgen joined Ericsson's Industry 4.0 partner program last April.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.44
February 06, 2022
…from the previous generation of automated guided vehicles, or AGVs, which required more infrastructure.) Let’s take a look at some use cases for deploying AMRs in the warehouse, along with the benefits that automation can bring to your supply chain. AMRs can increase pick rates, decrease labor costs Evo, a brand of Seattle-based Evolucion Innovations Inc., is a leading online retailer of sports gear and apparel. It invested in AMRs to help meet 2020 holiday peak challenges. Before the technology investment, employees picked about 35 units per hour (UPH). After adding robots from Locus Robotics, that number increased to 90…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.85
February 02, 2022
…global reference in natural navigation” for automated guided vehicles (AGVs) and autonomous mobile robots (AMRs). The Saint-Sulpice, Switzerland-based company said it has more than 20 years of industry experience helping companies with automation. BlueBotics explained that its Autonomous Navigation Technology (ANT) is designed to support customers as they bring AGVs, AMRs, or automated forklifts to market. It claimed that no additional infrastructure is needed and that more than 3,000 ANT-driven vehicles are currently in operation worldwide. Last year, ABI Research rated BlueBotics as a top market leader in AMRs for materials handling. “This acquisition is exciting news for BlueBotics. Being…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.34
February 01, 2022
…human involvement. This includes everything from automated guided vehicles (AGVs) and autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) that transport inventory between stages of the fulfillment process to automated storage and retrieval systems (ASRS) that bring goods in and out of storage. It also includes order-picking technology that can handle a limitless variety of products and packaging. Equipped with automation, facilities can run at their best, 24/7—even when labor is scarce. What does this mean for human employees? As more and more companies adopt automation, the role of the warehouse worker will surely change. But change doesn’t have to be a bad thing.…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.80
January 24, 2022
…robots, providing flexibility. The company added that its systems are designed to be integrated with other autonomous guided vehicles (AGVs) and autonomous mobile robots (AMRs). “Our innovative warehouse automation technology enables our customers to consistently achieve dramatic improvements in speed, efficiency, and order accuracy,” said Richie Chen, co-founder and CEO of HAI Robotics.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.55
January 21, 2022
Recording: February 23, 2022 at 2:00 EST
…are just beginning to add robots. Automated guided vehicles (AGVs) and autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) can relieve human workers from having to walk or push carts miles every day. They can also provide traceability and allow for the optimization of materials handling. Date: Wednesday, February 23, 2022 Time: 02:00 PM EST/ 11:00 AM PST In this free webcast, our expert panelists will discuss how better management of robot fleets can benefit end users and accelerate adoption. They will also examine the following considerations for mobile robots: The role of open-source software in developing and using mobile robots How to improve…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.47
January 15, 2022
…modules can negatively impact the functioning of AMRs and AGVS. Scott McGill, Director of Sales for Cornerstone: “Concrete often has worn and uneven surfaces that disrupt the functioning of laser-based navigation systems, or cracks and spalling that lead to wear and tear on robot wheels and hardware. Further, concrete floors tend to not be level. Because most robots are not equipped with a braking system, an un-level floor can cause a robot system to roll away from its target point, requiring unscheduled downtime and manual intervention to get it back in its proper position.” McGill continues: “Conversely, applications utilizing ResinDek…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.68
January 09, 2022
…enterprises that operate fleets of AMRs, automated guided vehicles (AGVs), and robot arms. In addition, AWS has partnered with MassRobotics to establish the AWS Robotics Startup Accelerator. In that program, selected early-stage startups will get special mentorship and training from robotics experts. An informational webinar will be held from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. EST on Jan. 10, 2022. Supply chains look for proven technology Since the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, supply chain problems, the complexity and spread of e-commerce, and recurring labor shortages have changed the adoption of automation from a cost-cutting exercise to a vital factor for growth.…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.31
January 03, 2022
…and Europe's VDA 5050 specification for autonomous guided vehicles (AGVs). InOrbit’s cloud platform supports the MassRobotics AMR-Sender protocol, which is designed to help connect robots from different vendors for basic functionality. It was first demonstrated at FedEx's DART center during the Association for Advancing Automation's (A3) AMR & Logistics Conference in October. “This allows companies that are developing robots to rely on a platform like InOrbit rather than building their own software stack,” said Pestoni. “That saves years of development work.” He cited Savioke as one company pursuing this strategy and added that deeper integrations between robotic and non-robotic systems…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.72
January 01, 2022
…If you are using—or plan to use—automated guided vehicles (AGVs) or autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), you may want to consider systems to manage safe navigation and task assignment in dynamic environments. Interoperability has arisen as a concern over the past year or so, as factories and warehouses begin to deploy robots from multiple suppliers. A universal fleet management system such as Meili FMS can help mobile robot fleets to work effectively, especially if the fleet consists of different types of robots. Not only does will this software allow you to centrally manage your robots, but it can also enable them…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.92
December 30, 2021
…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 0.63
December 12, 2021
…for equipment such as the following: Automated guided vehicles (AGVs) Smart picking Sortation systems Tote handling Smart AC forklifts – pallet, stack, reach, very narrow aisle (VNA), and counterbalance trucks Driverless lift trucks Conveyors and overhead systems Palletizing and depalletizing Storage systems Workstation systems AC charging stations Other IIoT applications NAI said it provides cable assemblies for the newer shuttles that move inventory, replacing traditional conveyor systems, for which it has also supplieds cables. The company added that it can connect the entire warehouse operation. Historical inventory data can be accessed to accurately determine optimal storage methods and areas. Collaboration…
