Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.91
March 24, 2021
…senior technical advisor and research and development evangelist at FedEx Express. Prather is a longtime proponent of practical automation, and he discussed the difference between provider expectations and industry needs. “There are a lot of sensational things out there, such as a shelf-climbing robot, which people have sent me so many times [on social media],” he told Robotics 24/7. “It seems like a lot of tech to pick one box, when a guy on a scissor lift could pull multiple orders much faster.” “I don't see how OSHA would sign off on this, since it isn't operating where no human…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.90
January 14, 2021
…episode of The Rebound, Dale Chrystie, blockchain strategist with FedEx, discusses the development of blockchain, and why this technology has the potential to transform supply chains. ASCM CEO Abe Eshkenazi and SCMR Editorial Director Bob Trebilcock are hosts. There are a lot of exciting new technologies in the supply chain management toolbox, everything from robotics to robotic process automation. The challenge for supply chain professionals in this new landscape is to identify which technology can transform a process and deliver real value for their organization. Blockchain is one of the technologies that practioners are still trying to make sense of.…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 10.61
August 10, 2021
…site uses traditional picking for its three pull times: FedEx at 4pm, UPS at 5pm, DHL at 6pm. This operation may wave each pull time separately, pick through to completion, then wave the next in. As shown in the graph, they picked FedEx to completion by 10:30am — an unnecessary early finish, then wave UPS and pick until 3:30pm and finally wave DHL but barely finish by the 6pm pull time. If you look at this operation’s rate information, they took a strong rate hit because the FedEx pool of work was small. The graph above shows the difference when…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.97
March 12, 2022
…the next few years. Legacy players such as Amazon, FedEx, and Postmates are also investing in autonomous vehicles and mobile robots, bringing their systems into more cities and countries regularly. Among the challenges for both sidewalk and street-based systems is a lack of unified regulations across jurisdictions. Delivery challenges Many of these robots have SAE Level 3 or Level 4 autonomy. Several companies' delivery robots are still remote-controlled, however. Delivery robots are limited by how much they carry and how long they last on a single charge. But they are improving all the time. At CES 2022, delivery robot company…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.41
April 29, 2022
…to work with technologies and mentors from supporters including FedEx, OhmniLabs, READY Robotics, and Teradyne (owner of Universal Robots, Mobile Industrial Robots, and AutoGuide Mobile Robots). Students can learn to use control software, collaborative robots, autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), and telepresence systems. “Eastern Kentucky Correctional Complex is extremely proud and excited to partner with such a great organization as eKAMI,” said David Green, warden of the Eastern Kentucky Correctional Complex. “This will be a game-changer for the incarcerated individuals who complete this program. It checks all the boxes to help them overcome the major struggles of re-entering society after release:…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.28
October 05, 2021
…Forward” will be from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. CT on Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2021. Pestoni will join speakers from FedEx, Siemens, and Vecna Robotics. In addition, InOrbit will be an exhibitor at A3's conference, which will focus on automation and logistics advancements. The company said it will be available for live product demonstrations and interviews upon request. It also plans to make several announcements at the show. “We will be showing some concepts at our booth, and we'll have partners to talk about solutions,” Pestoni told Robotics 24/7. “We're happy to help facilitate this event.”
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.60
January 12, 2022
…president of Nuro. “Through our strategic partnerships with Domino’s, FedEx, Kroger, 7-Eleven, and more, we are doing just that—improving road safety, sustainability, and overall access to goods delivery.” “With the introduction of our new flagship model and the ground-breaking of our new production facility—one of the industry’s first end-of-line manufacturing facilities in America—we are excited about the opportunity to fulfill our vision of improving everyday life through autonomous delivery at scale.” Nuro has been piloting its autonomous vehicles for local deliveries in Texas, Arizona, and California. Last year, the company closed on $600 million in Series D funding. Its announcement…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.54
April 24, 2017
…more shipping duties from the likes of UPS and FedEx by leasing trucks, planes, and ships. The company has also started testing drones to deliver items from warehouses to buyers' doorsteps as part of its Prime Air initiative. Earlier this year, Amazon was awarded a patent for the technology that would allow driverless cars to to navigate traffic and lanes on highways. Related: FedEx Bets on Automation as it Prepares to Fend Off Uber and Amazon Related “Delivery” White Papers Five Ways to Optimize Your DC For E-Commerce Fulfillment While DCs typically are designed to handle below-peak throughput, the rise…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.46
May 18, 2021
…MassRobotics AMR Interoperability Working Group met with representatives from FedEx, Procter & Gamble, and DHL, all major industrial users of mobile robots. Each company said it is testing a variety of AMRs and that it is looking for standards that could be used in environments where people and robots from multiple vendors can work together. They all acknowledged that no one provider can automate every task. “I applaud the Working Group for their efforts and dedication in laying out these first steps toward AMR interoperability,” said Aaron Prather, senior technical advisor at FedEx. “The diversity of the team shows that…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.30
March 14, 2019
…Not when you stack it up against UPS or FedEx, but they only started building it in the last few years. That makes it impressive. So impressive in fact, that Morgan Stanley Analyst Ravi Shanker assessed that it’s too big for even Amazon to utilize to full capacity alone. Which is what has business analysts everywhere speculating that Amazon will offer third-party transportation services on top of Amazon Fulfillment. Amazon’s current transportation fleet consists of: 40 Boeing 767 aircraft (with ten more coming in 2019 and 2020) Over 5,300 ocean freight containers moved in 2018 More than 20,000 Mercedes-Benz sprinter…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.96
July 02, 2024
…A3’s Autonomous Mobile Robots and Logistics Conference, sponsored by FedEx, on October 8-10, both at the Renasant Convention Center in Memphis, Tenn. A3 said its previous Autonomous Mobile Robots and Logistics Conference in 2021 attracted over 650 industry leaders. A3 also held a panel discussion on humanoid robots at Automate 2024 in Chicago. “With all of the new developments in humanoid robots, we believe the timing is right for the industry’s first humanoid robot forum,” said Jeff Burnstein, A3 president. “Our focus will be on the present state of the technology, current humanoid applications in logistics and manufacturing, and the…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.91
January 02, 2019
…Motors UNEX Manufacturing acquires SpeedCell Orbis acquires Hinkle Manufacturing FedEx partners with Vecna Robotics as part of automation growth strategy Zebra Technologies to acquire Xplore Technologies SencorpWhite and Minerva Associates announce a strategic merger Research and economy IDC FutureScape predictions foretell rapid digital transformation for manufacturers and retailers U.S. warehousing market remains solid, says Armstrong report Deloitte studies distinctive traits of digital frontrunners in manufacturing ITA reports third consecutive year of record-breaking forklift sales In other news ALAN issues urgent requests to support ongoing Michael, Florence recovery Industry celebrates 5th annual National Forklift Safety Day Modex 2018 sees record attendance…
