Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 13.13
February 01, 2023
…Vegas, Mujin Corp. is showcasing an exhibit that combines Geekplus Co.’s mobile robots with a robotic picking system. The companies said they designed the booth to “demonstrate a total order fulfillment solution featuring pick and place robots seamlessly integrating with mobile robots.” “This solution automates the process of creating mixed orders from single-SKU containers, delivering increased value for end users,” Mujin said in a release yesterday. Manifest runs from Jan. 31 to Feb. 2 at the Caesars Forum in Las Vegas. Mujin and Geek+ are among the hundreds of companies attending the logistics and supply chain trade show and conference.…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 39.25
January 26, 2023
…providers and mobile robots suppliers. Boomi yesterday announced that Geekplus Co. has selected the Boomi AtomSphere Platform to automate its smart logistics platform. “We are aiming to co-create a new logistics standard by utilizing next-generation robotics technology to solve the increasingly serious labor shortage in Japan and the gap between the growth of e-commerce demand and the growth of physical volume,” said Yusuke Arima, a member of the System Development Group at Geekplus. “After evaluating various integration platforms, Geekplus chose Boomi’s intelligent, low-code, cloud-native platform for its versatility, development speed, and ease of use,” he added. “The Boomi platform will…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.57
December 21, 2022
…warehouse is outfitted with more than 82 robots from GeekPlus Technology Co., which specializes in smart logistics. Though the robots do much of the work, the new center has created 30 jobs as C-StoreMaster rapidly expands its distribution network. “To bring the first multi-level shuttle system of its kind in the country to Huntsville is a great accomplishment for our team,” stated Sharan Kalva, president of C-StoreMaster. “Innovation has always been at the forefront of our business, and with this new warehouse, C-StoreMaster is set up for success for years to come.” C-StoreMaster partnered with Geek+ to incorporate three automation…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.74
December 02, 2022
…announced the opening of a full-scale demonstration site for GeekPlus Technology Co.’s multi-level, high-density, Four-way Shuttle Solution at KPI’s headquarters in Belton, Mo. “KPI is proud to partner with Geek+ to offer this exciting solution to our clients as an option for optimized storage and fast order fulfillment,” said Jim Kuecker, chief commercial officer at KPI Integrated Solutions. “KPI’s sole focus is to deliver data-driven warehousing solutions and integrate industry-leading technologies for our clients that boost fulfillment speed and reduce labor dependence.” KPI Integrated Solutions, a portfolio company of a fund managed by the Private Equity Group of Ares Management,…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 10.72
November 03, 2022
…the installation of 100 autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) from Geekplus Technology Co. is one of the largest of its kind in Eastern Europe. Geek+ is a trusted technology partner of Körber. “DB Schenker has experienced outstanding success since its inception as an early innovator in the Eastern European market,” said Ingo Brauckmann, executive vice president for contract logistics/supply chain management Europe at DB Schenker. “With COVID-19 driving more consumers online, we are well-placed to increase and improve the service offering for our rapidly growing consumer base.” With around 76,100 employees at more than 1,850 locations in over 130 countries, DB…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 13.59
September 16, 2022
…lb.) payload capacity. Bosch Rexroth developed the AMR with Geekplus Technology Co. The robot uses Bosch Rexroth's RoKIT Locator software to work in highly dynamic environments without human intervention, said the company. The CE- and ETL-certified robot also features hybrid navigation with simultaneous localization and mapping (SLAM) and QR Codes. In addition, the AMR includes safety features such as 360-degree obstacle detection, anti-collision bumpers, and emergency stop buttons in both the front and rear. Rexroth said AMR experts will be at its AMR and Logistics Week booth to discuss visitors' unique applications. They can also explain how a robot fleet…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.30
September 12, 2022
…warehouses worldwide, some vendors are actively pursuing new markets. Geekplus Technology Co. last week announced that it has established formal agreements with more than 50 integrators to accelerate its international expansion. “Our network of integrators is an extremely valuable part of our success,” stated Lit Fung, vice president and managing director of international business at Geek+. “We view each robot deployed by our partners as a vote of confidence in our technology. Their extensive experience makes them ideally positioned to deliver large-scale robotics projects to customers and enable Geek+ to accelerate our business growth.” Founded in 2015, Geek+ claimed to…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 31.05
August 11, 2022
Mobile robot maker Geekplus Technology Co. announced this week that it has partnered with software developer and warehouse automation systems integrator Numina Group. It has begun offering Geek+’s robots as part of its goods-to-person systems. Chicago-based Numina Group said it decided to work with Geek+ to maximize picking productivity and profitability at one of its client’s growing sporting goods fulfillment operations. The online sports retailer now benefits from Geek+'s goods-to-person (G2P) technology with a fleet of P800 picking robots to automate picking and put away from 50,000 warehouse storage shelf positions. “We are very pleased to have partnered with The…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 10.28
August 08, 2022
…warehouses, but there's still plenty of room for growth. Geekplus Technology Co. today announced that it has closed a new $100 million Series E1 funding round and that it is now valued at more than $2 billion. The Beijing-based company said it plans to use the funding to accelerate its global market expansion and continue AMR research and development. “Thanks to the successful implementation of our global business strategy, the transformative value of our products, and the surge of the smart logistics market, Geek+ is well-positioned to further capture the outsized growth opportunities,” stated Yong Zheng, founder and CEO of…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.79
August 01, 2022
Geekplus Technology Co. last week said it has expanded its collaboration with electronic components manufacturer Siemens Switchgear Ltd. in the second phase of a smart manufacturing automation project. The expansion introduces more of Geek+'s goods-to-person picking and materials handling robots to the multi-robot configuration and opens up a further 3,000 sq. m (32,291 sq. ft.) of automated warehousing space. The system has achieved a delivery accuracy rate of 100%, with materials accuracy of over 99.98% in the production line, said the companies. “We are very proud of this end-to-end automation success with Siemens Switchgear,” said Junzhe Yang, vice president of…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 23.65
July 22, 2022
Mobile robot provider Geekplus Technology Co. has continued its European expansion. The company this week opened its regional headquarters at Sci-Tech Daresbury in Cheshire, U.K. In addition, Geek+ has deployed mobile robots at the Madrid distribution center of e-commerce delivery provider Paack Holdings Inc. “The U.K. is home to some of our most exciting projects, including large-scale automated parcel sorting and multi-site goods-to-person robotics deployments,” stated Brian Lee, head of U.K. at Geek+. “Logistics operators here, and retailers in particular, recognize the game-changing value brought by autonomous mobile robots and are eager to upgrade their operations. We are delighted to…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.83
July 18, 2022
…through facilities across the Americas, thanks to corporate partnerships. Geekplus America Inc. today announced that it has expanded its presence in South America with strategic partner Körber Supply Chain. The company said it will debut its intelligent robots at Elevate Brazil 2022 this week in Sao Paolo, the first time Geek+'s goods-to-person systems will be showcased in Brazil. “We are thrilled to take the next step in our partnership with Körber Supply Chain to strengthen our growing presence in South America,” stated Randy Randolph, vice president of channels and partnerships at Geek+ Americas. “This deepened partnership allows us to continue…
