Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.29
November 02, 2022
…volumes remain high overall. “I think one of the 3PL [third-party logistics] sites we're at, their peak volumes goes up 6x around this time of the year, so it is still as crazy as ever, maybe not just as crazy as last year,” said Cherewka. Autonomous forklifts grow in popularity Like OTTO Motors, Vecna’s counterbalanced forklift has been very popular. It has become the company’s most popular lift truck, Cherewka said. “We just announced an upgrade for that,” he said. “Part of the upgrade for that was driven by the amount of packaging workflows that we’re running into.” As a…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.28
September 24, 2021
…of SoftBank Group: SB Logistics is a third-party logistics (3PL) provider for e-commerce fulfillment, and SoftBank Robotics is SoftBank Group’s robotics division. DC design had to align with greater goals When Okabe, Ito, and their team began to work on the design for picking and packing processes for the facility, key performance indicators (KPIs) and return on investment (ROI) targets were among the considerations to justify the investment in automation. So was the ability of the robots to handle packages in a way that meets the exacting quality standards of Japanese consumers, who expect even the transport packaging to arrive…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.28
September 11, 2020
…kit. That is especially true in the third-party logistics (3PL) industry, where Modern has featured AMR implementations at industry leaders like DHL, GEODIS, Rakuten Super Logistics and, in the July issue, UPS. See a detailed inside look at the moving parts of the NorthShore Care distribution center. Those articles highlighted some of the leading AMR solution providers that are now becoming household names, including Locus Robotics, inVia Robotics and 6 River Systems. While each of those providers brings different strengths and strategies to the table, what they share in common is the problem they aim to solve: A more efficient…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.28
November 16, 2020
…kit. That is especially true in the third-party logistics (3PL) industry, where Modern has featured AMR implementations at industry leaders like DHL, GEODIS, Rakuten Super Logistics and, in the July issue, UPS. Those articles highlighted some of the leading AMR solution providers that are now becoming household names, including Locus Robotics, inVia Robotics and 6 River Systems. While each of those providers brings different strengths and strategies to the table, what they share in common is the problem they aim to solve: A more efficient way to do e-fulfillment in facilities handling pretty standard products in standard packaging. In that…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.28
February 28, 2022
…applications, from automotive and electronics manufacturing to third-party logistics (3PL) and consumer packaged goods (CPGs) providers. To address the challenges of these sophisticated new applications, AMR vendors are constantly innovating to improve their robots’ performance and ease of use, allowing more robots to move efficiently and safely through complex traffic situations. Five rapidly changing technologies are worth watching as they drive advancements and deployments of AMRs. 1. AI goes beyond the buzz to make AMRs smarter, safer “Artificial intelligence” remains a confusing buzzword, inconsistently defined across industries and applications. But for AMRs, the technology means smarter robots that can teach…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.27
September 04, 2019
…fresh produce. “Shippers should plan ahead with carriers and 3PL partners for the produce season regardless of location,” he says. “Because most contractual pricing has explicit or assumed capacity per week and per day, shippers should verify capacity commitments and plan their transportation accordingly.” Allowing for extra lead time and providing accurate volume information are critical to avoiding tender rejections and minimizing costs, adds Burke. “Another option for shippers is to adopt a ‘peak’ or ‘produce season’ approach to pricing throughout the year to navigate the high transportation demand around this time,” he concludes. Technical considerations Meanwhile, changes within the…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.27
April 09, 2018
…at a tipping point. The piece focused on how 3PLs like DHL, GEODIS and Quiet Logistics are deploying mobile collaborative robots in their e-commerce fulfillment operations. One of the things that struck me is that while the implementations we’re seeing are small, it feels as if the market for mobile collaborative robotics is at a tipping point in materials handling, and it feels as if the adoption rate, poised to become in the next three to five years just another tool in the tool kit. In the words of Stephen Stills, there’s something happening here. Last week, as I was…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.27
April 21, 2022
…operates out of MassRobotics’ co-working space. Third-party logistics providers (3PL) are currently operating two of its systems, and Southie Autonomy said it expects to have several dozen or so more in use by the end of the year. RailPod inspects railroads RailPod makes automated devices to inspect railroad tracks for obstructions, loose fasteners, and clearance levels for large payloads such as wind turbines. “The concept is we bring a variety of different inspection technologies into one platform automated to do a series of analytics, predictive maintenance work, and specific applications,” said CEO Brendan English. Founded in 2014, the company has…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.25
August 29, 2022
…electric cars. The food and beverage and third-party logistics [3PL] industries are also adopting robotics en masse. Overall, there's been a massive shift from legacy automation systems like automated guided vehicles [AGVs] and conveyors to more flexible AMRs. What other problems does the robotics industry need to overcome to make automation easier for all? Theobald: Anything vendors can do to remove the perceived barriers of automation is critical. And that’s why initiatives like RaaS are so important. Not only does it help customers shift from capital expenditure to operational expenditure, but it allows teams to scale up based on demand…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.24
February 10, 2021
…the first application is at a UK third-party logistics (3PL) provider that operates a multi-channel DC for one of the country’s largest cell phone retailers. Previously, the operation was guided by a radio frequency portable terminal-based picking process paired with ring scanners. While highly accurate and mobile, the screen- and scan-based process actually added unnecessary time to each pick. Scanning could not be entirely eliminated because many of the products have unique product identification numbers. However, the WMS- directed pick-to-cart process was not especially time efficient. The solution was to move to wireless pendant scanners connected by Bluetooth to a…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.22
September 04, 2022
…This includes customers, suppliers, vendors, warehouses, third-party logistics providers (3PLs), transportation partners, etc. For smooth operations, you need to have a strong collaboration with these partners. To foster collaboration, you need to align with the goals of your partners. The incentive structure in place should also foster strong, stable partnerships. Robust data sharing with partners is also needed to help them grow with your organization. 3. Consider cobots Mobile robots and collaborative robots are new additions to many supply chains. They can help in a range of activities, from picking products on distribution center shelves and sorting to delivering them…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.22
May 15, 2019
…and rubber (among others). On the non-manufacturing side, respondents work for business/consulting services, retail, wholesale, and third-party logistics providers (3PLs).
