Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.25
June 10, 2019
…Hall of McCormick Place. From AS/RS and G2P to AGVs and AGCs to autonomous mobile robots and articulated robotic arms, this new Solution Center will showcase how these solutions play a vital role in improving receiving, storage, assembly, picking, sortation, packing and shipping operations. “High competition in the e-commerce industry has led to increased demand for speed, accuracy and efficiency in supply chain operations,” says George Prest, CEO of MHI. “As a result, ProMat attendees are increasingly looking for robotics and automation solutions for their warehouse and distribution center operations as a means to reduce operational and logistical costs and…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.79
May 21, 2019
With the rise of AGVs in industrial automation, added flexibility to production flow is a growing need. But no longer do supply chain and logistics operations need to limit their processes to just indoors. SICK’s outdoorScan3 revolutionizes the world of AGVs, allowing you to take your automation processes outdoors to connect multiple production sites. As the first-ever outdoor certified safety laser scanner, the outdoorScan3 is certified for indoor and outdoor use with ISO 13849 and IEC/TC 62998 certifications. Meaning it’s tested and proven to work as effectively in harsh conditions as it does in ideal conditions. The outdoorScan3 provides you…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.53
May 20, 2019
…Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) are more advanced than older AGVs (Automated guided vehicles) and finding adoption in warehouses that require faster, smarter, more flexible robots that are easy to set up and require less capital investment. AGVs have been around for decades but primarily used to support operations around production lines such as transportation of raw materials, semi-finished goods and finished goods between manufacturing and attached plant buffers. AGVs are being tested in large warehouses where repetitive tasks dominate but manually operated forklifts are still preferred for smaller operations. AMRs are more advanced as they can use dynamic navigation instead…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.78
April 24, 2019
…past two years there has been a resurgence in AGV technology after a bit of a hiatus. But that pause is now clearly behind us. Leading the way are new navigation technologies and greater collaboration with people. But AGVs are coming in new form factors too. These range from small bots to automated lift trucks. Two shows ago, you could walk around the floor and mention IoT and not get much a response from most people. People weren’t much better informed about AI. Today people know what both technologies are and have a good idea of what they can do…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.14
April 10, 2019
…equipment (33%) • Automation equipment, including automatic guided vehicles (AGVs), automated storage and retrieval systems (AS/RS) and robotics (33%) All of those technologies and many more will be represented within exhibits at Modex 2020, Prest added, as well as manufacturers, consultants, third-party logistics (3PL) providers, publishers and systems integrators will be there to demonstrate their equipment, systems, software and services to manufacturing and supply chain professionals from around the world. With more than 900 exhibitors spread across Modex’s 325,000-square-foot show floor, the event is expected to draw more than 30,000 visitors from more than 140 countries. It also offers a…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.67
April 08, 2019
…Hall of McCormick Place. From AS/RS and G2P to AGVs and AGCs to autonomous mobile robots and articulated robotic arms, this new solution center will showcase how these solutions play a vital role in improving receiving, storage, assembly, picking, sortation, packing and shipping operations. “High competition in the e-commerce industry has led to increased demand for speed, accuracy and efficiency in supply chain operations,” said George Prest, CEO of MHI. “As a result, ProMat attendees are increasingly looking for robotics and automation solutions for their warehouse and distribution center operations as a means to reduce operational and logistical costs and…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.49
March 07, 2019
…depalletizing. The survey also asked about automated guided vehicles (AGVs), a more established category in which the vehicles typically use guidance infrastructure like tape to navigate. AGV interest also climbed, from 7% using in 2018 to 11% in 2019, and 18% evaluating vs. 14% last year. In another bright spot for AGVs, their applications range is expanding into areas beyond materials transport. For instance, this year 29% are using or evaluating AGVs for bin picking, up from just 17% last year. When it comes to devices and mobile solutions, there were some mixed results. Overall, those using or with plans…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.54
January 25, 2019
…to move around the workplace as automated guided vehicles (AGVs). For safety and predictability, AGVs are programmed to move only along predetermined paths within a facility and are equipped with sensors that detect humans or objects in their paths to direct the AGVs to avoid accidents. Further advances have made it possible for robots to move and work in a variety of places. An operator can control them wirelessly or through wired connections. This type of situation builds a direct relationship between the robot and the human worker and allows the robot to take on meticulous, challenging and hazardous tasks…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 12.10
October 29, 2018
Creform Corporation has donated two AGVs to the Alabama Industrial Development Training Center (AIDT), which will use them in its training facility’s lab to simulate manufacturing processes. The AGV system consists of a loop that’s approximately 150 ft. end to end. AGVs carry a cart of blocks representing the product to a robot, which picks block from the top of the cart and places them on the conveyor. On the other end, a robot picks from the conveyor and places the blocks on the AGV’s cart. The carts feature a flat carrying deck on top to hold the blocks during…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.74
September 11, 2018
…be used in on-road fleet vehicles, autonomous guided vehicles (AGVs), and self-driving passenger cars.” “The Plug Power partnership is a great success story for RPI CATS, as we look to develop projects that will become an important part of the business’ long-term strategy,” said Stephen Rock, PhD, senior research scientist at RPI. “Our students gain real-world exposure to companies that they would not otherwise get in the classroom, and get to work on cutting-edge technologies. We’re proud of our program and believe that it is essential to the growth of New York State’s technology leadership position in the U.S. and…
Found in Robotics Companies & Businesses, with a score of 6.45
September 11, 2018
…robot manufacturers, including Kuka, Kawasaki, Nachi, Motoman/Yaskawa, ABB, Denso, and Fanuc. We specialize in integrating conveyors with mobile robots, AGVs, robotics, and other automated equipment, adding custom components or designing and manufacturing a completely new system. Our automated welding solutions include arc, resistance spot, laser, and stud/nut welding. Heartland’s experienced team is ready to help with start-to-finish service from design through installation and providing all the support that is needed to deliver maximum value to your material handling operation.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.28
September 07, 2018
…decades - from the use of sortation systems to conveyors/AGV’s to RFID systems to complex WMS and WCS systems. In recent years, the focus on being able to profitably cater to customer’s preferences and omnichannel fulfillment strategies has led companies to aggressively seek advanced automation and robotics solutions. The pressure of managing labor shortages in concert with wage hikes while improving speed and accuracy of operations to increase productivity per square foot are driving organizations to look at advancements in technologies to help them control the three big costs—labor, time and real estate. For example, companies are now investing heavily…
