Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 3.29
February 18, 2021
…and just works.” “The Locus solution unlocks substantial productivity gains, while significantly lowering expenses, improving employee morale, and providing customers with unmatched visibility into warehouse operations,” said Jay Simons, a general partner at BOND. “The platform is powerful enough to meet – and exceed – warehouse operators’ needs today, tomorrow, and in the months and years to come.” In a market of more than 20 billion square feet of warehouse space worldwide, and rising e-commerce volume, Locus helps operators effectively meet the industry’s growing demand, while seamlessly managing today’s often unpredictable volume shifts. Locus currently serves more than 40 customers…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 3.71
February 16, 2021
…of the AutoStore grid storage density and goods-to-person productivity gains in tandem with Peapod Digital Labs’ picking system will create a flexible solution ideal for streamlining grocery e-commerce order fulfillment. Ahold Delhaize USA companies will continue other micro-fulfillment tests, such as the multi-shuttle pilot with Stop & Shop and TakeOff Technologies in the Hartford, Conn., market. Additional micro-fulfillment pilots will be announced in the coming months. Once built, the new EFC will add to Ahold Delhaize USA companies’ growing supply chain. As of March 1, the supply chain will include 18 self-managed traditional distribution centers, 28 EFCs and over 1,100…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.28
February 03, 2021
…by immersive learning pioneer TRANSFR. Within the simulation, workers gain first-hand experiences with the safety protocols required to operate heavy machinery and equipment of up to 400 tons, lifting power transformers as heavy as 800,000 pounds. The training initiative is helping to increase compliance with industry standards as HPT employees learn how to operate and service cranes within OSHA standards, using a highly repeatable and consistent training process. “Alabama is leading the way in harnessing the potential of technology to unlock economic opportunity for citizens across the state,” says Bharani Rajakumar, founder and CEO of TRANSFR. “This is about expanding…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.56
February 02, 2021
Essentium Inc. announces the second in a series of findings from independent global research on the current and future use of industrial 3D printing. The survey found that investments in 3D printing at an industrial-scale are paying off, with companies reporting benefits, including high part performance (46%), cost reduction (46%), and speed to part (45%). Changes over the last year showed 3D printing's relevance in manufacturing, according to Essentium. The AM industry stepped in to make quantities of supplies at scale to keep assembly lines moving. 2021, adds to Essentium, will mark the year that additive at scale transforms manufacturing…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.47
January 19, 2021
…company says. Offering a 16-liter build volume and productivity gains, the NXE 400 printer yields part-throughput gains while offering low cost of ownership in its class on the market, the company says. Nexa3D enters the dental market with all of Keystone’s KeyPrint resins, including KeySplint Soft, a material that delivers a combination of the strength needed to protect teeth with the added flexibility for improved patient comfort, with a transparent, aesthetic appearance. “At Nexa3D, we are committed to advancing 3D printing performance and productivity through internal innovations and external collaborations,” says said Avi Reichental, co-founder, chairman and CEO, Nexa3D. Every…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.83
January 15, 2021
Stefan Nusser, Chief Product Officer at Fetch Robotics oversees product strategy for all Fetch robots and solutions. Stefan discusses the differences between autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), automated guided vehicles (AGVs), and automated guided carts (AGCs). He also discusses how Fetch is helping during this global pandemic. By listening to this episode, you’ll gain insights on: How AMRs have changed the game in many different industries What Fetch Robotics is doing to provide help during the global pandemic Whatsensor solutions help you make the most of your AMRs Subscribe the On Air with SICK USA wherever you get your podcasts!
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.26
January 13, 2021
…example, driverless yard jockeys and lift trucks will likely gain more traction as organizations work to reduce their reliance on human labor and streamline operations. With warehouse space at a premium and companies working to optimize physical footprints, more of them will need equipment and software to help achieve those goals both on the dock and within their four walls. To accommodate these needs, Swietlik says Rite-Hite has been integrating automated controls and other technology into its dock locks, levelers and other equipment, regardless of the specific, current demand for those controls. “Whether the company is buying automation now or…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.55
January 07, 2021
…posed this question to logistics and transportation professionals to gain added insights into how organizations are responding to the disruptive pressures of new technology, rising customer expectations, and a global pandemic. In this session, Christopher A. Boone, Ph.D., assistant professor at Mississippi State University and Karl B. Manrodt, Ph.D., professor at Georgia College and State University, review the survey results, discuss key trends, and offer recommendations for current and future supply chain success. “Most respondents think transportation is fundamentally changing,” says Manrodt. “The majority also agree that they will see an increase in funding for transportation, too. Normally that’s not…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.69
January 06, 2021
…fully invested in leveraging simulation and computational modeling to gain an in-depth understanding of its systems, which in turn will give them more confidence in what they ultimately take to clinical trials, according to officials. Parent company BioMerieux has long tapped COMSOL simulation tools early in its process to optimize device designs through system modeling, while at BioFire, the practice comes into play in the post-release process to get a deeper understanding of complex systems to aid in making changes and supporting legacy systems. Although the simulation and modeling work won’t serve as a replacement for physical clinical trials, it…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.62
December 09, 2020
…all the way from concept through design, manufacturing, quality and service. This unbroken flow of information will help DENSO gain insights that can inform decisions throughout every aspect of the product lifecycle, the company says. “To remain competitive, you need technology that meets your needs today and tomorrow,” says Masahiko Hisatsugu, president of Aras Japan. “By leveraging the resiliency of the Aras platform, DENSO will be able to stay competitive on systems built for the present day while assured that the entire organization is making decisions based on data it can trust.”
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.08
November 20, 2020
…(No. 10) and SICK (No. 11) posted substantial double-digit gains, year-over-year,” Krebs adds. Other companies rounding out VDC’s list of top AIDC vendors this year were Honeywell (No. 2), Datalogic (No. 3), Cognex (No. 5), Toshiba TEC (No. 6), Denso Wave (No. 7) and Panasonic (No. 8). These companies’ year-over-year revenue comparison was a mixed bag, with some posting increases as high as 37.8% over 2019 (Fujian Newland) and others reporting decreases of up to 23% (Panasonic). These numbers include only hardware revenues for handheld rugged mobile computers, vehicle mounted computers, handheld and stationary bar code scanners, and thermal label…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.69
November 16, 2020
…surfaced on-demand to those who need it. As AI gains a firmer foothold in the simulation arena, companies will be able to more clearly define data management requirements. “As the use of machine learning expands, new demands on data management will emerge so that one can determine what data was used to train a neural network and how that data can be augmented in the future,” says Mas. Chances of success If you brush aside the enthusiasm and the hype, what are the odds of successfully incorporating AI into the design simulation process? While AI has been effectively harnessed in…
