Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 14.27
March 01, 2018
…to fall into the dark ages. From autonomous mobile robots to complete supply chain solutions to advanced inventory tracking systems, the options continue to proliferate and drive logistics professionals to develop smarter, more efficient facilities. With that in mind, here are six ways warehouse management is evolving, along with a peek at what we can expect in the next five years. 1.) Software that adapts and personalizes on the dime Much like their end customers expect quick, personalized service, today’s logistics professionals are turning to their warehouse management systems (WMS) software vendors and asking for systems that accommodate their specific…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 14.27
January 14, 2022
…Körber Business Area Supply Chain to implement software and robots from Geekplus Technology Co. As a result, Ariat said it can shift staffers from strenuous tasks to work requiring more skill. Founded in 1993, Ariat said it has “reimagined” the boot for modern riders, ranchers, and workers. The Union City, Calif.-based retailer takes its name from famous racehorse Secretariat, and it claimed that it is now one of the top western, equestrian, outdoor, and work brands in the world. Ariat is already using Körber's K.Motion warehouse management system (WMS) at its distribution center in Texas. Körber Supply Chain has helped…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 14.26
July 08, 2021
…Driven by BALYO technology transforms standard forklifts into smart robots for moving pallets in distribution centers and factories, freeing humans for more enriching, creative jobs, said BALYO. The Ivry-sur-Siene, France-based company claimed that its guidance system enables mobile robots to locate their position and navigate autonomously indoors without the need for any additional infrastructure. FM Logistic is a longtime client and partner of BALYO and will manage the new center. The companies said their goal is to jointly and rapidly develop one of the leading mobile robotics logistics centers in France and Europe, not just for clients, but also for…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 14.15
August 30, 2021
…risks. Formic Technologies Inc. has launched to offer customized robots at a low hourly rate, with guaranteed uptime and no upfront costs. The startup, which has an office in Chicago, said it can handle scoping, engineering, purchasing, implementation, and maintenance. “We started Formic because we saw all that automation can do, and we wanted to provide a way for any manufacturer to easily adopt automation in a simple, risk-free, and on-demand way,” said Saman Farid, co-founder and CEO of Formic Technologies. “With Formic’s fundamentally different approach to financing and deployment, manufacturers can do more with automation without high costs or…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 14.02
February 17, 2023
…fulfillment automation technology, with more than 1,150 systems in operation worldwide, is now available as a pay-per-pick service. The new offering will enable a lower entry price point to help retailers meet the growing need for more efficient warehouse operations and faster customer delivery, the Nedre Vats, Norway-based company said. AutoStore, founded in 1996, said it is a technology company that develops automated storage reterival systems to help businesses achieve efficiency gains within the storage and retrieval of goods. The company offers both hardware and software capabilities, and the AutoStore technology is interoperable with other third-party solutions. AutStore to work…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 14.00
March 15, 2024
…for businesses seeking to streamline and optimize their fulfillment operations where speed, accuracy, and efficiency are paramount. In addition to machine vision software, Plus One provides human-in-the-loop remote supervision service through Yonder. In an adjacent booth, Yaskawa Motoman demonstrated parcel induction using Plus One Robotics’ machine vision systems. Photo: Donald Halsing / PEERLESS MEDIA AI and machine vision increase depalletization SKU compatibility Plus One’s new depalletization feature can address customer needs in grocery fulfillment, including the demand for increased SKU entitlement for shrink-wrapped cartons and trays. The new capabilities help overcome a longstanding technical challenge faced when automating the depalletization…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 13.97
July 16, 2023
Robots are moving goods in warehouses, packaging foods, and helping assemble vehicles—when they’re not flipping burgers or serving lattes. How did they get so skilled so fast? Robotics simulation. Making leaps in progress, it’s transforming industries all around us. A robotics simulator places a virtual robot in virtual environments to test the robot’s software without requiring the physical robot. And the latest simulators can generate datasets to be used to train machine learning models that will run on the physical robots. In this virtual world, developers create digital versions of robots, environments, and other assets robots might encounter. These environments…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 13.93
February 21, 2023
…technological advances has opened the door for autonomous mobile robots, or AMRs, to take on more tasks in manufacturing and supply chain operations. The changes don't stop there, however. Today, adopters of AMRs have begun to shift into high gear, transitioning from pilot projects involving small numbers of robots to “fleet-size” implementations. For example, Zebra Technologies' roller-top AMRs are making inroads into factories, warehouses, and distribution centers (see image, above right). These robots, built on Fetch Robotics' Freight 100 bases, are taking on more and more collaborative roles. This is thanks to advanced sensors, artificial intelligence, and increasingly capable fleet…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 13.79
November 02, 2021
Restaurants are looking to fast orders of robots. Miso Robotics today announced the latest model of its Flippy flagship food-preparation robot. The Pasadena, Calif.-based company said Flippy 2 is able to perform twice as many fry-station tasks as its predecessor. Miso said it received valuable feedback from White Castle, which deployed the original Flippy at a location in the Chicagoland area in September 2020. “Like all technologies, Flippy 2 has evolved significantly from its predecessor, and we are extremely grateful for the insights collected from White Castle to truly push its development forward in a real restaurant environment,” said Mike…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 13.77
December 21, 2021
…scale TuSimple's autonomous trucking technology into DHL's global logistics operations. “Partnering with leading-edge technology companies is foundational to our digital transformation strategy, and TuSimple will play a key role in supporting our adoption of next wave transportation solutions,” said Jim Monkmeyer, president of transportation at DHL Supply Chain. “We share TuSimple's vision of utilizing efficiencies to drive a more sustainable future and have been encouraged by the results so far.” TuSimple continues global expansion Founded in 2015, TuSimple has operations in Arizona, Texas, Europe, and China. The San Diego, Calif.-based company is developing SAE Level 4 autonomy for long-haul, heavy-duty…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 13.75
August 02, 2018
…the unnecessary time consumption. Real-time technical challenges in the operation of these systems with the requirement of high capital investment are anticipated to negatively impact the material handling equipment market. The complexity involved in the integration of hardware and software for manufacturing facilities is restricting companies that have budgetary constraints from adopting these systems. Moreover, cybersecurity threats in these systems are also factors hindering the industry growth. The robotics segment in the material handling equipment market is expected to witness significant CAGR of over 8% to reach over USD 20 billion by 2024 owing to the demand for high-performance robotic…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 13.68
May 11, 2021
Distributed control and monitoring of autonomous and remote-controlled robots, drones, and vehicles must work even when connectivity is unreliable. This is critical for systems in mining, underwater, and aerospace applications. Real-Time Innovations Inc. today announced the release of RTI Connext 6.1, the latest version of its software framework for cyber-physical systems. Real-Time Innovations (RTI) said Connext shares data directly, connecting artificial intelligence algorithms to real-time networks of devices. The Sunnyvale, Calif.-based company said its software has more than 1,500 designs and runs over 250 autonomous vehicle programs, coordinates combat management for U.S. Navy ships, and is used in medical robotics.…
