Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.82
March 11, 2024
…smart factories to increase production flexibility and automate goods delivery. The company offers customized AMRs to help deliver a smart factory fleet management package, that it demonstrated during the show in Atlanta. Autonomous robots in intralogistics AFORMIC’s smart robotics option offers real-time intralogistics management by providing automation in material handling, which reduces operational expenses and increases efficiency in manufacturing and warehouse processes. It includes an AI-powered integrated software management system, called Qursor, as well as customized F series AMRs. The AFORMIC intralogistics platform provides comprehensive automation and control of internal transportation operations in industrial plants and warehouses. The automation of…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.37
March 11, 2024
…complex with increased consumer expectations for inventory and same-day deliveries,” said Andre Luecht, global strategy lead, transportation, logistics and warehousing at Zebra Technologies. “Zebra helps businesses work in new ways with technology and automation to drive the right outcomes in their operations and build an agile supply chain through better accuracy, visibility, and efficiency.” According to the study, eight in 10 decision-makers and frontline workers said using more technology and automation would help meet or exceed productivity goals. In addition, decision-makers (54%) and workers (49%) agree addressing worker comfort and ergonomics is a top workforce initiative. What to expect from…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.93
March 08, 2024
…inventory pallets and build order pallets ready for outbound delivery. “By taking a new approach that includes robotics from initial concepting, robots, autonomous vehicles and other material handling automation can now work in concert to further drive overall performance, savings and reduction in ergonomic challenges,” Cloer added. Planning and orchestration of the overall objectives and individual system tasks are completely managed by MujinController, which communicates to any warehouse management system (WMS) for information and updates concerning order and inventory management. The Robotic Case Picking system brings flexible automation to warehouses looking to fulfill more orders without the back-breaking workload of…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 15.03
March 07, 2024
…Solutions USA. “CLOi CarryBot offers seamless package movement and delivery within a warehouse and eliminates the need for workers to physically transport packages.” Having already launched autonomous robots that transport products, guide customers, deliver foods and beverages, and provide information in commercial settings, LG is now expanding its robotic line to serve warehouse applications in North America. CLOi CarryBot to be offered in shelf and rolling container configurations LG’s CLOi CarryBot operates at a top speed of 2.7 miles per hour, with a typical runtime of 18.5 hours, and autonomous dock charging time of 6 hours. At the end of…
Found in Robotics White Papers & Archives, with a score of 4.78
February 28, 2024
…holiday seasons, retailers focus heavily on order fulfilment and delivery to consumers. But it’s that next step in the process that often creates a warehouse bottleneck. As part of the reverse logistics process, robots can help alleviate concerns with warehouse backlogs and, from a financial standpoint, give returned items another shot at selling to consumers. E-commerce organizations continue to grow, but so too do their complexities with inventory, logistics, supply chain and warehouse management. Autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) work alongside humans to reduce the bottlenecks associated with returns and move packages to their designated spots within distribution facilities. Automation of…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 13.14
January 31, 2024
…said its automation system enables REWE to ensure on-time-in-full deliveries to its markets, overcome labor shortages, improve workplace safety, and support sustainable supply chain operations. Additionally, Cimcorp said it will provide 24/7 customer support to keep the system available and operational. Within the Oranienburg facility, Cimcorp’s intralogistics automation picks orders for fresh produce stored in plastic crates. “Fruit and vegetables are an extremely important commodity group for REWE customers -but characterized by heavy physical labor in the warehouses, which makes it difficult to recruit personnel,” said Lars Sibel, director SCM and logistics at Rewe Markt GmbH. “Cimcorp offers a unique…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.82
January 31, 2024
…of its KettyBot Pro, the next generation of its delivery and reception robot. Enhancements in the new generation include immersive engagement and personalized advertising, cutting-edge cameras that allow for navigating even narrower passageways, smart tray inspection based on visual sensors and more color options. In 2024, restaurant and retail customers expect seamless experiences tailored to their preferences by brands that can anticipate their next desire. Businesses facing an unprecedented labor shortage are turning to robots to deliver such an experience. In addition to delivering food and returning items, KettyBot can attract, greet and guide customers in dynamic environments while generating…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 3.72
January 29, 2024
…and dabbled in both aerial drone and land-based last-mile delivery. Acquisitions are nothing new for Amazon. The company acquired shelf-moving AMR manufacturer Kiva Systems Inc. in 2012. Autonomous cart firm Canvas Technology and delivery robot developer Dispatch were bought in 2019. Amazon most recently purchased Belgian robotic manufacturer and integrator Cloostermans-Huwaert in 2022. Besides companies it has acquired, Amazon’s fulfillment centers serve as a proving ground for developing robotic technologies, including Agility Robotics’ Digit bipedal humanoid robot. Amazon’s Robotics division, which is based in North Reading, MA, opened a new manufacturing facility in Westborough, MA, in 2021. The facility was…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.16
January 17, 2024
…wide range of autonomous applications. This includes drones, robots, delivery robots, construction and farm equipment, and autonomous cars and trucks. The same high-precision technology that powers the fastest autonomous racing cars is now available to industries seeking reliable and high-precision navigation solutions throughout North America and most of Europe. “As with any competition, we want to win,” said Gary Passon, AIracingTech founder and Autonomous Motorsports Principal at UC Berkeley. “Point One's RTK technology is not only incredibly accurate but also remarkably easy to integrate and use. It has been an essential component in optimizing our vehicle's performance and has increased…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.21
December 01, 2023
…heavy-duty trucks, recently held a ceremony to mark the delivery of its first batch of autonomous heavy-duty trucks to Yunyi Transport, an international express logistics company. Yunyi Transport's order for 300 heavy-duty trucks equipped with Inceptio's technology represents the latest step in the large-scale commercialization of autonomous trucks in China. The 63 trucks delivered to Yunyi Transport are “Tianlong” models co-developed by Inceptio and Dongfeng Commercial Vehicle and pre-installed with Inceptio's full-stack autonomous driving system. Trucks will be deployed across Yunyi Transport's nationwide line-haul network. During mass production, the trucks are outfitted with a hardware kit including lidar, millimeter-wave radar,…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.73
November 27, 2023
…while picking and then placing the item in a delivery bin. Based on feedback, the intelligent grippers ensure accuracy and a gripping success rate of 100%. In addition to the low gripping failure rate, the Movu eligo reduces the number of manual ‘touches’ required for order fulfilment or replenishment and can reach a pick success rate greater than 99%, officials claim. Able to achieve 600 picks per hour, depending on the specific implementation, the robot can pick goods up to 2 kg and with dimensions of 1 cm minimum to a maximum of 30 cm. The robot is also completely…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 3.56
November 21, 2023
…AGVs and AMRs find prominent use cases in logistics, delivery, and disinfection, specific subsegments within these categories, such as palletizing and sorting, are expected to take center stage as primary future use cases. The growth of hybrid systems that enable customers to leverage AMRs for multiple operational tasks is also anticipated in the foreseeable future. The report addresses other key issues, including: How many mobile robots (AGVs and AMRs) will be in use by 2030? What are the main application categories? Who are the top industry participants, and what are their present development and launch activities? What are existing and…
