Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.95
October 24, 2023
…areas such as electrical, mechanical, and instrumentation/control, said Rockwell. Inventory+ service agreement: Minimize downtime risk with access to critical spare parts without the upfront cost of ownership. With its Inventory+ service agreement, Rockwell Automation owns and manages the spare parts inventory at the customer site, eliminating large capital investments while providing priority inventory replenishment. Repair+ service agreement: Rockwell said this can prolong the life of industrial automation and eliminate one-off repairs. This new agreement is designed to streamline the repair process for Allen‑Bradley products and other automation brands with one easy contract to help proactively plan and budget maintenance, repair,…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.94
September 24, 2021
…full automation.” Inside SB Logistics Source: SB Logistics Receiving Inventory is received (1) in trucks versus tractor trailers. While some inventory may be palletized, most is floor loaded. Items are manually unloaded for processing in an inbound receiving area (2) where they are inspected and inducted into the warehouse management system (WMS). Putaway/storage Large or bulky items that cannot be handled by automation are stored on shelving in the manual storage area (3). Inventory that can be stored in the mini-load automated storage and retrieval system (ASRS) is placed into storage totes and inducted onto a conveyor and sortation system…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.93
March 23, 2017
…Five Ways to Optimize Your Distribution Center For E-Commerce Fulfillment Today’s challenge has now become how to manage fast-moving inventory with enough precision to meet the expectations for prompt shipment of multiple small orders. Download Now!
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.93
June 26, 2022
…that its comprehensive offering does the following: Intelligently optimizes inventory placement through inVia Logic, enabling random access to a wide variety of SKUs being delivered directly to consumers Manages orders to leverage batching and pick-path efficiency to speed the retrieval of goods by inVia Picker robots Dynamically allocates labor resources based on productivity data to maximize throughput and minimize idle time In addition, workers used inVia PickMate productivity tools on existing handheld devices to receive intuitive, step-by-step instructions to complete fulfillment tasks. Eliminating the need for additional training time, PickMate boosted both efficiency and accuracy rates immediately, the company claimed.…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.93
November 03, 2022
…expansion in Latin America, offering robots for fulfillment and inventory optimization software. The Roswell, Ga.-based company today announced an agreement with Dafiti, a leading fashion e-commerce platform in the region, to enhance warehouse productivity for Dafiti’s operations in Chile with its GreyMatter software. “We chose GreyOrange to support our fulfillment operations because we want to provide our customers with the best possible shopping experience with reliable, fast delivery times and complete visibility,” said Jose Miguel Cortés, chief operating officer for Spanish-speaking countries at Dafiti Group. “As we plan for future growth, we knew that within the next five years, we’d…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.92
January 05, 2021
…time: rising e-commerce volumes, the need to hold more inventory, and shortages of available space and labor. This will drive up competition for limited space and those that act first will secure a competitive advantage. The ability to incorporate automation and other technologies into operations can also aid in the transformation of supply chains and offers additional flexibility in location and labor.” And she also pointed to ways in which automation can increase revenue generated per square-foot of logistics space, explaining how it translates into higher revenue generation of potential logistics space. “Our research indicates that the fastest-growing segments of…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.92
July 24, 2023
…productivity. Impacts or mistakes may cause expensive damage to inventory, equipment or racking. To replace a damaged lift truck, companies often resort to renting or leasing a truck, which adds unplanned cost. In anticipation of frequent downtime, companies may even regularly carry more lift trucks than necessary, adding additional units through lease, short-term rentals or outright purchase. Automation is a reliable solution to minimize the risk of costly downtime and unexpected delays. Simple, routine tasks are prime opportunities for error, such as misplacing inventory or failing to update the warehouse management system [WMS]. The wrong pallet placement may require staff…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.91
April 27, 2021
…units being shipped. Companies are investing in automation for inventory management, procurement, assembly, and transportation, among other applications, said Meili Robots. With more companies buying robots, suppliers are unable to keep up with the growing demand, it added. As a result, businesses will deploy different brands of robots, leading to more diverse technology portfolios. According to the industry report, problems can arise when multiple systems — particularly automated guided vehicles (AGVs) and autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) — are used in the same environment. Coming with different operating systems, these robots may not be able to communicate with one another. This…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.90
February 23, 2016
…facility 24/7. Automation in production processes, such as procurement, inventory, material processing and machining, and transportation, simplifies business operations. The need to comply with governmental scrutiny and to reduce operational costs has promoted the use of industrial robots in heavy industries market. For instance, the average labor costs in China have been rising by nearly 10% yearly since 2001. The report indicates use of robots has helped save 50% of production cost and has reduced workers idle time by 80%, leading to substantial cost savings. The use of industrial robots for tasks such as welding and sheet handling in heavy…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.90
September 05, 2022
…CAGR of 9.01%. The research firms agreed that the rise of e-commerce, real estate costs, and the need for inventory control are driving adoption. Frisco, Texas-based Addverb Technologies USA Inc. will demonstrate Medius-augmented systems at Retail Delivery Connect this week in Fort Lauderdale, Fla.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.89
November 21, 2019
…production and mass customization.” Siemens planned to showcase the complete solution at Formnext 2019, highlighting features such as digital Inventory, part analysis, RFQ process, supplier network, cost analysis, order intake, customer communication, production tracking and scheduling, and data analytics, dashboards and reports. The Siemens AM Network is now available worldwide for registration. To learn more about Siemens' Additive Manufacturing Network, click here.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.89
May 25, 2021
…AMRs, including object identification and recording of movement and inventory. Indoor operations can also improve efficiency and productivity because the robots are now able to consistently avoid obstacles and humans through recognition and real-time path adjustments and alerts, said RTI. With this optimized functionality, equipment and mobile robot manufacturers are freed from solving the complex challenges of autonomous mobility and can focus more heavily on product and technology innovation, the company said. “634AI is achieving groundbreaking feats by developing a solution that not only reduces vendor costs, but [also] allows users a higher degree of productivity and innovation in a…
