Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.20
March 28, 2022
…address e-commerce, case-picking, and pallet-picking applications, as well as supply chain scenarios requiring larger, heavier payloads, said Locus. The company acquired Nashua, N.H.-based Waypoint Robotics Inc. in September 2021. “With these new LocusBots, we’re able to help our clients alleviate significant labor challenges and achieve optimal productivity by using the right bot for the job,” stated Rick Faulk, CEO of Locus Robotics. “Locus is the proven leader in developing highly productive and innovative AMR technology that efficiently solves our customers’ needs for total warehouse optimization, while delivering a fast time to value.” New LocusBots add capacity Locus Robotics said its…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.26
March 20, 2022
…was cloud-based integration from SVT Robotics. The Norfolk, Va.-based supply chain startup brings integration points from various hardware and software providers into its platform. It then enables a customer like CJ Logistics to integrate the systems it needs to create its processes. Once a solution set is validated and deployed, it’s a permanent part of the 3PL provider’s toolbox and can be applied to other facilities and for other customers. Without an integration platform for managing multiple technologies, warehouses can suffer from islands of automation. Source: Getty Images 3PLs strive to lead with innovation The project at the Dallas facility…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.34
February 07, 2022
…2. AI manages mobile robot fleets As manufacturers and supply chains adopt automation, they need to control and manage their growing fleets of autonomous mobile robots (AMRs). Fleet management systems (FMS) from the robot vendors or third-party software providers can help. An FMS allows users or operators to centrally supervise numerous mobile robots from multiple devices via standard communication protocols. They can use devices incuding laptops, tablets, or smartphones to access the robots from anywhere, not just the shop floor. What benefits can an FMS provide? First, it helps avoid bottlenecks and downtime, ensuring 24/7 AMR operation throughout a facility.…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.60
January 30, 2022
…robots, the company has continued to pursue commercial applications. DHL Supply Chain last week announced that it is investing $15 million in robots from Boston Dynamics to further automate its North American warehouses. According to their multiyear agreement, the companies will start with Stretch, a robot designed for unloading in distribution centers. “At DHL Supply Chain, we are committed to continuous innovation and digital transformation to optimize the end-to-end supply chain,” said Sally Miller, CIO of DHL Supply Chain North America. “Investing in warehouse automation plays an important role in increasing operational efficiency and improving service for our customers.” DHL…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.92
January 17, 2022
…J.B. Hunt said it is one of the largest supply chain solutions providers in North America. The logistics company's services include intermodal, dedicated, refrigerated, truckload, less-than-truckload, flatbed, single-source, final-mile, and more. Autonomous trucking to continue in Texas J.B. Hunt and first collaborated with Waymo LLC in June 2021 on trial runs moving freight on I-45 in Texas for one of J.B. Hunt's leading customers. The companies said the upcoming pilots will take place in the same lane. During the initial trial runs, the companies said they delivered 862,179 lb. of freight, had no accidents or speeding events, and 100% on-time…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.13
January 12, 2022
…for customers including Lockheed Martin, CSAT Solutions, ACT Fulfillment, DHL, GXO Logistics, and Office Depot. RICOH Service Advantage to support 6RS robots 6 River Systems said its software and Chuck robots empower warehouse associates to work faster and more efficiently, improving uptime. Ricoh said it will provide expert technical and customer support through RICOH Service Advantage, whose infrastructure will enable 6 River systems to continue expanding quickly across the U.S. Ricoh's certified technicians will work alongside 6 River Systems' engineers to support Chucks, from calibration and floor mapping to routine maintenance, preventative maintenance, and retrofits. The company also provides end-user…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.48
January 09, 2022
…12:00 to 1:00 p.m. EST on Jan. 10, 2022. Supply chains look for proven technology Since the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, supply chain problems, the complexity and spread of e-commerce, and recurring labor shortages have changed the adoption of automation from a cost-cutting exercise to a vital factor for growth. At the same time, logistics managers are seeking proven technologies to reduce workloads. Automated forklifts are one promising technology, and DHL Supply Chain is aiming to automate a third of its 20,000 pieces of equipment globally, according to Markus Voss, global chief information officer and chief operating officer at…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.51
December 21, 2021
…Holdings Inc. last week said it has partnered with DHL Supply Chain to adopt, integrate, and 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,…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.76
December 14, 2021
…sq. m). GXO said it has partnered with leading blue-chip companies to solve complex logistics challenges with technologically advanced supply chain and e-commerce solutions, at scale and with speed. Founded in 2015, 6 River Systems provides collaborative mobile robots and software for order fulfillment. Co-founders Jerome Dubois and Rylan Hamilton were previously executives at Kiva Systems (now Amazon Robotics). 6RS is now part of global commerce company Shopify Inc. The company's Chuck robots are operating in more than 20 facilities in the U.S., Canada and Europe, fulfilling millions of units each week for companies including Lockheed Martin, CSAT Solutions, ACT…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.07
December 14, 2021
…North and South America, Asia, and Europe.” ForwardX follows supply chain demand Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, ForwardX said it has seen strong growth. Named by LinkedIn China as a Top 13 Startup, the company claimed that its flexible automation platform can “deliver better performance for customers at a better value.” “It’s an exciting time for us and the industry as a whole,” said Yaxin Guan, chief operating officer of ForwardX. “COVID-19 made it difficult to expand overseas during 2020, but this year has brought us a lot more success in that regard. E-commerce in the U.S. has seen its 18-month…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 3.62
November 10, 2021
…to discuss and explore ways to help evolve the supply chain process. The sessions ranged from highlighting customer case studies as we prepare for peak season, to new feature enhancements to 6RS's wall-to-wall fulfillment solution, to virtual networking opportunities. Distinguished speakers discuss change and opportunity Special guests included the following people: Mike Rowe, executive producer and host, joined the conference for a fireside chat to talk about labor challenges and the importance of changing the narrative about hard work. The conversation centered on the need for skilled labor, labor shortages nearly every industry is facing, and the key to building…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.62
November 05, 2021
…Robotics said it provides efficient, intelligent, flexible, and customized supply chain automation through robotics and artificial intelligence. The Shenzhen, China-based company recently raised $200 million in Series C and D funding. It also won the robotics category in the 2021 NextGen Supply Chain Solution Provider Awards, presented by Supply Chain Management Review, a sibling site to Robotics 24/7. Cranfield, U.K.-based Invar Group said it delivers turnkey warehouse automation using industrial robotics, autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) and goods-to-person systems, pick-to-light technology, and sortation systems, as well as conventional automation. The group includes Invar Systems, a developer of warehouse management systems (WMSes).…
