Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.71
December 14, 2021
GXO Logistics Inc. today announced that it has deployed 6 River Systems Inc. collaborative mobile robots on multiple mezzanine floors in one of its distribution centers in Milton Keynes, U.K. The Greenwich, Conn.-based company said the deployment was an industry first. “This multi-tiered installation is groundbreaking for us and a first in our industry,” stated Gavin Williams, managing director for the U.K. and Ireland at GXO. “The solution illustrates our significant investment in technology that helps us improve productivity for our customers and safety for our colleagues while optimizing vertical warehouse space in Europe.” 6RS Chucks help GXO increase picking…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.84
December 14, 2021
ForwardX Robotics, which develops mobile robots for warehousing and manufacturing environments, today announced that it has raised $31 million in its initial Series C1 funding round. The Beijing-based company said it plans to use the new capital to accelerate its research and development timeline, increase its deployment capabilities in key markets such as the U.S., and expand its sales reach into new markets. “Our latest round of funding contributes to the positive momentum we have been building over the past 24 months,” stated Nicolas Chee, founder and CEO of ForwardX. “With a growing market share across our key territories, we…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.53
December 13, 2021
Ryder System Inc. today announced that it has agreed to acquire Whiplash, a provider of omnichannel fulfillment and retail logistics services, for about $480 million in cash. “The acquisition of Whiplash is consistent with our strategy to accelerate growth in our higher-return supply chain business,” stated Robert Sanchez, chairman and CEO of Ryder. “It also expands our e-commerce and omnichannel fulfillment network and reflects our continued focus on technology and innovation.” “Whiplash’s best-in-class e-commerce platform and key geographic strongholds—coupled with Ryder’s industry-leading transportation logistics solutions, including our robust Ryder Last Mile delivery network for big-and-bulky goods—positions us to deliver incredible…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 3.27
December 12, 2021
For automation to spread to more warehouses, it will have to connect easily and effectively with existing systems. NAI Group LLC last week announced the expansion of its capabilities to provide interconnect solutions for the growing warehouse automation industry. The Troy, Mich.-based company custom designs and manufactures cable assemblies and harnesses for equipment OEMs and system integrators. Only about 5% of North American warehouses are fully automated, according to NAI. Robotics can reduce labor costs, increase efficiency, increase workplace safety, and address the concerns over the availability of labor. These benefits can outweigh the challenges of implementing automation in warehouses…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 23.85
December 10, 2021
Petra Inc. yesterday said that it has raised $30 million in Series A funding and successfully completed a 20-ft. demonstration tunnel “through the hardest rock on earth.” The San Francisco-based company claimed to be the first one capable of inexpensively placing critical utilities underground through hard geologies. “In the past, there have only been a handful of costly and inefficient methods for tunnel construction, starting with manual tools and evolving to the modern tunnel-boring machine,” said Kim Abrams, co-founder and CEO of Petra. “Our non-contact method is the next evolution of tunneling and will usher in a new age of…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 3.79
December 09, 2021
Advanced technologies such as robotics can help companies, regions, and governments meet environmental sustainability goals. The AES Corp. yesterday announced the launch of Atlas, a new solar installation robot that it said will make the construction of new solar power facilities faster, more efficient, and safer. “Stakeholder commitment to a net-zero carbon energy future has never been higher, but our industry risks not being able to achieve this goal if we continue to adopt clean energy at the current pace,” said Chris Shelton, senior vice president and chief product officer at AES. “The AI-enabled, first-of-its-kind Atlas robot automates the construction…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 3.96
December 08, 2021
Geekplus Technology Co. today said it has continued its expansion in South America with a successful robotics deployment at SP Digital, an e-commerce provider of computer hardware and gaming products in Chile. Beijing-based Geek+ worked with strategic partner Boreal Technologies SA, a supplier of mobile systems. The companies said autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) will give SP Digital the capacity to support its rapid business growth during peak season. “We are excited to see Boreal leverage our picking solution to support a leading e-commerce company like SP Digital with the efficiency and accuracy needed to expand its business,” said Randy Randolph,…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.10
December 08, 2021
E-commerce expectations have increased demand for automation, not just during the holiday rush, but also year-round. Berkshire Grey Inc. today introduced the next generation of its Robotic Product Sortation system for order fulfillment. The Bedford, Mass.-based company said the latest version of BG RPS includes new features such as a dual-wing design that can increase automated picking, sorting, and packing by 25% and double simultaneous order-processing capacity. Berkshire Grey claimed that its high-capacity system can augment human labor to provide additional order-processing capacity in existing facilities. The RPS can also facilitate “lights-out” warehouse operations for customers looking for full automation…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 12.89
December 07, 2021
SolidRun Ltd. today announced its new system-on-module, or SOM, product powered by the AM64x processors from Texas Instruments Inc. Tel Aviv, Israel-based SolidRun said it system features best-in-class real-time and low-latency processing and is targeted at Internet of Things (IoT) and machinery applications. “Industrial automation, robots, smart buildings, and more all require powerful applications-processing capabilities as well as robust, real-time communications for precise machine control,” stated Dr. Atai Ziv, CEO at SolidRun. “Until now, no single solution could do it all. Our family of AM64x-based SOMs streamlines hardware specifications and enables developers to quickly design compact, precise, and connected edge…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 12.21
December 07, 2021
Over the past two years, the boom in online shopping and labor challenges have increased demand for automated order fulfillment. Photoneo s.r.o. today announced $21 million in Series B funding. The Bratislava, Slovakia-based company said it plans to use its latest capital to accelerate its 3D sensor business and expand its Brightpick system for warehouses and so-called dark stores. “We identified a gap in the order-fulfillment sector,” said Jan Zizka, co-founder and CEO of Photoneo. “We combined our unique technologies to develop a first-of-its-kind, end-to-end solution for fully automated fulfillment centers.” “The potential of this next-gen warehouse automation technology is…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.73
December 05, 2021
Hit Promotional Products Inc. claims to be the largest promotional product manufacturer in the U.S., nationally recognized for its value and customer service. To maintain its positive reputation and continue offering a wide range of products, the Largo, Fla.-based company decided to embark on a multi-year initiative to reimagine its business processes from end to end. Hit continually introduces more than 500 new items per year and has been a member of the promotional products industry for more than 50 years. In particular, the company wanted to implement “lights-out” automation to package its products. Facing both rapid growth and marketplace…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.09
December 03, 2021
Cimcorp Oy, which makes and integrates “turnkey” robotic order-fulfillment and tire-handling systems, yesterday announced the relocation of its U.S. office to a larger space designed to better serve customers and support continued growth in the U.S. market. Cimcorp Group has manufactured and integrated intralogistics automation for half a century. The Ulvila, Finland-based company said its suppliers comply with tight quality standards, and all parts are precisely made for its equipment. It added that its products and services can help distribution center and warehouse operators be more profitable. Cimcorp moves around Atlanta Thanks to a rapidly growing customer base in the…
