Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.31
September 27, 2024
…resource for robot and automation system news in manufacturing, supply chain, logistics, warehouses and other industrial applications, and parent company Peerless Media, hosted the annual Robotics Application Conference (RAC) on September 18. RAC ’24 was the third edition of the one-day, virtual summit. At RAC ’24, speakers highlighted successful robotic deployments across multiple industries, and identified significant technological and financial trends that affect organizations with robots and automation. Those who were unable to attend the live event are encouraged to sign up for the conference’s sessions. All sessions are now available on-demand. RAC ’24 had viewers from around the world…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.29
October 04, 2016
An ongoing question among supply chain stakeholders, when it comes to global e-commerce bellwether Amazon, continues to be just how far it will spread its wings in terms of expanding its logistics and supply chain operations and processes. Regardless of what people say or think, there are very real signs that Amazon is not going to sit on the sidelines and let logistics come to them, as, conversely, in many cases, it is really coming to logistics. Two quick examples of this include its 2012 $775 million acquisition of Kiva Systems, a developer of mobile-robotic solutions that automate e-Commerce order…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.28
April 11, 2022
Supply chain automation is a global affair, with innovations and use cases around the world. Geekplus Technology Co. today announced that it has won an award at the SITL (Semaine de l'Innovation du Transport & de la Logistique) conference in Paris. The Beijing-based company won the award in the Intralogistics, Robotics and Automation category for its RoboShuttle 8 system. “As innovation is one of the pillars of Geek+'s philosophy and our success, we are very proud and happy to have been recognized by the SITL jury,” stated Jean-Daniel Cohen, business development director for France at Geek+ in Europe. “Geek+ would…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.25
March 22, 2023
…and more — within a single warehouse. “Locus lets DHL Supply Chain deploy the right bot for our customers' varied needs, all centrally coordinated and managed on one platform, said Sally Miller, chief information office at DHL Supply Chain North America. With Locus's powerful data science strategy, delivered through the LocusView dashboards, LocusONE plays an important role in providing the key business intelligence insight we need to optimize operational efficiency and improve service quality for our customers.” The company cited a report from Peerless Research Group, which found that nearly half of respondents said they would prefer to buy their…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.24
June 10, 2022
…officer at the company. She spoke at the Reuters Supply Chain Execution 2022 Conference in Chicago earlier this month. Wilmington, Mass.-based Locus' autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) and software serves more than 200 facilities spanning a dozen countries, as well as more than 80 customers. They include CEVA Logistics, DHL, Geodis, Material Bank, Shipmonk, and Taylored Services. Commissioning steps for a LocusBot Lombardi took the Reuters Supply Chain Execution audience through the basic steps of a LocusBot working in a warehouse environment: Locus optimizes the orders from the warehouse management system (WMS). Locus directs induction of containers. The LocusBot optimizes the…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.23
May 17, 2023
…Automate Is Now also shares the use case of DHL Supply Chain, which improved efficiency and resilience with Crown Automation Solutions. In addition, the e-book discusses the importance of overcoming assumptions about technology. Not only do forward-thinking managers examine all their processes to see where automation makes sense, but they also involve workers in that modernization. “With an automated lift truck fleet and warehouse management system buffering, customers can deal with variable loads, which are a big challenge. The robot tender knows what’s going on quickly” noted Gaskell, who spoke with Robotics 24/7 at ProMat 2023. There’s no time like…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.22
April 25, 2023
…exponentially only 22% of companies report having a proactive supply chain network. The on-campus smart factory offers students a glimpse into the benefits of automation and carry this knowledge into their careers upon graduation, helping companies increase efficiency and optimize resources to strengthen the global supply chain economy, it said. Last month, Addverb opened a second software development center in Noida, India. The company's headquarters, manufacturing, and research and development facilities are in India. Its global offices in Australia, Singapore, the Netherlands, the U.S. Germany, and the United Arab Emirates. Addverb counted among its more than 100 current customers Coca-Cola,…
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 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 1.08
November 21, 2022
Recording: February 22, 2023 at 2:00 EST
…for e-commerce order fulfillment, parts inspection, recycling, and other supply chain and manufacturing applications. In this webcast, the expert panelists will discuss how automated piece picking can now meet industry needs. Date: Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2023 (Note new date!) Time: 2:00 p.m. EST From human guidance to AI and sensor fusion, this Robotics 24/7 Roundtable will look at the current state of the art and where the technology is heading. Attendees can learn about the following topics: Piece picking challenges for machine vision Digital twins and training for new objects Improving hand-eye coordination for automation When should humans be in…
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 1.02
August 05, 2022
…while accelerating the flow of goods throughout the global supply chain. We focused our initial development efforts for Stretch on trailer and container unloading because it’s the most challenging and physically punishing task in the warehouse. At this stage, we’re just beginning to deploy production robots with early-adopter customers like DHL Supply Chain, Gap, H&M, and Performance Team – A Maersk Company. We’ll continue working closely with those customers over the next several months to collect feedback and make minor improvements as we ramp up our manufacturing and service operation to meet broader market demand. Eventually, we’ll expand Stretch’s capabilities…
