Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.51
July 09, 2018
…country’s transportation system is only as good as its infrastructure, and the report makes clear that logistics operations will pay a price for long-delayed improvements to modernization of the U.S. network of roads, bridges, ports and airports. That lack of any expansion of infrastructure spending is also expected to be a drag on productivity in the United States. The World Economic Forum’s “Global Competitiveness” report recently graded the United States a score of 5.9 on overall infrastructure quality—behind the Netherlands at 6.2, but ahead of Spain at 5.5. “Logistics providers should not expect a sweeping modernization of U.S. infrastructure,” say…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.62
June 20, 2018
…they have no desire to rip out their entire infrastructure to try something new. This means technologies that can leverage existing equipment and infrastructure, such as edge intelligence, have the most immediate opportunity.” The transition towards a lights-out factory has started, but such a major disruption will require an overhaul of workforces, IT architecture, physical facilities and equipment and full integration of dozens of new technologies including connectivity, additive manufacturing, drones, mobile collaborative robotics, IIoT platforms and AI. According to ABI, IIoT platforms must support many of these other technologies to better integrate them with the enterprise and each other.…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.98
May 17, 2018
…believe we’re going to see changes in the physical infrastructure and software managing DCs that no one has imagined,” says Simmerman. Applying AI to WMS Last year, we featured Lodge Manufacturing’s new distribution center in Tennessee. While it was a conventional DC in many respects, relying on lift trucks and pallet and shelf storage, one technology stood out: a Cloud-based, iOS native warehouse management system (WMS) from EVS that used artificial intelligence and machine learning to optimize processes and deliver tasks to an associate’s iPhone. The combination of Cloud-based computing, AI and an Apple operating system struck us as innovative…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.85
May 01, 2018
…Among its applications, ESI provides the sensor device and infrastructure management; real-time automated alerts; mapping applications; and integration with temperature sensors, thermostats, pressure sensors and humidity sensors. Additionally, ESI generates automatic notifications when parts or assembly kits arrive; monitors equipment for improper handling; and ensures compliance with all storage and inventory management requirements. Let Tapestry Help Your Organization Tap the Power of the IoT The possibilities of connecting billions of people and “things” through the cloud and networks – with unprecedented processing power, storage capacity and access to knowledge – are virtually limitless. These possibilities are multiplied by emerging technologies…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.16
April 11, 2018
…but today’s robotic lift trucks operate without any added infrastructure and are unrestricted by fixed routes. This offers great strides forward in terms of flexibility, ease of use and productivity. For example, Yale® robotic lift trucks equipped with Driven by Balyo technology build a map of the facility and self-locate in real time, navigating infrastructure free and easily responding to unexpected obstructions. As the competitive landscape continues to intensify, materials handling operations cannot afford an investment that does not pay off, so translating these benefits from theoretical to tangible reality is key. The business climate also requires a reasonably fast…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.35
April 09, 2018
…an existing facility setup, without the need for expensive infrastructure changes. The NextShift system uses real-time monitoring and analytics to improve fulfillment time and ensure 100% accuracy. Distribution centers and manufacturing sites with existing infrastructure can easily graduate to a scalable and flexible NextShift material handling solution. The system installs easily and requires minimal training to use. The solution can be fully operational in 4-6 weeks, increases warehouse efficiency 2-6X, and achieves ROI in under a year. Modex 2018 is scheduled to be held April 9-12 at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta. The tradeshow will showcase the latest…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.63
April 09, 2018
…labor issue.” Rather, the barrier is that a fully autonomous solution, even one that can work in an existing infrastructure without much in the way of modification, requires a real commitment to the technology. That’s one reason why RDC took a slow and methodical approach to rolling out its first robot. Once in place, however, “mobile piece picking robots will allow you to rethink what you warehouse looks like,” says Galluzzo.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.53
April 03, 2018
…wide range of intelligent, collaborative mobile robots and fully-autonomous, zero-infrastructure AGVs designed specifically for safe and flexible material flows in dynamic, human-centric environments. Robot payload capacities range from 20 to 4,500 kg. This smart fleet works together through central orchestration by the Core Task Manager, which takes upstream work orders and assigns tasks to robots and humans as appropriate to efficiently fulfill orders. “Vecna Robotics has a broad and proven range of mobile robotic solutions,” said Leif Jentoft, co-founder of RightHand Robotics. “Combined with our ability to deliver the '3Rs' of robotic piece-picking – range of products, rate, and reliability…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.40
March 29, 2018
…Service Advantage Innovation at Ricoh USA, Inc. “Fetch’s customers will be able to receive unparalleled service from our massive infrastructure of technical resources to keep warehouse automation running smoothly at all times, at any location.”
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.64
March 23, 2018
…and medium-sized businesses that are using its fully autonomous, zero-infrastructure AGVs and mobile robots. Vecna Robotics RT4500 tuggers are showcased in the FedEx story. FedEx officials announced plans to deploy several more RT4500s as part of an automation growth strategy. The RT4500 autonomous tugger is built to maximize productivity by automating point-to-point transport of large payloads with flatbed carts or a train of carts. Designed to be operated manually or fully autonomously with the flick of a switch, the RT4500 is suited for applications such as lineside replenishment and horizontal transport of racks, bins, pallets and oversized and/or non-conveyable payloads.…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.50
February 09, 2018
…the e-commerce giant has been building out its delivery infrastructure, expanding into ocean freight, leasing its own cargo planes, finding ways to deliver packages inside your house with Amazon Key, and even planning for the future with its drone delivery initiatives. Despite all this, though, the company isn’t ready to go toe-to-toe with established firms, which spend billions each year just upgrading their existing networks. For that reason, Shipping with Amazon is starting small. So far, it’s been tested in various pilot programs, including in London, and this initial launch is said to be limited to Los Angeles. The WSJ…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 3.04
January 25, 2018
…costs without loss of productivity. Download Now! Flexible Robotics Come of Age for Intralogistics With less need for fixed infrastructure and the ability to work collaboratively with humans to scale up output, robotic solutions are less costly and more flexible to dynamic e-commerce fulfillment needs than the automation of the past. Download Now! Five Ways to Optimize Your Distribution Center For E-Commerce Fulfillment The rise of e-commerce and multi-channel fulfillment has caused distribution centers to experience ever-growing numbers of stock-keeping units and more inventory turns, up to an average of nine in 2015. Download Now!
