Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.31
April 02, 2020
…also makes it easy for them to track their deliveries on time. These have been a problem area for these companies for years and they have been looking for ways to optimize it. But with advanced technology, they can now do that with ease. Technology also allows them to forecast all their requirements including operating expenses, personnel time and other necessary capacities. They can also introduce technologies that are game-changers for them such as augmented reality, artificial intelligence, and the omniscient control towers (which gives them overall visibility of their supply chain) because they have transparent and shareable data. 2.…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.38
March 30, 2020
…Vecna Robotics solution! Related White Paper Autonomous Mobile Robots: The Essential Guide to Safety and Productivity From production to delivery, automation is happening in all industries. Industry trends show that the use of autonomous mobile robots show no sign of slowing down. Download Now!
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.22
March 27, 2020
…They may submit a request with required quantities and delivery dates. For medical operations seeking support, please contact [email protected]. To empower the outpouring of individuals seeking to alleviate the PPE shortage, 3Diligent is making Shopsight software available for free during this crisis to manufacturers who seek to aid in manufacturing PPE. 3Diligent will pre-load the manufacturing instructions for proper manufacturing of open source PPE to the software to ensure those interested in manufacturing these devices have step-by-step instructions on how to do so. Anyone seeking to register their manufacturing capability in the network may do so at myshopsight.3diligent.com. “So many…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.51
March 11, 2020
…distribution, warehousing and manufacturing sectors. It automates crossdocking, line-side delivery, replenishment, case-picking, and oversized/non-standard SKU delivery. “Pivotal not only manages the orchestration, but it also provides incredible, real-time insights into a company’s operations,” said Daniel Theobald, founder and CEO. “This not only improves productivity, but it also empowers the individual worker.” This week, Vecna also announced the expansion of its partnership with UniCarriers Americas, which will manufacture and promote pallet jacks running Pivotal. Modex 2020 is scheduled to be held March 9-12 at Georgia’s World Congress Center in Atlanta. The tradeshow will showcase the latest manufacturing, distribution and supply chain…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.67
March 05, 2020
…for split-case and e-commerce volume, despite labor availability constraints. “Operational efficiency is critical to providing an accurate and fast delivery experience, and the demand for this continues to grow,” he said. “Our solution from 6 River Systems enables us to increase our throughput and get more orders out the door and into customers’ hands. We are excited about their commitment to continually improving and developing their product.”
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.78
March 03, 2020
…growth in mobile commerce and expectations around same day delivery for the widest assortment of products.” “Jon’s experience at Amazon gives him a unique advantage in developing sales and partnership opportunities for the company,” said Larry Chin, Head of Sales of RightHand Robotics. “With his business skills, many retail and e-commerce doors will open for RightHand, which will help firmly establish ourselves, our brand and our product. I’m looking forward to working alongside Jon to drive sales in Europe and further strengthen our foothold.” Schechter holds an M.B.A. from Harvard Business School and a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering with a…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.59
March 03, 2020
…march of e-commerce now has Amazon advertising two-hour food deliveries in select cities. In this environment, more shippers face pressure to deliver goods at a faster pace, all while keeping costs under control. To cope, many organizations are pinning their hopes on emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), blockchain and the Internet of Things (IoT). But when will these “emerging” technologies form practical applications that solve logistics pain points? To find out how these emerging technologies are evolving into logistics relevance, we talked to top consultants and analysts. We found that AI is already being applied…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.94
March 03, 2020
…warehouse through AMRs like the OTTO 1500, providing mission-critical deliveries within a variety of industrial environments. “It’s exciting to engage with other cutting-edge robotics companies like Boston Dynamics,” said Ryan Gariepy, CTO and Co-Founder of OTTO Motors. “As leaders in our respective spaces, we can apply our technologies to field a whole new realm of applications.” Boston Dynamics and OTTO will be demoing their products at MODEX, a leading trade show for supply chain, manufacturing, and distribution automation, from 9 - 12 March in Atlanta, GA. See Boston Dynamics’s Pick in action and learn more about Handle at booth #7494…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.42
March 02, 2020
…and fulfillment management to elevating the importance of final-mile delivery and returns processes—and everything in between. To respond, logistics professionals now need to leverage diverse systems and new ways of thinking in an effort to improve carrier partnerships and increase speed and efficiency. With that in mind, the editorial staff of Logistics Management (a sibling site to Robotics 24/7) has put together a collection of features to help readers push that pace of change inside their organizations. Contributing editor Roberto Michel offered shippers a high-level look at the role that emerging technologies—artificial intelligence, autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) and the Internet…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.59
March 02, 2020
…critical ways – greater customer satisfaction due to improved delivery times and improved in-stock positions. NFI needed a flexible and scalable solution to optimize order fulfillment by increasing pick efficiency and order accuracy while ensuring safety. The robotic solution now in place did that by improving pick processes by complementing worker efforts on the warehouse floor.Analytics Solution Provider Award – LeanDNA End User Award – Dell Technologies A multinational aerospace company needed to optimize inventory and address shortages. Furthermore, the company’s analytics sat on 600,000 speadsheets. In just 61 days, LeanDNA went from demo to first action on a new…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.71
March 02, 2020
…parcel sortation center in Wallingford, a last-mile Amazon Logistics delivery station in Bristol and an Amazon Air Hub in Hartford. Let me cut to the chase and answer that question before I fill in the details: The materials handling systems are impressive. There are ten miles of conveyor and sortation, several thousand autonomous mobile robots from Amazon Robotics, and by my estimate, an automated labeling system after packaging. That’s what you see. What’s More Impressive Is What You Don’t See! That’s the scale of Amazon’s ecosystem and the intelligence behind the solution, the software and algorithms developed from the experience…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 3.13
February 28, 2020
…ad-hoc to meet stringent time limits. “The manufacture and delivery of an additional 13 new Velaro trains will see us work on multiple vehicles over a long period of time, and within very strict time constraints. As a result, 3D printing makes for a perfect add-on to aid our production and provides us with the flexibility to replace and create parts ourselves, anytime they are needed,” adds Fedoseev. The Fortus 450mc 3D Printers allow Siemens Mobility to print rail parts in industrial-grade materials, with durable properties that can survive Russia’s extreme temperatures. In particular, Stratasys provides materials that are key…
