Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 65.14
July 26, 2024
…expand its Flex series of autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), ForwardX Robotics recently introduced its Flex 600-L Slim. ForwardX said its latest Flex series AMR has been engineered to elevate operational efficiency and safety standards for logistics and manufacturing applications. Features of the Flex 600-L Slim include: CE certified: ForwardX said it has ensured compliance with the highest safety and quality standards. Safety sensors: Equipped with four lidar sensors and machine vision with simultaneous localization and mapping (SLAM) technology, the Flex 600-L Slim offers 360 degrees of dynamic obstacle recognition and avoidance, which ForwardX said can ensure a safe working environment.…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 61.44
July 18, 2024
…picking robot last week, autonomous mobile robot (AMR) provider ForwardX Robotics announced the launch of its Flex 300-L Mini deck-lifting robot. The newest product in the ForwardX Flex series has been engineered for ultra-narrow aisles and features smart lifting capabilities. The company said its Flex 300-L Mini has the potential to revolutionize material handling. ForwardX’s latest AMR measures 31.5 inches long, 18.9 inches wide, and 11.6 inches high. Despite its compact dimensions, the company said its newest Flex robot can deliver exceptional performance. Load capacity over 600 pounds suitable for various applications Features of the Flex 300-L Mini include: Navigation:…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 59.89
July 12, 2024
Autonomous mobile robot (AMR) provider ForwardX Robotics recently announced the launch of its Flex 300-SCB Mini person-to-goods picking robot. Designed specifically for ultra-narrow aisles, ForwardX said its Flex 300-SCB Mini addresses one of the biggest challenges in warehouse management: optimizing space utilization without compromising efficiency. Automation solutions often struggle to navigate narrow aisles in warehouse settings. However, the company said the latest product in its Flex series has the potential to make these concerns a thing of the past. The Flex 300-SCB Mini measures 31.5 inches long, 18.9 inches wide, and the overall height is under 56 inches. ForwardX said…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 57.07
July 02, 2024
ForwardX Robotics, a provider of “assisted picking” autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), announced its partnership with Voyatzoglou as the official distributor in Greece and EuroFit in Romania. This strategic alliance serves as a further expansion of ForwardX offerings in the European marketplace. Voyatzoglou a Greece-based company that has developed solutions for retail stores, warehouses and distribution centers since 1992, brings its experience to propel the adoption of ForwardX Robotics' full line-ups and advanced offerings. This collaboration extends to Romania, with Voyatzoglou's subsidiary, EuroFit, playing a role in distributing ForwardX AMRs in the Romanian market. ForwardX moves forward in Europe “This collaboration…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 54.05
April 08, 2024
Autonomous mobile robot (AMR) provider ForwardX Robotics recently announced its new Apex series autonomous forklift, the C1500-L. With a load capacity of 3,300 pounds, or 1,500 kilograms, the Apex C1500-L leverages a combination of machine vision and laser simultaneous localization and mapping (SLAM) sensors. ForwardX said its new forklift is equipped with the means to execute precision docking and pallet placement with an accuracy within 10 millimeters. The C1500-L can also discern the angles at which the pallets are positioned, performing real-time adjustments autonomously to ensure square entry into pallet pockets. ForwardX’s C1500-L is also capable of performing triple pallet…
Found in Robotics Companies & Businesses, with a score of 67.52
April 08, 2024
Flexible picking solutions for your warehouse ForwardX Robotics is an autonomous mobile robot (AMR) company that provides end-to-end logistics AMR solutions in various warehousing and manufacturing workshops, including material handling, picking, docking, and storage management. Through its flexible automation platform comprising of intelligent mobile robots and AI-enabled software, ForwardX said it delivers material handling solutions for warehousing and manufacturing facilities that offer better performance at better value. ForwardX said it is Asia's largest person-to-goods AMR solutions provider. The company has served over 100 customers, including JD.com, DHL, IKEA, and TCL. Its AMR solutions are widely used for order picking in…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 51.91
November 10, 2023
ForwardX Robotics, a provider of vision-based autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) and warehouse solutions, introduced the Max 1500-L Slim. Designed for both warehouse logistics and manufacturing environments, the compact unit stands just 245mm (9.6 inches) tall, and offers a payload capacity of 1500kg (3,306 pounds). The Max 1500-L Slim also features a state-of-the-art obstacle detection and avoidance system, covering a full 360 degrees. This intelligent system enables the AMR to navigate complex environments, adapting to changing surroundings and avoiding potential hazards, the company says. Its autonomous navigation capabilities ensure safe and efficient operations, even in high-traffic areas without human intervention, according…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.45
October 14, 2023
…said Yasin Guan, chief operating officer of AMR vendor ForwardX Robotics. In manufacturing sectors like automotive, operational volumes tend to be a bit more predictable than in e-commerce or 3PL warehouses, she said. In addition, capital purchases remain popular in manufacturing, so there often is a capex budget for AMRs, Guan observed. By contrast, fulfillment centers deal with volume peaks and valleys, and so many opt for RaaS. “They’ll compare the RaaS cost [of AMRs and the productivity they can achieve with AMRs] with trying to hire more associates, and whichever is less costly and more effective, they will go…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 44.24
October 02, 2023
…of coffee could be in part thanks to robots. ForwardX Technology Co. last week said that it has collaborated with DHL Supply Chain to deploy assisted picking systems in a flagship warehouse that provides daily replenishment for about 600 chain coffee shops in a single city. “By leveraging our solution, the DHL warehouse has empowered itself with the steadfast ability to expand in capacity and elasticity, a formidable force prepared to conquer the challenges of a rapidly expanding business,” stated ForwardX Robotics. Founded in 2016, ForwardX said it has more than 250 employees from leading universities and enterprises around the…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 44.95
September 15, 2023
ForwardX Robotics this week launched the Flex 60-SW at Logistic-Tech Tokyo 2023—The Third Innovation Expo. The company said its latest vision-based autonomous mobile robot, or AMR, includes automatic weighing scales and an interactive touchscreen to improve picking accuracy in the warehouse. “The introduction of Flex 60-SW marks an exciting milestone for ForwardX Robotics,” stated Nicholas Chee, CEO of ForwardX. “We are proud to establish a new standard for excellence in the industry by offering AMRs that not only increase productivity, but also elevate picking operations to truly astonishing levels of precision.” “This innovation empowers our clients to adeptly navigate the…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 52.33
August 22, 2023
…The Tokyo-based beauty and cosmetics producer has collaborated with ForwardX Technology Co., which has provided customized autonomous mobile robots, or AMRs, equipped with scales to meet its specific requirements. Established in 1929, POLA ORBIS owns multiple cosmetics brands including POLA, ORBIS, THREE, and Jurlique, as well as POLA CHEMICAL INDUSTRIES, its research and development division. The company has to replenish more than 100 stores and an inventory of more than 500 SKUs to manage. ForwardX said its vision-based AMRs can handle payloads ranging from 661 to 1,336 lb. (299.8 to 605.9 kg), automating both each and case picking in one…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 43.61
August 08, 2023
Chery Automobile Co. and ForwardX Technology Co. said they are collaborating to implement mobile robots to streamline operations, improve efficiency, and enhance automated assembly at the Chery Super One Factory in Qingdao, China. Founded in 1997, Chery Automobile has established research and development centers in China, Germany, the U.S., and Brazil and an R&D team of more than 5,500 people. The Wuhu, China-based company said it has sold more than 10 million units of brands such as Arrizo and Tiggo. Established this year, the Chery Super Factory focuses on integrating advanced technologies and realizing digital transformation, according to Chery Automobile.…
