Automated warehouse requires no human touch after receiving
December 1, 2012
Retrofit boosts storage 30%, builds dense store-ready pallets 8 feet high.
RoboBusiness Leadership Summit: Future of robotics unveiled
December 1, 2012
Suppliers, end-users and researchers have identified warehousing, distribution and manufacturing as the most promising growth areas for robotic applications.
Palletizers: Putting product in its place
July 1, 2012
From manual devices to robotic arms, there's more than one way to build a pallet. Here's a look at how palletizing equipment improved productivity at these five operations.
Robotic layer picker increases safety, quality and productivity
July 1, 2012
Nestlé turns to an integrated robotic layer picking solution to transform workplace safety and significantly improved the productivity of mixed case palletizing.
Articulated arm robotic palletizer picks up 220 pounds at one time
July 1, 2012
In its new DC, Dunn-Edwards uses a specially designed robotic system to handle today's palletizing needs and accommodate future company growth.
How automation improves warehousing and materials handling
June 1, 2012
More companies are looking to materials handling automation to improve processes, streamline shipping operations, and lower supply chain operating costs. We asked 10 leading systems integrators what the future of automation...
Big Picture: The state of automation
May 1, 2012
More companies are looking to materials handling automation to improve processes and lower operating costs. Modern asked 10 leading systems integrators what the future of automation might look like.
Robotics: Take a hands-off approach
March 1, 2012
Robotic materials handling solutions are great at handling repetitive tasks while cutting costs, increasing throughput, and lifting a heavy burden off workers.
Automated storage plugs into productivity
December 1, 2011
Online electronics retailer upgrades its DC with automated storage system to keep up with increase in sales.
Georgia Tech receives $1 million donation to advance robotics research in manufacturing
November 10, 2011
Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Consolidated provides large gift of KUKA industrial robots to create manufacturing logistics laboratory
Palletizing: Robotic drum palletizer beats manual process
November 1, 2011
Moving away from a manual palletizing process and installing a robotic solution was good for Greif.
Packaging: Robotic palletizers paint a picture of efficiency
October 20, 2011
Customized solutions address unique challenges while improving worker safety.
Fazer Bakeries implements gantry robot systems with warehouse automation
October 17, 2011
Casebook 2012: Automated solutions ensure efficient handling and timely delivery of perishable goods.
Warehousing & DC Equipment Update: Automation’s evolving role
September 1, 2011
Labor savings within the four walls of the warehouse/DC is no longer the primary driver behind choosing a highly automated system. Today, materials handling automation solutions represent a broader...
Vision-guided robot lends coffee roaster a hand
April 14, 2011
Coffee roaster uses robotic solution to solve in-feed problems and double throughput.
Casebook 2011: For Georgia-Pacific, a small footprint was a big step forward
January 6, 2011
A fresh approach to palletizing for a high-SKU, low-rate manufacturer improves safety and workflow.
