While No Cure-All, Possibility of Driverless Trucks Offers Hope for Truck Driver Crisis
August 3, 2015
The era of driverless trucks – or autonomous vehicles, as they are known euphemistically – may be a lot closer to reality than many people think.
Mobile Robots Improve Transport Efficiency and Decrease Fulfillment Times
July 12, 2015
Enter mobile robots from Adept Technology. Named “Fred” and “Stella” by Stuller employees, both robots are Adept Lynx autonomous intelligent vehicles (AIVs) outfitted with custom shelves for moving small parts.
Cimcorp announces new leadership in North America
July 7, 2015
Former CEO Pickard retires after 34 years at helm in Canada; operations manager Trigatti assumes role of president.
Leveraging a Mobile Platform for Automated Data Collection and Beyond
June 30, 2015
A mobile platform that starts in manufacturing and the warehouse can provide a secure foundation to mobilize the entire supply chain.
German university wins inaugural Amazon Picking Challenge
June 1, 2015
Robotic piece-picking system bests 27 teams from around the world to claim $20,000 prize.
Industrial robotics market to reach $44.48 billion by 2020
May 25, 2015
Food and beverage is among the three industrial segments expected to lead overall demand for industrial robots.
Raffaello D’Andrea on the Future of Robotics
May 12, 2015
Raffaello D'Andrea, cofounder of Kiva Systems, discussed the future of robotics and the robotics industry with BCG.
Daimler Says Nevada License To Help Self-Drive Trucks Gain Traction
May 6, 2015
Auto-Maker Daimler introduced an autonomous truck on Tuesday night - the company says a driver must be present, but that driver has the option to relinquishing control to the vehicle.
Fetch Robotics Unveils Robotics System for Logistics
April 29, 2015
The robots are designed to work autonomously alongside workers, performing repetitive tasks such as warehouse delivery, pick and pack, and more.
Swisslog Acquires Warehouse Automation Provider FORTE Industries in the United States
April 20, 2015
This acquisition will support Swisslog's strategy in the North American market with a complementary product and service portfolio.
Cimcorp’s new shuttle, robotic gantry-based system for goods-to-person picking
March 23, 2015
In a press conference on Monday, Cimcorp Automation (Booth 4237) debuted the 3D Shuttle, a gantry-robot based system that supports goods-to-person picking.
Warehouse Management System with Automated Warehousing and Picking Solution
March 22, 2015
Bort Medical, a leading German medical technology product manufacturer, implemented a clearly structured material flow with a WMS that effectively manages a kitting process, and an ergonomic order picking system...
AS/RS the ‘Backbone’ of an Automated Material Handling Logistics Solution
March 21, 2015
viastore systems provided the automated material handling system and automated storage and retrieval system (AS/RS) for the distribution center to provide an efficient and reliable process to fill orders...
Global motion control shipments increased 9% in 2014
March 3, 2015
Actuators and mechanical systems had a strong year, increasing 12% to $467 million.
BHFO handles double-digit growth
March 1, 2015
High-fashion, e-commerce company automated fulfillment to meet the next-day shipping challenge.
Mobile robots and goods-to-person picking power order fulfillment at BHFO
March 1, 2015
The compact system processes nearly 2,000 orders a day in 20,000 square feet.
Robotics: On a case-by-case basis
March 1, 2015
When their prowess in manufacturing proved a liability in warehousing and distribution, robots were forced to rapidly evolve.
Wynright partners with Olive-Harvey College to offer ‘living laboratory’ to supply chain students
February 16, 2015
College to complete $45-million transportation, distribution and logistics facility in 2015.
The Fantastic Apple Car Is a Fantasy
February 15, 2015
Forget the iWatch, Apple Pay, and the iPhone 7…the next big thing from Cupertino will be the Apple Car.
Linde and Balyo finalize agreement
February 12, 2015
Forklift maker and robotics specialist enter partnership.
