KION completes its acquisition of Dematic
November 14, 2016
Earlier this month, the KION Group announced that it had successfully completed the acquisition of Dematic. In the announcement, Gordon Riske, chief executive officer of KION Group AG, said that...
How Third-Party Logistics Bid on New Proposals
November 9, 2016
Consumer demands are transforming supply chains, and a successful third-party logistics provider must be a partner in its customers' transformations, the result: a substantial increase in services and capabilities.
System Report: Whirlpool puts mobile robots to work
November 8, 2016
In Whirlpool Corp.'s Clyde, Ohio, factory, mobile robots have automated the delivery of parts to the line. The result is a more consistent, efficient and safer operation.
Mölnlycke uses new system to transport and palletize SKUs
October 19, 2016
Robotic palletizing improves healthcare manufacturer's efficiency and ergonomics as its production volumes rise.
GE, Caterpillar invest in Clearpath Robotics
October 17, 2016
iNovia Capital, Caterpillar Ventures, GE Ventures and previous investors invest $30 million to expand Clearpath's new OTTO Motors division's development of indoor, self-driving materials handling vehicles.
Behind the Honeywell Acquisition of Intelligrated
October 11, 2016
The combination brings together automation, data collection and edge sensors with a global presence.
L’Oreal: To Automate or Not to Automate
October 6, 2016
Like many global companies, L'Oreal is facing new demands from its customers in a dynamic market; robotic layer picking and slotting software are two of the tools the health and...
Much ado about Amazon, as usual
October 4, 2016
An ongoing question among supply chain stakeholders, when it comes to global e-commerce bellwether Amazon, continues to be just how far it will spread its wings in terms of expanding...
Transforming Logistics with Artificial Intelligence
September 29, 2016
DHL's 2016 Logistics Trend Radar report says that worldwide supply chains are beginning to undergo a fundamental transformation as more “artificial intelligence” is deployed to handle both the domestic and international...
UPS and CyPhy Works Test Drone for Urgent Commercial Last Mile Delivery
September 23, 2016
United Parcel Service Inc said it began testing the use of drones for emergency deliveries of medical supplies this week with a flight in rural Massachusetts, which the company hopes...
Are Fully Automated Supply Chains Almost Here?
September 16, 2016
Automation in the world of supply chain logistics and materials handling will create enormous opportunities when it comes to making the flow of goods safer, more efficient and more environmentally...
The Evolution of Dock Equipment Has Begun
September 1, 2016
Unlike nearly every other aspect of distribution centers and manufacturing plants, loading docks have not been altered—until recently, that is. History of Dock Equipment, Loading Dock evolution, Loading...
Automated material handling equipment market is expected to reach $44.68 billion by 2022
August 30, 2016
Market for automated guided vehicles expected to grow at the highest CAGR between 2016 and 2022.
Honeywell Completes Acquisition of Intelligrated
August 30, 2016
As part of Honeywell Safety and Productivity Solutions division, Intelligrated's automated material handling solutions and software will pair with Honeywell's data capture and workflow performance technology.
3 Tech Trends Shaping the Future of Global Logistics
August 25, 2016
Advanced logistics technologies will create a faster, cheaper and more sustainable circulation of goods.
Report forecasts growth in automated truck loading systems
August 24, 2016
Report highlights key factors influencing the growth of the ATLS market.
Putting the New Tesla Gigafactory in Perspective
July 31, 2016
Tesla Motors officially unveiled its massive new Gigafactory 1 at a grand opening event on July 29, 2016, here are 9 slides that put the worlds largest factory in perspective.
Amazon Wants to Put Drone Platforms on Street Lights and Cell Towers
July 21, 2016
For Amazon, which seems determined to lead the field in drone delivery, the answer might come from a recently approved patent: docking stations for drones, installed on existing streetlights and...
Yale Highlights Alternative Power Options and Autonomous Equipment
July 20, 2016
In addition to the debut of a robotic end-rider, Yale is showcasing a suite of alternative power solutions including lithium-ion battery technology, hydrogen fuel cells, compressed natural gas (CNG) and...
Collaborative robot report predicts ‘phenomenal’ growth
July 14, 2016
Cobots designed for material handling process represent the most prevalent application of collaborative robots.