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Archives for September 2022

ROEQ doubles capacity of Omron robot with newly designed cart system

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Businesses implementing the Omron LD-250 autonomous mobile robot (AMR) now have a powerful new option to dramatically increase payload without having to invest in a larger, more expensive AMR solution.

The ROEQ solution with the new TMC500 top module and Cart500 developed for the Omron LD-250, not only doubles the AMR payload, it also provides a standardized, safe, and flexible solution for internal logistics tasks.

Kyle Hable, group product manager, Omron Robotics and Safety Technologies, says: “This exciting new relationship with ROEQ gives our customers access to fast and cost-effective options for their toughest mobile automation initiatives. [Read more…] about ROEQ doubles capacity of Omron robot with newly designed cart system

Locus granted patent for machine learning models to ‘accurately predict traffic time’ for last-mile deliveries

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Locus, a logistics software technology company (not to be confused with Locus Robotics), has been awarded a patent for “Machine Learning Models for Predicting Time in Traffic”, the second patent awarded to the company in 2022.

Predictability of last-mile deliveries is a logistical challenge that continues to affect businesses across various sectors such as e-commerce, 3PLs, and so on.

Locus’ new patent will enable enterprises to achieve better precision in their last-mile deliveries by factoring in traffic patterns, which have historically been considered too dynamic to map. [Read more…] about Locus granted patent for machine learning models to ‘accurately predict traffic time’ for last-mile deliveries

United Natural Foods brings in robots from Symbotic to automate warehouse

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United Natural Foods has entered into a commercial agreement to implement Symbotic’s AI-powered robotics and software automation in five of UNFI’s distribution centers over the next four years.

Under the agreement, UNFI also has an option to implement Symbotic’s warehouse automation systems in additional distribution centers.

Symbotic’s end-to-end automation system, with robotic case pick capabilities, is designed to enable UNFI to transform its distribution centers to enhance capabilities and efficiency, improve order accuracy for its customers, increase storage capacity within its facilities, and facilitate planned future growth. [Read more…] about United Natural Foods brings in robots from Symbotic to automate warehouse

Lyft plans ‘fully autonomous future’ as it starts driverless car rides to customers in Austin, Texas

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Riders in Austin, Texas can now select an autonomous vehicle in the Lyft app to help them get around their city.

This marks the first time that a commercial autonomous service is available in Austin, Texas and marks the third city where Lyft riders can hail an autonomous ride along with Miami, Florida and Las Vegas, Nevada.

Most people’s first autonomous vehicle experience will be on a ride hailing network like Lyft. For riders in Austin, this new ride mode looks just like any other Lyft ride. Riders can hail an autonomous vehicle (a Ford self-driving car powered by Argo AI technology) directly in the Lyft app for the same price as a normal Lyft ride. [Read more…] about Lyft plans ‘fully autonomous future’ as it starts driverless car rides to customers in Austin, Texas

Formic supplies 58-year-old family-run factory Compact Industries with its first robotic system

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Formic, a supplier of automation technology on a pay-as-you-go basis, has supplied 58-year-old family-run factory Compact Industries with its first robotic system.

Located in St Charles, Illinois, Compact faced challenges of a shrinking labor pool, high worker turnover, and supply and wage inflation; struggled to meet the increasing demands of the Fortune 500 companies it serves.

Formic’s robots-as-a-service model activated a cobot within hours of delivery, cut costs on hiring and re-training temporary workers, and enhanced safety. [Read more…] about Formic supplies 58-year-old family-run factory Compact Industries with its first robotic system

5 Ways Automation is Transforming the Shipping and Logistics Industry

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Shipping and logistics play a critical role in the growth of the economy. That’s true since all economic activities depend on the existence and efficiency of shipping and logistics. Therefore, no country can enhance its national income without the input of the shipping and logistics sector.

That said, shipping and logistics is the process in which products are delivered to businesses and consumers. And while it sounds simple, the process can be complex and time-consuming, especially when utilizing manual techniques. For that reason, firms in the shipping and logistics industries are leveraging the power of technology to streamline their operations.

One of the ways they achieve integration technology is through automation. It refers to the use of software to complete tasks and minimize human intervention. And for more information about automation in the shipping and logistics industry, you can visit Truckstop.com or any other similar platform. [Read more…] about 5 Ways Automation is Transforming the Shipping and Logistics Industry

How investfox connects traders with the best possible brokers with the help of filters?

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Getting your feet wet in the investment industry is a bit of a complicated process. The first thing you need to do to make your trading process more efficient and beneficial is to find a financial service provider that will furnish you with proper tools, charts, trading platforms, accounts, and so forth.

As the demand for brokers increases as time goes by so does the competition between the financial companies. All of this makes it hard to find the most suitable brokerage for you. On top of that, as the investment space expands more and more scum and fraud cases are skyrocketing.

Investfox.com – a newly launched European startup – comes with solutions. This is a platform that aims to make the investment industry more transparent with the use of both experts and user-generated reviews and in addition to that, the process of choosing the right broker for you can become quite simple for both novice or seasoned traders. [Read more…] about How investfox connects traders with the best possible brokers with the help of filters?

How to Use Technology to Improve Your Inventory System

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This blog article discusses how certain software can help reduce human error in inventory management by increasing communication and visibility. It also presents a number of examples of how this technology can be used for inventory tracking in different industries.

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Inventory is a crucial part of any business. By ensuring that an accurate and up-to-date inventory is maintained, businesses can avoid costly mistakes and ensure a steady supply of the products they need to operate. [Read more…] about How to Use Technology to Improve Your Inventory System

Driving Your Business to Stand Out

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You may have recently set up shop with your own business. This is a very exciting time and you may be wondering how you can get your business into the top ranking companies.

There are plenty of ways you can do this, one such way is getting the word out regarding your business. The other is to create a business that stands out from the crowd and the customers are queuing up at the door. Take a look below to find out more on how to do this. [Read more…] about Driving Your Business to Stand Out

Most Common Software Bugs Found During Testing in 2022

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Before you launch an app or a platform, you should test it. It ensures the product function as expected. However, even with testing, some software bugs can still make it through.

If you don’t have an in-house software team, you can outsource the task to a software tester company. Either way, it helps to know what you’re up against. Here are the most common errors found during testing in 2022: [Read more…] about Most Common Software Bugs Found During Testing in 2022