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Locus Robotics picks ‘record-breaking’ 331 million units during holiday season

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Locus Robotics, a provider of autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) for fulfilment warehouses, has released its annual Cyber Week recap, which reports a record-breaking 331 million units picked globally on behalf of its retail and third-party logistics partners, a 66 percent increase over last year.

LocusBots picked almost 7 million average daily units, an increase of 107 percent compared with 2022.

Rick Faulk, CEO of Locus Robotics, says: “We are thrilled to have delivered another record-breaking peak shopping season for our customers. [Read more…] about Locus Robotics picks ‘record-breaking’ 331 million units during holiday season

Robotize partners with RAM Solutions in North America

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Robotize, a provider of autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) for automated internal material transport, is partnering with RAM Solutions, of Troy, Michigan, USA.

For more than 25 years, RAM Solutions has been providing automation products and technology that bring significant value to its customers, and the partnership created with Robotize will help meet the rising demand for AMRs.

It will also assist in solving real manufacturing challenges by implementing material handling automation solutions at scale. [Read more…] about Robotize partners with RAM Solutions in North America

Brightpick unveils details about machine vision and AI behind its autopickers

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Brightpick, a provider of warehouse automation solutions for order fulfillment, has unveiled new details about the proprietary machine vision and AI that are “critical for the seamless operation of its Brightpick Autopicker robots”.

The technologies are used for everything from scanning totes (bins) to create 3D models for future picking of items, to determining ideal picking angles for both totes and individual items.

The company also elaborated on its Brightpick Intuition software and how it keeps the entire robot fleet precisely orchestrated and optimized for maximum throughput in ecommerce and e-grocery warehouses. [Read more…] about Brightpick unveils details about machine vision and AI behind its autopickers

Starship Technologies wraps up year with record deliveries

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Starship Technologies, the world’s leading provider of autonomous delivery services, has published its 2023 Robot Wrap Up, highlighting the most popular items, interesting stats and quirky requests that its global fleet of more than 2,000 robots have received in the past year. [Read more…] about Starship Technologies wraps up year with record deliveries

Robots integrate with automated storage and retrieval systems to deliver warehouse efficiency

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Automated storage and retrieval systems are becoming the backbone of modern warehouse logistics operations.

However, there is still the challenge of efficiently moving orders through the sorting process. Until recently, the only options were manually or by conveyor – but both have clear limitations.

Nowadays, a more flexible and future-proof solution is available: robots. Tijmen Verkooijen, bid and tender manager at Prime Vision, explains all. [Read more…] about Robots integrate with automated storage and retrieval systems to deliver warehouse efficiency

Exotec opens new hub for its automated conveyor range

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Exotec, a provider of robotic solutions for warehouses, has opened a new production space in Croix, France. The new space will house the production of Exotec’s Skypath conveyor range, producing an average of thirty modules per day.

Located in Rue du Creusot in Croix, near Exotec’s headquarters, the new 2,500 sq m space marks a strategic milestone in the company’s rapid growth.

The building will house production workshops for the Skypath range, as well as acting as a dedicated service centre for the maintenance of Skypod robots, with thirty collaborators initially contributing to the developments. [Read more…] about Exotec opens new hub for its automated conveyor range

Pitney Bowes ‘strengthening’ automation across its entire logistics network

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Pitney Bowes, a global shipping and mailing company that provides technology, logistics, and financial services, says it is strengthening its domestic parcels network and service.

Pitney Bowes, a company with a long history of innovation, is leveraging a number of emerging technologies, including automated parcel sortation equipment and robotics to efficiently enable on-time deliveries, and process consumer returns for ecommerce brands and retailers.

Gregg Zegras, EVP and president, global ecommerce at Pitney Bowes, says: “We made several changes to our network in 2023 to shift operations from older, more manual sites to more modern, fully automated logistics hubs. [Read more…] about Pitney Bowes ‘strengthening’ automation across its entire logistics network

Maersk and iB Cargo install Dexory’s robotics and AI technology in Bucharest distribution centre

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Dexory says its partnership with international shipping line Maersk is expanding into the Maersk and iB Cargo managed site in Romania, a distribution centre for a top home furnishing brand globally.

The Bucharest deployment is the first of many outside of the UK to go live with the innovative technology, as part of the company’s expansion across Europe.

AP Moller-Maersk and iB Cargo operate a major distribution and logistics centre in Romania, serving one of the largest global furniture and interior decoration companies. [Read more…] about Maersk and iB Cargo install Dexory’s robotics and AI technology in Bucharest distribution centre

ForwardX Robotics unveils new 1500-kg payload warehouse robot

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ForwardX Robotics, a provider of vision-based autonomous mobile robots and warehouse solutions, has launched the Max 1500-L Slim, its latest innovation.

Designed for both warehouse logistics and manufacturing environments, the new AMR is set to revolutionize material handling, delivering “unparalleled versatility and efficiency”, according to ForwardX.

With its compact yet powerful build, standing at just 245mm (9.6 inches) tall, the Max 1500-L Slim offers an impressive payload capacity of 1500 kg (3,306 pounds). This unique combination of size and strength allows for seamless navigation and maneuverability in even the tightest spaces. [Read more…] about ForwardX Robotics unveils new 1500-kg payload warehouse robot

DHL and AutoStore expand partnership to further automate global warehousing

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DHL Supply Chain, one of the world’s largest contract logistics companies, and AutoStore, a robotic technology company specializing in automated storage and retrieval systems, are expanding their partnership in a move set to further automated warehouse operations on global scale.

DHL Supply Chain, already involved in nine operational AutoStore warehouse projects with four more in the planning stage, is poised to become one of AutoStore’s largest 3PL clients, reinforcing their commitment to digitalization and automation.

The nine existing Systems effectively operate 800,000 bins, with the forthcoming four Systems elevating the total number of bins to a remarkable 1.2 million. In the future, DHL also intends to construct five further facilities in addition to those already in operation or planning. [Read more…] about DHL and AutoStore expand partnership to further automate global warehousing