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Exotec reaches $1 billion in systems sold

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Exotec, a warehouse robotics provider, says it has sold over $1 billion in systems globally, one of the fastest materials handling companies to reach the milestone.

This achievement illustrates the rapid adoption of the Exotec technology since its founding in 2015 as it continually expands its headcount, reinvests into new solutions and reaches new markets across the world.

Romain Moulin, CEO and co-founder at Exotec, says: “Reaching the milestone of $1 billion in systems sold globally shows that our approach to warehouse automation is differentiated and strongly resonates with our customers. [Read more…] about Exotec reaches $1 billion in systems sold

LG collaborates with SVT Robotics to ‘accelerate’ development of autonomous mobile robots

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LG Business Solutions USA is collaborating with SVT Robotics, a software provider that empowers IT teams to seamlessly integrate, monitor, and scale automation, to integrate LG’s new CLOi CarryBot autonomous mobile robots into US warehouse environments.

By leveraging the SoftBot Platform from SVT Robotics, prebuilt integrations easily enable the LG CLOi CarryBot AMRs to connect to virtually any warehouse management solution.

According to Tom Bingham, Senior Director at LG Business Solutions USA, the SoftBot Platform enables LG CLOi CarryBot customers to quickly deploy new robots without the need for custom code, reducing risk and minimizing IT burden. [Read more…] about LG collaborates with SVT Robotics to ‘accelerate’ development of autonomous mobile robots

Kollmorgen launches ‘combination’ of AGVs and AMRs

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Kollmorgen has introduced the “NDC Flex”, which it describes as a “combination” of an autonomous mobile robot and an automated guided vehicle.

Kollmorgen says the NDC Flex “combines the finest features from Kollmorgen’s portfolio; the efficiency of AGV systems with the adaptability of AMR features”.

This integration ensures that site productivity remains at highest performance, while minimizing risks associated with potential disruptions. [Read more…] about Kollmorgen launches ‘combination’ of AGVs and AMRs

LG launches new ‘advanced’ automated warehouse robots

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LG Business Solutions USA aims to set a new standard for warehouse efficiency and flexibility with the new LG CLOi CarryBot family of autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) designed to intelligently navigate complex floor plans to move and deliver payloads in customizable configurations, with loading and unloading performed by workers.

LG CLOi CarryBot will be officially launched in the United States at the MODEX 2024 trade show, March 11-14 in Atlanta. LG’s booth (A11918) in the Georgia World Congress Center also will preview LG’s P5G, the company’s private 5G technology under development for dedicated robot networks supporting reliable, stable performance.

Development of the new LG P5G network is leveraging the vast technical resources and deep expertise of global innovator LG Electronics.

Tom Bingham, senior director, LG Business Solutions USA, says: “The new LG CLOi CarryBot can immediately begin solving warehouse inefficiencies by providing on-time movements and consistent, reliable operation that allows workers to stay within their zones and increase productivity.  [Read more…] about LG launches new ‘advanced’ automated warehouse robots

RightHand Robotics partners with Staples to install robots in fulfillment centers

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RightHand Robotics, a provider of autonomous AI robotic picking solutions for order fulfillment, has agreed a multi-year partnership with Staples, one of America’s best-known suppliers of workspace products and solutions.

The agreement allows Staples to deploy and install the company’s RightPick item-handling system to automate operations for higher service levels and Next-Day Delivery to over 98 percent of the US.

Managing an industry-leading distribution and fulfillment network with various levels of AI and automation, Staples has long been an innovator in the US market. [Read more…] about RightHand Robotics partners with Staples to install robots in fulfillment centers

Robotize launches its first platform autonomous mobile robot

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Robotize, a provider of autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) for internal pallet transportation, has launched the GoPal P35, marking the company’s entry into the platform AMR segment. 

Anders Pjetursson, Robotize CEO and co-founder, says: “Our customers asked us to develop a platform AMR to complement their fleet of GoPal pallet AMRs.

“The main requirement was that it had to have the same high level of uptime and operational reliability as our global fleet of AMRs.” [Read more…] about Robotize launches its first platform autonomous mobile robot

K-Parts brings Prime Vision robots into warehouse operation

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K-Parts, an online supplier of scooter, moped and motorbike parts, has chosen robots from automation expert Prime Vision to streamline its warehouse logistics operations at Harderwijk in the Netherlands.

The robots will allow made-to-order boxes to be packed with items in a highly optimised manner, seamlessly collaborating with the Intellistore automatic storage and retrieval system (ASRS) and personnel working at the facility.

Providing access to an extensive range of components and accessories from leading brands, K-Parts delivers products of all shapes and sizes. To reduce packaging and boost efficiency, when the company receives an order, it builds a custom box that matches the dimensions of the selected products. [Read more…] about K-Parts brings Prime Vision robots into warehouse operation

Exotec says its robots are operating at over 100 customer sites

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Exotec, a warehouse robotics provider, says its continued business expansion has resulted in its robots operating in “over 100 customer sites globally”.

The company is on track to increase its global employee headcount 80 percent year on year by 2024 to support record business growth across APAC, Europe, and North America.

Romain Moulin, Exotec CEO and co-founder, says: “Reaching more than 100 customer sites signals an important milestone for our business and the momentum of the warehouse robotics category. [Read more…] about Exotec says its robots are operating at over 100 customer sites

Kivnon reaches 5,000 installed mobile robots in 20 countries

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Kivnon, a producer of industrial mobile robots, has manufactured and installed its 5,000th robot, representing a significant milestone in its history.

Kivnon designs, manufactures, and implements mobile robots that enhance material handling efficiency across various markets, including automotive, food, logistics distribution, and retail applications.

Juan Prieto, CEO of Kivnon, says: “We started in 2009 with a vision for new ways to improve intralogistics operations in production centers, warehouses, and distribution centers, along with a team of talented experts in material handling and robotic engineering. [Read more…] about Kivnon reaches 5,000 installed mobile robots in 20 countries

Exotec robots ‘save warehouse workers from walking nearly 30 million kilometres’

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Data published by Exotec says that, since the company’s first delivered site in 2017, its warehouse robots have covered a distance of 28,791,005 kilometres (17,889,901 miles) – equivalent to 37 return trips to the moon.

The company says its Skypod robots have logged over 5 million kilometres (3.1 million miles) at the longest drive site, with an average of 1.75 million kilometres (1.1 million miles) across Exotec’s 10 busiest sites.

To date, Exotec’s Skypod robots have completed almost 230 million cycles globally. The company defines one cycle as the act of a robot retrieving a bin, bringing it to a picking station, and returning the bin to storage. [Read more…] about Exotec robots ‘save warehouse workers from walking nearly 30 million kilometres’

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