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AutoStore has unveiled a series of new products aimed at increasing efficiency in high-throughput warehouse operations.
The updates include an AI-powered piece-picking robot, a flexible workstation, an upgraded software suite, and new offerings for smaller warehouses and tighter budgets. [Read more…] about AutoStore unveils new AI-powered robotic system
Swisslog, a provider of warehouse automation and software, says that long-time customer Medline will implement an AutoStore system optimized by Swisslog’s SynQ software within its Aurora, Colorado facility.
When completed, it will be the 24th AutoStore system installation since the two companies began working together more than a decade ago.
The new AutoStore deployment will support Medline’s ongoing efforts to optimize order fulfillment and enhance operational efficiency. [Read more…] about Swisslog and Medline collaboration results in new AutoStore installation in Aurora, Colorado
Locus Robotics has installed its AI-powered warehouse automation platform, LocusONE, at Boulanger, one of France’s largest consumer electronics and home appliance retailers.
The move marks a significant shift in Boulanger’s fulfillment strategy, transitioning from manual processes to scalable robotic automation.
The system was implemented at Boulanger’s central distribution facility in Hénin-Beaumont and fully integrated within four months. [Read more…] about Locus Robotics ‘doubles warehouse productivity’ at French retailer Boulanger
Ati Motors is set to showcase a range of autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) at Automate 2025, taking place May 12-15 in Detroit.
The company will demonstrate four models at booth #1823, including a US debut and a product launch.
Headlining the lineup is the Sherpa Pallet Mover, a robust AMR capable of autonomously lifting and transporting up to 1 ton (1,000 kg).
Though an established product in global markets, it will be making its first appearance in the US. [Read more…] about Ati Motors to showcase latest autonomous mobile robots at Automate event
ForwardX Robotics, a provider of autonomous mobile robots for warehouses, claims it is now “one of the few” robotics companies with full self-production capabilities after the company opened a new facility in Wuhu, Anhui, in China.
The factory manages the entire process – from assembly to testing – entirely in-house, underscoring ForwardX’s commitment to “self-sufficient production”, and highlighting its “dedication to delivering world-class robotics solutions”.
ForwardX’s factory was built in 2022, spans 10,000 square meters across two expansive buildings, featuring multiple production lines that cover the entire manufacturing process. [Read more…] about ForwardX Robotics opens advanced ‘self-production facility’ in China
Attabotics, a provider of automation systems for warehouses, has incorporated “AI-orchestrated fulfillment” to its technology line-up.
FulfillAI is a newly developed and field-tested software algorithm that offers a novel approach to automated fulfillment for retailers with in-store and wholesale distribution challenges seeking faster fulfillment.
Automation providers typically tackle the challenge of faster fulfillment by raising machine rates. But since machines are often running near capacity, this doesn’t allow for much improvement. Rather, it puts constraints on the business by maxing out machine capacity and putting greater strain on associated labor, equipment, and resources. [Read more…] about Attabotics offering ‘enterprise-level fulfillment sophistication to retailers of all sizes’
Plus One Robotics has showcased its end-to-end palletizing and depalletizing (pal/depal) capabilities at the recent ProMat 2025 trade show, and also launched its new Partner Portal designed to empower system integrators and solution providers.
Erik Nieves, co-founder and CEO of Plus One Robotics, says: “As the supply chain industry continues to evolve, we recognize the growing demand for flexible, intelligent solutions that can handle the complexities of modern warehousing and distribution.
“Our pal/depal technologies are designed to help our customers increase efficiency and improve productivity – all while maintaining high levels of safety and reliability.” [Read more…] about Plus One Robotics showcases ‘advanced palletizing and depalletizing capabilities’
Honeywell has launched its SwiftDecoder barcode-decoding software will be integrated into Corvus Robotics’ self-flying inventory drones.
This pioneering solution will be used within warehouses and distribution centers (DCs) to make the process of tracking rapidly changing inventory quicker and more accurate for retailers, distributors and manufacturers at the case – and pallet-level.
Honeywell’s creation of supply chain solutions that can automate processes for greater accuracy and more efficient use of scarce labor resources supports its alignment of its portfolio with several compelling megatrends including automation. [Read more…] about Honeywell to power Corvus Robotics drones to automate inventory tracking in warehouses
Murata Machinery USA (Muratec USA), a specialist in high-speed, automated logistics and material handling, kicked off ProMat 2025 in Chicago with the North American debut of its Double Reach Shuttle, an innovative automated storage and retrieval system (ASRS) engineered for high-density storage and efficient product handling.
Designed to maximize storage capacity while minimizing aisle width, the Double Reach Shuttle enables businesses to optimize warehouse space without compromising accessibility or throughput.
The Double Reach Shuttle integrates a narrow shuttle vehicle with a double-reach transfer mechanism, allowing it to efficiently retrieve and transport loads stored at greater depths within a compact footprint. [Read more…] about Murata debuts ‘double reach’ shuttle for warehouse operations
Mobile Industrial Robots (MiR), a leading manufacturer of collaborative autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), today announced the MiR VDA 5050 Adapter that bridges the company’s AMRs with VDA 5050-compatible third-party fleet management systems.
By simplifying integration to third-party systems, this new software adapter enables interoperability for warehouses, distribution centers and manufacturing facilities seeking a standardized approach to managing diverse heritage robot fleets, reducing integration complexities, and improving operational efficiency.
Initiated by the German Automotive Industry Association (VDA) and the VDMA Material Handling and Intralogistics Association, the VDA 5050 standard enables communication between multiple AMR robot types from various suppliers using a common control system. [Read more…] about MiR makes its mobile robots compatible with others
