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How Do Warehouse Robots Streamline Supply Chains?

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With the market for logistics-focused robotics hitting $8.78 billion in 2023 and strong growth anticipated over the next decade, there is obvious enthusiasm for this type of technology in a supply chain context.

Moving towards the adoption of robots in your organization is easier if you are in the loop on what they can do, so here’s a round-up of what this kit is capable of in a modern warehouse context to help convince decision-makers of the value that can be unlocked post-procurement. [Read more…] about How Do Warehouse Robots Streamline Supply Chains?

Kuehne+Nagel integrates 50 Libiao autonomous mobile robots into its Châtres, France warehouse

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Global logistics giant Kuehne+Nagel has introduced a new robotized order sorting system from Libiao Robotics at its multi-client Châtres warehouse, situated south-west of Paris, France.

The new technology is designed to improve productivity, accommodate high volumes during peak times, develop collaborative technologies to support human resources, and reduce repetitive manual tasks.

Logistics provider Kuehne+Nagel is automating its Châtres logistics centre in the Seine-et-Marne region by deploying collaborative autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) supplied by Chinese company Libiao Robotics. [Read more…] about Kuehne+Nagel integrates 50 Libiao autonomous mobile robots into its Châtres, France warehouse

ForwardX and L’Oréal unveil mobile robot with built-in weighing system

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ForwardX Robotics, a provider of vision-based autonomous mobile robots for warehouses, has once again teamed up with L’Oréal following their successful 2022 collaboration.

Together, they have launched the world’s first case-picking solution featuring AMRs integrated with an automatic weighing system.

This groundbreaking system significantly enhances operational efficiency and reduces manual picking errors. It is now operational in L’Oréal’s first Smart Fulfillment Center worldwide, located in Suzhou, China. [Read more…] about ForwardX and L’Oréal unveil mobile robot with built-in weighing system

ForwardX Robotics forms partnership with Voyatzoglou and EuroFit

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ForwardX Robotics, which claims to be “the largest person-to-goods autonomous mobile robot (AMR) solutions provider in Asia”, has agreed a partnership with Voyatzoglou.

The agreement means that Voyatzoglou is now the official distributor of ForwardX solutions in Greece and EuroFit in Romania.

The companies say the strategic alliance marks “a transformative era for warehouse automation in the region”. [Read more…] about ForwardX Robotics forms partnership with Voyatzoglou and EuroFit

Exotec partners with Clustag to provide warehouse automation for global fashion brand

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Clustag by Rielec, a developer of innovative RFID solutions, has been appointed by warehouse robotics provider Exotec, as a strategic partner to deploy item-level RFID solutions in selected Skypod System projects.

The technology will be deployed in some specific projects in the Netherlands for a globally known fashion brand.

Headquartered in Lille, France, Exotec combines hardware and software to offer warehouse robotic systems that drive operational efficiency, add resiliency, and improve working conditions for warehouse operators. [Read more…] about Exotec partners with Clustag to provide warehouse automation for global fashion brand

Peak Technologies forms strategic partnership with Robotize for warehouse automation

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Peak Technologies, a provider of smart warehouse solutions, has agreed a strategic partnership with Robotize, a cutting-edge robotics company specializing in autonomous mobile robots (AMRs).

This collaboration aims to revolutionize heavy pallet movement within warehouses, enhancing efficiency and productivity.

As part of its commitment to smart technologies, Peak Technologies has consistently focused on developing innovative solutions for warehouse automation. [Read more…] about Peak Technologies forms strategic partnership with Robotize for warehouse automation

DHL picks record 500 million items using Locus robots

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DHL Supply, the contract logistics division of DHL, says it has reached the milestone of 500 million picks accomplished using Locus Robotics’ LocusBot autonomous mobile robots.

This achievement underscores the transformative impact of Locus’ AMR technology on productivity and operational efficiency at an unprecedented scale.

The historic 500 millionth pick occurred on May 18, 2024, at DHL’s Toledo, Spain facility, where a LocusBot retrieved a consumer home goods product. [Read more…] about DHL picks record 500 million items using Locus robots

AutoStore establishes new assembly factory in Thailand

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AutoStore, the maker of one of the most widely used automated storage and retrieval systems for warehouses, has opened its assembly factory in Rayong Province, Thailand.

This milestone marks a strategic move in the company’s global expansion efforts, bringing cutting-edge robotics production closer to key markets, including Japan, Korea, and the United States.

With over 1,450 systems distributed across 54 countries, AutoStore is the most widely adopted automated fulfillment system on the planet. [Read more…] about AutoStore establishes new assembly factory in Thailand

ABB unveils new mobile robot with Visual SLAM and AMR Studio Suite

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ABB Robotics has launched its first Flexley Tug T702 autonomous mobile robot equipped with AI-based Visual SLAM navigation technology and the new AMR Studio software, enabling first-time robot users to easily program and operate entire fleets of mobile robots.

The new capabilities simplify configuration and can reduce commissioning time by up to 20 percent, paving the way for a workplace where intelligent robots operate autonomously, amid a critical shortage of skilled labor.

Marc Segura, president of ABB Robotics, says: “Following our acquisition of Sevensense in January, I’m pleased to offer our first AMR with AI-based Visual SLAM technology and AMR Studio software.

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Third Wave Automation launches fleet management solution for warehouse robots

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Third Wave Automation, provider of autonomous high-reach forklifts powered by Shared Autonomy, has announced the commercial availability of its Armada Fleet Management System (FMS), the central interface for the company’s Shared Autonomy Platform.

Third Wave Automation is the first company to offer proactive collision avoidance and tools to minimize the time it takes to address delays that could impact pallet movement and throughput.

The Armada FMS enables a single operator to safely and effectively manage multiple TWA Reach and TWA Extended Reach forklifts simultaneously.

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