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Plus One Robotics launches new depalletizing solution

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Plus One Robotics, a developer of AI-powered robotic vision for material handling, in partnership with beRobox, a specialist in modular mobile robotics, has launched DepalOne.

DepalOne is described as a “turnkey depalletizing solution designed to bring fast, flexible automation to modern warehouses without the need for facility modifications or extended downtime”.

Seen at both ProMat and Automate this spring, DepalOne combines beRobox’s portable hardware with Plus One’s AI-driven PickOne vision system to deliver an immediately deployable, fully integrated automation cell. [Read more…] about Plus One Robotics launches new depalletizing solution

Post of Serbia deploys fleet of 153 Libiao robots across its network

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Post of Serbia (Pošta Srbije), the national postal service of Serbia, has marked the largest single deployment of postal sorting robots in the Balkan country with the issuing of a special commemorative stamp (see pictures below).

It features a striking image depicting one of Libiao Robotics “mini yellow” sorting robots which have recently been installed within the Post of Serbia’s sortation facility in Belgrade.

The Belgrade automated hub features 153 Libiao robots operating across a single layer. [Read more…] about Post of Serbia deploys fleet of 153 Libiao robots across its network

Smarter Storage, Faster Shipping: Automation in the Supply Chain

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In the global economy of 2025, customer expectations for fast, accurate, and affordable deliveries have reached an all-time high.

E-commerce giants and traditional retailers alike are under constant pressure to fulfill orders more quickly and efficiently than ever before.

To meet these demands, businesses are turning to automation to revolutionize their supply chains – from warehouse storage to final delivery.

According to McKinsey, companies that fully embrace supply chain automation can cut operational costs by 15% to 30% and improve delivery times by 20% to 40%. [Read more…] about Smarter Storage, Faster Shipping: Automation in the Supply Chain

Seegrid claims ‘major leap forward in autonomous forklift technology’

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Seegrid, a developer of autonomous mobile robots for material handling, has unveiled what it describes as “a major leap forward in autonomous forklift technology”.

The company is expanding its focus on “payload versatility” as it targets more complex applications in manufacturing and logistics environments.

The “major leap” Seegrid refers to is its forklifts’ ability now to accommodate or handle payloads that are awkward sizes or shapes – up to 62 x 96, 96 x 78, and 96 x 96 inches. [Read more…] about Seegrid claims ‘major leap forward in autonomous forklift technology’

Medline facility becomes AutoStore’s 300th installation in North America

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AutoStore, maker of the most widely-used warehouse automated storage and retrieval system, says it has “surpassed 300 installations across North America”.

The 300th system, located at Medline’s new site in Aurora, Colorado, marks a full-circle moment for AutoStore.

More than a decade ago, Medline became AutoStore’s very first North American customer. [Read more…] about Medline facility becomes AutoStore’s 300th installation in North America

Foxconn to partner with Robust.AI to develop warehouse automation robots

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Robust.AI, a developer of AI-driven warehouse automation, has agreed a strategic manufacturing partnership with Hon Hai Technology Group, also known as Foxconn, the world’s largest electronics manufacturing services provider, to expand production of its flagship Carter multi-function collaborative robotics platform.

The partnership will enable Robust.AI to rapidly fulfill increasing demand from its growing international customer base and strengthen the resilience of its supply chain and manufacturing operations.

According to a recent Global Market Insights report, the warehouse automation market is forecasted to grow from $26.5 billion in 2024 to $115.8 billion by 2034 – a compound annual growth rate of 15.9 percent. [Read more…] about Foxconn to partner with Robust.AI to develop warehouse automation robots

DHL orders 1,000 additional robots from Boston Dynamics

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DHL Group, the world’s largest logistics provider, has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding with Boston Dynamics, a global leader in advanced robotics.

Building on the proven success of Boston Dynamics’ Stretch robot – designed for case handling and initially deployed by DHL to automate container unloading – the agreement paves the way for the global deployment of more than 1,000 additional units.

Looking ahead, DHL plans to expand the range of applications for the robots, including additional use cases such as case picking. [Read more…] about DHL orders 1,000 additional robots from Boston Dynamics

Cellumation’s modular conveyor tech powers Daifuku’s robotic depalletization breakthrough

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A robotics breakthrough developed by German startup Cellumation is being hailed as “revolutionary” by supply chain automation company Daifuku, which has integrated the technology into a next-generation robotic depalletization cell now on display at its Bolingbrook Innovation Center in Illinois.

Cellumation’s core innovation, known as the Celluveyor, is a modular conveyor system made up of small, hexagonal cells fitted with omnidirectional wheels.

This unique design allows for precise and flexible movement of packages in virtually any direction – making it ideally suited for complex routing and sorting tasks in tight spaces. [Read more…] about Cellumation’s modular conveyor tech powers Daifuku’s robotic depalletization breakthrough

UPS explores use of humanoid robots from Figure AI to alleviate problems caused by labor shortages

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UPS, one of the world’s largest logistics companies, is in talks with robotics startup Figure AI to explore the potential deployment of humanoid robots in its logistics operations, according to Bloomberg, in what could become a significant milestone in warehouse automation.

The robots under discussion are Figure AI’s flagship model, the Figure 02 – a bipedal, AI-powered humanoid standing 5 feet 6 inches tall and capable of lifting up to 20 kilograms.

Designed to operate in environments built for humans, the robot is intended to perform physically repetitive tasks such as lifting, sorting, and transporting packages. [Read more…] about UPS explores use of humanoid robots from Figure AI to alleviate problems caused by labor shortages

Peak Technologies opens global headquarters in Littleton, Massachusetts

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Peak Technologies, a provider of smart technologies, automated supply chain and mobile workforce solutions, hosted a ribbon-cutting and grand opening ceremony for the company’s global headquarters and Executive Briefing Center (EBC) in Littleton, Massachusetts.

Attendees at the grand opening and ribbon-cutting attended a luncheon and were able to tour the expanded 60,000 square foot headquarters, which includes innovative technology stations demonstrating advanced automation for the warehouse.

The facility currently employs 80 people with plans to expand to over 100 and is estimated to bring significant financial benefit to the local economy. [Read more…] about Peak Technologies opens global headquarters in Littleton, Massachusetts