VisionNav introduces automated forklift for cargo handling

VisionNav Robotics (Booth C4075) is automating the loading and unloading of trailer trucks with the introduction of the VNST20 Pro, an autonomous forklift, paired with an advanced robot control fleet scheduling system (RCS).

By Amy Wunderlin    March 11, 2024         

VisionNav introduces automated forklift for cargo handling

Kyle Chan, senior manager of sales and business development, VisionNav Robotics, presents on the growing market for automated materials handling solutions.

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VisionNav introduces automated forklift for cargo handling

Kyle Chan, senior manager of sales and business development, VisionNav Robotics, presents on the growing market for automated materials handling solutions.

VisionNav Robotics (Booth C4075) is automating the loading and unloading of trailer trucks with the introduction of the VNST20 Pro, an autonomous forklift, paired with an advanced robot control fleet scheduling system (RCS).

The VNST20 Pro adapts to diverse trucks, goods and environments, working with the RCS to automate unloading, loading and materials handling tasks. This maximizes loading rates, boosting work efficiency and safety.

“What is VisionNav trying to accomplish with all of our customers? We want to be a system that you deploy that one, works, and two, that you forget about,” said Kyle Chan, senior manager or sales and business development, VisionNav Robotics.

The solution applies 3D local slam technology based on deep learning, which reduces errors during operation in dynamic environments and improves the positioning accuracy and system robustness. A combination of 3D local SLAM technology, sophisticated system optimization algorithms, and modular design also allows the forklift to handle persistent issues in trailer box loading and unloading, such as low space utilization, prolonged deployment times and restricted flexibility.

Check out Modern's complete editorial coverage of Modex 2024, March 11-14. Modern is the official producer of the event's Show Daily. Modex 2024 was held at The Georgia World Congress Center from March 11-14, 2024. The tradeshow showcases the latest manufacturing, distribution and supply chain solutions in the materials handling and logistics industry.

About the Author
Amy Wunderlin, Contributing Editor

Amy Wunderlin

Contributing Editor

Amy Wunderlin is a freelance supply chain and technology writer. She has written for several weekly and daily newspapers, in addition to trade publications such as Supply & Demand Chain Executive, Food Logistics and Building Operating Management, among others. She is a 2013 graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, where she earned her B.A. in journalism.

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