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Automation where it counts at Barrett

September 5, 2024 · By deploying a drone-based inventory monitoring solution at its Hillsborough, N.J., facility, Barrett Distribution Centers, a growing 3PL, has taken license plate accuracy to the next level, helping with order picking and eliminating time spent on manual cycle counts.

Westhof BIO takes cold storage and retrieval of vegetables to the next level with Movu atlas

September 5, 2024 · Thanks to Movu atlas pallet shuttles, Westhof BIO is achieving unmatched efficiency and scalability in its deep-freeze storage for organic vegetable preservation.

Next-level inventory accuracy from drone monitoring at Barrett Distribution Centers

September 5, 2024 · Barrett Distribution Centers' Hillsborough, N.J., warehouse manages Stadium Goods' consignment sports footwear through a specialized process involving authentication, automated packaging, and drone-assisted inventory tracking.

GAIN Summit 2024 to explore generative AI, ethical governance

September 5, 2024 · The Saudi Data & Artificial Intelligence Authority will host its third Global Artificial Intelligence Summit Sept. 10-12. Speakers include Google, Microsoft, NVIDIA, and Qualcomm.

Rethink Robotics relaunches, rebrands at IMTS 2024

September 4, 2024 · Rethink Robotics has rebranded, and will announce more details about its relaunch during a press conference at the International Manufacturing Technology Show 2024.

Amazon hires three of the founders of AI robotics company Covariant, licenses its technology

September 3, 2024 · Ted Stinson and Tianhao Zhang will assume leadership of Covariant, which positions the non-exclusive deal as way to optimize its business position so it can continue inventing solutions to address customers’ warehouse automation challenges.

Early bird pricing expires soon for NextGen Supply Chain Conference registration

September 3, 2024 · The NextGen Supply Chain Conference, scheduled for October 21-23 in Chicago with leaders from around the supply chain industry, closes its early bird pricing on Friday, September 6.

ProGlove appoints Charles Jackson to lead North America market expansion

September 3, 2024 · ProGlove, a wearable scanner company with headquarters in Munich and Chicago, has announced the appointment of Charles Jackson to the Head of North America role for the company.

Larisa Summers hired as Gather AI head of marketing

September 3, 2024 · Drone software provider Gather AI recently hired Larisa Summers as its new head of marketing, who brings experience from venture-funded startups turned Fortune 500 companies.

Learn How Power-in-Motion Can Revolutionize Robotics for 24/7 Operations

September 3, 2024 · This webcast explains how CaPow's Genesis system uses continuous, wireless power to eliminate robotic downtime, boost efficiency, and enhance operational performance in automated solutions.

Boscov’s Distribution Center: Speed regained in retail distribution

September 1, 2024 · A complete modernization of the sortation and conveyance at Boscov’s DC, along with updated software and a new order processing area, have transformed the ability of the department store chain’s DC to move more cartons in less time, while permitting more frequent replenishment shipment for stores.

Serve Robotics, Shake Shack roll out autonomous robot food delivery via Uber Eats

September 1, 2024 · Serve Robotics and Shake Shack announced a rollout of Serve autonomous sidewalk delivery robots to bring customers food via Uber Eats in Los Angeles.

Early bird registration deal for the NextGen Supply Chain Conference expires soon

August 31, 2024 · Discounted registration is only available until September 6 for Chicago supply chain conference.

ISD unveils advanced WCS software for UltraStore mid-load AS/RS

August 31, 2024 · Integrated Systems Design (ISD) released its new warehouse control system software for the UltraStore Mid-Load AS/RS and the entire warehouse.

FANUC releases new CNC, ROBODRILL machining robots at IMTS 2024

August 30, 2024 · FANUC announced the release of two new robots at IMTS 2024, the 500-I A CNC for machining and the ROBODRILL α-D28LiB5ADV Plus Y500 vertical machining center.

DEEP Robotics unveils first humanoid robot at World Robot Conference in Beijing

August 29, 2024 · DEEP Robotics unveiled its first humanoid robot at the World Robot Conference in Beijing, and demonstrated the obstacle-avoiding abilities of its quadruped robot at the conference.

Case Study: How scalable and efficient WMS and AMR solutions enabled Fleet Feet to automate and streamline their expanding business operations

August 29, 2024 · With Körber’s tight integration with NetSuite Fleet Feet was able to leverage all subject matter expertise. WMS was implemented from end to end of the operation in the distribution center. Twenty-two Locus Origin Autonomous Mobile Robots were setup in outbound. Download this case study to learn more.

Case Study: Kardex AutoStore AS/RS deployed for MAHLE Aftermarket

August 29, 2024 · Automotive parts supplier MAHLE Aftermarket adjusted to more small package orders using an AutoStore robotic cube automated storage and retrieval system deployed by Kardex.

Skyline Robotics deploys Ozmo window cleaning robot in New York City

August 28, 2024 · Ozmo, the world’s first window cleaning robot from Skyline Robotics, deployed for the first time in New York City, cleaning the windows at 1133 Avenue of the Americas.

Tormach to unveil 1500 MX CNC accessories at IMTS 2024

August 28, 2024 · Tormach will unveil its Through-Spindle Coolant Kit and Mist Collector accessories for its 1500MX CNC mill at the International Manufacturing Technology Show 2024.

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