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Robotics Materials Handling: The Future is Closer Than You Think

March 26, 2018 · Robotics are being applied at a rapid rate inside warehouse, DC and fulfillment operations around the U.S.—and it may already be happening at yours.

FedEx partners with Vecna Robotics as part of automation growth strategy

March 23, 2018 · Video highlights autonomous tuggers in FedEx facility as featured in the New York Times.

Attendance soars for spring’s Pack Expo East

March 21, 2018 · Philadelphia event to welcome more than 6,000 attendees, 400 exhibitors.

Robotics at a tipping point

March 12, 2018 · 3PL GEODIS is the latest example of how the materials handling industry is adopting robotics.

60 Seconds with Pieter Abbeel, professor at University of California Berkeley

March 9, 2018 · Modern Materials Handling staff sat down with Pieter Abbeel to discuss the state of the robotics industry.

Manufacturer builds in-house robotics expertise to close the skills gap

March 8, 2018 · Collaborative robots tackle mundane work so existing staff can add more value.

XPO Logistics Introduces Cloud-Based Warehouse Management Software Platform

March 5, 2018 · WMx is geared towards mobile devices and paves the way for the "rapid development and integration of automation and robotics," said XPO Logistics.

Pearson Packaging Systems completes acquisition of Flexicell

March 2, 2018 · Acquisition combines technical expertise in robotic automation and secondary packaging integration.

Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) / Inventory Management Technology: 6 Trends for the Modern Age

March 1, 2018 · Here’s how the next generation of warehouse and inventory management systems are evolving to help logistics operations operate more efficiently and improve their bottom lines in our brave, new digital age.

2018 Warehouse/Distribution Center Equipment Survey: Automation & Robotics Lead Robust Outlook

March 1, 2018 · Our annual survey reveals a bullish outlook for continued material handling investments, with enthusiasm extending into newer technologies such as robotics as well as warehouse control system software and the closely related category of warehouse execution systems.

Robotics, vision and motion control industries set new growth records in 2017

February 28, 2018 · Non-automotive robot orders grew 20.5% in units and 7.3% in dollars; shipments up 29.7%.

Modex 2018 Product Preview

February 28, 2018 · The Supply Chain Group editorial team offers Logistics Management readers a preview of the latest warehouse and distribution center management equipment, automation and software products that will be introduced on this year’s trade show floor.

Amazon’s Delivery Challenge to UPS and FedEx Launching in LA

February 9, 2018 · According to a new report, Amazon has plans to launch a new delivery service called Shipping with Amazon, or SWA, first with its third-party merchants, then expanding nationally.

Footage Revealed of EHANG 184 Manned Transportation Drone

February 8, 2018 · Since its debut at CES in early 2016, the EHang 184 Autonomous Aerial Vehicle had been attracting the worldwide attention of global media as well as the general public, today we get the best look yet at the Ehang 184, with footage for the first time showing it carrying out test flights with people on-board.

Advanced Robotics Developments Produce Game-Changing Innovations for Material Handling Industry

February 6, 2018 · Coupling the advances in computer vision with the increase in computing power and adding the advances in machine learning and artificial intelligence, robotic systems are becoming more capable every day especially in material handling.

State of Global Logistics: Delivering above and beyond

February 1, 2018 · Industry experts agree that costs across all sectors worldwide will continue to rise in 2018, and the most successful shippers will be those that are able to mitigate their impact on profitability. And, the right technology will play an increasingly vital role in driving efficiencies across the global logistics network.

Columbia Machine announces partnership with OTTO Motors

January 31, 2018 · Manufacturer and integrator of robotic palletizers and load transfer station partners with supplier of autonomous vehicles.

ISA and Automation Federation commemorate kickoff of 2018 FIRST Robotics Competition

January 31, 2018 · Associations encourage their members to participate in and contribute to FIRST programs.

Are Robots Going to Replace People in the Warehouse?

January 25, 2018 · Are robots going to replace people in the warehouse? Robots are transforming warehouse environments and these changes are being driven by the need for speed, accuracy, the scarcity of labor, co-bots – robots who help people, and cost.

Collaborative robots double production in limited floor space

January 18, 2018 · Cobots and grippers work with existing human staff to boost volume and quality for precision manufacturer.

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