Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.26
March 14, 2023
…of Pronto. “Pronto is bringing the long-proven benefits of AHS to a far broader set of mining, quarry, and heavy civil operations that have previously lacked access to this transformative technology.” Levandowski previously co-founded Google's self-driving car program, later rebranded as Waymo, and he co-founded Otto, which was later sold to Uber Technologies. AHS designed for dynamic applications Founded in 2018, Pronto is led by autonomous vehicle and robotics pioneers and veterans. It claimed that it is “the first and only company whose technology has successfully completed a coast-to-coast autonomous drive without a single human driver input.” Sunnyvale, Calif.-based Pronto…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.05
September 14, 2022
…within this hub of medical innovation and will enhance the overall experience for staff and visitors Alberta Health Services (AHS) will operate the facility. It delivers health services to more than 4.4 million people living in Alberta, as well as some residents in Saskatchewan, British Columbia and the Northwest Territories. AHS employs more than 100,000 people. Upon completion, Calgary Cancer Centre will be the largest standalone cancer center in Canada, said the companies. Examples of robots designed for environments such as hospitals include Diligent Robotics' Moxi, Relay Robotics' Relay, and Aethon's TUG.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.52
August 17, 2022
…a vehicle for power because it has replaceable 320 Ah Lithium-ion batteries. A separate app provides information on the charge level and operating time of the battery. A standard 230 V power supply is sufficient for recharging, euroTECH said. The eT-Litocran700 can handle window panes in different positions and angles. It can extend its arm and install panels with millimeter precision. Source: euroTECH Intuitive control with minimal staff Operators can remotely control both the eT-Litocran700 and the eT-Hover-univac vacuum system. With a range of 100 m (328 ft.), the wireless devices are intuitive to use, said euroTECH. They allow for…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.70
August 03, 2022
AHS, a unit of Hy-Tek Material Handling LLC, yesterday said it has partnered with Tompkins Robotics to automate more of its material handling for fulfillment and distribution. The companies said the addition of Tompkins' modular and scalable tSort to Hy-Tek's suite of services will support streamlined processes, improve employee productivity, and maximize the return on investment for the supply chain industry. “We are excited to start our partnership with Tompkins Robotics, a proven scalable and flexible robotic sortation solution,” said Zac Boehm, Vice President of Innovation and Technology at AHS. “By formalizing our partnership, it allows Hy-Tek to add to…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.73
June 14, 2022
…Shaw, the company’s co-founder and president, previously worked at AHS, a division of the automation service integrator company Hy-Tek Material Handling. “HAI ROBOTICS is extremely excited to be partnering with the team at Zion Solutions Group,” said Brian Reinhart, vice president of sales at HAI ROBOTICS. “When considering potential partners, HAI places the utmost importance on culture alignment and in Zion, we’ve found a partner whose goals, ambitions, and prioritizations match ours.” “Zion’s ability to concept, engineer, and deliver world-class automation solutions to the market is well documented, and HAI is very excited to be a part of that process…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.45
January 05, 2022
…said it has acquired Advanced Handling Systems LLC, or AHS. The merged company now operates as Hy-Tek Material Handling LLC. Terms were not disclosed. “Hy-Tek’s acquisition of AHS broadens our offerings as the predominant player in material handling and integrated systems,” said Sam Grooms, CEO of Hy-Tek Holdings. “With AHS robotic solutions, Hy-Tek delivers cutting-edge technology that optimizes fulfillment, speeds distribution, and addresses labor shortages within a challenging supply chain. Committed to growth through acquisitions, Hy-Tek always is looking for best-of-breed companies to join our team.” Erlanger, Ky.-based Advanced Handling Systems offers integration services with a focus on robotics for…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.81
December 01, 2021
…brands in New York. Caja has also worked with AHS Partners to deploy 100 robots to a major distribution facility in Kentucky. Baur brings wide experience to Caja Chris Baur, Caja Robotics Baur is an expert in software and robotics, as well as an entrepreneur focusing on the future of automation and the creation of customer value, said Caja Robotics. He holds a degree in mechanical engineering from the Technical University of Munich and a doctoral degree from the Technical University of Karlsruhe. With experience from KUKA, Swisslog, and various management consulting, Baur understands project-based global businesses, operational excellence, and…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.84
September 16, 2021
…it has partnered with Advanced Handling Systems LLC, or AHS, to implement the Skypod robotic system from Exotec Solutions SAS at its site in Nashville, Tenn. The companies said the automation will enable GEODIS to optimize its e-commerce fulfillment process for its direct-to-consumer customers. “eLogistics is an important strategic initiative for our company, and collaborating with our long-term partners at AHS in new technology with Exotec will be winning formula for our exciting new product,” said Eric Douglas, executive vice president of technology and engineering at GEODIS in Americas. “By implementing the Exotec Skypod System into our GEODIS eLogistics site,…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.90
August 11, 2021
…company will develop a system that can autonomously refuel AH-65 Apache helicopters in the field. “The R3EM program enables RE2 to apply its next-generation autonomy software and history of robotic arm expertise to a new outdoor application within the Department of Defense,” said Jorgen Pedersen, president and CEO of RE2 Robotics. “The technology being developed as a result of this aircraft servicing program strategically aligns with our ongoing expansion into the commercial aviation market.” RE2 Robotics said its systems consist of robotic arms, intuitive controllers, and advanced autonomy software to empower humans to do their jobs safely and efficiently. The…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.56
April 14, 2021
…together. For more than 45 years, Advanced Handling Systems (AHS) has supplied integrated fulfillment and distribution systems within the supply chain. The Erlanger, Ky.-based company said it uses its six-step DesignBuild process to understand a customer's “current state.” AHS provides automation, autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), and other equipment to improve productivity, order cycle times, and order accuracy supporting the “future state.” Founded in 2014, Caja Elastic Dynamic Solutions Ltd. offers a mini-load automated storage and retrieval system (ASRS) for goods-to-person order fulfillment. The Binyamina, Israel-based company claimed that its robots can increase order efficiency, expand storage capacity, and optimize warehouse…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.68
September 29, 2020
…signed partnerships with highly experienced American integrators such as AHS, S&H Systems and Conveyco to accelerate market penetration. Exotec is also currently hiring in North America to support its operations and its growth. “Brands and retailers are seeing tremendous surge in e-commerce, accelerated by the current pandemic. They must now transform their supply chain to gain competitive advantage. Exotec is addressing this challenge and is the leading player in scalable robotics systems,” said Rudi Lueg, managing director of North America at Exotec. The partnership announced at the end of 2019 between Exotec and international retail company, Fast Retailing, is now…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.27
July 29, 2020
Waypoint Robotics and AHS (Advanced Handling Systems) LLC, announce a new systems integrator partnership. As a select Waypoint Certified Systems Integrator, AHS will be able to offer Waypoint’s full fleet of industrial-strength, omnidirectional AMRs to its valued customer base as part of a fully integrated automated material handling solution. AHS combines the power of creative design with a strategic selection of equipment manufacturers to create best-in-class fulfillment and distribution solutions for a wide variety of industries and clients. Waypoint Robotics develops and manufactures fully autonomous mobile robot platforms that are easy to use, industrial-strength, and designed to be setup and…
