Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.36
…thing is that existing clients such as GEODIS and DHL have expanded significantly,” he noted. “They're expanding their robot fleets within existing buildings as well as in new buildings.” “Locus’ consistent innovation, user-centric approach, and genuine dedication to customer relationships puts them at the forefront of warehouse automation,” said Alan McDonald, vice president of continuous improvement at GEODIS. “This milestone is a testament to its technological leadership and synergistic collaboration. We look forward to building on our work together and driving even greater efficiency improvements in the future.” In addition, GEODIS provides diverse use cases, such as handling cases in…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.22
…million picks during last year's holiday shopping peak, and DHL Supply Chain plans to deploy 5,000 Locus Origin robots across multiple sites. “The Inc. 5000 recognition reflects Locus Robotics' impressive growth rate over the past several years and solidifies its position as a trailblazer in the robotics industry,” said the Wilmington, Mass.-based company. “As the demand for automation and intelligent robotics solutions continues to grow, Locus Robotics remains dedicated to pushing the boundaries of innovation and helping businesses build a more efficient and productive future.” About Locus Robotics' technologies Locus Robotics claimed that its autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) are designed…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 12.14
DHL Supply Chain and Locus Robotics today announced the deployment of fully integrated LocusBots in Australia in what they said is “a first for the Asia-Pacific region.” They also said the LocusONE warehouse automation platform meets the complex quality-assurance profiles and regulations of medical device customers Cardinal Health and Terumo. “At DHL Supply Chain Australia, we are leading the industry in automation research and development to create truly scalable, efficient, and effective solutions for our customers,” said Steve Thompsett, CEO of DHL Supply Chain Australia & New Zealand. “It’s important for us to innovate and to consistently optimize our customers’…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.70
…safety inspections at a factory in Gwangmyeong, South Korea. DHL Supply Chain deployed Stretch in February 2023. In June, Boston Dynamics announced new capabilities for Spot and a partnership with artificial intelligence provider Levatas. Hyundai, Kia extend FIFA partnership In May, Hyundai and Kia announced the renewal of their partnerships with Zurich-based soccer association FIFA through 2030. They plan to provide transportation, autonomous driving technologies, and future mobility services at global events and tournaments. The organizations added Boston Dynamics and Hyundai air mobility unit Supernal to the collaboration. “Both subsidiaries are central to the group’s transformation into a smart and…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.77
…through a robotics-as-a-service (RaaS) model. Customers such as SF DHL have seen improvements in picking efficiency of up to 200%, said ForwardX. It also touted successful implementations at L'Oreal, IKEA, UNIQLO, Walmart, Orbis, Mitsubishi, JD Logistics, BYD, and more. TCL deployed Flex AMRs with a lifting module for line-side delivery, which FowardX said was “the world’s first 5G AMR deployment” (see video above). Chery recently deployed more than 100 AMRs from across ForwardX's product lines as one unified fleet to support its automotive Super Factory, which produces over 300,000 vehicles and 200,000 KD units per year. ForwardX said these partnerships…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.41
…(RaaS) model. The company said its global customers include DHL, TCL, and Uniqlo, and more than 3,000 of its AMRs are operating across four continents. ForwardX announced expanded U.S. operations last year and has opened offices in San Diego and Phoenix. Yaxin Guan, chief operations officer at ForwardX, spoke with Robotics 24/7 about the company's global growth. How is ForwardX different from other AMR providers? Guan: Our founders came from an autonomous vehicle background and then wanted to focus on indoor applications in the warehouse. ForwardX's team has expertise in deep learning and sensor fusion. We're also different in that…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.89
…up in a space.” Reference customers show the way DHL deployed a fleet of nine Crown pallet trucks in one-way aisles between double-deep storage, recalled Gaskell. “The vehicle scans the pallet, and the WMS [warehouse management system] buffers the data,” he said. “The robot tender knows what's going on quickly.” The automated fork truck can lift and load faster than a manually operated one, and a remote operator can see through its camera,” Gaskell added. “That way, it doesn't have to be perfect.” Semi-autonomous or hybrid operations make remote interventions easier, he said. It also gives large customers such as…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.75
…project. For example, Boston Dynamic’s $15 million deal with DHL will have a significant impact on its 2023 share of the robotic picking market.” “The U.S. considerably leads the way for the robotic picking market, and we expect this to continue over our forecast period,” Zhang continued. “This is in part due to the high labor costs faced by US companies. Out of the 33 suppliers that currently serve the robotic picking market, 18 are based in the US. Not to mention, all 18 received a total of $1.4 billion in funding by the end of 2022 – accounting for…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.65
…now seeking integrators and partners. CoEvolution added it has worked with customers such as Siemens, Lenovo, Lotte, SF Express, DHL, Yunda, MyMRO, Ruhlamat, and Wurth. “We don’t know of another multi-fleet orchestration solutions provider with as many deployments in place,” said Long Wong, CoEvolution U.S. director. “CoEvolutionis growing fast, as more and more companies discover the huge potential to save money and resources offered by well-managed multi-vendor robot fleets.”
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.95
…leaders such as Inditex/Zara, H&M, IKEA, XXL, Falabella, and DHL. Designed for the last-mile Arti Kütt, CEO of Cleveron, said he is confident of the increasing demand for parcel lockers as a sustainable and cost-effective solution for last-mile deliveries. “Our projections show that within a decade, 80% of last-mile deliveries in Europe will be conducted via parcel lockers, which will emerge as the preferred method among end customers, Kütt said in a statement. “This approach is not only more cost-effective but also significantly more sustainable. Battery-powered parcel lockers will play a pivotal role in driving this revolution, as these can…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.51
…said large multinationals, including Toyota, Ikea, Novo Nordisk, Denso, DHL, and Schneider Electric, account for a majority of its sales. Last year, Teradyne merged Mobile Industrial Robots with AutoGuide Mobile Robots. This added high-payload AMRs to MiR's portfolio, advancing its strategy of being a trusted supplier for a full range of AMRs to global customers. “MiR has the proven products, the experience and support structure to help our customers scale; and as a part of Teradyne, we are a trusted long-term supplier for mission-critical production applications,” added Hathout. Click on image to enlarge. Source: Mobile Industrial Robots Strategy focuses on…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.67
…1 billion picks in September 2022. Earlier this month, DHL Supply Chain announced that it plans to grow its fleet of Locus robots across its facilities worldwide. Multiple mobile robots at Automate “Automate, known for its convergence of innovation, technology, and automation, provides an ideal platform to demonstrate the advanced heavy-capacity capabilities of ... award-winning AMR solutions,” said Locus Robotics. The company noted that its integrated systems can enhance manufacturing and warehouse productivity and efficiency. Locus Vector is designed for small to midsize payloads in material handling and logistics applications. Built with an industrial-strength chassis, omnidirectional mobility, and compact design,…