Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.00
October 02, 2023
…Co. last week said that it has collaborated with DHL Supply Chain to deploy assisted picking systems in a flagship warehouse that provides daily replenishment for about 600 chain coffee shops in a single city. “By leveraging our solution, the DHL warehouse has empowered itself with the steadfast ability to expand in capacity and elasticity, a formidable force prepared to conquer the challenges of a rapidly expanding business,” stated ForwardX Robotics. Founded in 2016, ForwardX said it has more than 250 employees from leading universities and enterprises around the world. The Beijing-based company has over 350 patents and has developed…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.48
September 22, 2023
…its robots have delivered close to 1,500 packages for DHL Express Estonia since they began their partnership in the summer of 2022. The partners reported that customers have welcomed the service, and they plan to expand their collaboration. “Initially, there was a lot of uncertainty because neither our nor DHL's global team had previously tested such a solution,” stated Kristina Laaneots, managing director of DHL Express Estonia. “However, over the past year, our extensive collaboration has proven that this technology has great potential.” DHL Express is part of Deutsche Post DHL Group, which generated revenues of more than €81 billion…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.66
September 21, 2023
…at Schneider Electric Sally Miller, chief information officer of DHL Supply Chain Sami Naffakh, chief supply officer of Reckitt Elliott Rodgers, chief operating officer of Foot Locker The Manifest Vegas 2024 plenary speakers. Click to enlarge. Source: Manifest Industry luminaries to discuss challenges, solutions These prominent industry leaders will delve into vital topics, ranging from supply chain orchestration to the incorporation of cutting-edge technology, said Manifest. They will also discuss how to foster strategic partnerships and expedite the advancement of diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives within supply chain organizations. “We are thrilled to return as headline sponsors for the Manifest…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.36
August 22, 2023
…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
August 15, 2023
…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
August 10, 2023
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
August 08, 2023
…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
July 18, 2023
…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
July 13, 2023
…(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
July 10, 2023
…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
July 02, 2023
…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…
