Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.27
…in the US, the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) estimates that about 70% of forklift accidents could be prevented, especially through improved driver training. Over a manual forklift’s typical operational lifespan, there is a 90% chance that it will be involved in an incident causing serious injury or death. This means that every forklift in the United States has a 10% chance of being involved in a serious incident this year. In Germany, over 30,000 work accidents involving forklifts and pallet trucks were reported in 2016. The majority of these incidents were due to user error. By contrast, with…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 10.17
…fully compliant with U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards and local regulations, but ACR can also be deployed within six weeks upon delivery of the robots, said HAI Robotics. It said it has had 100% success, with 300 successful deployments to date. The company also boasted that HAIPICK ACR has a 99.9% accuracy, can improve throughput by 300%, and optimizes real estate utilization. Existing sites have been running for three years with annual asset maintenance, HAI Robotics said. HAI Robotics said it is easy to scale from a few robots to hundreds of robots, providing flexibility. The company…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.45
…as well as full compliance with local regulations and OSHA standards, are just a few of the reasons that we have been able to provide rapid deployment and a 100% project success rate in more than 300 deployments worldwide,” said Brian Zheng, U.S. general manager at HAI Robotics. Founded in 2016, HAI Robotics serves customers in more than 30 countries and regions. The company said it applies robotics and artificial intelligence for efficient, flexible, and customized warehouse automation. HAI Robotics has raised a total more than $200 million in Series C and D rounds this year, and it recently won…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 26.89
…governing their safety. Here’s a closer look at how OSHA views robotic safety and how organizations can stay compliant. OSHA lacks robot-specific guidance Despite how long robots have been in the workplace, OSHA doesn’t have any specific standards for robotics. This lack of guidance may seem strange, but it’s likely due to a lack of need. While industrial robots are prominent, serious robotic-related incidents are relatively rare. There are only 45 cases of robot-related accidents in the agency’s records, which date back to 1984. Without a substantial record proving their danger, there’s little need to implement specific standards over these…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.67
…the process is to improve worker safety. “According to OSHA [the Occupational Safety and Health Administration], if you have 15 forklifts, you'll have one injury per year,” said Nusser. “Each one costs $150,000 for the operator. Fetch's Freight1500 AMR has 360-degree sensor coverage and can move forward and backward. It reduces the problematic model of forklifts mixing with people.” Zone-based picking Fetch and Körber said their new system enables zone-based picking, which keeps employees in aisles and enhances picking across numerous orders. This workflow uses pick-path optimization functionality in the Körber WMS and can be deployed via RF scanners, voice…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.83
…following capabilities: Operator access control Electronic pre-shift checklists for OSHA compliance Impact sensing Fleet utilization and productivity data Automated reporting and alert notifications for battery monitoring Business IQ analytics Speed monitoring Load monitoring Localization and tracking via Wi-Fi Text messaging Option available on all Mitsubishi vehicles PowerFleet will be available as a factory-installed option on all Mitsubishi forklift trucks, Cat lift trucks, and Jungheinrich warehouse products, said Mitsubishi Logisnext Americas. “PowerFleet’s telematic solutions set the industry’s standard by monitoring safe operation, increasing material handling productivity, reducing costs, and ensuring equipment is in the proper place at the right time,” said…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.91
…mistake.” “Another key differentiator is that we digitize mandatory OSHA [Occupational Safety and Health Administration] processes and can prevent accidents without requiring badges that cost $7 million and are then thrown away,” Agarwal said. “We capture paper-based processes and send data to the cloud via cellular.” Why does SIERA.AI rely on such connections to the cloud? “Wi-Fi is a pain for any AGV [automated guided vehicle] company, and we wanted our system to be independent of the IT-managed network,” Agarwal replied. “It's a bolt-on, so it requires no complex IT integration, and the system can also work in offline mode.…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.39
…pull multiple orders much faster.” “I don't see how OSHA would sign off on this, since it isn't operating where no human might get in,” Prather added, referring to safety and productivity concerns. “You have to plan for the human element. You can always tell the newbies coming out of colleges that want to get into the industry. We like your enthusiasm, but you still have to be grounded in reality.” Augmenting human capabilities as the goal for automation “We're seeing success with companies such as 6 River Systems, Locus Robotics, and Plus One Robotics that are looking at humans…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.52
…employees learn how to operate and service cranes within OSHA standards, using a highly repeatable and consistent training process. “Alabama is leading the way in harnessing the potential of technology to unlock economic opportunity for citizens across the state,” says Bharani Rajakumar, founder and CEO of TRANSFR. “This is about expanding access to complex and high-stakes training to fulfill the state’s workforce development goals and fulfill growing demand from major manufacturers like HPT.” Hyundai Power Transformers and the State of Alabama are leaders within a fast-growing community of states, community colleges, and employers including Lockheed Martin, that are now leveraging…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.03
…also for their existing facilities.” Fending for itself With OSHA reporting that about 25% of all warehouse injuries occurring on the loading dock, worker safety is an ongoing concern for all DC and fulfillment center operators. With new challenges like social distancing, contactless transactions and outbreak-related health issues added to the list, those safety concerns exacerbated further in 2020. Mike Pilgrim, president at Systems LLC, says end-to-end dock management systems help companies rest easier, knowing that this area of their operations is as safe as it is productive. These systems incorporate vehicle restraints, dock levelers, dock doors, lights and other…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.85
…yet know whether those claims will be governed by OSHA and worker compensation or the courts. 'Get back to work, and good luck' If there is light at the end of the tunnel, it’s that some potential solutions are coming to market from materials handling technology providers. Make no mistake: This is an emerging area, and there’s no guarantee any of these solutions will create the bullet-proof, safe operating environment we will all strive for. Nor is this a comprehensive list: New emails are showing up in our inbox daily. However, the following companies are developing solutions for factories and…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.04
…Attendees will walk through real-world risk assessments, learn about OSHA enforcement, and delve into the latest advancements in safety technologies. The virtual IRSC will also feature the first deep-dive into R15.08, the new safety standard for industrial mobile robots. Autonomous Mobile Robot Conference Autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) are changing the automation landscape across industries, from manufacturing and warehousing to retail and medical. They even clean the floors. At the AMR Conference, October 26-27, attendees will learn how to deploy AMRs in dynamic environments across multiple sectors while getting a full briefing on the new industrial mobile robot safety standard. AI…