Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.85
…or big distributors, our systems can unambiguously beat our AGV [automated guided vehicle] competitors.” “Our overall goal is to have solutions from dock to dock,” said Jeff Huerta, senior vice president of sales at Vecna Robotics. “We want to do everything in between to outbound receiving, so you'll see more vertical solutions like our new counterbalanced truck.” Pandemic causes shift to RaaS “Early in 2020, everyone hit the 'pause button' for a couple of months, and we re-evaluated our business model,” Huerta told Robotics 24/7. “We were strongly in the capex [capital expenditures] model, but during periods of uncertainty, people…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.44
…Over the past 10 years, many automated guided vehicle (AGV) and AMR companies have produced disruptive technologies that get investors and technology aficianados excited. But these machines don’t do enough for actual customers. They can do some useful tasks, but they are ancillary to companies’ core operations. These robots can move autonomously, but they usually do so at speeds far below that of a forklift with a human driver for safety reasons. They show operational potential but lack compelling capability. Some in the market have told vendors that their robots don’t bring enough savings or additional revenue within a reasonable…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.63
…AMR demand The global market for automated guided vehicles (AGVs) and AMRs will experience a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of about 35%, reaching $13.2 billion by 2026, predicted Research and Markets. It said the installed base will surpass 1.5 million units in the next five years and attributed the growth to increasing e-commerce demand, labor expenses and shortages, and improvements in artificial intelligence and safety features. Research and Markets also noted that the Robotics-as-a-Service (RaaS) business model reduces upfront risks for users by moving costs from capital expenditures to operational expenditures. Similarly, Fortune Business Insights said the global market…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.38
…adding seats, doors and other parts. The technology is designed to eliminate problems with vibration of automated guided vehicles (AGVs) or conveyors and variations in the speed of the production line. To compensate for any unexpected movements or vibrations, once the car body reaches a predefined position, the Compliant Vision Guidance (CVG) camera on the robot arm scans it for consistent reference points such as door edges, taking 30 to 40 images per second to determine whether the attachment point is where it should be and whether any adjustments are necessary.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.68
…Mobile Industrial Robots (MiR) and heavy automated guided vehicle (AGV) developer AutoGuide Mobile Robots, as well as collaborative robot leader Universal Robots. Teradyne's units have deployed more than 5,000 AMRs, according to ABI. Fetch Robotics is not far behind, having developed an adaptable cloud-based system powered by NVIDIA's graphics processing unit (GPU) and a sophisticated sensor configuration, said ABI. Representing the European market, BlueBotics has deployed over 2,500 robots and acts a technology partner who automates vehicles from original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) such as Toyota. “All these companies are demonstrating unique solutions and have excelled in innovating autonomous mobile robots,”…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.15
…for many organizations, and include AR, IOT/Sensors, robotics, blockchain, AGVs, drones, AI/ML and voice recognition. The first step to creating the warehouse of the future is to answer the million-dollar question: What do your customers value most when they engage with your business to meet their needs? The answer to that question can tilt the customer to you compared to your competition, and build a long-term loyal, mutually beneficial relationship. The cost of the product and shipment are the basic sources of customer value. Beyond that, typical sources of customer value delivered by a warehouse stem from transaction-linked capabilities that…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.78
Stefan Nusser, Chief Product Officer at Fetch Robotics oversees product strategy for all Fetch robots and solutions. Stefan discusses the differences between autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), automated guided vehicles (AGVs), and automated guided carts (AGCs). He also discusses how Fetch is helping during this global pandemic. By listening to this episode, you’ll gain insights on: How AMRs have changed the game in many different industries What Fetch Robotics is doing to provide help during the global pandemic Whatsensor solutions help you make the most of your AMRs Subscribe the On Air with SICK USA wherever you get your podcasts!
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.14
…as inclusive of vehicles based on automatic guided vehicle (AGV) technology or those that use autonomous navigation. Through 2028, Interact Analysis predicts a compound annual growth rate of 64.5% for robotic lift trucks, up from a rate in the 20% to 25% range the last couple of years, according to Sharma. The relentless pressure to find further costs efficiencies, as well as a higher level of safety for automated lift trucks, are key drivers. “Like other automation areas, one of the key drivers is cost savings,” says Sharma. “A company will invest in automated trucks that do cost more upfront,…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.43
…to manual push carts, including tuggers, automatic guided vehicles (AGVs) and AMRs. While he didn’t know what was the right technology, Greenberg knew that the new facility needed automation in order to scale, and it needed to be flexible. “We wanted the flexibility of a system that could pick up and drop off a heavy cart without an operator having to be involved,” Greenberg says. And, as noted earlier, he was willing to implement a leading-edge technology, but not a bleeding edge solution. The design study lasted between 6 and 9 months. The task was to present multiple, alternative designs.…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.17
…partners with Rocla to offer Rocla’s automatic guided vehicle (AGV) solutions to the Americas. These vehicles can autonomously lift loads. Unicarriers also has a partnership with Vecna Robotics, a provider of autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), though which Unicarriers manufactures and promotes their pallet jacks running Vecna’s Pivotal automation software. Ultimately, it depends on customer needs as to what type of driverless lift trucks and applications will bring the most value, Markison says, but eliminating longer haul, repetitive moves, is a top consideration. “With autonomous vehicles, you take some of the pressure off your traditional vehicles and their operators, allowing them…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.57
…forks, pallets, bay, or the products. Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) often are used to collect dollies, but there may be challenges with approaching and positioning accurately under the dolly. The process could be slow or prone to error, especially if relying on work instructions, marks on the floor, or point-by-point navigation. To help with these challenges, SICK’s Visionary-T 3D streaming camera and new SensorApps can help. What is the Visionary-T? The Visionary-T takes a snapshot of the surrounding space. Each shot provides data on distance, intensity, and confidence values, which allows it to properly detect obstacles. AGVs and automatic mobile…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.43
…to manual push carts, including tuggers, automatic guided vehicles (AGVs) and AMRs. While he didn’t know what was the right technology, Greenberg knew that the new facility needed automation in order to scale, and it needed to be flexible. “We wanted the flexibility of a system that could pick up and drop off a heavy cart without an operator having to be involved,” Greenberg says. And, as noted earlier, he was willing to implement a leading-edge technology, but not a bleeding edge solution. The design study lasted between 6 and 9 months. The task was to present multiple, alternative designs.…