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Everything runs faster at Boscov’s DC in Reading, Pa., now that its conveyor and sortation systems have been replaced and revamped with new hardware, controls and software. Combine this complete automation overhaul with a new order processing area that eliminates the need to store some goods in trailers in the yard, and the outcome is a step-change improvement in order…
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Plus One Robotics, a provider of AI machine vision software and solutions for robotic parcel handling, recently announced the launch of InductOne - a dual-arm automated parcel induction solution designed to optimize parcel singulation and induction in high-volume fulfillment and distribution centers. The company shared more details about its new technology during its launch event at Automate 2024. The trade…
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…from meals to grocery store micro-fulfillment systems. Health care from pharmaceuticals to sundries and devices also now use pick-to-light platforms, adds McCabe. Then there’s the matter of some large, fixed position storage systems teamed up with AMRs. Dematic is talking about a bin-to-picker AMR solution, says Heath. Think automated storage and retrieval system 〈AS/RS〉 bays with shelves. Instead of a…
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Zebra Technologies a digital solution provider enabling businesses to intelligently connect data, assets and people, announced new offerings to further enable manufacturers to boost visibility, optimize quality and augment the workforce to operate as a connected factory. Zebra will highlight its expanded portfolio of industrial automation offerings at Automate 2024, Booth #1407. Labor challenges, shortages behind operations concerns Manufacturers today…
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It might be considered a monstrous understatement to say that the freight transportation landscape has become pretty complex over the last few of years. Fluctuating rates, capacity constraints, the persistent labor shortage, Yellow’s bankruptcy and about a dozen other domestic and global events have all pushed transportation and logistics optimization further out of reach for many companies. In the meantime,…
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Sneaker and Sportswear Retailer’s New Mezzanine and Ground Floor Feature ResinDek Robotic Flooring To support organic growth and expansion via acquisition, a global retailer of sneakers and streetwear sought to increase throughput and optimize order fulfillment efficiency in its existing Philadelphia distribution center (DC). The operation, which supports both e-commerce and retail replenishment, has employee shifts nearly around the clock…
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Whirring machinery and humming conveyor belts are no longer the only mechanical sounds heard throughout the modern warehouse or DC operation, where the rise of robotics is transforming the industry and helping companies improve efficiency, accuracy and productivity. And because automatic guided vehicles (AGVs), articulated robots and collaborative robots (cobots) work tirelessly—in some cases even around the clock—they’re also helping…
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In talking to experts for this article, it became evident that simply saying “special purpose robots” can be a tongue twister. At the same time, it also became evident that the capabilities of this class of autonomous mobile robots is a mind twister, too. (By the way, I’m sure you have by now tested yourself on your verbal dexterity saying—special…
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Bob Trebilcock Title: Outgoing executive editor, Modern Materials Handling Location: Chicago Experience: Covered materials handling, technology, logistics, and supply chain topics for nearly 40 years. Modern: The vendors and the systems you write about have changed a lot these past 25 years. Is it just vendor names, or is there a fundamentally different technology stack out there today? Trebilcock: On…
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Siemens, Universal Robots (UR), and Zivid have joined forces to create a smart, 3D-vision enabled robotic picking solution that taps the capabilities of each company. According to the partners, the solution is capable of a picking a wide variety of SKU items to help solve order picking challenges. The partners explained the solution is composed of these key technologies: Siemens'…
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Tompkins Solutions, a supply chain consulting and material handling integration firm, recently announced a strategic partnership with Softeon, a global provider of supply chain software. The companies said their collaboration will provide warehouse execution systems (WES), warehouse control systems (WCS), and warehouse management systems (WMS) to help organizations improve order fulfillment and overcome operational challenges. “We’re excited to join forces…
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Geekplus, in expansion of its partnership with Hy-Tek Intralogistics, completed the installation of a Shelf-to-Person system for a rural lifestyle retailer with stores in 49 states. By using the Geekplus Goods-to-Person system, the retailer compressed its entire e-commerce storage and picking operation by 45%, freeing up space for future expansion, according to the companies. Expanded offerings for the companies Hy-Tek…
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Liberty Robotics, a Michigan-based supplier of 3D volumetric vision guidance systems for robot applications, recently announced the official launch of its flagship suite of robotic palletizing and depalletizing offerings, VPick and VPack. The robots use AI vision systems to enhance warehouse efficiency and reliability, according to Liberty Robotics, formerly known as Liberty Reach until early 2024. VPick for picking options…
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Full-service automation provider Honeywell Intelligrated recently announced partnerships with Berkshire Grey and Tompkins Robotics. Honeywell will provide software, and cybersecurity, and integration knowledge, including its Momentum Warehouse Execution Software (WES), to the companies. Honeywell also recently announced a partnership with HAI Robotics to integrate Momentum WES into its automated storage and retrieval systems (AS/RS). Intelligent fulfillment for Berkshire Grey picking…
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Cypher Robotics announced at MODEX 2024 in Atlanta a new offering for efficient and accurate cycle counting and industrial scanning, the Captis autonomous ground vehicle (AGV). The company also revealed partnerships with AI-driven organization GreyOrange, technology company Ericsson and Canadian retailer Indro Robotics. From air and ground in the warehouse Cypher calls its offering ‘The Future of Warehouse Robotics’ because…
From geometry preparation to AI-assisted analysis, integrated CFD workflows…
Software-based GripperAI manages mixed picking through basic geometry
Safety, communication and motion control components enable smooth operation
North America’s largest robotics and automation event winds down
