Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.00
…the wearer to tighten it. Another is recommendations for ergonomics. We have all this data about how much strain is put on the left leg, for example, and it can notify workers and supervisors. We want to take advantage of onboard computers but not distract workers too much. How much customization is necessary for an individual user? Steller: We've seen active powered and passive systems. Both have the mechanical limtation that it's hard to fit all sizes and body types comfortably. It's super-subjective. Height and weight don't say how users move and how they compensate for different strain or pain.…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.99
…FORTNA OptiSweep significantly reduces these labor requirements and provides ergonomic improvements, according to the company. It eliminates the need for workers to bend and reach into bags to move items and substantially cuts the distance and time spent walking in the warehouse. “Labor challenges are ubiquitous across supply chains, and this post-sorting process is a prime example, marked by frequent over- or understaffing,” stated Rob McKeel, CEO, FORTNA. “OptiSweep exhibits how FORTNA is merging robotic proficiency with unmatched design and implementation capabilities to effectively address issues related to labor dependency, variable throughput demands, capacity constraints and more.” OptiSweep integrates with…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.96
…study, published in the journal IISE Transactions on Occupational Ergonomics and Human Factors, found that watching videos of a soft robot working with a person at picking and placing tasks lowered the viewers’ safety concerns and feelings of job insecurity. This was true even when the soft robot was shown working in close proximity to the person. This finding shows soft robots hold a potential psychological advantage over rigid robots made of metal or other hard materials. “Prior research has generally found that the closer you are to a rigid robot, the more negative your reactions are, but we didn’t…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.95
…tooling.” The patent-pending MC-50 has an intuitive design and ergonomic lever operation to enable fast changes of robotic end-of-arm tooling (EOAT) by hand, said the company. It also includes a safety latch button on the lever to provide secondary locking for increased safety and prevention of involuntary uncoupling, ATI noted. MC-50 designed for compatibility, endurance The MC-50 is designed for safe, diverse use cases. Source: ATI Industrial Automation The compact Tool Changer is intended to be robust and supports application payloads up to 25 kg (55.1 lb.) on collaborative robots, added ATI. The MC-50 can also support payloads up to…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.86
ProGlove, a leader in ergonomic wearable technology for industry, was selected among hundreds of candidates as one of the World Economic Forum’s “Technology Pioneers.” The World Economic Forum’s Technology Pioneers are early to growth-stage companies from around the world that are involved in the design, development and deployment of new technologies and innovations, and are poised to have a significant impact on business and society. Technology Pioneers community is an integral part of the larger Global Innovators community of start-ups at the World Economic Forum. Following its selection as Technology Pioneer, ProGlove CEO Andreas Koenig will be invited to participate…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.85
…can double or triple productivity, with less labor and ergonomic strain than traditional piece-handling systems. Sessions to discuss RaaS, flexibility Locus Robotics said its Logistics Summit sessions will highlight how its AMRs and robotics-as-a-service (RaaS) model can optimize efficiency during peak periods and beyond. The company's experts will also demonstrate how its robots can work with warehouse staffers to improve productivity, consistency, and throughput. Mischa Pick, business development manager at Locus, will present in the session entitled “Scalable, Flexible, Future-Proof—The Advantages of Robots-as-a-Service for Your Intralogistics.” He will describe how the company's RaaS model enables automation deployment without major upfront…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.81
…relieve humans from more lifting tasks, leading to improved ergonomics and working conditions. With overexertion and repetitive motion accounting for an estimated 24% and 8% of workplace injuries respectively in the U.S. alone, this provides significant relief to human workers. “Humans are not designed to lift heavy goods repeatedly, but our cobots handle these tasks with ease,” said Povlsen. “By taking over unergonomic activities, UR cobots boost productivity, improve product quality, and help businesses rethink how to best use the creative and problem-solving abilities of their workforce –all while keeping people safe.” Robotiq is one of numerous UR+ partners developing…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.80
…3.4 miles per hour, AFORMIC said the robot offers ergonomic and efficient handling of complex logistics processes. AFORMIC’s robots are implemented using process simulation to test and optimize their behavior in virtual environments. AFORMIC’s AMRs can move materials and products around a factory floor, adapting to changing production needs and minimizing human intervention. “Customization applies to both the software system and the mobile robots from the AFORMIC AMRs family, as well as other devices and equipment that are part of the vehicle’s setup,” added Meyer. “We can indeed integrate our solution with the entire factory and warehouse environment, including MES/WMS…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.79
…use artificial intelligence to cut costs and improve workplace ergonomics. “We are thrilled to bring Locus's transformative warehouse automation solutions to Italy and Poland as we continue expanding our European footprint,” said Rick Faulk, CEO of Locus Robotics, in a release. “Our AI-powered robotics solutions allow customers in these countries to optimize productivity, efficiency, and accuracy in their facilities, boosting output 2-3X while lowering labor costs by 50% or more,” he asserted. “As the pressure grows on supply chains, our intelligent robots enable companies to cost-effectively scale and stay competitive. We enable the future of smart warehouses.” Locus expands in…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.65
…technology awards, the company said it can increase order fulfillment; lower operational costs; and improve workplace quality, safety, and ergonomics for workers. Supporting more than 100 of the world’s top brands and deployed at over 250 sites around the world, Locus Robotics said it enables retailers, third-party logistics providers (3PLs), and specialty warehouses to efficiently meet and exceed the increasingly complex and demanding requirements of today’s fulfillment environments.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.63
…operating and labor costs. LocusBots optimize worker productivity in the order-fulfillment process by decreasing walking time and improving worker ergonomics and workplace quality, said the partners. “As the supply chain and logistics industry has rapidly transformed, we have developed an accelerated digitization program, which aims to identify, nurture and deploy innovative technology solutions at scale,” said Tim Dolcich, director of engineering at DHL Supply Chain. “Locus has been a trusted partner in providing solutions that challenge how we do business and improve customer outcomes.”
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.51
…as well as for reasons of worker safety, including ergonomic concerns and highly repetitive and mundane actions. Parrott: In addition to the labor issue, technology has advanced to the point that incorporating robots in semi-structured and unstructured environments is now possible through the use of advanced vision solutions, motion planners and gripping techniques. Previously, they were constrained to fixed environments. Modern: The Robotics Group is a new industry group for MHI. How did it come about? Knott: This has been a two-plus-year effort. We wanted to create a group of OEMs, integrators and technology providers that would advocate for best…