Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.20
…said the company. “Locus’s innovative multi-bot solution has helped DHL to consistently double our worker’s productivity all around the world,” said Adrian Kumar, global head of operations science and analytics at DHL Supply Chain. “This new robot lineup—with the different form factors all working together as a coordinated fleet—means we always assign the right robot, even as our needs change dynamically throughout the workday.” Locus will be debuting its full product line at MODEX 2022, which runs from March 28 to 31 in Atlanta. The company's booth, B8811, will feature a full lineup of industry presentations, including discussions with Locus…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.15
…24/7) featured a pilot vision-guided, pick-to-cart process at a DHL facility in March 2018. According to Laura Adams, vice president of technology, engineering, systems, and solutions at CJ Logistics, vision-guided picking might be ready to move out of the emerging technology category. CJ Logistics implemented the technology as part of a multimodal case-picking system at its new facility in Dallas. CJ Logistics is combining vision with voice in a process where associates receive location, SKU and quantity information on a vision headset from Ox Technology, and then use voice to capture lot information. “The technology has come a long way,”…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.34
…for constant work alongside human workers. One example is DHL, which keeps pace with e-commerce demands by using collaborative picking technology from Locus Robotics. The global logistics provider uses more than 500 assisted picking robots in its warehouses in the U.S., Europe, and the U.K., and it plans to increase that number this year. AI, ML, and robotics are already helping the e-commerce industry meet customer expectations for rapid and accurate order fulfillment. Vision-guided picking, fleet-management systems, and collaborative robot arms and AMRs have matured and are helping businesses be competitive. This is only the tip of the iceberg, and…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.60
…robots, the company has continued to pursue commercial applications. DHL Supply Chain last week announced that it is investing $15 million in robots from Boston Dynamics to further automate its North American warehouses. According to their multiyear agreement, the companies will start with Stretch, a robot designed for unloading in distribution centers. “At DHL Supply Chain, we are committed to continuous innovation and digital transformation to optimize the end-to-end supply chain,” said Sally Miller, CIO of DHL Supply Chain North America. “Investing in warehouse automation plays an important role in increasing operational efficiency and improving service for our customers.” DHL…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.55
…Other partnerships working on autonomous trucks include TuSimple and DHL Supply Chain, Gatik and Walmart, Aurora Innovation and Uber Freight, Embark Trucks and Texas A&M, and Locomation and Wilson Logistics. Mountain View, Calif.-based Waymo Via is also working with UPS. In addition to J.B. Hunt being Waymo's first customer for self-driving trucks, the companies plan to explore innovations in autonomous driving technology and the digital marketplace. J.B. Hunt claimed that its J.B. Hunt 360° platform is an industry leader in digital freight matching and was responsible for processing 1.2 million loads in 2020. Waymo said its technology has autonomously driven…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.68
…for customers including Lockheed Martin, CSAT Solutions, ACT Fulfillment, DHL, GXO Logistics, and Office Depot. RICOH Service Advantage to support 6RS robots 6 River Systems said its software and Chuck robots empower warehouse associates to work faster and more efficiently, improving uptime. Ricoh said it will provide expert technical and customer support through RICOH Service Advantage, whose infrastructure will enable 6 River systems to continue expanding quickly across the U.S. Ricoh's certified technicians will work alongside 6 River Systems' engineers to support Chucks, from calibration and floor mapping to routine maintenance, preventative maintenance, and retrofits. The company also provides end-user…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.68
…reduce workloads. Automated forklifts are one promising technology, and DHL Supply Chain is aiming to automate a third of its 20,000 pieces of equipment globally, according to Markus Voss, global chief information officer and chief operating officer at the company. Seegrid's Palion Lift AMR is its first autonomous lift truck. The company claimed is the only one with 3D perception accessible in the market. The Palion Lift AMR will provide 360-degree safety for “effortless” vertical movements and can be reliable for self-navigation in constantly changing industrial environments, said Seegrid. In addition, micro-fulfillment centers are another promising application, noted Adhish Luitel,…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.76
…Holdings Inc. last week said it has partnered with DHL Supply Chain to adopt, integrate, and scale TuSimple's autonomous trucking technology into DHL's global logistics operations. “Partnering with leading-edge technology companies is foundational to our digital transformation strategy, and TuSimple will play a key role in supporting our adoption of next wave transportation solutions,” said Jim Monkmeyer, president of transportation at DHL Supply Chain. “We share TuSimple's vision of utilizing efficiencies to drive a more sustainable future and have been encouraged by the results so far.” TuSimple continues global expansion Founded in 2015, TuSimple has operations in Arizona, Texas, Europe,…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.68
…America, with Amazon Air's primary U.S. Hub and the DHL Express Global Superhub. The original pilot of Ottobots at CVG started running in late 2020. The partners gathered feedback from participating passengers including details on the experience, cost, and desire to have autonomous delivery in airports. These live robot deliveries will gather additional research to further develop the program and user experience. More Ottobots roll out for the holidays at CVG Officially launched for the holiday travel season. Passengers can now order contactless delivery directly to their location in Concourse B of CVG Airport, delivered by an autonomous robot. Customers…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.76
…U.S., Canada and Europe, fulfilling millions of units each week for companies including Lockheed Martin, CSAT Solutions, ACT Fulfillment, DHL, XPO Logistics, and Office Depot.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.46
…have successfully deployed ForwardX's AMRs, including JD Logistics, SF DHL Supply Chain China, TCL Electronics, ITOCHU Logistics China, and Dongfeng Motor Corp. The company also stated that it was a core provider for the world’s first 5G-enabled AMR deployment after its award-winning project with TCL Electronics. Source: ForwardX Robotics Investors expect growth in robotics, 5G Taikang Life Insurance led ForwardX's initial Series C round, with contributions from Qualcomm Ventures and Starlight Capital. Only seven months after the closure of its $63 million Series B round, the latest funding brings ForwardX to approximately $100 million in total investment since its founding…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.36
…on the horizon. Thierry Driesens, digital transformation officer at DHL; Jeremy Bodenhamer, co-founder and co-CEO of ShipHawk and author of Adapt or Die; and Larry Emmert, vice president of operations at Legend Valve, were panelists for “The Future of Work: Human and Robot Collaboration,” a session covering the progress of technologically influenced labor. Attendees were also able to hear from Jerome Dubois, co-founder and co-CEO of 6 River Systems, and Gillian Hawkes, vice president of product at 6RS, about how the company's Chuck mobile robot and its intelligent software are improving productivity amid increased supply chain demand and pandemic-related challenges.…