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FLOW 2021 is in the books! 6 River Systems' third-annual user conference was a success with more than 30 virtual sessions spread out over two days. The event brought together over 1,300 registrants, top industry leaders, and change-makers to discuss and explore ways to help evolve the supply chain process. The sessions ranged from highlighting customer case studies as we…
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HAI Robotics today announced that it is partnering with Invar System to expand its global presence and offer its warehouse fulfillment technology in markets where Invar is more established. “The partnership will be able to offer warehouse operators a unique and innovative solution that delivers higher fulfillment volumes at lower operation costs and with better distribution efficiency,” stated Kane Luo,…
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HAI ROBOTICS, a global leader in Autonomous Case-handling Robotics (ACR) systems for warehouse fulfillment, has announced a partnership with the UK-based global logistics solutions engineering company Invar System in a bid to expand its global presence by delivering competitive service to the supply chain where Invar is well established, according to the robotics solution provider. The strategic ties with Invar…
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Locus Robotics yesterday said it has enhanced its mezzanine management capability to optimize order-picking management for multi-level mezzanines and vertical warehouses. The Wilmington, Mass.-based company said the changes are designed to increase productivity, flexibility, and maximum throughput for e-commerce order fulfillment. “With Locus Mezzanine Management, operators have optimal control over order management and worker productivity, regardless of the number of…
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Geekplus Technology Co. yesterday announced that it has partnered with global logistics provider GEODIS to deploy its robots at the Yuen Long Warehouse Distribution Centre, or YLDC, in Hong Kong. The distribution center will have an exclusive operating area for mobile robots using artificial intelligence. “Our investments in this AI-driven automation system brings substantial value to GEODIS' e-commerce and retail…
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Berkshire Grey Inc. today announced the general availability of its Robotic Shuttle Product Sortation, or RSPS, system for order fulfillment. The Bedford, Mass.-based company said RSPS supports the filling of e-commerce orders through stores and in-person shopping by automating store replenishment, allocation order processing, split-case cross docking, sortation, and packing. E-commerce sales are increasingly being fulfilled by brick-and-mortar stores, noted…
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ModalAI yesterday released two products that it said will help developers create smaller, smarter, and safer robots and drones quickly and easily. The VOXL CAM perception engine and the Seeker micro-development drone are now available online. The VOXL CAM is an all-in-one compute and perception engine, and the Seeker is the world's first drone optimized for development of both indoor…
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Approximately 2.3 million people in various industries worldwide succumb to work-related accidents or diseases annually, according to the International Labour Organization (ILO). Although safety has improved tremendously throughout the years, particularly through automation, warehouses are one work environment that sees its fair share of common mishaps – everything from slips and falls to injuries from falling objects, overexertion and repetitive…
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FORTNA said it partners with the world’s leading brands to transform omnichannel and parcel distribution operations. The former Fortna Inc., which acquired MHS Global in April 2022, said it enables companies to keep pace with digital disruption and growth objectives. It designs and delivers systems, powered by intelligent software, to optimize fast, accurate, and cost-effective order fulfillment and last-mile delivery.…
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FedEx Express yesterday announced that it is collaborating with Neolix to test an autonomous delivery vehicle in China. FedEx said it is the first time in its operations that it has partnered with a local Chinese technology company to test the use of a driverless vehicle. “FedEx Express is committed to developing and leveraging technologies that will help transform the…
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…The New York-based company runs micro-fulfillment operations for grocery and general merchandise retailers in New York, Washington D.C., and Tel Aviv. “It has never been so complex and challenging for retailers to fulfill and deliver online orders,” stated Fabric. “With these funds, Fabric has emerged as a new kind of unicorn — a 'robocorn' uniquely positioned to solve these challenges…
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ATI Industrial Automation Inc. yesterday said it has developed the ultra-thin Mini43LP Force/Torque Sensor to provide high-precision force sensing in a rugged, yet compact transducer. At less than 8 mm (0.31 in.) tall, the newest member of ATI’s force/torque sensor product family is “uniquely suited for smaller automated applications,” said the company. Apex, N.C.-based ATI claimed that it is the…
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Drone deliveries are starting to become more common, thanks to careful collaboration. Flytrex Inc. today announced the expansion of its drone delivery service to Holly Springs, N.C. The Fayetteville, N.C.-based provider said it has partnered with local authorities and restaurant chains to begin delivering food to front and back yards in the neighborhood of Forest Springs. Flytrex will bring orders…
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We’re in the midst of a busy holiday shopping season after nearly two years of elevated e-commerce demand, persistent labor and supply chain problems, and widening adoption of automation. If there was a one-size-fits-all solution to logistics challenges, it would already be in use. But after years of hype and trials, robotics suppliers now have proven systems for materials handling…
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Zebra Technologies Corp. today announced three new mobile robots and a new software package for order or batch picking. Lincolnshire, Ill.-based Zebra, which recently acquired Fetch Robotics Inc., said the new offerings will help it automate warehouse workflows. The new FlexShelf, FlexShelf Guide, and RollerTop Guide autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), along with the FetchCore software, are the first products released…
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
