Topic: Lift Trucks

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Logistics Robots Have Arrived, Finds 2022 Robotics Survey

May 8, 2022 · Logistics automation and warehouse robotics continue to spread apace, found a Peerless Research Group survey around MODEX 2022. It examined areas of interest and barriers to adoption.

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Toyota Material Handling Partners With Cornell Engineering on Forklift Learning Studio

May 6, 2022 · Toyota Material Handling is working with Cornell University's Sibley School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering to bridge the gap between theory and commercial application, starting with forklifts.

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Automation Dawns on a New Day for Warehouses and Distribution Centers

May 3, 2022 · Automation is rising to help fulfillment centers meet the challenges of labor shortages, supply chain disruptions, and accelerated customer expectations, but be aware of integration challenges.

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R15.08 Safety Standard Is Designed to Help Robotics Users and Integrators, Says Melonee Wise

May 1, 2022 · The R15.08 standard defines how mobile robots can be used safely in specified operating environments, explains the VP of robotics and automation at Zebra Technologies.

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VisionNav Raises Series C+ Funding for Driverless Industrial Vehicles

April 29, 2022 · VisionNav said it plans to use its latest funding for R&D, optimizing its autonomous lift trucks' performance, and conducting large-scale deployments for global customers.

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Gideon Launches Trey Autonomous Forklift for Trailer Loading and Unloading

April 22, 2022 · Gideon said its Trey autonomous forklift can safely and consistently load and unload pallets from truck trailers. Koch Disruptive Technologies and DB Schenker welcomed the new robot.

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VisionNav Showcases Unmanned Truck Loading and Unloading System at SFAW 2022

April 8, 2022 · VisionNav Robotics began its global road show for its truck loading and unloading robots in Seoul a week after demonstrating autonomous lift trucks at MODEX 2022.

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6 Robotics Experts Reflect on MODEX 2022

April 8, 2022 · MODEX 2022 was one of the first big in-person trade shows in a long time. Exhibitors, speakers, and attendees discuss their favorite robots, new trends, and more.

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10 Materials Handling Robotics Takeaways From MODEX 2022

April 7, 2022 · MODEX 2022 was not only the first big trade show since the pandemic struck, but it was also a chance to see and discuss many different robots for supply chain applications.

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5 Things to Consider Before Creating an Automated Vehicle System

April 5, 2022 · Manufacturers of industrial vehicles should consider offering their customers automated vehicles. Systems such as forklifts or tow tractors could open a new revenue stream.

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Vecna Robotics Partners With Forklift Company Big Joe on New Pallet Jack

March 29, 2022 · Vecna Robotics and Big Joe Forklifts are working together on a new robot aimed for warehouses and manufacturing facilities.

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Seegrid Begins Taking Pre-Orders for Palion Lift Truck AMR

March 28, 2022 · Seegrid's new autonomous mobile robot was officially unveiled at MODEX 2022, and the company said initial shipments will start next month.

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10 Companies Riding the Mobile Robot Wave

March 26, 2022 · Autonomous mobile robots, or AMRs, are fast becoming more common in warehouses and manufacturing facilitates. Here is a look at some of the most interesting players in the space.

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Honeywell Collaborates With OTTO Motors to Improve Facility Safety, Productivity

March 25, 2022 · Honeywell said it's working with OTTO Motors to add mobile robots to other warehouse automation, improving speed, accuracy, and safety. They will both be at MODEX 2022.

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OTTO Motors Launches OTTO Lifter Autonomous Forklift, to Demo at MODEX 2022

March 25, 2022 · OTTO Motors says its OTTO Lifter can navigate dynamic environments, improve safety, and autonomously handle pallets. It will show the lift truck alongside its mobile robots at MODEX.

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HAI Robotics Will Exhibit Autonomous-Case Handling Robots at MODEX 2022

March 24, 2022 · HAI Robotics plans to show its HAIPICK robots and HAIPORT-powered workstations at MODEX 2022.

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CJ Logistics Integrates Autonomous Systems With SVT Robotics

March 20, 2022 · CJ Logistics, a third-party logistics provider, wanted to tie mobile robots, autonomous lift trucks, and other systems together to improve productivity. It found a cloud-based integration platform.

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RIT Researchers Work to Make Mobile Robots for Warehouses Smarter

March 15, 2022 · RIT faculty and researchers are developing ways for autonomous mobile robots to move more intelligently around warehouses. They have worked with The Raymond Corp. and Simcona Electronics Corp.

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Warehouse and Distribution Center Managers Ready to Invest in Automation, Finds Survey

March 7, 2022 · Warehouse and distribution center managers are feeling the pressure of e-commerce growth, labor shortages, and international supply chain snarls. They're ramping up spending on robots and retraining.

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CoreAVI Offers Safe Robotics Designs With Newly Ratified Vulkan SC API

March 2, 2022 · CoreAVI says its VkCore SC, which is based on the new Vulkan Safety-Critical open application programming interface, will help robot and vehicle developers build on embedded safety.

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