Topic: Supply Chain

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Will 2020 Be Forever Known as the Summer of Piece-Picking?

October 5, 2020 · With the increase in e-commerce orders, now be the time piece-picking robotics come into their own.

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ABB enhances portfolio of high-speed industrial robots with Codian acquisition

October 2, 2020 · ABB has added Codian Robotics' delta robots for high-precision, pick-and-place operations to its portfolio.

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Q&A: Rick MacDonald, DHL Supply Chain, President, Retail Sector, North America

September 30, 2020 · Logistics Management Group News Editor Jeff Berman recently spoke with Rick MacDonald, DHL Supply Chain, President, Retail Sector, North America, about varous topics, including the COVID-19 pandemic, final mile logistics, and Peak Season, among others.

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Easy Steps to Ensure Social Distancing at Your Facility

September 29, 2020 · As many distribution centers have ramped up production and operations with the increasing demand, ensuring the safety of workers is critical.

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Startup News: Warehouse robotics vendor Exotec raises $90 million to support international expansion

September 29, 2020 · Developer of the "SkyPod" 3D warehouse robotic system expanding in North America, including via partnerships with integrators AHS, S&H Systems, and Conveyco.

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On Air with SICK USA: Why is SICK Excited About Robotics?

September 28, 2020 · In this episode of SICK, Inc.'s podcast, On Air with SICK USA, two SICK experts provide insights on mobile robots and industrial vehicles in the market and SICK's role in the world of mobile robots.

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Automating Dolly Positioning and Pallet Pocket Detection Tasks in Distribution Centers

September 28, 2020 · SensorApps to allow for smooth automated flexibility of mobile robots in the warehouse.

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Startup News: SVT Robotics introduces new robotic software platform

September 25, 2020 · The technology helps companies speedily deploy industrial robots

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Materialise and Ditto Team Up to Advance Digital Technologies for Eyewear

September 22, 2020 · The digital manufacturing technology makes it possible to shift from inventory-focused production to a more customer-centric approach.

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Varner AS: Building the world’s best warehouse

September 16, 2020 · That was the goal of Scandinavian retailer Varner. The result is a most highly automated, omni-channel retail distribution center that is also flexible, cost-effective, ergonomic and sustainable.

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Autonomous Vehicles Take VR Test Drive

September 15, 2020 · Automakers explore augmented and virtual reality in vehicle development and to enhance the driving experience.

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Accelerate Automotive Design via 3D Printing

September 15, 2020 · Additive manufacturing is playing a key role in revamping automotive design workflows.

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Autonomous Vehicle Design: An Exercise in Complexity

September 15, 2020 · Vendors find new ways to build up toolkits for AV construction and simulation.

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NorthShore Care Supply Optimizes Processes With AMRs and Carts

September 14, 2020 · Autonomous mobile robots bring a new level of productivity to the handling of bulky cartons.

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NorthShore’s New Application for Autonomous Mobile Robots

September 11, 2020 · NorthShore Care Supply is using AMRs to automate pick-to-cart processes, while still using the cart.

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MRO: Planning for peak demand season

September 9, 2020 · There’s no time quite like peak, regardless of how long it lasts. Upfront maintenance planning is essential to making it through with as little downtime as possible. And so is ownership of the challenge by your tech teams to keep all equipment—from lift trucks to automated systems—humming when the orders never seem to stop.

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MRO: Rethinking warehouse equipment maintenance

September 8, 2020 · Your life at home and the office is highly digital already. Maintenance is rapidly getting to the same point. It starts with training and extends all the way to well-maintained equipment. Don’t miss the turn.

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Pick-to-light’s evolution

September 4, 2020 · As e-commerce and the resulting need to process many small orders has grown, so have pick-to-light systems. However, the technology has evolved in multiple ways to become easier to deploy for different workflows. Trends include wireless display modules, lights that illuminate an entire compartment and mobile carts with lights.

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Will robotics reshape lift truck leasing?

September 2, 2020 · The robotics-as-a-service model for automated lift trucks could emerge over time, but for now, leasing remains a popular option.

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Amazon’s Drone Delivery Hits Milestone with Federal Aviation Administration Clearance

August 31, 2020 · Retail behemoth Amazon.com took a big leap toward delivering goods from the sky by becoming one of only a handful of companies certified by the U.S. government to operate as a drone airline.

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