Topic: AGVs

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Sonair unveils world’s first safety-certified 3D ultrasonic sensor for human-robot collaboration

July 2, 2026 · Sonair announced that its ADAR One sensor secured SIL 2 and PL d safety ratings, enabling safe operations through human and object detection.

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Automate 2026: AMRs, cobots, humanoids, orchestration platforms, software systems & more

May 20, 2026 · Discover over 30 manufacturing and warehouse robots and software systems, including AMRs, cobots, simulation platforms and more, at Automate 2026.

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MODEX 2026: Q&A with MHI CEO John Paxton

March 13, 2026 · MHI CEO John Paxton discussed MODEX 2026 and what attendees can expect for innovations in the supply chain, logistics, warehouse and materials handling space.

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Automatic guided vehicles (AGVs) address pain points

November 4, 2024 · Automatic guided vehicles are creating a safer and more efficient warehouse while also helping to fill the industry’s ever-growing gap in manual labor.

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Robotics gets it covered for Ship8 Inc.

October 3, 2024 · Multiple robotic systems combine for omnichannel efficiencies at 3PL operation that fulfills home goods to consumers and some of the biggest players in retailing.

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60 Seconds with Scott Samples, Robot Wrangler at GE Appliances

October 2, 2024 · We sat down with Robot Wrangler of GE Appliances to discuss his thoughts on automation

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Learn How Power-in-Motion Can Revolutionize Robotics for 24/7 Operations

September 3, 2024 · This webcast explains how CaPow's Genesis system uses continuous, wireless power to eliminate robotic downtime, boost efficiency, and enhance operational performance in automated solutions.

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Autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) offer modern solution to challenges of traditional farming

May 2, 2024 · Farming technology start-up Hippo Harvest is using AMRs to make greenhouse farming as accessible and productive as outdoor farming.

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Is an automatic guided vehicle (AGV) in your future?

November 7, 2023 · Could well be true if you’re looking to reduce labor and improve workflow in inventory movement activities. But AGVs are not alone here as AMRs are pushing to make their mark.

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Robotics as a service (RaaS) catching fire

October 9, 2023 · Not only do some autonomous mobile robot suppliers see robotics-as-a-service (RaaS) as their go-to way of providing solutions, the model is starting to catch on for other, larger forms of robotic systems with more fixed infrastructure.

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Autonomous Lift Trucks Emerge

August 1, 2023 · From labor shortages to demand for ever-improved operational flexibility, this typically ignored class of trucks offers a chance to rethink your processes and even how you approach materials handling.

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Flexible automation at Carhartt

May 15, 2023 · In an Ohio facility, the apparel brand and its 3PL partner are working with AMRs to process as many as 110,000 units in a day.

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Materials handling robot basics

May 11, 2023 · Are you ready? It’s time. Here’s a very short course on what robots can do and why you need to consider them to be part of your materials handling mix going forward. Warehouse Robotics Basics. Learn about the basics of robotics in the warehouse and distribution center.

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Scaling mobile robotic fleets for success

January 5, 2023 · AMR deployments have been gaining ground to address labor availability issues. Fleets often start small in pilots and add robots over time, but how do you get to a better system? Success factors include proper solution scoping, RaaS options, integration platforms, and may involve software to orchestrate multiple AMR fleets.

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AMRs, AGVs, & VGVs A Side-by-Side Comparison

May 24, 2021 · See what they are, how each works, and why the industry has moved on from AGVs & VGVs automation to fully autonomous, high-capacity AMR equipment.

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Automotive builds a new path

April 13, 2021 · Transportation of parts and assemblies in auto plants is taking on a new look with its increasing use of guided vehicles and carts as well as autonomous mobile robots. In a word, it’s all about flexibility.

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GECOM Corp’s next-generation automatic guided vehicles (AGV)

October 14, 2020 · A leading auto parts manufacturer turned to AGVs using next-generation navigation and control technologies to automate lineside delivery and pickup. The result: A 73% reduction in materials handling resources and a two-year ROI.

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Locus Robotics launches new hardware and software suite with omnichannel support

April 10, 2019 · Innovation Award nominee now supports all aspects of fulfillment for retail, wholesale, and e-commerce channels.

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Robotics Materials Handling: The Future is Closer Than You Think

March 26, 2018 · Robotics are being applied at a rapid rate inside warehouse, DC and fulfillment operations around the U.S.—and it may already be happening at yours.

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RoboUniverse conference and expo makes west coast debut

December 9, 2015 · Conference includes a track devoted to the use of robotics in manufacturing and logistics.

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Automate 2026: Forklifts, physical AI, vision systems and more from day three in Chicago
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