Topic: Fulfillment

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Exotec launches next generation of Skypod robot-based AS/RS

February 6, 2025 · Exotec’s newest Skypod system supports both each and case picking while integrating value-added functions such as integrated buffer, perfect sequencing and pick-and-pack.

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Brightpick releases Giraffe robot with 20-foot (6-meter) reach for the warehouse

February 4, 2025 · Brightpick released the Giraffe robot, a warehouse automation offering with a 20-foot (6-meter) reach that will work alongside Autopicker.

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Locus Robotics, The Quality Group partner for fulfillment deployment in Germany

January 31, 2025 · Locus Robotics and The Quality Group announced a partnership that will see TQG deploy LocusOne mobile robots at a new fulfillment center in Germany.

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Zebra Connect Fulfillment cobots pick up productivity

January 30, 2025 · Expanding its Symmetry Fulfillment platform, Zebra Technologies’ Connect Fulfillment cobots use a cart-based system coupled with wearable technologies to reduce underutilization.

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Zebra Technologies adds cart-based AMR to Symmetry Fulfillment

January 30, 2025 · Zebra’s cart-based Connect Fulfillment cobot integrate with Symmetry Fulfillment and wearable pick assist technology to help improve person-to-goods picking efficiency.

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Report: Global mobile robot market slows due to macro-economic factors

January 28, 2025 · Interact Analysis reports the global mobile robot market will slow because of external political and economic factors, but mobile robot shipments will continue growing.

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Symbotic to provide integrated supply chain robots for Walmart

January 22, 2025 · Symbotic will acquire Walmart's Advanced Systems and Robotics business in Q2 of 2025. Walmart will also fund Symbotic to automate 400 accelerated pickup and delivery systems.

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GreyOrange deploys gStore retail SaaS store execution platform nationwide at PetSmart

January 10, 2025 · GreyOrange deployed its gStore retail SaaS store execution platform at PetSmart stores nationwide. PetSmart hopes to enhance operational efficiency in its omnichannel order fulfillment.

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Robot trends 2024: Humanoids, AI pique interest across robotics industries

December 18, 2024 · Robot trends in 2024 focused heavily on humanoids, artificial intelligence (AI), collaborative robots (cobots) and robotic deployments across industries.

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Exotec presents one million containers daily across the globe

December 15, 2024 · With over 135 customer deployment sites globally, Exotec’s Skypod AS/RS robots for goods-to-person picking are now presenting more than one million containers daily across the globe.

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Locus Robotics picks 10 million units at GEODIS U.S. facility

December 7, 2024 · LocusBots serving GEODIS’ Carlisle, Pa. omnichannel consumer electronics order fulfillment center have surpassed 10 million units picked, helping improve ergonomics and safety.

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AutoStore, Bastian Solutions expands automated fulfillment partnership with PUMA

November 28, 2024 · AutoStore and Bastian Solutions expanded their automated fulfillment partnership with global sports brand PUMA in November, opening a new distribution center in Phoenix, Ariz.

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Brightpick raises $12 million to accelerate AI robot rollout in United States

November 26, 2024 · Brightpick announced it has raised another $12 million in funding, bringing the company’s total to $47 million, and will further accelerate deployment of its Autopicker AI robot.

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Amazon Prime Air drones take flight in Phoenix, Ariz.

November 8, 2024 · Amazon Prime Air’s MK30 drones have received FAA approval to fly beyond pilots’ visual line of sight, allowing same-day deliveries under five pounds from the Tolleson, Ariz. site.

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Tompkins Robotics develops modular, scalable sortation systems

October 16, 2024 · Mike Futch and Bill Pelzar of Tompkins Robotics explain the tSort family of robots, including the tSort3D, tSortLift, and new tSortPost, and Transcend orchestration platform.

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Amazon Robotics begins construction of fulfillment center in Niagara County, N.Y.

October 3, 2024 · Amazon Robotics began construction on a new fulfillment center in Niagara, N.Y., expecting to bring 1,000 jobs to Niagara County as Amazon continues growing in the state.

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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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Softeon named Magic Quadrant Visionary by Gartner

July 20, 2024 · Softeon’s WMS was recognized for the second year in a row by Gartner, and the company has been named a Magic Quadrant Visionary for the 13th consecutive time.

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Agility Robotics, GXO sign multi-year humanoid deployment agreement

June 27, 2024 · Building off a pilot with SPANX in December, GXO and Agility will continue RaaS commercial deployment of Digit mobile manipulation humanoids, integrating with cobot AMRs.

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AutoStore opens new U.S. headquarters in New Hampshire

June 20, 2024 · AutoStore said its new U.S. headquarters in Salem, N.H. will bring over 100 jobs to greater Boston. The facility includes its AutoStore Academy and Experience Center.

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