Topic: Reverse Logistics

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CEVA Logistics deploys Sereact’s AI-powered dual-arm robotic systems for Zalando returns handling at sites in Germany and Poland

October 8, 2026 · Sereact’s dual-arm robotic systems entered live operations, with CEVA Logistics deploying the technology at two Zalando sites for returns handling applications.

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ISD launches OneTouchDistribution automated fulfillment system

August 10, 2025 · Integrated Systems Design (ISD) launched its OneTouchDistribution automated fulfillment system, optimized for case, split-case and pallet operations.

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PHOTOS: Berkshire Grey, Kardex demo AutoStore CarouselAI

July 9, 2025 · For one of Kardex’s customer days, robot developers and end users were invited to BG’s Innovation Center in Bedford, Mass. for a demo of AutoStore’s new CarouselAI pick cell and other systems.

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ProMat 2025: Exotec to deploy next generation of Skypod ASRS for Oxford Industries

March 19, 2025 · Oxford Industries, Inc. selected Exotec’s next generation Skypod ASRS to automate its new omnichannel, multi-brand apparel order fulfillment distribution center in Lyons, Ga.

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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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PIT’s xBridge innovation center helps Ottonomy evaluate use cases

June 20, 2024 · At Pittsburgh International Airport’s xBridge innovation center, companies test their products in real-world environments, including Ottonomy’s autonomous delivery robots.

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Robots enable more efficient reverse logistics

February 28, 2024 · This edition of the Robotics 24/7 Special Focus Issue takes aim at how robots can optimize reverse logistics processes and expedite returns for retail organizations.

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How cobots have gained a foothold in reverse logistics operations

February 21, 2024 · Cobots can play a major role in optimizing reverse logistics processes in warehouses, but organizations need to carefully identify their spots in warehouses.

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Berkshire Grey’s systems handle hard-to-sort returns

February 14, 2024 · Berkshire Grey VP and Fellow Chris Geyer discussed the unique requirements of loose-item sortation, handling poly bags, and increasing job satisfaction in reverse-logistics operations.

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SLAM Line Automation Can Optimize ‘Last 100 Feet’ of the Warehouse, Says enVista

August 9, 2023 · SLAM line automation, which includes robots for the 'scan, label, apply, and manifest' process warehouses, can yield useful data and increase productivity, according to enVista.

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Optoro and Locus Robotics Team Up to Deliver Integrated, High Volume Reverse Logistics System

March 13, 2023 · Optoro said it is integrating its data and real-time decision-making system with Locus Robotics' mobile robots to improve the e-commerce returns process and customer experience.

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Robots and AI Can Help Solve the $120B E-Commerce Returns Problem

February 18, 2022 · Berkshire Grey says its AI-enabled Reverse Logistics system can help e-commerce retailers and 3PLs accelerate the resale of returned goods by reducing the processing time by up to 25%.

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How to Manage Returns Putaway More Efficiently

February 2, 2022 · With great sales come (not so) great returns. As in, a forecasted $66.7 billion in product headed back to fulfillment operations from the 2021 holiday season according to a recent CBRE report, "Tis the Stressful Season for Holiday Gift Returns."

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Berkshire Grey Releases System Designed Specifically for Reverse Logistics

January 12, 2022 · Berkshire Grey's automated Reverse Logistics system is designed to help e-commerce retailers and 3PLs accelerate resale of returns by reducing processing time by up to 25%.

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Reverse Logistics Begins to Benefit From Automation

October 10, 2021 · The boom in e-commerce has led to a rise in returns, retailers are under increasing pressure. Automated storage, sorting, and material handling systems can help.

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Soft Robotics solves costly e-commerce reverse logistics problems

March 11, 2020 · Innovative robotics pioneer Soft Robotics (Booth 3627) has announced the first robotic solution specifically designed for the handling of product returns.

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Fetch Robotics announces integrated fulfillment solution with Zebra Technologies

March 9, 2020 · Fetch Robotics (Booth 9011), a leader in Cloud robotics, today announced a collaboration with Zebra Technologies Corporation, an innovator at the edge of the enterprise with solutions and partners that enable businesses to gain a performance edge, to optimize and automate warehouse picking processes through the integration of Fetch Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) and Zebra FulfillmentEdge software.

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