Automation

A century-old company embraced automation and robotics in its transformation from a provider of postal meters to an operator of e-commerce parcel sortation centers for the Post Office.

A new facility near Chicago uses robotic induction and sortation to speed parcels from receiving to shipping.

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As more companies invest in warehouse automation, the ones that select and design their pallets early in the game are coming out winners.

AI and vision technology are making robotic depalletizing and palletizing solutions more flexible, but master data on SKUs still needs attention, and palletizing needs proper buffering and sequencing of cases to optimize the pallet build.

There’s a lot going on out there. So, we did some hunting around and came up with five startups with novel approaches to materials handling and the supply chain. They include two packaging innovations, drones for monitoring inventory, a new approach to safety and a 3D printing platform that focuses on minimalism in the supply chain.

Listen in as Crystal Parrott, chair of The Robotics Group at MHI, discusses the state of warehouse robotics and MMH’s annual robotics survey, Executive editor Bob Trebilcock hosts.

McCormick Place in Chicago will host next year’s event May 6-9, 2024, and the show will be back in Detroit May 12-15, 2025.

This AutoStore e-book provides an overview of the technology, configuration options and key experiences of AutoStore users.

Download our e-book to learn the four critical elements warehouse and DC operators need as part of their strategic plan to capture and retain the warehouse workforce of the future.

An iconic American brand is partnering with DHL Supply Chain to build out a network to meet soaring demand. It's also turning to flexible automation to optimize operations.

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.

Our new Intralogistics Robotics Study proves just how vital robotics and automation are becoming to warehouses and DCs of all sizes­—and across all industries.

The latest robotics software trend is platforms that specialize in orchestrating interactions between different robotic systems and other “agents.” This multi-agent orchestration niche involves multiple players with varied approaches—but they all promise to smooth handoffs and speed up automation onboarding.

Modern's editor sat down with Kevin Barker, President of A3 Motion Control and Motors Technology Strategy Board to discuss warehouse automation. Warehouse automation and integration interview with Kevin Barker of A3 Motion Control