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News, trends, products and productivity solutions that showcase the latest in robotics equipment, systems and process for warehouses and distributions centers.


BlueBotics demonstrates the possibilities for AGV/AMR interoperability
BlueBotics (Booth N6715) will open new possibilities for advanced fleet management and interoperability during a multi-brand AGV/AMR fleet demonstration.

Tompkins Robotics expands its portfolio of robotic solutions
Tompkins Robotics (Booth N7140) is expanding its robotic solution offerings and introducing its new PickPal, pick assist (PA) autonomous mobile robot (AMR) and the Induction Lift, multi-level sortation robot, at ProMat.

ResGreen showcases its industry-changing mobile robots
ResGreen (Booth S4971) is exhibiting its BotWay open-architecture software in ProGlove’s booth at ProMat 2023.

AGILOX adds intelligent dolly mover to fleet of AMRs
AGILOX (Booth N731) is adding an autonomous dolly mover to its range autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) controlled by its proprietary X-Swarm intelligence.

Robotic applications at ProMat 2023
Sure, you’ll see hordes of robots at ProMat 2023, but what are they doing for operations in terms of high-value applications, and how do they integrate to help material flow? To find out, we asked a few exhibitors about the top warehouse robotic apps and trends.

OTTO Motors launches mid-sized autonomous mobile robot
At a press conference on Tuesday, OTTO Motors (Booth N7537) unveiled its newest autonomous mobile robot (AMR), OTTO 600.

ForwardX Robotics releases fully autonomous forklift for GMA, Euro pallets
ForwardX Robotics (Booth N7352), a global autonomous mobile robot (AMR) and warehouse solutions provider, introduces its latest autonomous forklift: Apex C1500-L.

VERSES partners with SVT Robotics to expand application of AI in industrial environments
SVT’s integration with VERSES’ network operating system, KOSM, is expected to accelerate deployments of AI powered robots into warehouses and distribution centers.

Swedish online pharmacy Apotea integrates piece-picking solution with AutoStore
In a project considered to be a first, Element Logic, AutoStore, RightHand Robotics, and Apotea blend robotic cube storage with robotic piece picking to be able to deliver approximately 50,000 orders per day.

North America sees record robot sales in 2022
Association for Advancing Automation stats show 44,196 robots ordered in 2022, up 11% over 2021; records result from resurgence in sales from automotive companies looking to boost EV production

Radial stays ahead of the automation curve
In one of its Louisville fulfillment centers, Radial has combined conventional automation for picking with a robotic putwall for order assembly. The goal: demonstrate leadership in automation to improve productivity.

DHL Supply Chain achieves first commercial deployment of Boston Dynamics’ Stretch robot
The successful deployment of Stretch comes just one year after DHL Supply Chain announced its $15 million investment in robotics solutions from Boston Dynamics.

Automation provider stow Robotics and cooling vendor Phononic partner on cold-chain fulfillment
Combining stow Robotics’ automation expertise with Phononic’s active cooling technology, the two companies are collaborating to design, develop and scale solutions for cold chain fulfillment in North America and Europe.

Berkshire Grey and Locus Robotics partner to achieve cross-platform robotic automation
Integrated solutions target full-scale automation with minimal fixed infrastructure, enabling customers to maximize throughput, scale effectively, and optimize labor efficiencies.

Universal Robots predicts 2023 automation trends helping manufacturers meet New Year goals
The collaborative robot pioneer names January as “National Cobot Awareness Month,” spearheading new products and initiatives prompting manufacturers to address hiring woes and production challenges.

Dexterity hires COO to accelerate warehouse robot deployments in 2023
Ana Pinczuk named Chief Operating Officer for Dexterity, which offers intelligent robotics solutions under what it calls a "full task" approach.

Oceaneering launches new mobile robots at Modex
Oceaneering International (Booth B9408) has completely revamped its autonomous mobile robots (AMR) product portfolio and announced the North American launch of three new mobile robots.

SpaceGuard launches robotic automation guarding solution
SpaceGuard Products (Booth B6629) launched a new guarding solution for robotic automation systems, dubbed RageWire, on Monday at a booth press conference.

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Geek+ and Bosch Rexroth announce extended partnership
The companies have jointly released a Geek+ MP1000R mobile robot integrating Bosch Rexroth’s laser localization software capability, ROKIT Locator


May 2024 Modern Materials Handling

A complete modernization of the sortation and conveyance at Boscov’s DC, along with updated software and a new order processing area, have transformed the ability of the department store chain’s DC to move more cartons in less time, while permitting more frequent replenishment shipment for stores.
 


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