Locus Robotics reached the three billion picks milestone just 33 weeks after it recorded its two billionth pick.
Top 10 mobile robotics stories of March 2024
From events like MODEX and GTC to new products, software upgrades, and big deployments, there was no shortage of robot news to cover in March 2024.
PepsiCo deploys Dematic ASRS for its Thailand production and logistics facility
Dematic worked closely with PepsiCo to develop an automation system to address its storage, throughput capacity, and productivity needs.
Vanderlande and RightHand discuss robot demand, RightPick 4 at MODEX
Vanderlande is integrating RightHand Robotics’ RightPick 4 for customers including apparel companies to meet picking demand.
Mujin demonstrates new Robotic Case Picking system alongside TruckBot
Mujin says its new system tackles the case pick workflow within the order-fulfillment process, usually a highly manual process.
LG CLOi CarryBot for warehouse use makes U.S. debut at MODEX
LG said it designed these robots to intelligently navigate complex floor plans to move and deliver payloads in customizable configurations.
Learn about the impact of generative AI on robotics at the Robotics Summit & Expo
Researchers are already using generative AI to make robots faster learners, and an expert panel will discuss how the technology can be applied at scale.
Skechers deploys case-handling robots at new warehouse
HaiPick system covers 139,705 square feet and is operated by 69 autonomous case-handling mobile robots integrated with Manhattan Associates’ WMS.
Kodiak shares insights into its partnership with Ryder
Daniel Goff, the director of external affairs at Kodiak Robotics, gave some insights about the self-driving truck company’s partnership with Ryder.
Harbor Lockers teams up with Ottonomy for last-mile delivery
Ottonomy’s Ottobot Locker will run on Harbor Locker’s app ecosystem, bringing a new, mobile dimension to fixed smart lockers.
Top 10 mobile robotic stories of January 2024
The mobile robot industry started 2024 with funding announcements, big deployments, lay offs, and product releases.
AutoStore ASRS helps Helly Hansen maximize space, efficiency
Helly Hansen turned to SDI Element Logic to find an automation solution that could help it maximize its warehouse space and efficiency.
ASKUL deploys the largest Geek+ PopPick installation in Japan
ASKUL plans to use more than 318 Geek+ robots once the PopPick Shelf-to-Person system is finished being installed.
Hy-Tek Intralogistics to offer K.Hartwall automation for logistics customers
The companies plan to combine Hy-Tek Intralogistics’ enterprise logistics platform with K.Hartwall’s A-MATE system.
Locus robots picked 331M units during the holiday shopping season
Locus Robotics’ autonomous mobile robots picked nearly 7 million average daily units during peak shopping season.
OTTO Motors offers tips on scaling from your AMR pilot
OTTO Motors recently held a webinar called “Beyond the Pilot: 5 Principles for Growing your AMR Footprint.”
Rightbot raises $6.2M from Amazon, other investors for unstructured unloading
Rightbot has obtained funding to scale operations and continue developing robots to unload trucks, trailers, and containers.
Neya Systems demonstrates ability to use ATAK to control a UGV
Neya Systems demonstrated the use of Android Tactical Assault Kit to control an uncrewed ground vehicle.
Top 10 mobile robotics stories of November 2023
In November, we saw companies announce huge deployments and the Mobile Robot Guide launched its Automated Warehouse report.
Ocado to provide automated fulfillment technology for McKesson Canada
The deal brings Ocado Group’s automated warehouse fulfillment technology outside of the grocery retail sector.
End users must understand what robots can actually do to benefit, say Vecna execs
Vecna Robotics, a developer of AMRs, recently hosted a webinar in its Material Handling Automation Mythbusters series.
Yujin AMRs improve delivery processes for cutting tools manufacturer
A cutting tools manufacturer implemented two Yujin GoCarts in one of its facilities to streamline its delivery process.
DHL Supply Chain to expand use of AutoStore robotics at warehouses worldwide
DHL is already involved in nine operational AutoStore warehouse projects, and the companies said they have four more in the planning stage.
Geek+ and Kerry TJ Logistics automate logistics center for New Balance
For this new logistics center, the companies deployed Geek+’s Shelf-to-Person system, which equips warehouses with advanced capabilities.
Neya Systems to develop cybersecurity standard for AGVs
Neya Systems says the development effort will focus on enhancing the protection, mitigation, recovery, and adaptability of AGVs.