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Seeing is Believing: All of the Sights at MHI's ProMat
When you think Chicago, do you think robotics? If you visited MHI's ProMat, you might. From Bastian's C18 automated forklifts to AutoStore's Bins, technology took the stage to show off all of the incredible strides being made in every facet of logistics.
Warehousing
GreyMatter Aligns with Gartner's Supply Chain Predictions for 2023
Warehousing
Induction System and Multi-Function Sorter
Warehousing
Fully Autonomous Forklift for GMA and Euro Pallets
Warehousing
Big Joe, Thoro.ai Release Autonomous Pallet Mover
Warehousing
Seegrid Expands AMR Capabilities
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Sourcing & Procurement
Pros to Know: Leaders of the Pack in Diversity, Innovation and Technology
This year’s Pros to Know winners are leading the pack in terms of innovation, enhancement and providing problem-solving solutions to the supply chain.
Transportation
2023 Pros to Know: Candor Expedite’s Nicole Glenn Brings Honesty to the Transportation Space
Nicole Glenn, founder and CEO of Candor Expedite Inc., was named the overall winner of Supply & Demand Chain Executive’s 2023 Pros to Know award.
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Professionalize Your Indirect Supply Chain Management
Wesco’s indirect purchasing and inventory management programs help optimize your MRO tail spend while decreasing your supply chain related costs.
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Warehousing
Fleet Management, Business Intelligence Platform
Ambi Robotics introduces AmbiAccess, a fleet management and business intelligence platform.
Warehousing
TruckBot Automatically Unloads Trailers and Shipping Containers
This autonomous robot can unload up to 1,000 cases per hour and will be showcased at ProMat 2023.
Warehousing
The First Human-Centric Robot is Here
Abiligity Robotics has announced the launch of Digit, the first human-centric robot.
Material Handling Equipment
Live From ProMat: Touching the Future of Supply Chain
Swing by booth N9820 to say hello, grab some print copies and some cool swag and learn more about all our upcoming initiatives, including SCN Summit, Women in Supply Chain Forum, Women in Supply Chain award and more.
Material Handling Equipment
Automated Guided Vehicle High-Rack Stacker
The new Jungheinrich EKX 516ka / 516a Automated High-Rack Stacker is a versatile solution for high-density storage and very narrow aisle operations.
Material Handling Equipment
Autonomous Mobile Picking Robot for Order Fulfillment
Brightpick Autopicker is the only warehouse robot capable of both picking and consolidating orders in the aisles.
Sponsored
Professionalize Your Indirect Supply Chain Management
Wesco’s indirect purchasing and inventory management programs help optimize your MRO tail spend while decreasing your supply chain related costs.
Automation
Counter Mobile Robot Makes Debut at ProMat
It features the latest intelligent AMR software and natural navigation technology, and can operate autonomously in its operational environment, including in larger fleets and in interaction with manual traffic.
Automation
Product Showroom Offers Visitors a Look at the Future of Robotics
Whether in person or remotely via multiple live-streaming cameras, decision makers can see robots from different vendors working together in the real world.
Robotics
Global Logistics Robotics Market to Exceed $22M by 2033
Retail and e-commerce are likely to account for 22.5% of revenue share by obtaining a valuation of $1,601.0 million in 2023.
Material Handling Equipment
Barcoding Acquires FRED Automation
With this acquisition, Barcoding will target both manufacturing facilities and warehouses that have repeatable material handling processes for FRED and Freddie AGVs.
Worker Safety
3 Technology Innovations Driving Warehouse Safety in 2023 and Beyond
Here’s how three specific technology innovations can bring a new level of risk mitigation to the warehouse in 2023.
Automation
Warehouse Automation: What to Expect in 2023
Industry experts expect to see an increase in adoption over the next 5 years, driven by several trends, including an ongoing labor shortage, a more integrated warehouse and the introduction of better and more affordable solutions.
Automation
Important Considerations When Approaching Warehouse AS/RS Investments
The key to meeting demand, sustaining growth and future-proofing warehouse and distribution center operations lies in fully embracing automation, which frequently involves implementing automatic storage and retrieval systems (AS/RS).
Automation
Warehouse Automation: To Adapt or Adopt? That is the Question.
For operations that already have automated systems in place and are planning to scale or optimize their processes, there’s a key question: Adapt your current systems or adopt new technologies?
Robotics
Industrial Cobot for Non-Robotics Specialists
The SWIFTI CRB 1300 is said to be up to five times more precise than any cobot in its class, making it ideal for tasks requiring consistent accuracy and repeatability.
Material Handling Equipment
AS/RS: The Era of Shuttles is Here
To fully optimize space and efficiently process order throughput, retailers are increasingly adopting automated storage and retrieval systems (AS/RS).
Warehousing
Advancements in Voice Picking Maximize the Value of Wearables
Now and well into the future, warehouses need to invest in the right blend of automation to operate with fewer people.
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Professionalize Your Indirect Supply Chain Management
Wesco’s indirect purchasing and inventory management programs help optimize your MRO tail spend while decreasing your supply chain related costs.
AI/AR
AI for Warehouse Management: Getting Ahead of Supply Chain Challenges
Now is the time for retailers to invest in predictive AI that allows them to reap major benefits across the omnichannel supply chain, quickly and correctly executing the movement of goods.
Automation
From Goods-to-Persons Systems to Goods-to-Robots Solutions
Bastian Solutions SmartPick combines advanced artificial intelligence, powerful machine vision, dynamic end of arm tooling, a six-axis robot and seamless software integration to turn a GTP system into a highly efficient GTR.
Retention
Generation Gap Leading Cause of Labor Shortage in Warehouses
Over half (51%) of executives believe implementing automation will increase employee satisfaction, and 43% believe it will lead to a decrease in employee turnover, while 85% currently using robotics are planning to increase their investment.
Material Handling Equipment
Automated Shuttle System to Optimize Micro-Fulfillment Services
Medius is designed for businesses that want to increase storage density or establish an automation operation capable of rapid delivery that is scalable and modular.
Robotics
Warehouse Robotics: Creating an Efficient Supply Chain and Logistics for E-Commerce
An efficient supply chain management is the key to the smooth functioning of an e-commerce business. The modern trend of delivering the goods and services in the shortest time possible has significantly increased the burden on the supply chain system.
Robotics
Best Co-Worker Ever: Partnering People With Technology for the Warehouse of the Future
This case study dives into how Carhartt partnered with DHL Supply Chain to keep up with a quick consumer demand increase and drive speed to market.
Robotics
Robots Aren't Replacing Workers Despite Labor Shortage
Over 55% of manufacturers report having 10 or more robots in their facilities, with nearly one in three (32%) saying they have 30 or more.
Warehousing
Frontline Workers Gravitate Towards Better Technology
New research shows that warehouse workers will go where the modern and tech-focused equipment is, even if it makes a pay cut, as long as it helps them do their job better.
Robotics
Industrial Cobot Transforms Packaging, Palletizing Process
The UR20 cobot features an entirely new joint design that will allow for even faster cycle times as well as the ability to handle heavier loads.
Material Handling Equipment
Geek+, Reesink Logistic Solutions Partnership Expands AMR Presence in Northern Europe
The partnership will help both companies provide automated mobile robots to Northern Europe, with a focus on the Netherlands, Germany, and Poland.
Automation
Aurobindo Pharma Increases Throughput with ASRS as Hub of Integrated Distribution Network
With annual growth routinely surpassing double digits per year, even Aurobindo Pharma's advanced operation required further automation investments to meet current and future demands.