newsElement Logic UK appoints managing director
Element Logic, the world’s first and largest AutoStore distributor, has appointed Scott Torrington as managing director of its UK operations.
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productHumanoid robot to deploy to warehouse
GXO LOGISTICS has signed a multi-year deal with Agility Robotics, creator of the bipedal Mobile Manipulation Robot (MMR) Digit, to deploy Digit in GXO’s logistics operations.
productSustainable logistics centre for Quooker
THE MANUFACTURER, inventor of the world’s first boiling water tap, is building an automated logistics centre in Nieuw Reijerwaard, Netherlands.
newsMobile robot trends show shifting requirements
Once the major driver of AMR growth, the Kiva-inspired shelf-to-person robot is seeing revenue growth slow, with global revenues rising by “only” 12% in 2023. Interact Analysis says it is forecast to be one of the weakest segments for mobile robots in 2024.
productWincanton deploys pioneering VersaTile automation
The modular automation solution has been installed at the 3PL’s Northampton shared user facility to tackle high-volume e-Fulfilment for customers.
articleModular pack bench an alternative to bespoke solutions
Southgate Global, a leader in the supply of packaging equipment, consumables and servicing in operational logistics and fulfilment, responds to growing demand for warehouse equipment to meet operational needs without the bespoke price tag.
articleBITO renews LEO AGV
The firm has introduced a new generation of its LEO AGV, which combines a new chassis with productivity enhancing technology.
productHumanoid robot proof-of-concept launched
GXO Logistics and robot manufacturer Apptronik will partner to develop the Apollo humanoid in a warehouse environment.
productMaking sense of picking strategies and technologies
Distribution centres of all sizes have been impacted by the rapid growth of eCommerce and shift to smaller order sizes.
productStretch hood seeks to boost security
BEUMER HAS launched a patented stretch hood in a bid to prevent tampering, damage or other impacts during storage and transportation.
productHome Bargains implements robots for handling roll cages
THE DISCOUNT retailer has implemented a large-scale automated marshalling solution from Lowpad at its Amesbury distribution centre.
newsOnline pharmacy invests in AI and robotics
Apotea has announced it will automate its new logistics centre in Varberg, Sweden in collaboration with RightHand Robotics and SSI Schaefer.
productSportswear brand invests in drone and AI driven inventory management
The Swiss retailer On is collaborating with robots and AI firm Verity with the aim of enhancing supply chain efficiency and precision.
productYusen collaborates with Dexory
Yusen Logistics has implemented a global visibility platform, DexoryView from Dexory.
newsInvar supports Tomorrow’s Warehouse 2024
Businesses looking to transform operational performance in the warehouse should not be limited in their choices.
articleTurning warehousing and order picking on its head
Dematic solutions integrating AutoStore are scalable, compact and efficient.
productCreating clockwork productivity: How AZ Pneumatica achieved 80% efficiency with automation and robots
Forget manual labour and misplaced parts! AZ Pneumatica, a leading Italian manufacturer of pneumatic valves and cylinders, has undergone a robotic revolution. This transformation, achieved through a two-phase collaboration with Kardex, boasts an impressive 80% increase in picking speed and a near-elimination of picking errors (a 90% reduction).
articleBMW automates warehouse for spare parts delivery
Inther Group has provided conveyor systems, automated small parts warehousing with shuttles, and ergonomically tailored order-picking stations to drive faster delivery of spare parts with enhanced quality and dependability.
newsAutoStore strengthens leadership team
PARTH JOSHI has joined as chief product officer while Carlos Fernandez moves to chief solutions officer.
productRenault invests in Skypod robots from Exotec
The new-generation logistics facility in Villeroy, France is 100% automated, with the Skypod robots helping the car manufacturer pick items at height, while eliminating the risk of operators falling.
