Solution in use in France measures and cuts boxes to fit item properly, eliminating excess packaging
Warehouse workers and supervisors worry about automation’s potential to replace jobs, but they show optimism when it comes to boosting productivity.
The DHL unit is the first commercial customer of Boston Dynamics’ Stretch robots.
Warehouse robotics firm Exotec has raised $335 million in funding as it looks to deploy more of its solutions in fulfillment operations.
Ricoh USA will provide technical and customer support for warehouse fulfillment robotics made by 6 River Systems.
Berkshire Grey’s revenue was up 750% year-over-year, but it still missed on analyst expectations, more than tripled its net loss and more than doubled its adjusted-EBITDA loss.
Berkshire Grey continues a string of product releases with the robotic shuttle product sortation system for e-commerce retailers.
Pitney Bowes plans to hire thousands of seasonal employees for holiday peak season, with many being offered the opportunity to remain with the company following the holidays.
Zebra Technologies adds three autonomous robots and a fulfillment software package for operations that require order-picking accuracy.
Warehouse operators that wished their employees were a bit taller can now turn to robotics firm Geek+, which has introduced a 26-foot-tall robot for picking operations.
