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Warehouse robotics CEO: ‘I don’t think there is a ceiling’

Warehouse mobile robot moves crate along floor

Robotics have been around for a long time, but in the warehouse space they are just beginning to make a noticeable impact.

Amazon’s (NASDAQ: AMZN) acquisition of Kiva Systems for $775 million in 2012 really triggered a robotic arms race that is finally accelerating.

“Prior to that, a lot of people were a bit gun-shy about robotics … but that was a proof point on robotics,” said Melonee Wise, vice president of robotics automation for Zebra Technologies.

Wise brings a historical perspective on...

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Modern Shipper Top 10: Warehouse automation and fulfillment

Modern Shipper launched in February with a mission of highlighting the ever-growing last mile of the supply chain. Throughout the year, we learned a lot, and our readers helped inform us of plenty more.

Looking back on the year that was, there were plenty of stories that resonated with our readers — from drones to automation, from gig workers to last-mile delivery providers. Of course, we can’t forget e-commerce, which is rapidly changing the supply chain and everything and everybody that...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/modern-shipper-top-10-warehouse-automation-and-fulfillment

Zebra adds to fulfillment stripes with Fetch Robotics AMRs, workflows

This summer, Zebra Technologies acquired Fetch Robotics for $290 million in cash. The idea was that Fetch’s robotics and automation systems would help Zebra accelerate its enterprise asset intelligence product development.

On Thursday, a batch of those offerings – three autonomous mobile robots (AMR) and a fulfillment software platform – were announced. Zebra (NASDAQ: ZBRA) introduced its FlexShelf, FlexShelf Guide, and RollerTop Guide products as well as a FetchCore fulfillment software...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/zebra-adds-to-fulfillment-stripes-with-fetch-robotics-amrs-workflows

Lucas Systems, Fetch offer model for human-robot warehouse collaboration

Warehouse automation is the key to meeting the increasingly stringent demands placed on shippers, but simply adding automation may not be enough. Fully automated warehouses may have some restrictions when it comes to flexibility and the ability to adjust on the fly. That’s why many robotics companies and warehouse software platforms are developing solutions to allow robots and humans to coexist.

Lucas Systems, which makes voice and warehouse optimization software for fulfillment and distribution...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/lucas-systems-fetch-offer-model-for-human-robot-warehouse-collaboration

Fetch and Körber rolling out integrated case pick-to-pallet solution

Fetch Robotics, Korber integrated case picking solution

It’s a tough time to be a warehouse operator. Many must contend with a dwindling labor supply while taking on skyrocketing demand brought about by the rise of e-commerce, making it tricky to capitalize on the influx of orders. But what if, rather than relying on the limited supply of skilled warehouse workers, an operator could eliminate the need for new hires entirely?

Fetch Robotics announced Wednesday a partnership with supply chain solution provider Körber to unveil a scalable case...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/fetch-and-korber-rolling-out-integrated-case-pick-to-pallet-solution

Zebra Technologies to acquire warehouse automation firm Fetch Robotics

Zebra Technologies, which provides everything from mobile computers and printers to data capture and machine learning systems and even temperature monitoring and sensing technologies, is adding warehouse robotics to its portfolio.

The Illinois-based global company will acquire Fetch Robotics, an on-demand warehouse automation provider, for $290 million in cash. Zebra (NASDAQ: ZBRA) already owns 5% of Fetch. The transaction is subject to closing conditions and regulatory approval and is expected...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/zebra-technologies-to-acquire-warehouse-automation-firm-fetch-robotics

Who runs the FreightTech world? Girls – WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

How two female leaders are revolutionizing e-commerce

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The world of transportation is heavily male-dominated, but that hasn’t stopped women from breaking into the industry and...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/who-runs-the-freight-tech-world-girls-what-the-truck

Warehouse automation: What’s in store for 2021

Among the select group of people who had a banner year in 2020 are founders of warehouse robotics startups, who saw venture capital investment in warehouse automation shoot up more than 50%. 

The money flow coincided with a massive surge in e-commerce orders and a shift toward smaller batch items (people ordering one pair of socks or a six-pack of baby formula).

These trends are sending manufacturers and brands on a frantic hunt for ways to bring down the costs associated with warehouse tasks —...

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Mobile robots feed warehouse demand for adaptability

GreyOrange warehouse robots
  • The pandemic and e-commerce demand are driving adoption of autonomous warehouse solutions
  • “The ability to flex up and flex down depending on what is really happening in the real world is going to be the wave of the future.”

The pandemic and seemingly unstoppable e-commerce surge is accelerating robotic takeover of the warehouse space, as brands seize on flexible automated solutions to address a variety of marketplace challenges.

“You can’t meet the demands of modern commerce with systems that...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/mobile-robots-feed-warehouse-demand-for-adaptability

March of the COVID-fighting robots

Breezy One coronavirus

An army of disinfecting robots has been enlisted in the fight against the coronavirus, as companies seek fast, safe and effective ways of cleaning and sanitizing workplaces and other public spaces. 

One of the latest entrants is from Fetch Robotics, a cloud robotics and on-demand automation firm. The company partnered with Build with Robots (BWR), a developer of industrial robots, and the city of Albuquerque, New Mexico, to release the Breezy One, a disinfecting autonomous mobile robot. 

The...

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