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Amazon's Vulcan robot uses force sensing to stow items

1 week ago | automatedwarehouseonline.com | Mike Oitzman

Amazon is opening new automation opportunities by deploying its first robots that leverage force and touch sensing to improve material handling tasks. One of the classic applications for robots at Amazon warehouses is centered around the “goods to person” (G2P) solution with the Kiva robots. The Kiva mobile robots present movable shelves, stocked with inventory, to a stationary human picker. The human associate picks a specific item for a specific customer order and singulates it for shipment.
Top 10 autonomous warehouse developments of April 2025

1 week ago | automatedwarehouseonline.com | Brianna Wessling

April 2025 was an interesting month for the automated warehouse industry, and our readers were drawn to analysis of the impact of recent tariffs. Stories about new features and exciting deployments also drew your attention. Here are the 10 most popular articles on this site from the past month. Subscribe to the Automated Warehouse Newsletter to stay updated and have the news delivered straight to your inbox.
Element Logic acquires ABCO Systems for American expansion

2 weeks ago | automatedwarehouseonline.com | Eugene Demaitre

Two leading integrators of warehouse automation are joining forces: Element Logic today announced its acquisition of ABCO Systems LLC. Element Logic, which claimed to be the world’s largest AutoStore integrator, said the deal marks a milestone in its expansion in the Americas. “We are thrilled to welcome ABCO Systems into the Element Logic family,” stated Krish Nathan, CEO of the Americas at Element Logic.
Learn how advanced motion control can benefit warehouse automation

3 weeks ago | automatedwarehouseonline.com | Eugene Demaitre

Supply chains around the globe face challenges including geopolitical and economic uncertainty, persistent labor shortages, and expectations of rapid and affordable order fulfillment. Automation promises to help, but robotics developers and suppliers must to work closely with warehouse operators to address their needs. At the Robotics Summit & Expo next week, GAM Enterprises Inc. will share report findings on current warehouse trends and its experiences in the motion control market.
Locus Robotics passes 5B picks as warehouse automation adoption accelerates

3 weeks ago | automatedwarehouseonline.com | Eugene Demaitre

Locus Robotics Corp. today celebrated its latest milestone, announcing that it has surpassed 5 billion units picked with its autonomous mobile robots, or AMRs, across its global customer deployments. The company said it achieved this record just 24 weeks after reaching its 4 billionth pick in October 2024.
Robust.AI expands Carter robot capabilities, adds investors

3 weeks ago | automatedwarehouseonline.com | Eugene Demaitre

Robust.AI today announced upgrades to its flagship Carter robotic cart, new funding, and positive results from its partnership with DHL Supply Chain. “We believe robots should empower people, not replace them,” stated Anthony Jules, co-founder and CEO of Robust.AI. “Carter is designed to be intuitive and responsive, enabling effortless human interaction.
Navigating the new automated warehouse

3 weeks ago | automatedwarehouseonline.com | Stephanie Neil

Warehouse automation is beginning to reshape logistics and supply chain operations by bringing significant benefits, including speed, efficiency, and reduced labor dependency. These capabilities will only increase with the proliferation of robotics and artificial intelligence in these facilities. However, many organizations still face serious hurdles when acquiring, integrating, operating, and maintaining automated systems.
Theisen's stores roll out Simbe Tally robots

3 weeks ago | automatedwarehouseonline.com | Mike Oitzman

Theisen’s Home•Farm•Auto offers a wide range of products, including farm and ranch supplies, pet food, home improvement essentials, and outdoor gear. Simbe Robotics Inc. this week said that its Tally inventory robots are now deployed at the retailer’ regional stores in Dubuque, Iowa; Dyersville, Iowa; and Jefferson, Wis. The deployment marks Theisen’s first phase in adopting cutting-edge technology to deliver a better experience to customers and associates alike, said Simbe.
Hyster releases pedestrian awareness camera for lift trucks

1 month ago | automatedwarehouseonline.com | Eugene Demaitre

Hyster Co. today expanded its Hyster Reaction lineup of operator-assist technologies with its pedestrian-awareness camera. The company said the system can accurately identify pedestrians at ranges up to 16 ft. (4.8 m) through a 110-degree field of view. It provides automatic alerts to the lift truck operator when a pedestrian is detected.
Gatik autonomous trucks get safety validation from TUV SUD

1 month ago | automatedwarehouseonline.com | Eugene Demaitre

Gatik AI Inc. intends to set the industry benchmark for autonomous truck safety. The company today announcing that it has received independent validation for the Safety Case Evaluation and Functional Safety phases of its Safety Assessment Framework from TÜV SÜD. Gatik claimed that this third-party audit was the first of its kind and that it marks a significant milestone toward commercialization of self-driving freight operations.