Intralogistics is a sector that is ever-evolving. As consumer habits change, so do the requirements for warehouses and distribution centres. Success hinges on a brand’s ability to quickly respond to market trends and sector regulations. Many customers now expect next-day delivery, online retail, and a flawless omnichannel experience. To satisfy these expectations, many brands are opting for newer warehouse equipment. Technology has been the most defining factor in solving fulfilment challenges. Automated storage and retrieval systems were introduced in the 1960s to streamline inventory managem ..read more

The automation of hand scanning processes increases productivity at inbound and outbound areas of logistics hubs dramatically. Now, a milestone upgrade to SICK’s Lector65x image-based code reader family has made it quicker and easier to set up and use the technology in high-volume operations. Hand-held barcode readers are still widely used to ensure the traceability of goods and packages, for example in retail, warehousing and parcel sorting operations. However, this process not only takes time, but picking and putting down the hand scanner while handling the object risks repetitive stress and ..read more

RightHand Robotics, a leader in autonomous AI robotic picking solutions for order fulfilment, announces a multi-year agreement with Staples Inc., America’s leader in workspace products and solutions. The agreement allows Staples to deploy and install the company’s RightPick item-handling system to automate operations for higher service levels and Next-Day Delivery to over 98% of the U.S. Managing an industry-leading distribution and fulfilment network with various levels of AI and automation, Staples has long been an innovator in the U.S. market. “We have always valued automation, and we see i ..read more

Leading packaging manufacturer, Loadhog is launching the Autotote 64, a container designed specifically to meet the challenges of intralogistics automation. Recognising the worldwide trend towards automated storage and distribution – and, in particular, the rapid growth in mobile automation – as businesses seek to future-proof their supply chains, Loadhog is expanding its automation range with the launch of a brand-new tote. Designed for automation The patented Autotote 64 has been engineered to run smoothly and quietly on automated systems, while maintaining a high level of strength and durab ..read more

Wincanton, a leading supply chain partner for UK business, has agreed to acquire Invar Group Limited (Invar), a UK-based specialist in warehouse execution software, automation and controls. Founded in 2005, Invar is a private company specialising in the integration of automated warehouse solutions powered by its proprietary software, the Invar Warehousing Software (IWS). IWS is an intuitive, configurable, and scalable software suite which intelligently orchestrates warehouse activity and enables the smooth integration of wider warehouse technology, particularly robots and automation. The abili ..read more

When it comes to the discussion of picking software in the warehouse, perhaps it’s important to refer to it as pick and pack software, because the focus on the packing function within the overall workflow and execution of order fulfilment should not be minimised, writes Chandru Palaniyandi, Business Analyst, Lucas Systems. Like other steps in the fulfilment process, the primary goal of the packing function is to ensure accurate and safe delivery of goods to the end-users while optimising efficiency and minimising errors. Chandru Palaniyandi, Business Analyst, Lucas Systems. Key elements of pac ..read more

Pramac and BlueBotics have announced their partnership, which sees BlueBotics providing ANT navigation technology and fleet management software for Pramac’s new line of X-ACT mobile logistics robots. Sold under Pramac’s new business unit, called Lifter Mobile Robotics, three X-ACT mobile robots are available today, with several more in the pipeline. “When we created Lifter Mobile Robotics, we wanted to build on our expertise in the field of material handling equipment by integrating the best and latest technologies possible, to ensure these products are plug & play ready and reliable. When ..read more

Dexory, a leading provider of cutting-edge AI and robotics solutions announced the first deployment of its robotics and artificial intelligence solution in the United States. Dexory’s technology is now in use at one of DB Schenker’s significant sites in Utah. This follows Dexory’s strategic expansion announcement into the North American market in early February. In a swift and efficient implementation, Dexory unveiled its cutting-edge DexoryView solution, featuring state-of-the-art autonomous mobile robotics (AMRs) and a seamlessly integrated digital twin. The rapid deployment has resulted in ..read more

Supply chain integration partner PeakLogix, an Alta Material Handling company, has announced a strategic partnership with Movu Robotics, a global leader in warehouse automation solutions that stands out by bringing easier logistics automation technologies to the world’s warehouses. This partnership means Movu Robotics and PeakLogix can offer the benefits of Movu’s plug-and-play robotics portfolio as part of their solutions for customers in the North American market. Since 1989, PeakLogix specialises in providing material handling solutions and warehouse optimisation services. The company offer ..read more

In the past few weeks, The Perfume Shop, the UK’s largest fragrance retailer, has been testing and has officially launched its new cutting-edge warehouse automation system at its warehouse in Dunstable processing hundreds of customer orders with high success. The new system will lead to improved efficiencies with 3 times quicker processing of customer orders and a reduction in packaging of 40%. £2.5M has been invested by The Perfume Shop into these industry-leading automated packaging machines in order to: ?Further accelerate The Perfume Shop’s commitment to reducing the environmental impact o ..read more