SPOTLIGHT
> HeroWear Apex 2: HeroWear’s back-assist exosuit helps warehouse workers perform demanding movements such as lifting and sustained or repeated bending, without restricting freedom of movement. The Apex 2 weighs less than 3 pounds and can take 75 pounds of strain off a typical worker’s back with every lift. It reduces muscle strain and fatigue by up to 40% without motors or batteries.
> ProGlove Scanner: ProGlove’s wearable barcode scanners can now be integrated with ResGreen’s BotWay software and LilBuddy autonomous mobile robot (AMR). After a worker scans a product or load, it can be moved to its next destination by LilBuddy to minimize walking and reduce monotonous tasks for workers. ResGreen’s LilBuddy AMR can move loads up to 220 pounds without tape, reflectors, or tags.
> LYDIA Voice App: Available on Android devices, EPG’s LYDIA Voice is a pick-by-voice solution with multi-language recognition. Requiring no voice template training, LYDIA Voice is 100% voice- controlled, which means the user does not have to pick up or hold the device in warehouse picking operations. An expanded demo app is now available free of charge from the Google Play store.
> MATE-XT Exoskeleton: The MATE-XT wearable exoskeleton from Comau replicates shoulder movements, helping warehouse employees perform their jobs comfortably by reducing muscle fatigue without limiting mobility or adding bulk. The exoskeleton can be adjusted to fit different body types and provide the required level of assistance based on the worker or the job at hand. Manufacturer John Deere recently deployed the solution in its parts logistics operations.
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