Inbound Logistics | March 2022

SPOTLIGHT

> Jungheinrich EKS 215a: A compact automated guided vehicle (AGV), the EKS 215a can be used for mixed operations with manual trucks and pedestrians in warehouses. Featuring lithium-ion technology that enables 24/7 operation, sensors for safety, and a laser-guided navigation system for accuracy, the EKS 215a automated pallet stacker can be integrated into existing IT and software.

> MHS AMR for Non- Conveyable Items: These flexible autonomous mobile robot (AMR) solutions are designed for large or irregularly shaped items. Using AI mapping, these AMRs can quickly pick up and transport parcels throughout the logistics facility automatically, avoiding obstacles and

> BlueBotics ANT Navigation: The ANT navigation system by BlueBotics drives and

directs AGVs and AMRs. The solution provides accurate and repeatable vehicle performance, allowing businesses to connect a range of vehicle types and brands in one fleet. As an organization’s site and

needs evolve, multiple vehicles can be connected using the ANT server, which can also interface with a business’s WMS, MES, or ERP software.

keeping their cargo secure. They have a small footprint and require no cables, wires, or floor channels, allowing for easy implementation and scaling as business needs change.

> Seegrid Palion Lift AMR: The Palion Lift utilizes Seegrid IQ, a proprietary autonomy technology, to automate material movement to and from storage, staging areas, and workcells. Seegrid’s navigation technology uses cameras, algorithms, and machine learning to navigate in dynamic environments alongside human coworkers. The solution provides end-to-end task automation for low lift processes, transporting payloads up to 3,500 pounds and placing them at heights of up to 6 feet.

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