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I Squared Capital Closes Its Acquisition of WOW Logistics, a Leading Logistics and Supply Chain Services Provider in North America

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Friday, March 15, 2024
Finance, Food, Beverage, Supply Chain Management, Retail, Professional Services, Growth, Partner (business rank), Partnership, LLP, Acquisition, Transport, WOW, Ecosystem, Kirkland & Ellis, RJM, Warehouse

I Squared Capital (“I Squared”), a leading global infrastructure investment manager, announced its acquisition of WOW Logistics (“WOW”), a Wisconsin-based integrated supply chain solutions provider.

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  • I Squared Capital (“I Squared”), a leading global infrastructure investment manager, announced its acquisition of WOW Logistics (“WOW”), a Wisconsin-based integrated supply chain solutions provider.
  • Today, WOW is one of the largest food-grade temperature controlled and ambient storage operators in North America operating a network that spans over 223 million cubic feet of capacity.
  • That network serves as a critical link in the supply chain infrastructure needs of its customers.
  • “WOW Logistics is a great example of a family-owned business that has served its customers with excellence for decades.

AI-equipped Robots Help Logistics Industry to Fight Labor Shortages – IFR reports

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024
Technology, Automotive, Transport, Automotive Manufacturing, Other Automotive, Software, Manufacturing, Robotics, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Artificial Intelligence, Workforce, Automation, International Road Transport Union, IRU, Growth, AI, Warehouse

Yet, severe labor shortages are threatening to hamper future growth in the logistics industry worldwide.

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  • Yet, severe labor shortages are threatening to hamper future growth in the logistics industry worldwide.
  • A new generation of AI-enabled robots helps to tackle these challenges – The International Federation of Robotics reports.
  • “By combining automation hardware with smart software, robot manufacturers deliver to the specific needs of the warehouse and logistics industry.
  • While service robots work alongside human personnel creating more efficient workplaces, industrial robots help to automate dirty, dull and dangerous tasks behind fences.

Barrett Distribution Centers Unveils Its Second Dallas Fulfillment Center

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
Commercial Building & Real Estate, Technology, Trucking, Construction & Property, Transport, Electronic Commerce, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Retail, E-commerce, Automation, Distribution, Growth, Warehouse management system, SVP, ERP, DTC, WMS, Warehouse

Barrett Distribution Centers , a third-party logistics (3PL) provider and a leader in eCommerce and omnichannel fulfillment solutions, is thrilled to announce the expansion of its operations with the opening of its second fulfillment distribution center in the Dallas, Texas region .

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  • Barrett Distribution Centers , a third-party logistics (3PL) provider and a leader in eCommerce and omnichannel fulfillment solutions, is thrilled to announce the expansion of its operations with the opening of its second fulfillment distribution center in the Dallas, Texas region .
  • This strategic addition underscores our commitment to supporting direct-to-consumer (DTC) eCommerce and omnichannel fulfillment, alongside retail/B2B distribution, warehousing, and comprehensive transportation solutions.
  • “Our expansion in Dallas is a key component of our broader strategy to reinforce a strong national footprint,” said Scott Hothem , SVP of Barrett.
  • The new Dallas fulfillment center is a testament to Barrett's foresight in recognizing and leveraging geographic advantages to the benefit of its clients.

KNAPP Launches “Zero Touch” in North American Market

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
Technology, Transport, Software, Electronic Design Automation, Robotics, Data Management, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Retail, Artificial Intelligence, RFID, Next, Garmin, Pick, Running, AI, ASOS, WCS, OSR, SKU, Robot, REI, Marks & Spencer, WMS, Warehouse

KNAPP, a global leader providing intelligent intralogistics solutions today announced the release of Mission: Zero Touch to the North American market.

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  • KNAPP, a global leader providing intelligent intralogistics solutions today announced the release of Mission: Zero Touch to the North American market.
  • Achieving Mission: Zero Touch utilizes a variety of technologies, including KNAPP OSR Shuttles, PiE Robots, OSR Shuttle Evo Frozen and the latest product development, intelligent pocket sortation.
  • The glue for the application is a layer of software technologies delivered by KNAPP including WMS, WCS and AI enabled technologies across the spectrum of KNAPP products.
  • Combined with Pick-it-Easy Robot, a fully automatic picking robot, AutoPocket offers intelligent zero-touch handling for high performance applications.

KNAPP Launches Shuttle for Freezer Applications

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
Software, Mobile, Wireless, Supply Chain Management, Networks, Other Retail, Data Management, Technology, Other Manufacturing, Retail, Transport, Other Technology, Logistics, Manufacturing, Temperature, Manual, Automation, Environment, ASRS, COVID-19, Travel, Sale, Shufersal, OSR, CSO, WMS, Warehouse

KNAPP, a global leader of intelligent intralogistics solutions, today announced that they will commence sale and implementation of their industry leading OSR shuttle technology for cold chain applications and projects.

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  • KNAPP, a global leader of intelligent intralogistics solutions, today announced that they will commence sale and implementation of their industry leading OSR shuttle technology for cold chain applications and projects.
  • As medical breakthroughs have increased, including Covid 19 and other vaccinations, so has the need for innovative cold chain automation solutions.
  • Another factor that contributes to the prospective success of KNAPP is the desire on the part of cold chain operators to keep workers out of the harsh freezer environment which is both costly and hard to staff.
  • KNAPP mixed load palletizing technology includes a unique set of attributes that are conducive to the needs of many cold chain operators.

WIZE Solutions Positioned for Growth with Expanded Resources and Capabilities

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Monday, March 11, 2024
Other Manufacturing, Commercial Building & Real Estate, Construction & Property, Transport, Manufacturing, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Retail, Other Construction & Property, Southern California, Automation, Multimedia, Warehouse, Robotics, WIZE, Growth, Acquisition, Record

Offering its installation and project management solutions to some of the largest warehouse projects nationwide, WIZE Solutions is experiencing growth that is on-pace to set records for the material handling company in 2024, including its expansion into the automation sector.

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  • Offering its installation and project management solutions to some of the largest warehouse projects nationwide, WIZE Solutions is experiencing growth that is on-pace to set records for the material handling company in 2024, including its expansion into the automation sector.
  • Since recent strategic investments and acquisitions, WIZE has grown from 175 employees in July of 2023 to 315 employees today with key personnel additions in sales, operations and installation teams.
  • WIZE recently acquired Warehouse Equipment Contractors, Inc. and its employee installation teams across the US.
  • This acquisition will provide WIZE with additional experienced teams of employees in the SoCal market, providing excellent service to the newly expanded customer base.

Former United Parcel Service Executive Nick Costides Joins Board of Directors at Robust.AI

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Monday, March 11, 2024
Hardware, Retail, Automotive Manufacturing, Manufacturing, Technology, Robotics, Supply Chain Management, Artificial Intelligence, General Automotive, Transport, Other Manufacturing, Other Technology, Automotive, Software, Logistics, Engineering, Automation, Season, Organization, Environment, Intelligence, Partnership, Information technology, United Parcel Service, Robustness, UPS, Warehouse, DHL Supply Chain, Medical device

Robust.AI , the company transforming how robots work for people, today announced the appointment of Nick Costides , former President of Information Technology at United Parcel Service (UPS), to its Board of Directors.

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  • Robust.AI , the company transforming how robots work for people, today announced the appointment of Nick Costides , former President of Information Technology at United Parcel Service (UPS), to its Board of Directors.
  • He is widely acknowledged for spearheading the development of numerous technological initiatives that have revolutionized and reshaped the supply chain logistics and transportation field.
  • Costides appointment and the new executive additions follow on other exciting developments at Robust.AI.
  • The companies will first focus on piloting and deploying 'Carter,' a collaborative mobile robot that provides flexible warehouse material handling automation.

Zebra Technologies Introduces Automation Solutions at MODEX 2024 to Empower Connected Workers

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Monday, March 11, 2024
Data Management, Consumer Electronics, Technology, Mobile, Wireless, Software, Wearables, Mobile Technology, Hardware, RFID, Automation, Congress Center, Organization, Transport, Professor, Roller, UHF, Light-emitting diode, Qualcomm, Peter Hancock (professor), Our Lives, Business development, AI, Human, Overalls, Zebra Technologies, AMR, BOH, Workforce, Warehouse

In addition, decision-makers (54%) and workers (49%) agree addressing worker comfort and ergonomics is a top workforce initiative.

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  • In addition, decision-makers (54%) and workers (49%) agree addressing worker comfort and ergonomics is a top workforce initiative.
  • At MODEX, visitors will see how Zebra’s new RS2100 wearable scanner – the industry’s smallest back-of-hand (BOH) scanner – enhances productivity and delivers new levels of comfort to workers.
  • Wednesday, March 13, at 11:15 am – 12:00 noon, Theater H.
    At MODEX 2024, Zebra Technologies will introduce new solutions that enable front-line workers to be better connected and advance intelligent automation.
  • Visit Booth B6623 at MODEX 2024 , Georgia World Congress Center – Hall B, March 11 -14 in Atlanta, Ga.

Meet the Next Generation of Automated Sortation and Order Retrieval―Introducing OPEX® Sure Sort® X with OPEX Xtract™

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Monday, March 11, 2024
Hardware, Electronic Design Automation, Machinery, Robotics, Technology, Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing, Retail, Automation, Congress Center, OPEX, Algorithm, OPEX (corporation), Sort, RVT, Multimedia, Robert Williams (robot fatality), Warehouse

OPEX® Corporation , a global leader in Next Generation Automation for almost 50 years, today announced the launch of its newest automated sorting and order retrieval solutions― OPEX Sure Sort® X with OPEX Xtract™ .

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  • OPEX® Corporation , a global leader in Next Generation Automation for almost 50 years, today announced the launch of its newest automated sorting and order retrieval solutions― OPEX Sure Sort® X with OPEX Xtract™ .
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240311187962/en/
    OPEX® Sure Sort® X with OPEX Xtract™ (Photo: Business Wire)
    OPEX Sure Sort X represents the next generation of high-speed, automated sorting.
  • When Sure Sort X is paired with Xtract―OPEX’s revolutionary new automated order retrieval system―the task of retrieving totes and transferring their contents into shipping containers is now fully automated, as well.
  • With its enhanced product handling capabilities, Sure Sort X is the single most versatile and configurable sorting solution available.

Autotec Solutions Introduces Random Case Palletizer for On-The-Fly Palletizing

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Thursday, April 4, 2024
RCP, Product innovation, Algorithm, Liberty, Innovation Center station, Incidence, Robotics, Warehouse

TOLEDO, Ohio, April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Autotec Solutions, a leading provider of innovative automation solutions, is pleased to announce the release of its latest development, the Autotec Random Case Palletizer (Autotec RCP). In a strategic collaboration with Liberty Robotics, a pioneer in vision-guided robotics, Autotec Solutions has integrated its highly advanced vision system into the RCP, a game-changing logistics and supply chain tool.

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  • - Innovative technology set to redefine palletizing and streamline fulfillment processes for manufacturers, warehousers, and distributors -
    TOLEDO, Ohio, April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Autotec Solutions, a leading provider of innovative automation solutions, is pleased to announce the release of its latest development, the Autotec Random Case Palletizer (Autotec RCP).
  • The Random Case Palletizer streamlines the complex process of palletizing mixed-size cases on the fly.
  • "This isn't just about the evolution of palletizing, but a significant transformation in the logistics industry," states Thomas Crihfield, Product Innovation Manager from Autotec Solutions.
  • To explore the myriad capabilities of the Random Case Palletizer and how it can transform your business operations, Autotec Solutions encourages you to visit their website for more information and contact them for a live demonstration at Autotec's Innovation Center.