GXO tests out robotic arm for fashion e-commerce logistics
GXO Logistics has launched an automation pilot at its fashion e-commerce warehouse in Tilburg, the Netherlands.
Its Pick-it-Easy Robot station is tailored for a key, unnamed customer, in collaboration with tech provider KNAPP.
The AI-based vision system recognises each product and identifies the optimal gripping point and gripping speed, while the arm places items into a pocket conveyor for sorting, grouping and routing to packing stations.
Sandeep Sakharkar, Chief Information Officer at GXO, says: “As a leader in logistics innovation, we’re constantly exploring automation that can transform distribution and order fulfilment processes.”
“The successful launch of the Tilburg pilot has allowed us to ensure that our customers get the greatest benefit and value from this technology.”
Markus Posch, KNAPP Product Manager for robot systems, comments: “The adaptability demonstrated by our Pick-it-Easy Robot is proving up to the challenge of complex e-commerce warehouse environments. We’re excited to build on our milestone collaboration with GXO within the fashion sector.”
After implementation of the first robot is complete, GXO plans to add four more in Tilburg.
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