ZS Robotics is expanding its presence in the U.S. warehouse automation market with the introduction of its H125 four-way pallet shuttle, an ultra-low-profile system designed for high-density automated pallet storage. The H125 has a chassis height of just 125 mm and combines four-way travel, in-place track switching, automatic pallet transport and system monitoring. The company […]
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Raymond Research Program Targets AI, Humanoid Robots and Safer Material Handling
The Raymond Corporation has opened a new funding cycle for its University Research Program, with artificial intelligence, humanoid robots, connected lift trucks and safer interaction between people and automated equipment among the areas it wants researchers to explore. The 2026-2027 program will provide up to $500,000 in grant funding to North American universities, with individual […]
KUKA Launches New Autonomous Forklift Family
KUKA has launched the KMF 1500P autonomous forklift family, beginning with a 1,500 kg counterbalance model for warehouse and production logistics. KUKA is expanding beyond conventional autonomous mobile robots with the launch of a new family of driverless forklifts designed to automate pallet movement in warehouses and manufacturing operations. The KMF 1500P series debuts with […]
Hai Robotics Plans 1,500-Robot Deployment for European Fashion Fulfillment Center
Hai Robotics has been selected to supply more than 1,500 rack-climbing robots for a major European fashion fulfillment center, in what the company describes as the largest deployment yet of its HaiPick Climb technology. The unnamed retailer already operates multiple HaiPick systems in Europe and is expanding its relationship with Hai Robotics as online order […]
Micro-Fulfillment Centers Explained: Automation, Forklifts & Ecommerce
Micro-fulfillment brings inventory closer to customers and uses compact warehouses, automation and sophisticated software to process ecommerce orders quickly. Here is how micro-fulfillment centers work, the technology behind them and where forklifts fit into the picture. Ecommerce has changed more than where people shop. It has also changed what happens inside the warehouse. A conventional […]
Jungheinrich installs semi-automated forklift and AGV system at Ritter chocolate warehouse
Alfred Ritter GmbH & Co. KG has implemented a semi-automated forklift and mobile robot solution from Jungheinrich at its external warehouse in Dettenhausen, Germany, automating the majority of internal ground transport while maintaining manual forklift flexibility. The Dettenhausen warehouse supplies raw materials and packaging components to Ritter’s production facility in Waldenbuch. To meet higher requirements […]
AMRs vs AGVs in Modern Warehouses: What’s the Difference, and How Do They Work Alongside Forklifts?
Return to our Smart Warehousing explainer. Robotics has become one of the most significant developments in warehouse automation over the past decade. As facilities look for ways to improve throughput, accuracy, and safety, two technologies often rise to the top of the conversation: automated guided vehicles (AGVs) and autonomous mobile robots (AMRs). Although they may […]
Why Clear PPF Wrap Is the Best Investment for Your Vehicle’s Paint
Paint protection film is undoubtedly a major advancement in automotive care technology. Clear PPF wrap provides a transparent barrier that shields factory finish paint from daily damage. The film has evolved from basic protection to a sophisticated system that preserves vehicle aesthetics and resale value. Clear PPF wrap delivers multiple protective functions while maintaining the […]
SLAM Technology and Sensor Innovation Reshape Forklift Market in North America
SLAM technology and sensor innovation to play an increasingly powerful role in the growth of the North American forklift market. October 27, 2025 — North America’s forklift sector is entering a decade of accelerated change, fueled by automation, data connectivity, and tougher safety expectations. A new report from Research and Markets projects the regional forklift […]
BALYO Posts Mixed H1 2025: Orders Surge, Revenue Slips
BALYO reports mixed first-half 2025 results, with revenue slipping but orders and margins showing strong growth. The robotic forklift specialist is banking on its order backlog and improved project execution to support momentum heading into the second half of the year. BALYO, a France-based provider of robotic forklift technology, has announced its financial results for […]
