January 20, 2025 – Seegrid Corporation, a leading manufacturer of autonomous mobile robot (AMR) solutions for palletized material handling, is proud to announce that its groundbreaking Lift CR1 AMR has been named Modern Material Handling’s 2024 Readers' Choice Product of the Year. This recognition underscores the CR1’s innovative design and invaluable combination of lift height and capacity, setting a new standard for autonomous lift trucks in the material handling industry.The CR1 will be a main attraction at Seegrid’s ProMat 2025 booth (#N6742), where attendees can witness firsthand its cutting-edge technology. Designed to revolutionize operations for modern industrial facilities, the CR1 combines power and precision with industry-leading safety features.“We are honored to have Seegrid’s newest autonomous lift truck, the CR1, be recognized by the readers of Modern Material Handling,” said David Griffin, Chief Sales Officer at Seegrid. “This award highlights our commitment to listening to customer’s needs and delivering industry-leading autonomous solutions that work—driving safety, efficiency, and ROI.”Seegrid Lift CR1 AMR picking and transporting payloads in an automotive manufacturing facility.Innovation That Elevates The Lift CR1 AMR is built to handle the most demanding applications, boasting an industry-leading 15-foot lift height and a 4,000-pound payload capacity. Seegrid’s proprietary Sliding Scale Autonomy technology—a unique hybrid of AMR agility and AGV predictability—allows the CR1 to adapt to dynamic environments and diverse material handling workflows. From long-haul transport to precise pick-and-drop operations, the CR1 optimizes efficiency and reliability.Equipped with advanced LiDAR-based SLAM technology, the CR1 dynamically plans routes in real time, eliminating concerns over map aging and reducing the need for ongoing manual intervention. The result? Seamless navigation and operational continuity in even the most complex facilities.Safety at the Core As with all Seegrid AMRs, the CR1 is designed with safety as a top priority, incorporating both primary and secondary obstruction detection systems. This comprehensive approach ensures the AMR’s entire height is protected, enhancing safety in busy and dynamic environments. Additionally, the CR1’s precise drop zone scanning further minimizes risks for more accurate and secure payload handling.With a fleet that totals nearly 16 million autonomous miles logged and zero reportable safety incidents, Seegrid AMRs are highly trusted by leading global brands to revolutionize their material handling operations without compromising safety.Revolutionizing the Industry The CR1 is already poised to make a significant impact, with its first deployment planned at a globally recognized customer site early this year. By combining infrastructure-free navigation with its innovative safety and operational features, the CR1 exemplifies Seegrid’s dedication to advancing material handling technology.Experience the CR1 at ProMat 2025 ProMat attendees are encouraged to visit Seegrid at booth #N6742 for an up-close look at the award-winning Lift CR1 AMR. Live demonstrations will showcase precise pick and drops for an over/under cell, building and depleting lanes, and fleet management integrations using Seegrid’s enterprise fleet management software.For more information about the CR1, visit seegrid.com/cr1.About SeegridSeegrid, a leading-edge technology company of autonomous mobile robot (AMR) solutions for material handling solutions, combines AMR technology, enterprise software, and best-in-class services for complete, connected automated workflows. With nearly 16 million autonomous production miles driven to date, Seegrid AMRs are reliable, flexible, and proven. The world’s largest manufacturing, warehousing, and logistics companies rely on Seegrid. We are partnered with over 50 global brands where 2,000+ AMRs are deployed within 200+ customer sites. From our dependable Tow Tractor to our industry-leading Lift Truck solutions, let us work with you to embrace the future of autonomous material handling. Learn more at seegrid.com.To access Seegrid images, visit: seegrid.com/media.ContactJennifer Baumanmedia@seegrid.com412-379-4500

Seegrid Corporation, a leader in autonomous mobile robot (AMR) solutions for material handling, announced today the appointment of Tom Panzarella to the position of Chief Technology Officer (CTO). In this critical leadership role, Panzarella will spearhead Seegrid’s technological initiatives to continue guiding the development of cutting-edge autonomous solutions that work—meeting evolving customer needs and delivering unmatched ROI. Panzarella’s appointment underscores Seegrid's commitment to innovation and industry advancement in the rapidly evolving field of robotics and automation.   "I am very pleased to appoint Tom to the role of Chief Technology Officer," said CEO and President Joe Pajer. "Tom's exceptional leadership and dedication to technological innovation have been pivotal in shaping Seegrid's market leading AMR solutions. With Tom at the helm of our technology and development teams, I am confident that Seegrid will continue to revolutionize the future of material handling automation."   As CTO, Panzarella will lead Seegrid's technology initiatives, including the development of cutting-edge autonomous solutions that empower customers to optimize their material handling workflows. His strategic vision will drive the advancement of Seegrid's proprietary autonomy technology, further enhancing the safety, efficiency, and flexibility of its proven AMRs.   "I am honored to take on the role of Chief Technology Officer at Seegrid," said Panzarella. "Seegrid's commitment to innovation and customer-centric solutions is truly inspiring, and I am excited to lead our talented team of engineers as we continue to push the boundaries of what's possible in autonomous material handling."   Panzarella began working with Seegrid in 2017 while he was building his first perception-based start-up company, Love Park Robotics (LPR). Seegrid partnered with LPR to successfully apply LPR's pallet detection technology in its AMR solutions.    After LPR was acquired in 2018 by ifm, he founded a second start-up named Box Robotics. Box was focused on rebuilding the AGV perception stack with human-like spatial awareness by leveraging long-range 3D LiDAR, Deep Learning, and HD Maps—in direct alignment with Seegrid's long-term technology vision.   Seegrid acquired Box Robotics in September 2020, making Panzarella and his co-founder John Spletzer technology leaders within the company, focused on the successful commercialization of the Box technology stack in our AMR solutions today.   Panzarella has over 27 years of experience in engineering and robotics. As the new CTO, Panzarella will steer Seegrid’s technology and product development, working closely with our customers on the required technology and innovation initiatives, and represent Seegrid across the technical bodies that are driving the growth of autonomy across the industry.   About Seegrid Seegrid, a leader in autonomous mobile robot (AMR) solutions for material handling solutions, combines AMR technology, enterprise software, and best-in-class services for complete, connected automated workflows. With over 13 million autonomous production miles driven to date, Seegrid Palion™ AMRs are reliable, flexible, and proven. The world’s largest manufacturing, warehousing, and logistics companies rely on Seegrid. We are partnered with over 50 global brands where 2,000+ AMRs are deployed within 200+ customer sites. From our dependable Palion Tow Tractor to our industry-leading Lift Truck solutions, let us work with you to embrace the future of autonomous material handling.     Contact Jennifer Bauman media@seegrid.com 412-379-4500

January 9, 2024—Pittsburgh, PA—Seegrid Corporation, a leading autonomous mobile robot (AMR) provider for material handling, proudly announces that its Information Security Management System is now certified as being in conformity with ISO 27001:13, by SRI Quality Systems Registrar. ISO 27001 is a globally recognized standard for information security management systems (ISMS). This achievement reinforces Seegrid's commitment to ensuring the highest standards of data security and protection for its customers.ISO 27001:2013 is a comprehensive framework that sets out the criteria for establishing, implementing, maintaining, and continually improving an ISMS within the context of the organization's overall business risks. By obtaining this certification, Seegrid demonstrates its dedication to safeguarding sensitive information and upholding the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data.“By registering our ISO 2700:2013 conformant information security management system, we enhance the trust of our stakeholders in the face of evolving cybersecurity threats. This investment in information security safeguards our assets and positions us as a reliable and trustworthy partner,” said Steve Barto, Chief Financial Officer. “As we continue to innovate and grow, ISO 2700:2013 is cemented as a cornerstone in our commercial strategy, providing a solid foundation for sustainable business success.”The registration process involved a rigorous evaluation of Seegrid's information security policies, procedures, and controls by an accredited third-party certification body. The successful completion of this assessment is a testament to the company's robust information security practices and its commitment to continuous improvement."We are thrilled to announce our ISO 27001:2013 ISMS registration, a significant milestone in our ongoing commitment to providing a secure environment for our customers' data," said Clayton Mathis, Director of Information Technology. "This achievement reflects Seegrid’s dedication to uphold the highest standards of information security and demonstrates that our customers can trust us with their valuable data."What our ISO 27001:2013 ISMS Registration Means for Seegrid Customers: Enhanced Data Security: The certification signifies that Seegrid has implemented rigorous security measures to protect customer data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction. Risk Management: The ISO 27001:2013 standard requires a systematic approach to risk management. Seegrid has identified and assessed information security risks, and will continually implement measures to mitigate these risks effectively. Compliance Assurance: Customers can have confidence that Seegrid complies with international best practices for information security management, ensuring adherence to legal, regulatory, and contractual obligations. Continuous Improvement: The certification process includes a commitment to continual improvement. Seegrid will regularly assess and enhance its information security management practices to stay ahead of emerging threats and vulnerabilities. Customer Trust and Confidence: ISO 27001:2013 certification reinforces Seegrid's dedication to maintaining the trust and confidence of its customers by prioritizing the security of their sensitive information.Seegrid remains at the forefront of industry standards, and the ISO 27001:2013 certification is a testament to its unwavering commitment to data security. As the company continues to evolve, customers can trust that their information is in safe hands.About ISO 27001:2013ISO/IEC 27001:2013 is an international standard that provides a framework for establishing, implementing, maintaining, and continually improving an information security management system (ISMS). The standard helps organizations manage the security of assets, such as financial information, intellectual property, employee details, or information entrusted by third parties.About SeegridSeegrid combines autonomous mobile robots, enterprise software, and some of the best-in-class services for a complete, connected material handling automation solution. With millions of autonomous production miles driven, Seegrid PalionTM AMRs are reliable, flexible, and proven. One of the world’s largest manufacturing, warehousing, and logistics companies rely on Seegrid to automate material flow in highly complex environments. From project design through deployment, change management, user training, and data-driven consultation, material flow is both safe and optimized, accelerating automation initiatives today and into the future.ContactJennifer Baumanmedia@seegrid.com412-379-4500

March 20, 2023  |  Pittsburgh, PA - Seegrid Corporation, a leader in autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) for material handling, today announced expanded capabilities of their Palion AMRs. To fulfill more applications for more customers and foster AMR interoperability, Seegrid Palion Lift and Palion Tow Tractor now work in combination to load and unload carts with no human intervention.    Seegrid’s newest AMR, Palion Lift, brings together Seegrid’s breakthrough 3D vision-based navigation technology with best-in-class situational awareness capabilities to automate pallet movement. Palion Lift autonomously transports material up to 3,500 pounds throughout customer operations, precisely and securely retrieving and placing palletized goods at heights of up to six feet for a complete, end-to-end solution for pallet movement.    The Palion Tow Tractor autonomously transforms horizontal material movement by tugging cart trains and other payloads up to 10,000 pounds, using proprietary autonomous navigation technology for safe, flawless delivery.    With new advancements in perception technology, Palion Lift is able to work directly with Palion Tow Tractor to load and unload carts, which has previously been a time-consuming and labor-intensive workflow. The interoperability of Seegrid AMRs enables customers to optimize their existing workforce and improve operational efficiency with this expanded automation application.   “Expectations and supply chain pressures continue to become more demanding and complex, requiring more integrated material handling solutions. Seegrid’s line of Palion AMRs is always evolving to support increasing needs throughout and across facilities,” said Chief Sales Officer David Griffin. “Not only does this automation mean improved safety, reliability, and throughput, but through coordinated movements between Seegrid Palion AMRs, the business case for our customers gets even stronger.”   The company’s Palion AMR fleet has driven nearly 10 million autonomous miles in customer production environments. This week at ProMat, Palion Lift and Palion Tow Tractor will demonstrate end-to-end automation, showcasing cart-loading and unloading, lane staging, table and conveyor picking and placing. Booth visitors will also have the opportunity to see how Seegrid’s Fleet Central enterprise software solutions orchestrate material flow. For more information about Seegrid’s automation solutions at ProMat, visit seegrid.com/promat2023.   About Seegrid Seegrid combines autonomous mobile robots, enterprise software, and best-in-class services for a complete, connected material handling automation solution. With millions of autonomous production miles driven, Seegrid PalionTM AMRs are reliable, flexible, and proven. The world’s largest manufacturing, warehousing, and logistics companies rely on Seegrid to automate material flow in highly complex environments. From project design through deployment, change management, user training, and data-driven consultation, material flow is both safe and optimized, accelerating automation initiatives today and into the future.   Contact Kathryn Boyle media@seegrid.com 412-379-4500

Seegrid Corporation, the leader in autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) for material handling, today announced a strategic partnership with Koops Automation Systems, a leading systems integrator specializing in industrial automation for manufacturing environments. The collaboration agreement enables Koops to bolster their portfolio by introducing their customers to the full suite of Seegrid Palion™ autonomous mobile robots and Fleet Central™ enterprise software solutions.   “We are excited to be able to solve yet another set of problems our customers experience. We have seen the need for Seegrid's products first hand in many of our applications and are looking forward to integrating this technology into our state-of-the-art automation solutions,” said Mike Slager, Director of Business Development for Koops Automation.   “Ongoing demands continue to not only pose challenges, but become more complex within the manufacturing space, making automation solutions crucial to our customers’ success,” said David Griffin, Seegrid’s Chief Sales Officer. “We are excited to partner with Koops Automation Systems to deliver on our mutual commitment of providing impactful solutions and services to support manufacturers as they build resiliency and expand.”   Included in Koops’ autonomous mobile robot offering is Seegrid Palion Lift, the company’s newest AMR model and the only lift truck in the market with industry-leading 3D perception. Seegrid Palion Pallet Truck and Seegrid Palion Tow Tractor—named #1 in market share for AMRs worldwide—will also be made available for system integrations.    Koops Automation Systems can also provide customers with access to Seegrid’s expert-level material handling automation services and enterprise software solutions, including Supervisor fleet management software and Fleet Geek™ data analytics platform. Seegrid’s service-focused approach combined with its proven technology creates a platform that is quick to deploy, providing a reliable, low-risk automated material handling solution.   About Koops Automation Systems Koops designs, builds, and integrates automation systems uniting rock solid engineering solutions with stellar customer service. Our customers trust us to solve complex manufacturing challenges to help them reach their biggest goals. From an on-site analysis of your current production process to the full integration of technology, people, and processes, we listen to your concerns, evaluate your requirements, and engineer a personalized solution to meet your needs. We are a leader in the industry through constant innovation and early adoption of emerging technologies.   About Seegrid Seegrid combines autonomous mobile robots, enterprise software, and best-in-class services for a complete, connected material handling automation solution. With millions of autonomous production miles driven and zero personnel safety incidents, Seegrid PalionTM AMRs are reliable, flexible, and proven. The world’s largest manufacturing, warehousing, and logistics companies rely on Seegrid to automate material flow in highly complex environments. From project design through deployment, change management, user training, and data-driven consultation, material flow is both safe and optimized, accelerating automation initiatives today and into the future.   To access Seegrid images, visit: seegrid.com/media   Contact Kathryn Boyle media@seegrid.com 412-379-4500

Seegrid Corporation, the leader in autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) for material handling, today announced that Joe Pajer has joined the Company as President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Mr. Pajer succeeds Jim Rock, who will continue as a Seegrid shareholder and advisor. Mr. Pajer will also serve on the Board of Directors.    Pajer comes to Seegrid with more than 40 years of experience in the technology industry, including having previously served as CEO of Calero-MDSL (a technology expense management software company), Thinklogical (a high-end video switching company sold to Belden), and Vocollect (a warehouse automation software company sold to Honeywell). Prior to these roles, Pajer held leadership positions with Marconi, FORE Systems, Compaq, and AT&T. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in civil engineering and a Master of Science degree in management, both earned at Carnegie Mellon University.   “We are delighted to have Joe at the helm of Seegrid,” said Steven F. Kaplan, Chairman of the Board. “I have worked with Joe for over a decade. He is a great fit for Seegrid. Not only is he a strong leader, but he is a Pittsburgh native, a CMU graduate, and an engineer. And he is a three-time winner as a CEO.”   “I am very excited to be joining Seegrid at this time,” Pajer commented. “Seegrid’s innovative and proven solutions are already enabling a long list of blue-chip customers to achieve significant operational improvement and financial savings in their manufacturing and distribution operations. At the same time, Seegrid is expanding its technological leadership, enabling entry into exciting and very large new markets. I am looking forward to helping this world-class company achieve new heights.”   About Seegrid Seegrid combines autonomous mobile robots, enterprise software, and best-in-class services for a complete, connected material handling automation solution. With millions of autonomous production miles driven and zero personnel safety incidents, Seegrid PalionTM AMRs are reliable, flexible, and proven. The world’s largest manufacturing, warehousing, and logistics companies rely on Seegrid to automate material flow in highly complex environments. From project design through deployment, change management, user training, and data-driven consultation, material flow is both safe and optimized, accelerating automation initiatives today and into the future.    To access Seegrid images, visit: seegrid.com/media   Contact media@seegrid.com 412-379-4500