Southern Wine’s distribution facilities provide next-day delivery to almost 140,000 customers. Orders received by 5:00 pm are delivered the following day. The company is constantly refining its automation process to ensure the most efficient production and consistent level of customer service, despite its continual growth. The Southern Wine regional DC located in Lakeland, Florida, is the highest capacity operation in the Southern Wine USA network.

Newegg's growing business and focus on customer satisfaction required increased capacity and service levels for customers on the East Coast. The company invested in a new distribution center with a zone routing conveyor system to ensure that over 98 percent of Newegg customer orders will ship within one business day of ordering.

ATLANTA – August 8, 2024 — Dematic is proud to announce the winners of the 2024 Dematic FIRST® Scholarship program, which recognizes students dedicated to pursuing careers in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics). In partnership with the corporate nonprofit FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology), this scholarship program underscores Dematic’s commitment to nurturing the next generation of leaders and innovators in the supply chain and logistics industry.    This year’s scholarship recipients include students Aman Amjad from Brookfield, Wisconsin, and Lily Hoopes from Bonney Lake, Washington, who were both awarded $5,000 to support their post-secondary education or technical certification. Dematic also awarded $1,000 scholarships to 10 additional students: Blake Bollow, Noelle Bryan, Casey Bushey, Allie Cadenhead, Rafael Calderon, Adriana Cruz, Jason Elisei, Bill Giang, Hendrik Sorensen, and Adam Thai.    “This year's Dematic FIRST scholarship winners are truly exceptional,” says Mike Larsson, President of Dematic and Executive Board Member of KION Group. “The skills and experiences they’ve gained through the FIRST program will propel them not only to successful careers in STEM but also to becoming future leaders. The high caliber of this year’s applicants highlights our need for continued investment in STEM education. By empowering these future leaders, we're paving the way for the next generation.”    Now in its fourth year, the Dematic FIRST scholarship program attracted applications from students across 28 states, Washington, D.C., and Canada. Dematic executives reviewed all applications, selecting honorees based on their academic excellence and commitment to pursuing a future in STEM. The program requires applicants to provide their transcripts, a one-page essay discussing a future where humans and machines interact in the warehouse, and a letter of recommendation. In addition, they must have previously competed in a FIRST Robotics Competition or FIRST Tech Challenge.    “Being awarded the Dematic FIRST Scholarship is an incredible honor as I advance my education at Georgia Tech and embark on my career,” says Amjad. “Participating in FIRST during high school ignited my passion for STEM, and I’m grateful to Dematic for supporting my studies. FIRST and Dematic encourage students to explore real-world careers through teamwork, education, and robotics. Thank you for opening doors to opportunities, including early workforce exposure and access to advanced technology.”    Dematic is dedicated to supporting FIRST and its mission to engage youth to become skilled professionals, creative thinkers, and well-rounded citizens. Dematic employees actively contribute to FIRST teams by providing mentorship and guidance to students helping to foster their development. Last year, Dematic sponsored 18 FIRST teams and donated $68,000 to support students as they prepared for competitions and careers in STEM. Since 2008, Dematic has sponsored teams participating in FIRST robotics competitions and invested more than $310,000 in local teams, events, and student scholarships, demonstrating an unwavering commitment to nurturing the next generation of STEM professionals.    To learn more, visit dematic.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, and X.    About Dematic  Dematic designs, builds, and supports intelligent automated solutions empowering and sustaining the future of commerce for its customers in manufacturing, warehousing, and distribution. With research and development engineering centers, manufacturing facilities, and service centers located in more than 26 countries, the Dematic global network of over 10,000 employees has helped achieve successful customer installations for some of the world's leading brands. Headquartered in Atlanta, Dematic is a member of KION Group, one of the world's leading suppliers of industrial trucks and supply chain solutions.    Contact Brianna Zimmer  Professional Communications Specialist  brianna.zimmer@dematic.com dematic.com

GRAND RAPIDS, MICH. – June 18, 2024 – Further strengthening its Americas leadership team, Dematic names Michael Oren as senior vice president of sales for the Americas region. Oren will join Dematic at the company’s Americas headquarters in Grand Rapids, Michigan to lead a sales team of roughly 95 professionals. In this role, he will be responsible for the development of the sales strategy, including nurturing and retaining accounts, driving company growth initiatives, and building relationships with strategic partners.      “Michael brings more than two decades of expertise in leading and scaling teams, driving sales, and fostering organizational excellence,” says Mike Larsson, president, Dematic and KION Group executive board member. “Michael’s deep understanding of customer needs is reflected in his dedication to innovation and improvement. Under his leadership, I am confident that our Americas sales team will continue to enhance our customer-centric culture.”     Oren joins Dematic from Xerox where he recently served as vice president of global services. In this role, Oren oversaw global software and services, strategy, business development, partnerships, and more. Over the course of his 20-year tenure at Xerox, Oren held several additional leadership positions, including U.S. vice president enterprise services, vice president of global sales, and vice president of central and eastern U.S. sales.     “Dematic’s innovative approach to addressing supply chain challenges makes this an incredible time to join the team,” says Oren. “With clients at the forefront of everything Dematic does, I am eager to harness our team's collective strengths to achieve continued success on behalf our clients.”      Oren completed executive master's courses at the University of Navarra, Harvard Business School, and Stanford University, and he received his bachelor’s degree in marketing and social psychology from Miami University in Ohio.      For more information about Dematic, visit dematic.com or follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, and X.     About Dematic Dematic designs, builds, and supports intelligent automated solutions empowering and sustaining the future of commerce for its customers in manufacturing, warehousing, and distribution. With research and development engineering centers, manufacturing facilities, and service centers located in more than 26 countries, the Dematic global network of over 10,000 employees has helped achieve successful customer installations for some of the world's leading brands. Headquartered in Atlanta, Dematic is a member of KION Group, one of the world's leading suppliers of industrial trucks and supply chain solutions.     Contact Brianna Zimmer   Communications Specialist  brianna.zimmer@dematic.com dematic.com

The Dematic FIRST® Scholarship program supports high school and college students in their journey to become future supply chain and logistics leaders and innovators. This scholarship will award:  • Two $5,000 scholarships  • 10 $1,000 scholarships     Applications will be submitted online. Students will be asked to upload: • High school transcripts for graduation verification or expected graduation date. • A one-page essay (1,000-word limit) responding to this prompt: You have been awarded a grant to design and develop a robot of your choice. - Describe the purpose of your robot and the problem it solves, highlighting its positive and negative impacts on the world. - Explain your design process, including how you prioritize features and navigate trade-offs between different components. - Identify the key team members you will need and justify their roles in the project. • A letter of recommendation (recommended, not required) from an adult mentor/coach on your FIRST team, teacher, or guidance counselor.    To be eligible to apply for this scholarship, students must: • Have participated in a FIRST® Robotics Competition (FRC®) or a FIRST® Tech Challenge (FTC®) Team during high school. • Apply and be admitted to a post-secondary institution (including trade schools) as a full- or part-time student. - You do not need to have already been admitted at the time of application for this scholarship. - Must be pursuing a post-secondary degree or certification at a North American academic institution. STEM degrees and certifications are preferred. - Available for any undergraduate students for the fall of 2024.   Previous Dematic FIRST Scholarship program winners are ineligible to win again.    Applications are due Saturday, May 18. Apply here: dematic.info/first-scholarship/   About Dematic Dematic designs, builds, and supports intelligent automated solutions empowering and sustaining the future of commerce for its customers in manufacturing, warehousing, and distribution. With research and development engineering centers, manufacturing facilities, and service centers located in more than 26 countries, the Dematic global network of over 10,000 employees has helped achieve successful customer installations for some of the world’s leading brands. Headquartered in Atlanta, Dematic is a member of KION Group, one of the world’s leading suppliers of industrial trucks and supply chain solutions.     

Atlanta - Dematic will present at MODEX 2024 (March 11–14) a future-forward look at the industry featuring immersive virtual reality demonstrations and insights from industry experts at booth #B8019.   Dematic will showcase innovative solutions that redefine connectivity and provide greater transparency into operations. Key highlights include: • Insights from New Dematic President: On March 11 at 9:30 am, Mike Larsson, Dematic president and KION executive board member, will share valuable industry insights at an in-booth press conference, offering attendees perspectives on driving innovation in distribution, manufacturing, and supply chain solutions. • Immersive Virtual Reality (VR) Experience: Dematic invites participants to an immersive VR experience, offering a unique opportunity to visualize realistic environments of distribution centers, manufacturing operations, and warehouses. • Informative Educational Seminars: Dematic professionals will share their expertise during MODEX. Hear from Brett Webster, director of product management, on March 11 at 10:30 am as he presents, How Data, Software, and Hardware Enable the Future of Supply Chain and Warehouse Operations. Additionally, on March 13 at 12:30 pm, Dematic’s Eric Sharon, senior vice president, legal joins a Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce Economic Development panel to discuss foreign businesses entering the U.S. market and how Dematic is successfully addressing cross-border growth and expansion.   “At Dematic, we power the future of commerce and warehouse operations by providing intelligent automated solutions that address customer challenges,” says Mike Larsson, Dematic president and KION executive board member. “MODEX 2024 offers a platform to share our customer-centric vision, collaborate with industry leaders, and demonstrate how our innovative approach is transforming supply chain operations worldwide."   Hosted by MHI, MODEX 2024 showcases the latest manufacturing, distribution, and supply chain innovations from over 900 of the leading solution providers. The conference will take place at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta.   About Dematic Dematic designs, builds, and supports intelligent automated solutions empowering and sustaining the future of commerce for its customers in manufacturing, warehousing, and distribution. With research and development engineering centers, manufacturing facilities, and service centers located in more than 26 countries, the Dematic global network of over 10,000 employees has helped achieve successful customer installations for some of the world’s leading brands. Headquartered in Atlanta, Dematic is a member of KION Group, one of the world’s leading suppliers of industrial trucks and supply chain solutions.   Contact Mandi Baronas Senior Manager, Marketing Communications mandi.baronas@dematic.com  dematic.com  

ATLANTA – Feb. 6, 2024 — Canadian logistics company Groupe Robert opened a new Quebec distribution center in partnership with Dematic. The facility features one of the tallest Dematic Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (AS/RS) for a third-party logistics (3PL) facility in Canada, with 130-foot-tall cranes that support fulfillment of fresh and frozen products from high-density cold storage. The solution makes Groupe Robert the first 3PL provider in Quebec with an automated warehouse for both fresh and frozen foods.   “We are incredibly excited about how this distribution center will serve Quebec’s entire agri-food industry and enhance supply chain efficiency,” says Michel Robert, president and CEO of Groupe Robert. “We have a unique opportunity, in partnership with Dematic, to establish the warehouse as a base of operations for manufacturers looking to store and redistribute their products throughout North America. This facility is a symbol of our dedication to pushing boundaries, fostering growth and delivering unparalleled service to our customers.”   The facility’s AS/RS boasts a high-storage capacity of 60,000 pallets — 30,000 in fresh temperatures and 30,000 in frozen — and features a high-performance carbon dioxide refrigeration system and a low-oxygen system to manage fire hazards.   Groupe Robert is committed to business practices that prioritize sustainability, such as solar panels and a rainwater collection system. The facility’s heat recovery system uses heat generated by the refrigeration equipment to warm the distribution center’s interior and melt snow.   “We are immensely proud to collaborate with Groupe Robert on such a tremendous project and to help them reach new heights in meeting their customer needs,” says Mike Larsson, president, Dematic, KION group executive board member. “Our strategic partnership reinforces our commitment to leading technological innovation in the food and beverage industry at large. Serving as a trusted partner in the opening of this Groupe Robert facility marks a new era of efficiency in service for their community.”   The project successfully completed in December 2023.   For more information about Dematic, visit dematic.com or follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, and X.   About Dematic Dematic designs, builds, and supports intelligent automated solutions empowering and sustaining the future of commerce for its customers in manufacturing, warehousing, and distribution. With research and development engineering centers, manufacturing facilities, and service centers located in more than 35 countries, the Dematic global network of over 11,000 employees has helped achieve successful customer installations for some of the world’s leading brands. Headquartered in Atlanta, Dematic is a member of KION Group, one of the world’s leading suppliers of industrial trucks and supply chain solutions.   About Groupe Robert Founded in 1946, Groupe Robert has since become a leader in supply chain management in North America. The company's 3,200 employees are the cornerstone of its success – a success built on extensive knowledge and experience in logistics, distribution, warehousing, and transportation solutions. Groupe Robert operates more than 41 distribution centres, including 326,000 m² of warehouse space in Canada. The company has recognized expertise in warehouse logistics management, particularly in the aerospace manufacturing industry in Mirabel, and controls 100,000 m² of warehouse space in the Mirabel area.   Contact Mandi Baronas Senior Manager, Marketing Communications mandi.baronas@dematic.com  dematic.com

Atlanta, Jan. 9, 2024 -- Dematic today announced that KION Group AG (KGX.DE) has appointed Michael Larsson as President of Dematic Corp. and Member of the Executive Board of KION Group AG. Larsson succeeds Hasan Dandashly, who has retired from the company.   In his Board-assignment Larsson will also have responsibility for the KION Industrial Truck Segment (ITS) for the Americas while retaining responsibility for the Dematic Americas region.   "With his responsibility for the Dematic SCS business globally and ITS in the Americas, Michael Larsson will further drive our strong commitment to profitable growth. He will expand our integrated solutions strategy on lighthouse projects with top customers," said Rob Smith, CEO of KION GROUP AG.   “It’s a very exciting time to lead Dematic, having the opportunity to work alongside an incredible team of industry experts to build upon our proud history and serving our customers. With the industry undergoing fundamental change, driving the need for increasing levels of automation, Dematic is in a great position to lead with innovative software and technology solutions. I would like to thank Hasan for his strong contributions to the company over the last five years building a strong foundation for future growth,” said Larsson.     A 35-year veteran of Industrial Automation and Robotics, Larsson has a proven track-record as a strategic business leader with a focus on customers and people. Most recently, he served as Executive Vice President of Dematic’s Americas Region responsible for accelerating growth and driving a market-leading presence in the US, Canada, Mexico and South America. Over the past three years, as leader of the Americas Region, he successfully led the company through complex challenges during the Covid-19 Pandemic as well as historical eCommerce surges of 2021 and 2022.   Prior to joining Dematic, Larsson served as Senior Vice President and Managing Director of ABB’s Automotive Business Unit. During his 30-plus-years at ABB, he also served in increasing levels of executive leadership, as CFO and Business Leader across four continents. He has a Bachelor of Business Administration from Stockholm University School of Economics in Sweden.   About Dematic  Dematic designs, builds, and supports intelligent automated solutions empowering and sustaining the future of commerce for its customers in manufacturing, warehousing, and distribution. With research and development engineering centers, manufacturing facilities, and service centers located in more than 35 countries, the Dematic global network of over 11,000 employees has helped achieve successful customer installations for some of the world’s leading brands. Headquartered in Atlanta, Dematic is a member of KION Group, one of the world’s leading suppliers of industrial trucks and supply chain solutions.    For more information about Dematic, visit dematic.com or follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and X, formerly known as Twitter.    Contact  Yolanda Kokayi Senior Director, Global Communications & Brand Yolanda.kokayi@dematic.com

ATLANTA and REDWOOD CITY, Calif. – August 22, 2022 — Today, Dematic announced a strategic partnership with warehouse robotics provider, Dexterity, to offer full-task robotics as part of Dematic intelligent automation solutions. This marks the next step in a highly beneficial relationship in which Dematic will sell and deploy Dexterity robotics globally and facilitate Dexterity’s entry into the European market.    Retailers and distributors around the globe are currently looking to automation to meet their most pressing business needs. By combining trusted expertise in advanced supply chain solutions with premier robotics technology, the Dematic/Dexterity partnership will provide fully integrated, autonomous and scalable solutions to the market — from specific subsystems to complete operations. Dematic will deploy robotic systems already contracted with Dexterity’s consumer goods manufacturing, retail, and parcel customers as well as sell and deploy Dexterity solutions within its own warehouse, distribution, and order fulfillment customers over the next several years.    Dexterity’s SaaS-based robotic intelligence platform turns standard industrial robotic arms into full-task robots with a sense of touch, vision, and the ability to learn and multitask. Full-task robots solve some of the most difficult operational challenges, including creating mixed-SKU pallets, singulating and inducting items, and fulfilling orders.  To date, over 37 million goods have been picked by Dexterity robots in warehouses across the United States contributing to the refined algorithms and advanced machine learning (ML) that have enabled efficiencies in labor, material flow and system efficiency.    Dexterity’s approach to its robotics platform aligns seamlessly with Dematic’s systems and software roadmap. This partnership accelerates Dematic’s ability to offer customers adaptable and autonomous solutions that increase the flexibility of fixed automation solutions and reduce dependency on labor.        The partnership will help elevate customer confidence in robotics. Now, for supply chain challenges best solved with the operational advantages of robotics, Dematic and Dexterity will work together to deliver and support modular solutions — from initiation and planning to execution and live operations.     “Our growing partnership with Dexterity is yet another example of Dematic taking the necessary steps to continue to be a software and technology leader,” said Hasan Dandashly, President, Dematic, KION Group Executive Board Member. “As a leader, we provide our customers with the intelligent solutions they require for success, and fully integrated robotic solutions fit hand-in-glove with that.”    “Dexterity-powered robots have increased the market demand for flexible automation that can operate in existing workflows and infrastructure,” said Dexterity CEO Samir Menon. “Partnering with an industry leader like Dematic will accelerate Dexterity customers deploying robots and greatly expand the global reach of Dexterity robots.”    “Dematic has been at the forefront of driving new technology adoption for more than 200 years. The supply chain of tomorrow calls for holistically integrated robots that see, touch, and reason, helping our customers scale their operations like never before,” said Dean Priebe, Dematic’s Senior Director of the Robotics Center of Excellence. “We’re excited to add Dexterity to our portfolio of partners to enhance customer supply chains with this transformative and differentiated new technology.”    The first Dematic-deployed Dexterity robot system is scheduled to be deployed in Q4 2022.    About Dematic  Dematic designs, builds, and supports intelligent automated solutions empowering and sustaining the future of commerce for its customers in manufacturing, warehousing, and distribution. With research and development engineering centers, manufacturing facilities, and service centers located in more than 35 countries, the Dematic global network of over 11,000 employees has helped achieve approximately 8,000 worldwide customer installations for some of the world’s leading brands. Headquartered in Atlanta, Dematic is a member of KION Group, one of the world’s leading suppliers of industrial trucks and supply chain solutions.    For more information about Dematic, visit dematic.com or follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter.    About Dexterity  Dexterity, Inc. creates full time equivalent robot solutions for logistics, warehouses, and supply chain customers. The company’s software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform equips robots with the vision, sense of touch, and intelligence to multi-task, handle complicated goods, fit within existing workflows, and achieve beyond human throughput in repetitive tasks. Dexterity solves labor shortages by delegating material handling work — such as sortation, palletizing, and fulfillment — so employees can focus on higher-level, cognitive work. The company’s full-stack robotics systems are in production 24/7 with a support and performance guarantee. Dexterity’s robots excel in existing infrastructure with unpredictable environments. Learn more at www.dexterity.ai.   Contact Jason Rollins, APR  jason.rollins@dematic.com    Michael Perry  michaelperry@dexterity.ai