The Robotics Group Blog
The Robotics Group (TRG) represents suppliers of robotic systems and solutions for material handling in manufacturing and distribution. Members collaborate on promoting awareness, education, and adoption of robotics technologies. Explore articles on robotics applications, technology developments, and industry trends.
The Robotics Group (TRG) are leading manufacturers, integrators, consultants, and component suppliers of robotic solutions designed specifically for warehousing and distribution applications. Traditionally, industrial robots in material handling applications have been limited to palletizing/depalletizing, conveyor picking, or other highly-repetitive tasks. Technology advancements are creating opportunities for robots and automated machinery in a wider variety of applications, including warehousing and distribution center activities. TRG conducts education and outreach with the goal of fostering technology adoption in this rapidly changing industry sector. Mission Our team of technology leaders inspires user confidence and fosters the adoption of robotic solutions to drive efficiency in supply chain applications. TRG member companies meet regularly to identify methods of promoting adoption of robotic and automated solutions in material handling applications. We identify barriers to adoption and understand the voice of the customer while creating opportunities to encourage the transition of automated technologies to promote supply chain efficiency. TRG programs include: The development of educational and training materials; A voice in the development and maintenance of national and international standards; The communication of the benefits of robotic and automated solutions via trade shows, educational forums, and other national and regional seminars.
Blog Posts (60)
Managing Expectations During Warehouse Robotics Implementation
By Warehouse Automation Blog
Here are 8 misconceptions companies encounter during warehouse robotics implementation & the realities organizations should prepare for.
Tags: Blog, TRG, Technology, Labor, maintenance, roi, Workforce
AMHE (Automated Material Handling Equipment) & EU CRA (Cyber Resilience Act)
By Warehouse Automation Blog
The EU CRA is a recently enacted regulation that enforces minimum cybersecurity requirements on any PDE placed into the market.
Tags: Blog, TRG, Safety, Cyber Security, Data Analytics, digital tools, OEM
Increased Demand for Robotic Packaging and Solutions
By Warehouse Automation Blog
With fewer people to fill labor-intensive warehousing jobs from picking to packaging, robotics and other automation is there to fill the void.
Tags: Blog, TRG, SLAM, AGV, AMR, automation solutions, labor shortages, packaging, Robotic Picking
Things to Consider Before You Automate
By Warehouse Automation Blog
When a solution provider evaluates an opportunity to automate, the process begins long before any technology is selected.
Tags: Blog, TRG, Technology, Automated Facility, Automation Implementation, Conveyor, Palletization, Robots, roi
Scaling Warehouse Automation: Insights from the Field
By Warehouse Automation Blog
With robotics implementation in distribution centers, common patterns & lessons are guiding successful deployment & scaling warehouse
Tags: Blog, TRG, Technology, Automation, Distribution Center, Flexible Automation, Safety, warehouse
From Vision to Reality: Implementing Robotics in the Modern Supply Chain
By Warehouse Automation Blog
As robotics continues to revolutionize supply chain operations, successful implementation goes beyond simply acquiring the latest technology.
Tags: Blog, TRG, Technology
Flexibility vs. Predictability in Mobile Automation: What Facilities Should Really Be Considering
By Warehouse Automation Blog
Explore flexibility vs. predictability in mobile automation to choose the right fit between AGVs and AMRs.
Tags: Blog, MAG, TRG, Automatic Guided Vehicle (AGV), Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR), Flexible Automation, mobile Automation
The Path to Lights Out
By Warehouse Automation Blog
Does 'lights out' mean full automation with no human involvement, or does it still allow for some human intervention?"
Tags: Blog, TRG, Automation, Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR), OEM, The Robotics Group
Maximizing ROI and Mitigating Risks with Robotics
By Warehouse Automation Blog
A look around the showroom of a trade show will feature everything from traditional fixed arms to autonomous mobile robots, & even humanoids.
Tags: Blog, TRG, Technology, Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR), Co-Bots, Human-Robot Collaborations, OEM, Robotic Integration
Demystifying Robots
By Warehouse Automation Blog
Mobile robots and industrial arm machines are well suited to a variety of environments, but it’s key to understand how.
Tags: Blog, TRG, Workforce, AI, Automatic Guided Vehicle (AGV), Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR), fixed arms, labor shortages, Robots
How Robots Positively Impact the Labor Shortage
By Warehouse Automation Blog
With an ongoing labor shortage, many companies are turning to robots for help. But what does that look like exactly?
Tags: Blog, TRG, Workforce, labor shortages, Robots
Investing in Robots with Low Risk
By Warehouse Automation Blog
Even with all the benefits that come with investing in robots, you want to ensure you keep your risks low.
Tags: Blog, TRG, Technology, digital twin, investment, OEM, Robots
Improving your AMR Efficiencies
By Warehouse Automation Blog
Improved sensing technology, enhanced capabilities, machine learning and improved integration—the AMR market is surging.
Tags: Blog, TRG, Technology, AMR, Machine Learning, OEM, Robotics
Podcast: Maximizing ROI and Mitigating Risks in Robotics Investments
By Warehouse Automation Blog
In this episode of the MHI Industry Leadership Podcast, hosts Christian Dow and Frank Schwartz welcome two industry veterans, Matt Bush, VP of Technology…
Tags: Blog, TRG, investment, risk, Robotics, roi
Humans and Robots Work Well Together
By Warehouse Automation Blog
Today’s autonomous mobile robots, AGVs, and fixed robotic arms not only boosting productivity, but enhancing the work your associates perform.
Tags: Blog, TRG, Technology, Automatic Guided Vehicle, Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR), productivity, Robots
Justifying Robotics, Part II
By Warehouse Automation Blog
When it comes to adding mobile robotics to your operations, topping the list of concerns and tasks is justifying the expense.
Tags: Blog, TRG, Technology, Ergonomics, mobile Automation, productivity, Robots, roi
How to Justify the Cost of Robotics – Part 1
By Warehouse Automation Blog
In today’s industrial environment, the prospect of labor savings, a key “hard” benefit, can help make a strong case for robotics like AMRs.
Tags: Blog, TRG, Technology, Automated Solutions, Automation, Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR), E-Commerce, inventory strategy, productivity
Robot Safety
By Warehouse Automation Blog
To ensure robot safety, have a safe landing in your organization, you need to work closely with your OEM and/or integrator.
Tags: Blog, TRG, Technology, OEM, Robot, Robotic Safety, Robotics, sensors, standards
Adding Robots to the Cold Chain
By Warehouse Automation Blog
Robotics in manufacturing and warehousing are seemingly everywhere these days, but can they also work in refrigerated environments?
Tags: Blog, ASRS, TRG, Automated Distribution Center, Cold Chain, Cold Chain Distribution, Robotic Palletizing, Robots
Podcast: Robotics and Humans: A Synergistic Workforce
By Warehouse Automation Blog
Podcast exploring how robotic automation not only enhances operational efficiency but the lives and work conditions of human associates.
Tags: Blog, TRG, Automation, Collaboration, Robots
Reimagining Warehouse Boundaries with Robots
By Warehouse Automation Blog
One of the biggest reasons robots are having a big moment in warehousing right now is that there’s a persistent labor shortage.
Tags: Blog, TRG, Technology, Automated Warehouse, productivity, warehouse
Robotics 101
By Warehouse Automation Blog
Mobile robotics are taking on an increasingly larger role in the warehousing environment, but that hasn’t always been the case.
Tags: Blog, TRG, AGV, AI, Automated Vehicle, Autonomous Mobile Robot, warehouse
Robotics in the Warehouse
By Warehouse Automation Blog
Robots in warehousing come in many flavors, from articulating arms that pick up and move items to shuttle systems like ASRS, to AMRs and AGVs.
Tags: Blog, TRG, ASRS, Productivity, Workforce, AGV, AMR, Automated Guided Vehicles, Automated Storage And Retrieval System, Autonomous Mobile Robot, Palletizing, productivity, Robots, Shuttle ASRS
Order Orchestration Optimization Through Robots
By Warehouse Automation Blog
Orchestrating work flows by integrating robots into the mix, a level of automation that allows your processes to flow more smoothly.
Tags: Blog, TRG, Technology, Automation, Autonomous Mobile Robot, Robotics, workflow
Working in Harmony
By Warehouse Automation Blog
With automated guided vehicles (AGVs) and autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), robots and humans together make for a more productive warehouse.
Tags: Blog, MAG, TRG, Automated Guided Vehicles, Automated Warehouse, Autonomous Mobile Robot, Robots, warehouse
Robotics in Logistics, Part 2 - You’ve Decided to Add Robots — Now What?
By Warehouse Automation Blog
If you’ve been investigating robots & have determined their addition is justified, you are ready for the next step in your journey.
Tags: Blog, TRG, AMR, Robotics
Robots in Logistics Pt. 1
By Warehouse Automation Blog
Before you begin a robotics project, you must analyze your existing manual operations and ensure you’ve optimized them.
Tags: Blog, TRG, ASRS, AGV, AMR, Robots
Will Robots Change Your Warehouse Culture?
By Warehouse Automation Blog
Employees may have concerns when you add AMRs or articulated arms (robots) to the floor—here’s how to make them more comfortable.
Tags: Blog, TRG, AMR, cobot, Robotics
Making Safety a Priority with Robotics
By Warehouse Automation Blog
Industrial robots are revolutionizing warehousing operations. In the rush to add robotics, pay attention to basic safety guidelines.
Tags: Blog, TRG, Safety, Robotics
Robots Make Work Easier for Humans
By Warehouse Automation Blog
In the warehouse, robots aren’t replacing humans any time soon. But they are making the workers safer and their jobs easier.
Tags: Blog, TRG, AMR, Efficiency, Robots
When Flooring Takes Center Stage in Robotics
By Warehouse Automation Blog
Flooring surfaces over which robots transport goods are an often-overlooked aspect of automation, but could prove costly if not addressed.
Tags: Blog, TRG, AGV, AMR, flooring, Robotics
How Robotics can Increase Your Throughput
By Warehouse Automation Blog
With robotics in your warehouse, you can increase your throughput and customer satisfaction while reducing friction.
Tags: Blog, TRG, Productivity, efficiency, Robotics, throughput
Sharing Best Practices – Post Implementation
By Warehouse Automation Blog
Best practices for proper hardware & software maintenance, data management & communication to continuously optimize your robotic deployment.
Tags: Blog, TRG, best practices, inventory strategy, post-implementation, Robotics, Supply Chain
How to Avoid Potential Pitfalls of Robotics Ownership
By Warehouse Automation Blog
Robotics can be a valuable addition to your operations, but there are some potential pitfalls to be aware of before taking ownership.
Tags: Blog, TRG, Automation, maintenance, RAAS, Robotics, TCO
Your Guide to Successful Metrics for Automation Implementation
By Warehouse Automation Blog
Quantifying metrics when implementing automation is crucial to track and verify progress towards a specific goal.
Tags: Blog, TRG, Automation, labor savings, metrics, Robotics, roi, throughput
Orchestrating Workflows within your Distribution Center
By Warehouse Automation Blog
Operations need innovative solutions and workflows to drive continuous improvement while maintaining affordable unit economics.
Tags: Blog, TRG, Productivity, AMR, Automated Fulfillment, Automated Warehouse, Automation, Collaborative Robotics, erp, fes, mes, oms, Robot, Robotics, WCS, WES, WMS, workflow
Justifying Robotics in Your Operations
By Warehouse Automation Blog
Before you can secure funding for robotics, you’ll need to prove your case. With the right approach you can justify and secure funding.
Tags: Blog, TRG, Productivity, Automated Distribution Center, Automated Warehouse, Collaborative Robotics, funding, Robot, Robotic Material Handling, Robotics, roi
Robots are Becoming the Norm
By Warehouse Automation Blog
For a variety of reasons, the ROI for robotic implementation has never been better. Robots are Becoming the Norm.
Tags: Blog, TRG, Technology, AMR, Automation, Automation Implementation, Cobots, Robot, Robotics
Where to Begin with Robotics
By Warehouse Automation Blog
For many reasons, robots are becoming the norm rather than the exception. Here’s where to start your own robotics journey.
Tags: Blog, TRG, Education, AGV, AMR, Automated Facility, Automation, Cobots, Collaborative Robotics, MHI, Robot, Robotic Material Handling, Robotics
Robotics - The Buyer’s Journey, Part II
By Warehouse Automation Blog
Robotics systems can be a daunting investment, and the buying journey includes critical steps to reach a successful integration.
Tags: Blog, TRG, Education, Productivity, Technology, Workforce, Automated Facility, Automated Fulfillment, Automated Warehouse, Automation, Automation Implementation, Autonomous Mobile Robots, Cobots, Collaborative Robotics, Collaborative Robots, MHI, Robot, Robotic Material Handling, Robotics, Robots, Warehouse Solutions
Avoid “Pilot Purgatory” With This Six-Phase Process
By Warehouse Automation Blog
Many operations considering an investment in robots or automation struggle to get past the pilot testing phase. Here’s how to make the next move.
Tags: Blog, TRG, Education, Automated Systems, Automation, Co-Bots, Cobots, Collaborative Robots, MHI, Pilot Purgatory, Robotic Integration, Robotic Material Handling, Robotic Safety, Robotics, Robots, The Robotics Group
5 Ways Robotics Improves Conveyor And Sortation Induction
By Warehouse Automation Blog
Implementing robotic induction solutions to feed conveyors and sorters offers operations several key productivity and cost savings benefits.
Tags: Blog, CSS, TRG, Automatic Induction, Automation, Cobots, Collaborative Robots, Conveyor, Conveyors And Sortation Systems, MHI, Robot, Robotic Induction, Robotics, Robots, Sortation, Sorter
Beyond The Robot: Keys For A Successful Robotic Implementation
By Warehouse Automation Blog
To ensure an effective robotic implementation outcome, learn about the five key areas to consider and address prior to investing in a solution.
Tags: Blog, TRG, Technology, Automation, Co-Bots, Cobots, Collaborative Robots, MHI, Robotic Integration, Robotic Material Handling, Robotic Safety, Robotics, Robots, The Robotics Group
Members Of The Robotics Group Discuss Technology Adoption Challenges, Best Practices In Podcast
By Warehouse Automation Blog
Learn about this MHI Industry Group—comprised of robotics manufacturers, vendors and consultants—and how to incorporate robots into a warehouse.
Tags: Blog, TRG, SolutionsCommunity, Education, Automation, Co-Bots, Cobots, Collaborative Robots, MHI, MHI Solutions Community, Robotic Material Handling, Robotic Picking, Robotics, Robots
Key Areas, Considerations For Integrating Robotics And Automation With Conveyor And Sortation Systems
By Warehouse Automation Blog
Learn where automation and robotics best fit into existing sorter and conveyor installations, and what to consider before making an investment.
Tags: Blog, CSS, TRG, Automation, Conveyor, Conveyors And Sortation Systems, COVID, MHI, Robotics, Sortation, Sorter
Social Distancing In The Warehouse Made Easier With Robotics
By Warehouse Automation Blog
Learn how collaborative and autonomous mobile robots enables workers to maintain a safe distance apart to avoid potential exposure to viruses.
Tags: Blog, TRG, SolutionsCommunity, Workforce, Automated Distribution, Automated Distribution Center, Automated Facility, Automated Warehouse, Automation, Automation Implementation, Cobots, Collaborative Robotics, MHI, MHI Solutions Community, Robot, Robotics, Social Distancing
Think Robotics Is Out Of Reach For Small And Mid-Sized Facilities? Think Again
By Warehouse Automation Blog
New video details how affordable piece picking robots, automated vehicles and sortation systems can offer benefits for smaller operations.
Tags: Blog, TRG, SolutionsCommunity, Technology, Automated Distribution, Automated Distribution Center, Automated Facility, Automated Warehouse, Automation, Automation Implementation, Cobots, Collaborative Robotics, MHI, MHI Solutions Community, Robot, Robotics, Workforce
Mobile Robots Support Safer Fulfillment Environments During Pandemic
By Warehouse Automation Blog
Learn how robots support social distancing and increased order volumes while protecting employees with integrated, on-board safety devices.
Tags: Blog, TRG, SolutionsCommunity, Safety, Automated Distribution, Automated Distribution Center, Automated Facility, Automated Warehouse, Automation, Automation Implementation, Cobots, Collaborative Robotics, MHI, MHI Solutions, MHI Solutions Community, Robot, Robotics, Workforce
Supply Chain Adoption Trends In Collaborative Robotics
By Warehouse Automation Blog
Adoption of automated, collaborative robots is on the rise, not only due to the pandemic, but also to address labor and productivity challenges.
Tags: Blog, TRG, SolutionsCommunity, Automated Distribution, Automated Distribution Center, Automated Facility, Automated Warehouse, Automation, Cobots, Collaborative Robot, Collaborative Robotics, Human-Robot Collaborations, International Federation of Robotics (IFR), Logistics, Material Handling, MHI, MHI Solutions Community, Robotics, Robots, Roots Analysis, Workforce
Three Ways Robotic Solutions Are Addressing COVID-19 Supply Chain Challenges
By Warehouse Automation Blog
As manufacturing, fulfillment and distribution facilities struggle to maintain productivity during shutdowns, robots help pick up the slack.
Tags: Blog, TRG, SolutionsCommunity, Education, Automated Distribution, Automated Distribution Center, Automated Facility, Automated Warehouse, Automation, Automation Implementation, Cobots, Collaborative Robotics, Coronavirus, COVID, COVID-19, MHI, MHI Solutions Community, Robot, Robotics, Workforce
Calculating The Potential ROI For A Robotic Installation
By Warehouse Automation Blog
Learn how to incorporate labor variables such as turnover, absenteeism and onboarding into the justification for an investment in robotics.
Tags: Blog, TRG, SolutionsCommunity, Technology, Automation, Co-Bots, Collaborative Robots, MHI, MHI Solutions Community, Robotic Integration, Robotic Material Handling, Robotic Safety, Robotics, Robots
Besides Robots, Learn What Other Technologies Are Needed For Successful Warehouse Automation
By Warehouse Automation Blog
Thinking of installing a robotic solution? Here are some of the other types of equipment and systems that should be considered as well.
Tags: Blog, TRG, SolutionsCommunity, Technology, Automation, Co-Bots, Collaborative Robots, MHI, MHI Solutions Community, Robotic Integration, Robotic Material Handling, Robotic Safety, Robotics, Robots
Three Ways To Improve The Human-Robot Working Relationship
By Warehouse Automation Blog
Discover key steps to take prior to investing in collaborative robotics to ensure the safety of personnel who will interface with the system.
Tags: Blog, TRG, SolutionsCommunity, Workforce, Automated Distribution, Automated Distribution Center, Automated Facility, Automated Warehouse, Automation, Automation Implementation, Cobots, Collaborative Robotics, MHI, MHI Solutions Community, Robot, Robotics
Don’t Replace Employees With Robotics; Increase Their Value Instead
By Warehouse Automation Blog
Discover how mobile, collaborative robots are being designed as a tool to be used by employees and boost their importance, not to replace them.
Tags: Blog, TRG, Workforce, Automated Distribution Center, Automated Warehouse, Automation Implementation, Cobots, Collaborative Robotics, Distribution, MHIView, Robot, Robotics
Material Handling And Supply Chain Automation Discussed At U.S. Robotics Roadmap Workshop
By Warehouse Automation Blog
Industry experts contributed insights about the future role of robotics and automation in material handling and supply chain applications.
Tags: Blog, TRG, Technology, Automation, Material Handling, MHI, National Robotics Roadmap, Roadmap, Robotics, Supply Chain, The Robotics Group
Want Higher Performance Rates? Add Robotics To Human Workforce
By Warehouse Automation Blog
Learn how the addition of collaborative robotics and autonomous mobile robots to handle routine tasks supports and enhances worker efficiencies.
Tags: Blog, TRG, SolutionsCommunity, Workforce, Automated Distribution, Automated Distribution Center, Automated Facility, Automated Warehouse, Automation, Automation Implementation, Cobots, Collaborative Robotics, MHI, MHI Solutions Community, Robot, Robotics, The Robotics Group
Sustainable Parcel Delivery: Innovative Solutions Address Last Mile Challenges
By Warehouse Automation Blog
Drones, robots and electric-powered vehicles are just a few of the technologies being deployed to cut emissions and reduce delivery costs.
Tags: Blog, TRG, SolutionsCommunity, Technology, Automated Vehicle, Automation, Boxbot, Drones, Last Mile Delivery, McKinsey & Company, MHI, MHI Solutions Community, Nuro, Robot, Robotics, Starship, Udelv
Leveraging Collaborative Robotics To Address Labor Challenges
By Warehouse Automation Blog
Explore the opportunities and benefits of implementing cobots into warehousing and distribution centers to handle repetitive tasks.
Tags: Blog, TRG, SolutionsCommunity, Workforce, Automated Distribution, Automated Distribution Center, Automated Facility, Automated Warehouse, Automation, Automation Implementation, Cobots, Collaborative Robotics, MHI, MHI Solutions Community, Robot, Robotics
With Workforce Challenges Prompting Greater Interest In Robots, MHI’s New Robotics Industry Group Offers Resources
By Warehouse Automation Blog
Newest source for information on robotic deployments in distribution and fulfillment helps companies address potential barriers to adoption.
Tags: Blog, TRG, SolutionsCommunity, Workforce, Automated Distribution, Automated Facility, Automated Warehouse, Automation, Co-Bots, Collaborative Robots, Labor, MHI, MHI Solutions Community, Robotic Material Handling, Robotic Picking, Robotics, Robots
Considering Robotic Palletizing? Follow These Four Steps To Select The Right System And Supplier
By Warehouse Automation Blog
This set of guidelines will help determine if a switch from manual to robotic palletizing is right for a manufacturing or distribution facility.
Tags: Blog, CSS, TRG, Automation, Conventional Palletizing, Conveyor, MHI, Palletization, Palletizing, Palletload, Robotic Palletizing, Sortation
