Stacking a random sequence of previously unknown boxes on a pallet in a stable and efficient way remains one of the most difficult challenges in warehouse automation, according to Progressive Robotics P.C. It announced today “on-the-fly mixed-case robotic palletizing that thinks and adapts in real time.”
“Workers are still climbing on ladders to build pallets by playing Tetris with boxes to find the perfect fit,” stated Fotis Dimeas, co-founder and CEO of Progressive Robotics.
The Thessaloniki, Greece-based company said it is working to make robotics more accessible to small and midsize businesses (SMBs). Its systems support single-case and mixed-case palletizing software, and it offers a return-on-investment (ROI) calculator.
AI assists robotic palletizing
“Our mixed-case palletizing solution represents a quantum leap forward in warehouse automation, solving a challenge that has plagued the industry for decades,” asserted Progressive Robotics.
The company said its artificial intelligence-powered product does not require sequencing for mixed pallets. It claimed that its AI stacking algorithm has been trained on millions of sequences to infer the optimal position for a box in milliseconds and improves over time.
A computer vision system identifies and measures any product with sub-millimeter accuracy, while the technology generates smooth and collision-free robot motion, according to Progressive. The palletizing system can also conduct grasp planning for tight placement of boxes.
In addition, the AI-driven system uses 100% of a robot’s throughput, and it efficiently creates stable pallets, even with a single box on the buffer, the company said.
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Progressive Robotics exhibits at Automatica
Progressive Robotics, which raised €1.6 million ($1.8 million U.S.) in January, asserted that its mixed-case palletizing system can maximize throughput, minimize cost, and reduce the warehouse footprint.
The company is exhibiting this week at Stand 100 in Hall B4 at Automatica in Munich, Germany. It is providing live demonstrations of the new palletizing system.
In addition, Progressive said its engineering team will give technical presentations, engage in one-on-one consultations, offer custom integration planning sessions, and preview upcoming features.
