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Recognizing the order fulfillment productivity gains achieved with autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) and other robotic-based goods-to-person (G2P) (GTP) technologies, the Numina Group developed RDS BatchBot™ AMR picking module, a module of its RDS™ Warehouse Execution Software (WES) platform.
RDS: Unite Workers with Robots and Wearable Technology to Achieve the Industry’s Highest Picking Rates
RDS AMR Batchbot unites AMRs and people to yields the highest picking rates in the industry – 350+ items/workers/hour!
Numina’s RDS AMR BatchBot solution arms workers with large-capacity AMRs, mobile wearable computers, wireless headsets, and hands-free barcode scan validation for fast, accurate picking.
Workers work alongside AMR mobile robots that hold each, case and pallet-picked orders and eliminate the fatiguing task of manually pushing heavy carts.
Numina’s RDS WES software platform synchronizes the AMRs and wearable technologies to create a streamlined workflow and support seamless warehouse orchestration for all fulfillment tasks.
By combining voice technology and AMRs, operators’ work tasks are unified across warehouse operations, and productivity is doubled while operators perform at the highest single-touch picking accuracy available.
Following are five compelling benefits that Numina’s RDS AMR Picking solution delivers:
Autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) and G2P robotic solutions are fast becoming a go-to technology choice in warehouse order fulfillment operations due to two key reasons:
Advancements in the latest generation robotic-based (G2P) technologies have lowered technology investment costs, making them a viable option for companies of all sizes.
As a result, “The latest generation of AMRs and robotic-based G2P is becoming more justifiable for most sizes of distribution center (DC) operations for picking, moving, and sorting of goods,” said Dan Hanrahan, CEO of the Numina Group.
From a workflow perspective, AMR picking and other goods-to-person solutions are proven to improve operations in many warehouse operational areas, including the following:
As AMRs continue to evolve, companies can apply AMRs across a broader range of picking requirements. For example, today’s AMRs can move larger payloads than earlier models, leading to even higher throughput with the same staff.
Some large-capacity AMRs can handle weights of 2,000 or more lbs. and transport optimized batches of up to 25 orders on the cart.
Large-capacity AMR pick carts can also support picking eaches and full cases on an AMR pick mission more efficiently and at a lower cost than traditional conveyor-based pick modules.
With Numina’s RDS AMR picking solution, pick operators are equipped with its latest generation, Victory Voice™ Suite, an advanced pick-by-voice technology that directs picking operators in “Meet Me Mode” by using voice instructions to direct the operator to meet the AMR at the required pick location before the AMRs arrival time.
RDS Victory Voice directs the operator’s movements. It synchronizes with AMR movement simultaneously, resulting in workers and AMR working together faster and more efficiently as they pick a larger batch of orders.
RDS AMR picking robots transport carts to only those zones that require a pick, based on the RDS Order Release module determining the shortest travel path and selection of orders with like-SKU pick locations.
RDS-optimized pick paths eliminate excess walking and reduce the fatigue due to pushing heavy carts.
The AMR and pick-by-voice solution is faster and more efficient, with voice and hands-free pick-and-put to scan confirmation to cartons and cart shelf positions to achieve 99.9% picking accuracy.
Results? Productivity increases to 250-to-350-unit picks per operator and hour.
Large-capacity AMRs can dramatically reduce your technology investment. For example, a fleet of 6 to 7 large capacity AMRs can outperform 25 lightweight 250 lb. capacity AMRs in order picking.
RDS AMR Picking Highlights:
Today, companies can choose from hundreds of warehouse robotic technologies and options to implement an AMR picking or other G2P solutions. For the best project results, it is wise to engage a knowledgeable warehouse automation partner such as the Numina Group and undertake a design-first approach to determine which GTP solution best suits your warehouse operation.
If your product profile is a good fit for a G2P system, the next step is to evaluate available options and determine which is best for your mix of products, picking, and storage needs. The results should be documented in a warehouse automation design plan to ensure successful project results.
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The Numina Group will work closely with your company to review, compare, and select the right blend of conveyors, AMRs, and G2P automation technologies to find the best technology to optimize your order fulfillment operations.
The Numina Group
10331 Werch Drive
Woodridge, IL 60517
630-343-2600
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The Numina Group
10331 Werch Drive
Woodridge, IL 60517
630-343-2600
