Locus Robotics And Geodis Celebrate '10 Million Units Picked' At US Distribution Facility Robotics & Automation News

Locus Robotics , a warehouse automation company, working with its customer, Geodis , a global logistics provider, has surpassed 10 million units picked using Locus's warehouse automation solution at its Carlisle, Pennsylvania, distribution center.

The companies say the milestone achievement further demonstrates the transformative impact of Locus warehouse automation technology on productivity, operational efficiency, and unmatched flexibility at an“unprecedented scale”.

Rick Faulk, CEO, Locus Robotics, says:“As a trusted collaborator for more than six years, Geodis is setting new standards for speed and efficiency within its facilities.

“The Locus solution has helped Geodis do more than just increase productivity. We're improving workplace ergonomics and employee safety, while making it easier for workers to do their jobs with robotics automation.”

Geodis and Locus Robotics have worked together since 2018, picking over 100 million units across all Geodis' operations worldwide.

The 575,000-square-foot Geodis distribution facility in Carlisle manages omnichannel consumer order fulfillment in the Midwest and Eastern United States on behalf of a major global consumer electronics company.

Kevin Stock, executive vice president of engineering at Geodis in Americas, says:“With the holiday shipping season at peak levels, it is more evident than ever just how critical warehouse efficiency is to maintaining a healthy and productive supply chain.

“Warehouse automation brings incredible value to helping us navigate the challenge of managing increased volumes all year long, but especially during this demanding time of year.

“Throughout our relationship, we've seen Locus Robotics' powerful, AI-driven automation complement our teammates and dramatically increase productivity levels where deployed throughout our global operations.”

The milestone comes as part of the two companies' expanded agreement signed in 2022 to deploy a total of 1,000 LocusBots at Geodis' worldwide warehouse locations. The agreement represented one of the industry's largest autonomous mobile robot deals to date.

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