OSARO, a global provider of machine-learning-enabled robotics for e-commerce, is partnering with FANUC America in Rochester Hills, to expand the capabilities of FANUC’s robotic automation systems optimized for warehousing and e-commerce fulfillment.
The two companies will collaborate on go-to-market strategies, starting with the installation of an advanced piece-picking demonstration robot at FANUC’s Innovation Center in Rochester Hills.
E-commerce growth is driving sweeping change across the retail and logistics sectors, and a growing number of organizations are looking to deploy automated robotic pick-and-place systems to meet these challenges, according to the companies.
The technical and commercial partnership between the two companies uses FANUC’s line of pick-and-place with OSARO’s SightWorks vision software, which enables robots to see, perceive, grasp, and perform tasks previously done only by humans in the e-commerce fulfillment process. This combination has been engineered to apply machine-learning technology to identify and successfully pick new objects.
“E-commerce growth is driving the increased adoption of robotics and automation,” said James Cooper, general manager of authorized system integrators, certified education, and regional offices for FANUC. “Our collaboration with OSARO enables us to showcase the latest automation technologies for fulfillment operations. We look forward to working together with OSARO and our ASIs to help customers in the warehousing sector achieve their production goals.”
Several FANUC authorized system integrators have joined OSARO’s partner program, which offers one-stop access for businesses looking to deploy robotic solutions in their fulfillment operations.
The OSARO Partners Alliance provides a mechanism for AMR and ASRS vendors, integrators, distributors, third-party logistics companies, and consultants to collaborate and co-market unified solutions. The program is designed to optimize every stage of a customer’s purchasing and deployment processes through collaboration with the partners.
By deploying systems that incorporate the technology and know-how of OSARO and FANUC, businesses can take advantage of:
- Increased throughput
- Reduced dependence on labor
- Faster order processing
- Greater shipment accuracy
- Improved ROI
- A scalable solution for changing needs
- Less need for floor space