Locus Robotics and Kimball Midwest Recognized for Best Use of Robotics at 2026 Awards
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Locus Robotics and Kimball Midwest have been awarded the Best Use of Robotics at the 2026 Supply Chain Excellence Awards. This recognition highlights their successful three-site automation program, which has achieved over 13.2 million robotic-assisted lines picked and doubled putaway productivity. The award was presented on September 15 at Union Station in Dallas.
The significance of this achievement lies in the program's impressive return on investment, realized in under one year. This showcases the effectiveness of robotics in enhancing supply chain operations and productivity, setting a benchmark for other organizations in the industry. The collaboration between Locus Robotics and Kimball Midwest exemplifies how innovative automation solutions can drive efficiency.
Looking ahead, the continued advancements in warehouse automation technology will be crucial for maintaining competitive advantages in supply chain management. As companies increasingly adopt robotic solutions, it will be important to monitor further developments and implementations in this space. No further timeline was disclosed at the time of publication.
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