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GreyOrange to showcase expanded AI-powered Butler range at LogiMat 2018 for autonomous order fulfilment

By Wei Zhang
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Robotics and supply chain automation company, GreyOrange, will launch its new goods-to-person Butler XL at LogiMat 2018, the 16th International Trade Fair for Intralogistics Solutions and Process Management in Stuttgart, Germany on 13-15 March.

With the new ButlerTM XL, GreyOrange expands the range of goods-to-person solutions that can be used in manufacturing facilities and omnichannel warehouses, to move different kinds of loads from raw materials to finished goods. The Butler XL can handle a payload of 1600 kgs (3500 lbs) including pallets, drums and sacks. Designed to work in tandem with the current Butler system, this makes it easy to add its new capabilities to existing operations.

The new Butler robotics system will support multi-floor operations with the integration of an elevator. This provides greater flexibility to optimise handling of inventory across a facility.

GreyOrange to showcase expanded AI-powered Butler range at LogiMat 2018 for autonomous order fulfilment

GreyOrange is a fast-growing company in supply chain automation, deploying its AI-enabled ButlerTM robotics system in warehouses and fulfilment centers for e-commerce, retail and consumer packaged goods. In the last year. GreyOrange has rapidly expanded its presence with its Butler goods-to-person system deployed in Japan, Hong Kong, India and the Americas, plus a new site currently being installed in Europe.

Samay Kohli, Group Chief Executive Officer, GreyOrange, said, “The Butler goods-to-person robotics solution has been very well received since its launch. The Logistics industry has made huge strides in terms of adopting new technologies, and worldwide we are seeing increasing interest in our automation solutions driven by Artificial Intelligence. At LogiMat we will demonstrate how our expanded range of Butler products addresses supply chain complexities to deliver end-to-end efficiencies from inbound, inventory management to outbound. We invite everyone to our Stand to get a demo of our new products and see its advantages.”

GreyMatter is the software platform developed by GreyOrange to revolutionise warehouse operations by connecting people, process and technology more efficiently using Artificial Intelligence. In real-time, it integrates and delivers all of the functionality, intelligence and services required for optimum warehouse operations. At every step of the process, from receiving to storage to picking to fulfillment, orders are consolidated through automation.

Questions & Answers

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What is the primary function of the new Butler XL system that GreyOrange is showing?

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The Butler XL expands GreyOrange's goods-to-person solutions, designed for manufacturing facilities and omnichannel warehouses. It moves various loads, from raw materials to finished goods, and can handle a payload of 1600 kgs.

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How does the new Butler robotics system enhance inventory management flexibility in a facility?

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The new Butler robotics system supports multi-floor operations through the integration of an elevator. This feature provides greater flexibility, optimising the handling of inventory across different levels within a facility.

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What is GreyMatter and how does it contribute to warehouse operations?

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GreyMatter is a software platform developed by GreyOrange that uses Artificial Intelligence to revolutionise warehouse operations. It integrates all functionality and intelligence needed for optimum operations, from receiving to fulfilment, consolidating orders through automation.

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