Robotic Singulator
April 1, 2019
Material Handling Systems, Inc. (MHS) combines advanced computer vision, controls, gripping technology and a 5-axis delta robot to automate the task of singulating items in preparation for sorter induction.
Suitable for parcel processing operations handling bulk quantities of smaller-size packages, the robot uses proprietary vision software and algorithms to pick individual items from bulk flow then properly orient them and place them in a single-file stream for downstream processes. The solution uses a vacuum-based end effector with a variety of suction cups to handle packaging types commonly found in e-commerce and parcel processing environments, from rigid corrugate cases to malleable polybags.
"For distribution centers struggling to find and retain labor for repetitive material handling tasks, the robotic singulator from MHS enables them to reassign employees to higher-value tasks while achieving performance that matches or exceeds manual processes," said a company spokesperson. "Compared to conveyor-based singulation machines, the robotic solution has a much smaller footprint and reduced labor requirements." In addition to preparing items for downstream sortation processes, the robotic singulation technology is suited for a variety of manufacturing and distribution applications.
For more information contact:
MHS, Inc.
131 Griffin Way
Mt. Washington, KY 40047
502-636-0690
information@mhsinc.net
www.mhsinc.net
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