AI-Powered solution incorporates Shared Autonomy Platform for
enhanced safety and productivity at Holman multi-client
warehouse.
FEDERAL
WAY, Wash., May 14, 2024
/PRNewswire/ -- Holman Logistics (holmanusa.com) today announced a
plan to implement autonomous high-reach forklift solutions from
Third Wave Automation, a pioneer in materials handling automation,
at the Holman multi-client warehouse facility in Spanaway, Washington.
Third Wave Automation's autonomous forklifts offer flexibility
by operating in four modes: fully autonomous, remote assist, remote
operation, and manual operation. The high-reach forklifts work
alongside warehouse teams and utilize the proprietary artificial
intelligence (AI)-powered Shared Autonomy Platform, enabling a
single operator to manage multiple forklifts simultaneously.
Operators can execute and monitor workflows and configure warehouse
zones dynamically to improve efficiency and safety.
"We are excited to explore the impact Third Wave Automation's
autonomous solution can have as an integral component of our
operations. This technology provides an opportunity not only to
help us to maintain our industry-leading safety standards but also
to have Holman be among the first companies to deploy such an
innovative solution in warehousing and distribution operations,"
stated Brien Downie, president of
Holman Logistics.
Holman Logistics will be able to automate a variety of material
handling tasks including managing full-pallet inbound movements,
racking, picking of pallets to outbound dock floor positions, and
replenishing empty locations. The Third Wave state-of-the-art
forklifts also provide improved visibility and collision avoidance.
They leverage obstacle detection systems, guided by 3D lidar and 3D
camera feeds, to offer remote operators insights into the location
of potential obstacles, even those not visible to the naked
eye.
"Third Wave Automation is directly addressing the core
challenges faced by many warehouse operators," said Arshan Poursohi, Third Wave co-founder and CEO.
"Bringing the power of AI, automation, and shared autonomy to
intelligent forklifts enables us to deliver world-class performance
while driving greater productivity and ensuring safety on the
warehouse floor."
"This new forklift technology can also provide career
enhancement opportunities for current lift operators by allowing
them to spend more time helping to make operational planning
decisions rather than completing tedious, repetitive tasks," Downie
added. "Third Wave Automation forklifts support our strategic
initiative of using technology to operate safely as well as
efficiently."
About Holman Logistics
Holman has a long history of continuous operation since its
founding in 1864. Today, Holman provides logistics support,
including warehousing, manufacturing logistics, omnichannel
fulfillment, and transportation services for customers in the
business-to-business and business-to-consumer marketplace. In
addition, Holman provides services for multi-client and dedicated
accounts at Holman-owned and customer locations across the United States. More information is
available at holmanusa.com.
About Third Wave Automation
Third Wave Automation was founded in 2018 in Union City, California, to alleviate
increasing supply chain stress using intelligent automation
products and services. Third Wave Automation's products, the TWA
Reach and TWA Extended Reach, are the only high-reach forklift
automation solutions on the market today that offer users the
flexibility to deploy their fleet in four modes – fully autonomous,
remote operation, remote assist, and manual operation. Third Wave
Automation brings people and automated systems together to improve
throughput, efficiency, and safety beyond what people or automation
could achieve alone.
Leveraging machine learning and artificial intelligence to
create its Shared Autonomy Platform, Third Wave Automation's Armada
Fleet Management System provides the visibility and tools needed to
effectively manage fleets of automated high-reach forklifts and
respond to edge cases in a timely and effective manner. The Third
Wave Automation solution easily integrates into existing workflows
without costly infrastructure changes commonly required by
traditional automation solutions. Customers immediately realize the
benefits from day one. For more information, visit
thirdwave.ai.
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