Amazon debuts seven supply chain robots in last-mile facility

Zancasort helps ergonomically sort packages.

Amazon is rolling out a number of new robots that will help take on heavy lifting and repetitive tasks at a delivery station in Germany.

The online giant’s last mile innovation center in Dortmund, Germany serves as a delivery station where packages are loaded into delivery vehicles and delivered to customers. At the facility, Amazon is currently utilizing seven new robotic supply chain solutions:

Tipper

This automated solution eliminates the need for manual package unloading. Instead of physically removing packages from carts, employees bring carts to this system, which then automatically transfers packages onto the conveyor belt and reduces physical strain while maintaining efficient package flow.

Echelon and six-sided scanner

After packages are transferred to the conveyor belt, the Echelon system manages package flow while a complementary six-sided scanner automatically captures package information from every angle. Together, these solutions eliminate the need for manual scanning and handling, creating a more streamlined process.

Agility and Matrix

Deeper io the facility, the Agility and Matrix systems determine optimal paths for package sorting, minimizing the need for employees to push, reach for, or manually handle packages, creating a more efficient and ergonomic work environment.

Zancasort

ZancaSort brings packages and their designated bags directly to employees at an ergonomic height, eliminating the need for workers to walk through numerous aisles or reach to stack parcels. They place packages into their designated bags, making the process more efficient and comfortable.