Geek+, a provider of advanced robotics and AI technologies for automated logistics solutions, and Bosch Rexroth, a supplier of drive and control systems, have signed a deal to co-develop and leverage technologies for the advancement of autonomous mobile robots (AMRs).
Together, both companies aim to develop value-added solutions for Geek+ customers to improve their logistics operations.
“Geek+ is committed to working with exceptional technology and supply chain companies to create a strong technological and industrial ecosystem, and jointly form an intelligent and agile supply chain,” said Yong Zheng, founder and CEO of Geek+.
“We are very pleased to cooperate with Bosch Rexroth to develop the most cutting-edge mobile robotics and smart logistics technologies and deliver even more value to our current and future customers.”
According to market research consultancy Interact Analysis, Geek+ currently has a 10% share of the global AMR market. Its customers currently include Nike, Decathlon, Walmart, and Dell, among others.
Bosch Rexroth’s Intralogistics Robotics project provides modular software and hardware components for a wide range of automated guided vehicle manufacturers.
Jörg Heckel, Intralogistics Robotics project director, Bosch Rexroth, added: “Geek+ has presented a flexible, professional and collaborative mindset to meet the fast growing demands of automation projects. We are looking forward to shaping a dynamic robotics market together.”
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Geek+ (stand 430) will be at IntraLogisteX 2020, which will take place on 28 and 29 July at the Ricoh Arena, Coventry. The exhibition was rescheduled in the light of the coronavirus pandemic.
