S&S Activewear (S&S), an apparel distributor, has announced an expansion of its partnership with Körber Supply Chain and the deployment of Geek+ robotics solutions at three warehouse sites across the Americas.
This collaboration aims to optimise on-site staff, order quality and delivery efficiencies to meet the rising demands of a rapidly evolving market, the robotics company said in statement.
The partnership began with the deployment of 340 Geek+ robots at a 750,000ft2 S&S site in Lockport, Illinois, marking Körber’s largest robotics collaboration. This move underscores a major commitment to pioneering solutions in the apparel industry.
“Warehouse solutions are a core area of Körber’s expertise, and we look forward to expanding our partnership with S&S,” said Sean Elliott, CTO and acting CEO Software, Körber Business Area Supply Chain.
“Our robotics offerings are designed to scale with the speed and size of business, optimising warehouse operations so organisations can focus on value-driven activities to support larger overall goals.”
Geek+ PopPick robotics solutions formed a key part of the deployment, with the intention of optimising warehouse processes. The robots move inventory stored in totes to pick stations, incorporating autonomous mobility and slotting of inventory to ensure a streamlined flow within the warehouse.
Since the partnership’s inception, S&S Activewear has reportedly seen significant successes.
The system, which Geek+ says is capable of supporting more than 4,500 lines per hour through 24 picking stations, has proven effective in enhancing speed and efficiency in warehouse operations, order fulfilment and quality assurance.
“Our longstanding partnership with Körber has been crucial in bringing our revolutionary solutions to a wider audience,” said Randy Randolph, director of channel partner sales at Geek+.
“This deployment with S&S highlights the huge impact of our mobile robots in helping retailers meet the crush of e-commerce orders while improving quality and efficiency.”
