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According to DC Velocity staff reporters, The Raymond Corp. recently showed a prototype automated lift truck that uses Seegrid's vision-guided technology to move through a warehouse. The vehicle can operate either man-aboard or without a driver, changing from one mode to another in less than a second by the flip of a switch. The automated truck is designed to reduce labor costs by eliminating the need for people to make repetitive "milk-run" type deliveries within a facility, leaving them free to concentrate on more complex tasks.

Lorie King Rogers, Associate Editor for Modern Materials Handling, recently profiled the new Seegrid solution, the GC4, a vision-guided robotic standup forklift.

In the current issue of Brazil Quality magazine, supply chain best practices include a discussion that vision-guided robotic trucks are a better solution than expensive automated guided vehicle systems (AGVs), according to manufacturing journalist, Thomas R. Cutler, especially when you do not need all the bells and whistles. The feature is titled: Automated Guided Vehicles Compromise Quality: Robotic Industrial Trucks Better Solution.

Savings, safety, and productivity are offered by all Seegrid’s Robotic Industrial Trucks. At MODEX 2012 Seegrid announced a product so advanced, it is simple. The unmanned GC4 provides the ultimate in Robotic Industrial Truck automation and flexibility. Built on an off-the-shelf Class I forklift chassis and equipped with Seegrid’s vision-guided autonomous navigation system, the GC4 automatically transports palletized loads throughout manufacturing and warehouse environments without the need for facility modifications, wires, tapes or lasers.

Seegrid is the pioneer and leading provider of high volume commercial driverless navigation solutions for off-the-shelf industrial trucks. Seegrid has developed the first robotic automation system focused on seamlessly converting Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) commercial vehicles into Guided by Seegrid robotic vehicles.

2012 Carnegie Science Award Honorable Mentions include Seegrid for Corporate Innovation. Carnegie Science Center is dedicated to inspiring learning and curiosity by connecting science and technology with everyday life. By making science both relevant and fun, the Science Center’s goal is to increase science literacy in the region to motivate young people to seek careers in science and technology. One of the four Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh, the Science Center is Pittsburgh’s premier science exploration destination, reaching more than 700,000 people annually through its hands-on exhibits, camps, classes, and off-site education programs.

Savings, safety, and productivity are offered by all Seegrid’s Robotic Industrial Trucks. At MODEX 2012 Seegrid announced a product so advanced, it is simple. The unmanned GC4 provides the ultimate in Robotic Industrial Truck automation and flexibility. Built on an off-the-shelf Class I forklift chassis and equipped with Seegrid’s vision-guided autonomous navigation system, the GC4 automatically transports palletized loads throughout manufacturing and warehouse environments without the need for facility modifications, wires, tapes or lasers.

Seegrid is the pioneer and leading provider of high volume commercial driverless navigation solutions for off-the-shelf industrial trucks. Seegrid has developed the first robotic automation system focused on seamlessly converting Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) commercial vehicles into Guided by Seegrid robotic vehicles.

Carnegie Science Center announced the winners of its 2012 Carnegie Science Awards, sponsored by Eaton Corporation. Carnegie Science Center established the Carnegie Science Awards program in 1997 to recognize and promote outstanding science and technology achievements in western Pennsylvania. Celebrating its 16th year, the Carnegie Science Awards have honored the accomplishments of more than 300 individuals and organizations that have improved lives through their commitment and contributions in science and technology.

Seegrid View provides data to better understand forklift utilization and workflow patterns in only thirty days. Seegrid View is the easiest and fastest way to understand if there is an opportunity for robotic trucks to improve facility effectiveness. Seegrid View produces specific, actionable information concerning labor savings, routing, and flow optimization.

Savings, safety, and productivity are offered by all Seegrid’s Robotic Industrial Trucks. At MODEX 2012 Seegrid is announcing a product so advanced, it is simple. The unmanned GC4 provides the ultimate in Robotic Industrial Truck automation and flexibility. Built on an off-the-shelf Class I forklift chassis and equipped with Seegrid’s vision-guided autonomous navigation system, the GC4 automatically transports palletized loads throughout manufacturing and warehouse environments without the need for facility modifications, wires, tapes or lasers.

Today Carnegie Science Center announced the winners of its 2012 Carnegie Science Awards, sponsored by Eaton Corporation. Carnegie Science Center established the Carnegie Science Awards program in 1997 to recognize and promote outstanding science and technology achievements in western Pennsylvania. Celebrating its 16th year, the Carnegie Science Awards have honored the accomplishments of more than 300 individuals and organizations that have improved lives through their commitment and contributions in science and technology.

Seegrid is the pioneer and leading provider of high volume commercial driverless navigation solutions for off-the-shelf industrial trucks. Seegrid has developed the first robotic automation system focused on seamlessly converting Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) commercial vehicles into Guided by Seegrid robotic vehicles.

Lift’n Buddy Press Conference will be held Tuesday at MODEX 2012 in Atlanta, GA. Exhibiting at booth 1829, Ergologistics is proud to participate in one the largest expositions for manufacturing, distribution and supply chain solutions in the Americas in 2012. The show is designed to offer supply chain efficiency solutions, learning opportunities and information by the products and services of exceptional companies.

Seegrid View provides data to better understand forklift utilization and workflow patterns in only thirty days. Seegrid View is the easiest and fastest way to understand if there is an opportunity for robotic trucks to improve facility effectiveness. Seegrid View produces specific, actionable information concerning labor savings, routing, and flow optimization.

Ergologistics manufactures innovative products for the health and welfare of material handling workers. Lift'n Buddy is designed and distributed by Ergologistics, LLC; manufactured in Fargo, North Dakota, the company is a proud member of MHIA (Material Handling Industry of America) as well as the National Safety Council.

Seegrid is the pioneer and leading provider of high volume commercial driverless navigation solutions for off-the-shelf industrial trucks. Seegrid has developed the first robotic automation system focused on seamlessly converting Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) commercial vehicles into Guided by Seegrid robotic vehicles.

Lift'n Buddy is the revolutionary mobile lifting device that combines the best of a standard two-wheeler's durability and functionality, with automatic lifting and lowering capabilities. The Lift'n Buddy has been designed with proper ergonomics and safety in mind for any person and any moving and lifting job. These mobile lifting devices, fabricated of durable, lightweight, extruded aluminum, help companies avoid the exposure of employee injury, litigation, and workers’ compensation claims. Ranked as the nation’s leading manufacturing journalist and a contributing editor for hundreds of publications annually, Thomas R. Cutler, has been writing extensively about manufacturing and industry for more than twenty years. In the current issue of Business Excellence magazine, Cutler profiles Ergologistics makers of Lift’n Buddy.

From February 6 – 9 Lift’n Buddy will be a significant part of MODEX 2012 in Atlanta, GA. Exhibiting at booth 1829, Ergologistics is proud to participate in one the largest expositions for manufacturing, distribution and supply chain solutions in the Americas in 2012. The show is designed to offer supply chain efficiency solutions, learning opportunities and information by the products and services of exceptional companies.

Based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Seegrid Corp. brings robotic vision-guided technology to the material handling industry. With more than thirty years of innovation and research by the leading robotic scientists, engineers, programmers and logistics practitioners worldwide, Seegrid’s exclusive Robotic Industrial Trucks are revolutionizing the movement of materials in manufacturing and distribution environments. Seegrid’s technology transforms industrial vehicles into un-manned, automated pallet trucks and tow tractors that operate without the need for wire, tape, laser or other costly automated guided vehicle (AGV) guidance systems. Seegrid offers solutions that optimize workflow processes by increasing productivity and reducing costs, creating economic and operational advantages.

Lift'n Buddy is the revolutionary mobile lifting device that combines the best of a standard two-wheeler's durability and functionality, with automatic lifting and lowering capabilities. The Lift'n Buddy has been designed with proper ergonomics and safety in mind for any person and any moving and lifting job. These mobile lifting devices, fabricated of durable, lightweight, extruded aluminum, help companies avoid the exposure of employee injury, litigation, and workers’ compensation claims.

Based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Seegrid Corp. brings robotic vision-guided technology to the material handling industry.

Based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Seegrid Corp. seegrid.com brings robotic vision-guided technology to the material handling industry. The Seegrid hiring expansion recently continued with a new Director of Quality. The hiring was the natural and necessary progression, especially with respect to the recent partnerships with Raymond Corp. and Linde Material Handling. These two leading industrial truck manufacturers worldwide have captured the top two market share positions in the industry. Seegrid has entered into a rapid growth period to meet the demands of its OEM partners and its ever-growing, material handling client base.

Lift’n Buddy is committed to reducing injuries from repetitive lifting, lowering, and moving. Aaron Lamb created this important and cost-effective electric hand truck to drive improved safety and lower the high cost to North American businesses. The cost of back injuries alone costs millions of dollars each year. According to Lamb, “Lift'n Buddy automates those tasks, significantly reducing the potential for injuries and costly downtime.”

Seegrid is proud to participate in one the largest expositions for manufacturing, distribution and supply chain solutions in the Americas in 2012; Seegrid will be a significant part of MODEX 2012 in Atlanta, GA February 6 – 9th, exhibiting at booth 3100. To view a one-minute video about Seegrid, go to www.modexshow.com/attendees/youroneminute.aspx video link. Registration is required to vote for the video. MODEX is designed to offer supply chain efficiency solutions, learning opportunities and information by showcasing the products and services of exceptional companies, like Seegrid.