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EXHIBITOR SHOWCASE
For more information on sponsorships or to join the Exhibitor Showcase, contact Jim Hamilton at jhamilton@a3automate.org or call (734) 929-3268.
October 26-27, 2020
Virtual Conference
ABOUT THE VIRTUAL CONFERENCE
It's time to get moving!
From logistics to manufacturing to retail, Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) are the perfect tool for dynamic environments and on-demand automation. AMRs are already playing a significant role in increasing productivity. Don't get left behind. Get moving.
Join us at the Autonomous Mobile Robot Conference.
- TAKE ACTION: Learn how to deploy autonomous mobile robots in your enterprise.
- MEET & GREET: Network with leading players in the AMR industry.
- SURVEY THE MARKET: Understand how AMRs will change business across multiple sectors.
- STAY AHEAD: Get an update on the upcoming mobile robot safety standard.
Agenda
Original Boston Agenda (subject to change)
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 28
8:30 am - 8:45 am
Welcome
8:45 am - 9:15 am
Understanding the Basics of AMR Technology: What You Need to Know
Melonee Wise, CEO, Fetch Robotics
Melonee Wise, CEO, Fetch Robotics
Curious about introducing robotic automation but not sure where to start? Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) have emerged over the past few years as a smart, flexible and affordable approach to incorporating robots in the workplace. But, what is the best robotic automation for you, how does it work and why should you care? Fetch Robotics CEO Melonee Wise will give an in-depth overview of the inner workings of AMRs so that the audience can learn how and why AMRs work and why such technical advances as obstacle avoidance, localization, and SLAM are important to understand before adopting them.
9:15 am - 9:45 am
How Artificial Intelligence Will Increase the Performance and Capabilities for Autonomous Mobile Robots
Niels Jul Jacobsen, CTO, Mobile Industrial Robots
Niels Jul Jacobsen, CTO, Mobile Industrial Robots
More information coming soon!
9:45 am - 10:15 am
How to Speed up Deployment of Mobile Robots by Including Your Workforce
Jason Walker, Vice President Operations, Waypoint Robotics
Jason Walker, Vice President Operations, Waypoint Robotics
More information coming soon!
10:15 am - 10:30 am
BREAK
10:30 am - 11:00 am
How to Orchestrate Your Warehouse (tentative title)
Daniel Theobald, Chief Innovation Officer, Vecna Robotics
Daniel Theobald, Chief Innovation Officer, Vecna Robotics
More information coming soon!
11:00 am - 11:30 am
Topic TBA
Kevin Blankespoor, Vice President of Engineering, Boston Dynamics
Kevin Blankespoor, Vice President of Engineering, Boston Dynamics
More information coming soon!
11:30 am - NOON
A Preview of the Upcoming Mobile Robot Safety Standard
TBA
TBA
More information coming soon!
NOON - 2:00 pm
LUNCH ON YOUR OWN
More information coming soon!
2:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Mobile Robot Technology in Your Distribution Center
Matt Wicks, Vice President Product Development, Honeywell Intelligrated
Matt Wicks, Vice President Product Development, Honeywell Intelligrated
More information coming soon!
2:30 pm - 3:00 pm
The Piece Picking Challenge
Karen Leavitt, Chief Marketing Officer, Locus Robotics
Karen Leavitt, Chief Marketing Officer, Locus Robotics
A multi-bot solution incorporates powerful and intelligent autonomous mobile robots that operate collaboratively with human workers to dramatically improve piece-handling productivity up to 3X, with less walking and faster returns than traditional cart and follow-bot picking systems.
3:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Microlocation: Foundational Technology for the Next Generation Warehouse
David Mindell, CEO, President, & Co-founder, Humatics
David Mindell, CEO, President, & Co-founder, Humatics
Your warehouse itself is a robot with digital, automated elements, people, assets and vehicles that are ever-evolving and adaptive to market changes and customer demands. However, operational efficiency relies on one thing: visibility. If facility managers cannot see what is happening in their facility, they lack the tools to optimize material flow and operations effectively. The solution to enabling the next generation warehouse is microlocation. Learn about what microlocation is and how to leverage it in your facility.
3:30 pm - 3:45 pm
BREAK
More information coming soon!
3:45 pm - 4:15 pm
Autonomous Robots in the Real World
Pablo Molina, CTO and Co-founder, AvidBots
Pablo Molina, CTO and Co-founder, AvidBots
Collaborative robots that work alongside humans to complete dull, dirty, or dangerous tasks are on the rise, but they'll only reach wide-scale deployment if they can truly solve problems safely and efficiently. Cobots must navigate safely around people and objects in busy areas such as factories, offices, airports, warehouses, hospitals, and schools. In this session, learn about some of the newest approaches at obstacle detection as well as safety standards in development that will help bring service robots into the real world.
Robotics engineer Pablo Molina, CTO, VP of product, and co-founder of Avidbots, maker of the Neo autonomous floor-cleaning robot, will discuss the new safety standards and technologies necessary for wide-scale adoption of service robots. Pablo is part of a team developing a new safety standard for self-driving floor scrubbers (IEC 60335-2-117) that is the one of the first Type-C standards for robots in the real world. In addition to functional safety, robots need to be able to detect complex obstacles in warehouse locations. For example, Pablo will discuss how robots in warehouses are using advanced sensors and AI to detect the smallest possible obstacles--such as the forks of a forklift hovering a few inches above ground. Come learn what safety features are being used by the most advanced service robots and what it will take to make robots so safe that it's commonplace to see them working among human counterparts.
Robotics engineer Pablo Molina, CTO, VP of product, and co-founder of Avidbots, maker of the Neo autonomous floor-cleaning robot, will discuss the new safety standards and technologies necessary for wide-scale adoption of service robots. Pablo is part of a team developing a new safety standard for self-driving floor scrubbers (IEC 60335-2-117) that is the one of the first Type-C standards for robots in the real world. In addition to functional safety, robots need to be able to detect complex obstacles in warehouse locations. For example, Pablo will discuss how robots in warehouses are using advanced sensors and AI to detect the smallest possible obstacles--such as the forks of a forklift hovering a few inches above ground. Come learn what safety features are being used by the most advanced service robots and what it will take to make robots so safe that it's commonplace to see them working among human counterparts.
More information coming soon!
More information coming soon!
4:15 pm - 5:30 pm
Closing remarks
More information coming soon!
Post-Conference Tour
On Wednesday, September 18, enjoy a tour of the Material Handling Systems state of the art R&D facility for emerging technology focused on the logistics industry. The new technologies shown will demonstrate a focus on the logistics industry and latest trends moving forward.
Autonomous Robot Transport:
MHS can demonstrate multiple autonomous mobile robots performing different package delivery scenarios.
Parcel Singulator:
The MHS Parcel Singulator transforms a bulk flow of packages into a manageable single-file array for downstream sorting systems. The MHS Parcel Singulator operates with no manual intervention, a completely automated solution that provides 99.85% singulation accuracy.
Conveyor Shoe Sorter:
Shoe sortation provides a very soft and efficient way to divert parcels quickly. Shoe sorters can be used in applications where there is a wide variety of product sizes, shapes and weights being sorted.
Package Induction:
MHS’s R&D Group has explored automating this task with collaborative robots. Automatic pick and place from a parcel conveyor can be demonstrated at induction points.
Sign up for the tour when registering for the conference. Participation in the tour is on a first come, first served basis and is dependent upon approval from MHS. Busing will be provided to/from the tour.
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Sponsor Opportunities
The Autonomous Mobile Robot Conference brings together users/buyers of mobile robot technologies and systems. They’re looking to deploy mobile robots for applications such as warehousing, supply chain, distribution, manufacturing, inventory management, general industry, and more.
Sponsorship is a powerful way to build influence and get your message in front of key stakeholders and decision makers. A variety of options help you extend your brand presence and reach your target audience.
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Lanyard Sponsorship
3 available | $3,000 each
- Company logo featured on event lanyards along with the event logo. Lanyard will be produced by the AMR team
- On-site signage in the registration area
- Recognition as a sponsor on event website
Networking Reception Sponsor
2 available | $5,000 each
- Your logo will be prominently featured on reception signage
- Recognition as a sponsor on event website
Meal Sponsor
4 available | $2,500 each
- On-site signage with your company logo
- Recognition as a sponsor on event website
Networking Break Sponsor
2 available | $2,000 each
- On-site signage with your company logo displayed during morning and afternoon networking breaks
- Recognition as a sponsor on event website
Please contact Jim Hamilton for more information.
REGISTRATION
Registration information and pricing will be available soon.
Cancellation Policy
Paid registrants can cancel until Friday, September 25 without charge. After that date, a $50 cancellation fee applies. No refunds will be given for cancellations received after Wednesday, October 21. Attendance substitutions are permitted without penalty at any time.
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