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Hörmann Intralogistics is expanding its AutoStore portfolio and increasing the efficiency of its intralogistics projects through the targeted use of AI-based robotic solutions. The system integrator is working with Sereact to take automation in AutoStore systems to the next level with picking robots. Customers will benefit from higher process speeds, greater flexibility and even more efficient warehouse logistics.
"Our customers are increasingly looking for more powerful and easy-to-integrate automation solutions. With Sereact's AI technology, we can meet these demands and offer companies new opportunities for more efficient warehousing and order picking processes," explains Tom Walther, Head of Robotic Solutions at Hörmann Intralogistics.
Sereact's solutions give AutoStore systems more intelligence and autonomy. By using zero-shot learning, picking robots can recognise and pick new objects without prior programming or data input. Incoming goods, picking and returns processes are thus fully automated. The high flexibility and simple implementation of the software enables seamless integration into existing warehouse management and control systems such as the ‘HÖRMANN intra Logistics System’ (HiLIS).
"Sereact's technology impressed us with its high level of flexibility and seamless integration into existing systems," says Walther. "This increase in efficiency is what makes the solution so valuable to us."
In addition to optimised process reliability, the integration of smart robotics reduces error rates and increases productivity. Companies can use automation to cushion the need for personnel in growth phases and utilise existing resources more efficiently.
For Sereact, the partnership also represents a decisive step in the further development of warehouse automation. "With Hörmann Intralogistics, we have a strong partner at our side who shares our vision of fully automated logistics," says Ralf Gulde, CEO of Sereact. "Together, we are bringing AI-based robotics to where it creates real value - in highly automated systems like AutoStore, which benefit from intelligent picking and precise inventory control."
In addition to optimizing pick-and-place processes, Hörmann also relies on Sereact Lens, an AI-powered solution for inventory and quality control. The platform enables real-time monitoring of inventory levels and automatically detects faulty or incorrectly positioned items. This prevents process disruptions and significantly increases warehouse visibility. The combination of intelligent robotics and automated inventory control takes AutoStore integration to a new level.
"We see enormous potential for AI-based robotics in warehouse automation, and in Sereact we have found a partner whose technology is a perfect complement to ours," emphasizes Walther. Sereact is recognized as a technology leader in AI robotics with a large number of well-known references. The first joint projects already demonstrate the success of the partnership. Further customer solutions are planned.
"This collaboration shows that AI in logistics is no longer a vision of the future, but is already delivering tangible competitive advantages today," adds Gulde. "By joining forces, we are making automation even more powerful - more efficient, more flexible and more economical than ever before."
HÖRMANN Intralogistics offers decades of core competence and cross-industry experience in the planning and construction of turnkey automated warehouse solutions and accompanying services. Fully automated high bay and small parts warehouses, state-of-the-art robotics, patented conveyor technology and our modular warehouse management system HiLIS guarantee a highly efficient material flow system from a single source. With ten locations in Germany, Austria, Poland and Hungary, we place great emphasis on personalized customer care, reliability, quality and comprehensive service. A broad portfolio of modernization and retrofit measures completes the offer.