Floatic, a provider of mobile robots for e-commerce warehouses, this month announced a strategic partnership with global robotics manufacturer Geekplus Technology Co. The companies said they plan to establish a joint sales pipeline to deliver integrated warehouse automation to Asia-Pacific clients.
The strategic partnership combines Floatic’s proprietary in multi-robot management technology and systems integration expertise with Geek+’s lineup of robots, industry networks, and mass-production capabilities.
“This partnership enables both companies to complement each other’s technologies, responding more effectively to various clients’ needs,” said James Leung, head of sales for the Asia-Pacific region at Geek+. “We look forward to becoming leading partners in driving true innovation in warehouse automation.”
Floatic optimizes for e-commerce
Floatic provides autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) and the Floware picking system optimized for multi-SKU inventory storage and volatile e-commerce orders. Floware includes the proprietary Floatic Engine software, which the company said integrates with clients’ warehouse management systems (WMS).
Floatic Engine also enables fleet management systems and real-time monitoring alongside the Flody robot hardware designed specifically for warehouse environments.
“Many companies have struggled to find automation solutions suited to the diverse range of goods and workflows within their warehouses,” said Chan Lee, CEO of Floatic. “By delivering an integrated solution through this partnership, clients can minimize the inconvenience of navigating numerous options and experience a total solution for any warehouse environment.”
Geek+ grows its global presence
Geek+ has more than 10,000 clients worldwide, including retail, apparel, third-party logistics (3PL), pharmaceuticals, and automotive sectors. Major logistics companies in South Korea use its systems, including Coupang and CJ Logistics.
The global company’s range of warehouse robots includes automated guided vehicles (AGVs) and AMRs such as G2P robots capable of handling loads over 1,000 kg (2,204.6 lb.). It also includes sorting robots, autonomous forklifts, and transport robots.
Earlier this month, Geek+ opened an Innovation Center in its 40,000-sq.-ft. facility outside of Atlanta. The center is designed to let customers and prospects experience the company’s flexible, mobile approach to warehouse automation and its entire suite of robot offerings.
Geek+ is a 2024 RBR50 winner for upgrades to its PopPick goods-to-person (G2P) system.
The company has also awarded The Best Use of Robotics Award from The Supply Chain Excellence Awards USA. This is the first time the 28-year-old international association has issued awards in the U.S. In Europe, Geek+ has won Supply Chain Excellence awards for five years in a row.
