Wednesday, July 27, 2016

CORRECTED VERSION: Seegrid Joins Michigan Leading Technology Organizations Automation Alley

Seegrid, the pioneer and leader in vision-based autonomous industrial vehicles, today announced it has become a member of Automation Alley.  Recognizing that Michigan’s tech sector is growing stronger every day, Seegrid is proud join the innovation conversation as a member of Automation Alley. Automation Alley’s mission is to enhance the global competitiveness of Southeast Michigan and to advance the region as a high-tech powerhouse at the forefront of innovation worldwide through initiatives in advanced manufacturing, entrepreneurship, international business, talent development, and defense.

According to Pete Chryplewicz, Seegrid Strategic Account Manager, who is heading up Seegrid’s Michigan robotics initiative, “We are proud to be part of Automation Alley, which helps technology-focused businesses across Southeast Michigan grow and prosper through programs and services tailored to meet their needs.”

Automation Alley’s Technology Center, located on the campus of Oakland University, showcases cutting-edge advanced manufacturing technologies. Partnered with leading engineering and manufacturing firms like Seegrid, the organization provides affordable training on the latest manufacturing equipment and software available.  Automation Alley and Seegrid work together to ensure Michigan’s workforce has the skills necessary to compete in today’s rapidly changing manufacturing environment.

Seegrid, the sole manufacturer of vision-enabled autonomous vehicles, is uniquely positioned to help customers grow their business with deployment of VGVs that improve safety, flexibility, and efficiency.

About Seegrid

Seegrid (www.seegrid.com), the pioneer and leader in three-dimensional vision navigation, provides unique and revolutionary automation technology for materials handling.  Engineered with state-of-the-art Seegrid Vision, industrial trucks are transformed into the next generation of AGVs: vision guided vehicles (VGVs). VGVs navigate without wires, lasers, magnets, or tape, and deliver unmatched flexibility. Designed for simplicity and reliability, the Seegrid flexible automation solution is offered in a line of pallet trucks and tow tractors. 

Experience the maximum benefits of VGVs with Seegrid Supervisor to manage, monitor, and control a fleet of vehicles in context of your operation. Generating economic advantages and operational efficiencies, VGVs optimize workflow processes, increase productivity and throughput, labor optimization and operating costs. An award-winning organization, Seegrid is experiencing significant growth both in employees and clients. Multi-billion dollar organizations focused on lean manufacturing best-practices are turning to the Pittsburgh-based robotics leader. From large automotive operations to retail distribution centers, Seegrid VGVs are advancing the reality of a Fork Truck Free approach. VGVs improve workplace safety, reduce equipment and product damage, and deliver a rapid return on investment. Seegrid customers include: Whirlpool, Kohler, Walgreens, Volvo, and 3M. Follow Seegrid on Twitter at @Seegrid.

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