Third Wave Automation

"Load capacity, rack height, aisle width, and more" If you've wondered about these details when it comes to the #TWAReach, we're happy to share the specs below. The autonomous #TWAReach uses the #SharedAutonomyPlatform to enable: ✔ Remote operation ✔ Remote assistance ✔ Fleet management (#ArmadaFMS) ✔ Constant Continuous Improvement Let the autonomous reach forklift(s) do the heavy lifting and keep the human in the loop to assist only when needed. → Our solution is optimized for full pallet putaway, picking, and replenishment movements in selective racking All of that means not only continuous improvement in performance, but also in safety and reliability, while keeping your operator out of harm's way. We're putting A.I. to work and keeping humans in the loop... → Learn more by viewing the attached spec sheet below. ----------------------------------------- Want to learn more without a sales pitch? 1. Message us directly on this page 2. Reach out to info@thirdwave.ai #warehouseautomation #industrialautomation #autonomousforklifts

"What would you do if your autonomous system was given a task by your #WMS to move a pallet, from one location to another location...but that location was full?" It's a common challenge we hear about and with traditional systems, it can result in costing more time and money. Thanks to the Shared Autonomy Platform and Armada Fleet Management System (#ArmadaFMS), our solution offers four modes of operation. ✔ Fully Autonomous ✔ Remote Operation ✔ Remote Assistance ✔ Manual Operation In the question posed above, when using our system - Remote Assistance is the solve for this common challenge. → But, don't take our word for it. (Watch the video below and learn why). Hear directly from our Head of Product Matt Willis as he explains the difference between traditional systems and the value Remote Assistance from TWA's Armada brings, to solve this warehouse challenge. ----------------------------------------- Want to learn more without a sales pitch? 1. Message us directly on this page 2. Reach out to info@thirdwave.ai #warehouseautomation #industrialautomation #sharedautonomyplatform #autonomousforklifts #TWAReach

"At Third Wave, we do things a little differently" We've previously discussed the impact made by Ouster 3D LiDARs and FRAMOS 3D Cameras on our TWA Reach autonomous forklifts. An unparalleled 360 degree field of view thanks to millions of data points and an ability not only for object detection, but also object recognition AND object avoidance. ✔ Object ✔ Pallet ✔ Human ✔ Forklift Based on what the autonomous TWA Reach "sees", it will make a decision on next steps (this could include stopping, asking for an assist, or avoidance by navigating around it). ✔ This safety capability is also available in teleoperation. We call it Collision Shield. A remote operator can have confidence knowing that they are guarded against accidentally colliding with obstacles in the warehouse. → Hear directly from our Product Safety Officer - Vinay Balan (watch the video) as he elaborates on Third Wave Automation's slightly different approach to safety, using the perception stack and machine learning. ----------------------------------------- Want to learn more without a sales pitch? 1. Message us directly on this page 2. Reach out to info@thirdwave.ai #warehouseautomation #industrialautomation #sharedautonomyplatform #autonomousforklifts #machinelearning

"We're putting the 'rapid' in deployment" Automation deployment stories strike fear into hearts and minds, almost as well as campfire ghost stories. That's because after all the evaluation, conversations, and decisions made to move a solution forward, the future of actual deployment may seem somewhat fuzzy. For our customers, we've been able to integrate and deploy in weeks - NOT months. → So what makes Third Wave Automation different in this regard? 1. We believe that deployment should not be painful or riddled with delays. That's why we focus on preparation beforehand by engaging with your teams: IT, infrastructure, and on-site operations for the facility. 2. Our technology allows us to map your facility very quickly and provides tooling for configs for faster setup. If there is anyone on our team who sees real customer benefits, impact delivered through smooth deployment, and real speed of setup, it's our VP of Operations Jennifer Brown. → Check out the video below and hear her thoughts on why we can provide rapid integration and deployment to our customers without the usual scary stories. Want to learn more without a sales pitch? 1. Message us directly on this page 2. Reach out to info@thirdwave.ai #warehouseautomation #industrialautomation #sharedautonomyplatform #autonomousforklifts

"What pallet types can your solution handle?" When it comes to automation, each warehouse brings their own set of challenges to overcome, based on the existing environment. One of those common considerations is pallet type. With our Shared Autonomy Platform, the autonomous TWA Reach and remote operator work together, sharing the division of responsibility as needed, to get the move completed. Pallet Types We Support ✔ GMA Grade A ✔ CHEP But wait, THERE'S MORE (watch the video). → Hear from our Director of Product Solutions Michael Myers on ALL the pallet types we currently support and why it's a differentiator. ----------------------------------------- Want to learn more without a sales pitch? 1. Message us directly on this page 2. Reach out to info@thirdwave.ai #warehouseautomation #industrialautomation #sharedautonomyplatform #autonomousforklifts

"We've taken #LiDAR SLAM to the next level" When it comes to TWA Reach autonomous forklifts, being able to "see" is key to safe and efficient operation. Using their Ouster 3D LiDAR enabled eyesight, they can even see around the corner and other areas that a manual operator cannot. ✔ LiDAR (light detection and ranging) ✔ SLAM (simultaneous localization and mapping) While other solutions may use 2D, the benefit of 3D is that our TWA Reach uses all 128 planes, creating millions of data points, and allowing for seamless navigation in its environment. → Check out the video below and hear how our Director of Sales Nicholas (Nic) Temple describes the benefits of not just navigation, but also reduced costs. ----------------------------------------- Want to learn more without a sales pitch? 1. Message us directly on this page 2. Reach out to info@thirdwave.ai #warehouseautomation #industrialautomation #sharedautonomyplatform #autonomousforklifts

"Autonomous charging is going to be a big part of what we provide in the future" Our Director of Product Solutions Michael Myers joined Kevin Lawton, CLTD of The New Warehouse in the Resonant Link booth to discuss automation and the future of expanding fleet capabilities. ----------------------------------------- Want to learn more without a sales pitch? 1. Message us directly on this page 2. Reach out to info@thirdwave.ai #warehouseautomation #industrialautomation #sharedautonomyplatform #autonomousforklifts

"This is a unique feature on the Third Wave Reach truck" Do you know how forklifts receive specific load ratings and capacity ratings? ✔ They're based on the max weight that the forklift would be able to carry and also the maximum dimensions (based on the horizontal and vertical center of gravity for the payload). With our TWA Reach autonomous forklift, we use FRAMOS 3D cameras to help dimension payloads. This allows the forklift to know exactly how tall/wide the payload is. Then, that information is run against the specs of the forklift to ensure that the payload is safe to get picked up. → When it is picked up, two more things happen. Hear what those are directly from our Product Safety Officer - Vinay Balan (watch the video) as he elaborates on the payload evaluation process and what that means from a safety perspective. ----------------------------------------- Want to learn more without a sales pitch? 1. Message us directly on this page 2. Reach out to info@thirdwave.ai #warehouseautomation #industrialautomation #sharedautonomyplatform #autonomousforklifts #TWAReach

"Can your robot forklift only detect an object or does it know what the object is, to react accordingly?" A warehouse is a dynamic working environment and safety is even more paramount when autonomy is involved. ✔ How dynamic are the TWA Reach's #adaptability skills compared to other systems in the market? Well, if 2D Lidar is a tripwire and 3D Lidar is a visual storyteller... The TWA Reach not only has a 360 degree view, but it also employs object detection AND recognition AND avoidance. ✔ "At Third Wave Automation...we take into consideration what is happening around our machine as much as what it's doing at any given time" - Matt Willis (Head of Product) → What does that mean for you? Hear the answer directly from Matt (watch video below) as he discusses the unique capabilities of the TWA Reach - making decisions based on the the type of object near it and what this means for a business, beyond only safety gains. ----------------------------------------- Want to learn more without a sales pitch? 1. Message us directly on this page 2. Reach out to info@thirdwave.ai #warehouseautomation #industrialautomation #sharedautonomyplatform #autonomousforklifts #TWAReach

"Solving the labor shortage without a 1:1 solution" Let's be very real. The labor shortage is a challenge that's not going away any time soon. ✔︎ In fact, a search on Glassdoor Jobs reveals there are 34,456 open forklift operator positions in the U.S. currently. While there are many automated solutions in the market, our Shared Autonomy Platform offers 2 key differences compared to other solutions involving a remote operator. 1. We believe in letting the robot do most of the heavy lifting and allowing the remote operator to intervene ONLY when needed (while teaching the reach forklift over time). 2. Our remote operators do not work in a 1:1 manner. They have the capability to manage a fleet of 7-10 autonomous forklifts. → So, rather than just stopgap, we're landing and expanding on the labor problem. If there is anyone on our team who sees real customer challenges, impact delivered through smooth deployment, and remote operator "fanout" capabilities, it's our VP of Operations Jennifer Brown. → Hear her thoughts on stability and repeatability delivered in production (watch the video) Want to learn more without a sales pitch? 1. Message us directly on this page 2. Reach out to info@thirdwave.ai #warehouseautomation #industrialautomation #sharedautonomyplatform #autonomousforklifts #laborshortage