Client Overview

Bolloré Logistics is a global leader in logistics and supply chain solutions, ranking among the top five logistics companies worldwide. With operations spanning over 170 countries, they provide multimodal transport, trade compliance, and contract logistics services, ensuring efficient, customized solutions for a wide range of industries.

The Problem

Bolloré Logistics Singapore faced several operational challenges:

1. 1. Manual Movement of Small Volumes: Handling single-piece or small-volume materials such as boxes and bins required frequent manual intervention, consuming valuable labor time and effort.


2. 2. Need for Flexibility: They needed a flexible automation solution that could integrate with their existing workflows and adapt to changing warehouse layouts due to the nature of their customer contracts.


3. 3. Maintaining Productivity Without Increasing Manpower: They sought to increase operational efficiency without adding to their workforce and while ensuring that safety standards were maintained.

Our Solution: MAG300 AMR with Cage Lifter Module​

Botsync's MAG300 AMR equipped with a cage lifter module was customized to address the Bolloré Logistics’ specific operational needs, ensuring smooth integration with their existing processes.

Key features of the solution included:

• Automating the Movement of Tote Bins and Boxes: The MAG300 was deployed to transport small boxes and tote bins across the warehouse. These bins and boxes, which form the input or output of the client’s automated storage and retrieval system, were previously moved manually. The MAG300 automated these tasks, reducing manual labor and increasing operational efficiency.
• Seamless Integration with Operations enabled by syncOS^TM : With syncOS^TM , we were able to easily integrate camera based detection systems that could trigger a task whenever an operator placed a full trolley at the pick area. These trolleys were automatically sent to packaging without the operator assigning a task. Once the items were on the trolley, syncOS^TM would also track their status and ensure that sufficient empty trolleys were distributed throughout the warehouse to avoid any operations delays. This intelligence allowed the operators to utilize the AMR solution with minimal effort.
• Modular and Flexible Design: The MAG300’s modular design allowed it to adapt to the dynamic environment of the client’s facility, ensuring it could operate effectively alongside human workers in various warehouse settings.

Impact on Operations

The deployment of the MAG300 AMR delivered significant improvements to the client’s operations:

• Increased Productivity Without Additional Manpower: The client experienced higher team productivity due to the automation of material handling tasks, all without the need for extra manpower.
• Safety and Operational Efficiency: Despite the increased automation, workplace safety remained uncompromised, and the dynamic nature of the AMR allowed it to operate safely alongside human workers.
• Scalability: Following the success of the initial deployment, the client plans to explore AMR solutions across their other facilities, further enhancing their logistics operations.

This led to:

• 300 boxes moved per hour
• 90 manhours saved per month
• Positive ROI in under 24 months for a single shift operation

Conclusion

Botsync’s MAG300 AMR solution provided a flexible, scalable, and highly efficient way to automate the movement of materials within Bolloré Logistics Singapore. By integrating the MAG300 into their warehouse operations, they were able to streamline processes, improve productivity, and prepare for future scaling, all while maintaining high safety standards.

Interested in automating material movement within your warehouse or production facility? Reach out to us to learn more about how Botsync’s MAG AMR solution can help you achieve operational efficiency with minimal disruption to your existing workflows.