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The Future of Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems in the Age of AI
Smart automation is coming — but legacy tech is lagging
Most ASRS systems today aren’t ready for AI. Learn how to assess and modernize your infrastructure.
Chris York
3 min read


Safety Theater: When Cobot Features Look Good But Do Nothing
Some cobot vendors emphasize safety features more for style than substance. This post uncovers common “safety theater” techniques—features that look compelling in brochures but don't deliver real protection on the plant floor. Let’s expose the difference between cosmetic safety and functional safety.

Jordan Powell
4 min read


6 Important Business Lessons I Learned Later Than I Should
This was the thought that permeated my brain for the first few years after I started RND Automation. I had left an automation company, recruited two of my top engineers and we dove in head first into the world of custom automation.

Sean Dotson
5 min read


The Hidden Cost of ASRS Crane Downtime
As older ASRS (Automated Storage and Retrieval System) cranes age out of serviceability, manufacturers face a silent but growing liability: unplanned downtime.

Scotty Robinson
2 min read
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