Robotic Item Picker Takes Aim at E-comm, Electronics, and Pharma Segments

Debuting in November and previewed at PACK EXPO International, the ABB Robotic Item Picker is designed to pick smaller items that are variable in size, shape, and substrate.

Matt Reynolds, Chief Editor

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