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Everything You Need To Know About Depalletizing — Interview with Robotics Tomorrow

Posted on 25 August 2026 by NūMove

NūMove was recently featured in Robotics Tomorrow as a robotic depalletizing expert, sharing insights on the latest trends, challenges, and innovations shaping the future of warehouse automation. In this exclusive interview, NūMove’s Marketing Manager, Luc Vanden-Abeele, discusses how advancements in machine vision, AI-powered robotics, and flexible automation solutions are helping warehouses and distribution centers increase […]

Understanding Flat-Packing: Why Folding Carton Manufacturers Destack & Restack Before Shipping?

Posted on 12 August 2026 (12 August 2026) by NūMove

flat-packing folding carton manufacturers

Flat-packing is a common shipping method in folding carton manufacturing. In this article, we explore why carton converting plants often need to destack and restack carton blanks before shipping. We also examine the operational challenges of this traditionally manual process and how robotic automation is enhancing flat-packing operations by improving productivity, consistency, and workplace safety. […]

Complete Guide to Mixed Palletizing in Retail Distribution

Posted on 8 June 2026 (8 June 2026) by NūMove

In recent years, we’ve shared a wide range of insights on mixed palletizing, one of our core areas of expertise! But it’s now time to bring everything togheter. This article serves as a complete guide to mixed palletizing, building on our previous content while going further to provide a clear and structured overview of today’s […]

NūMove Reaches 20+ Semi-Automatic Mixed Palletizer Deployments Serving Leading U.S. Beverage Distributors

Posted on 26 May 2026 (26 May 2026) by NūMove

semi-automatic mixed load palletizer on customer site

NEWS RELEASE — We are proud to play a strategic role in the automation of order preparation processes, with over 20 semi-automatic mixed palletizers successfully deployed across the United States. Since our first implementation in 2021, the solution has been steadily adopted by leading alcoholic beverage distributors. Today, 22 units are fully operational across nine […]

The Cost of Inaction: Why Delaying Automation Is Becoming a Risk for Distribution Centers

Posted on 5 May 2026 (5 May 2026) by NūMove

This article explores the cost of inaction in automation, explaining why delaying automation is no longer a neutral decision for distribution centers and 3PLs. Drawing on multiple research studies, it shows how postponement creates a layered effect: while some impacts—such as labor costs—are immediately visible, more critical consequences, including constrained capacity and reduced operational flexibility, […]

Layer‑Based Mixed Palletizing Fundamentals: Up to 2.5× Faster Than Conventional Palletizers

Posted on 22 April 2026 (4 June 2026) by NūMove

This article explores the principles of mixed palletizing by layer and compares its performance and benefits with conventional mixed palletizing. We explain why this method is gaining strong traction among beverage distributors. In today’s fast-paced beverage industry, efficiency, flexibility and operational interconnectivity are critical. Traditional mixed SKU palletizing systems often struggle to keep up with […]

Artificial Intelligence in Distribution Centers

Posted on 24 March 2026 (24 March 2026) by NūMove

A Catalyst for High‑Mix & High‑Variation Order Preparation In this article, you’ll discover how modern distribution centers integrate AI to improve their operations. We also dig deeper into how AI, combined with software and machine vision, helps solve the complex challenge of preparing mixed‑SKU orders. Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the way distribution centers […]

What Is Physical AI? The Technology Transforming Robotics & Industrial Automation

Posted on 9 March 2026 (24 March 2026) by NūMove

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has rapidly evolved over the past decade, transforming how organizations analyze data, automate workflows, and interact with digital systems. Yet most of this progress has remained confined to the virtual domain: software tools, large language models (LLM), predictive analytics, and generative applications. A new technological shift is now underway, pushing intelligence beyond […]

Case AS/RS: Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems for High-Performance Warehousing

Posted on 3 March 2026 (18 March 2026) by NūMove

A Scalable Solution to Maximize Storage Capacity and Throughput A case AS/RS (Automated Storage and Retrieval System) is a fully automated system designed to store, retrieve, and move cases or individual units with exceptional speed, precision, and reliability. Designed for high-volume product flows in modern distribution centers, case AS/RS solutions can integrate mobile robotics, high-density […]

Project Highlight: Robotic Tote Palletizer Engineered for High-Speed & Safe Store Order Fulfillment

Posted on 24 February 2026 (4 May 2026) by NūMove

In this article, we take a closer look at a project where NūMove integrated a robotic tote palletizer into a North American grocery warehouse. This compact, high-performance solution was designed to automate the preparation of store order pallets, achieving a throughput of up to 360 totes per hour. The system combines industrial robotics, smart software, and […]