ArcBest Introduces Vaux Vision™ and Enhancements to Vaux Technology Suite
ArcBest (Nasdaq: ARCB) has announced the launch of Vaux Vision™, a new technology solution currently in pilot phase that transforms forklifts into intelligent mobile dimensioners. The technology provides precise, real-time freight measurement capabilities and can handle freight of various shapes and sizes, not to standard pallets.
The company has also expanded its existing Vaux Technology Suite, including enhancements to the Vaux Freight Movement System™ and Vaux Smart Autonomy™. These solutions serve customers across multiple industries, including data centers, automotive, manufacturing, retail, and air cargo sectors.
ArcBest (Nasdaq: ARCB) ha annunciato il lancio di Vaux Vision™, una nuova soluzione tecnologica attualmente in fase pilota che trasforma i carrelli elevatori in dimensionatori mobili intelligenti. Questa tecnologia offre capacità di misurazione del carico precise e in tempo reale e può gestire merci di varie forme e dimensioni, non solo sui pallet standard.
L'azienda ha inoltre ampliato il suo Vaux Technology Suite esistente, includendo miglioramenti al Vaux Freight Movement System™ e al Vaux Smart Autonomy™. Queste soluzioni servono i clienti in diversi settori, tra cui centri dati, automotive, manifattura, vendita al dettaglio e cargo aereo.
ArcBest (Nasdaq: ARCB) ha anunciado el lanzamiento de Vaux Vision™, una nueva solución tecnológica que actualmente se encuentra en fase piloto y transforma las carretillas elevadoras en dimensionadores móviles inteligentes. La tecnología proporciona capacidades de medición de carga precisas y en tiempo real, y puede manejar carga de diversas formas y tamaños, no solo en palets estándar.
Además, la empresa ha ampliado su Vaux Technology Suite existente, incluyendo mejoras en el Vaux Freight Movement System™ y Vaux Smart Autonomy™. Estas soluciones sirven a clientes en múltiples industrias, incluyendo centros de datos, automotriz, manufactura, retail y transporte aéreo.
ArcBest (Nasdaq: ARCB)는 현재 파일럿 단계에 있는 새로운 기술 솔루션 Vaux Vision™의 출범을 발표했습니다. 이 기술은 지게차를 지능형 모바일 치수 계량기로 변환합니다. 이 기술은 정밀하고 실시간으로 화물 측정 기능을 제공하며, 표준 팔레트뿐 아니라 다양한 형태와 크기의 화물을 처리할 수 있습니다.
회사는 기존의 Vaux Technology Suite를 확장하여 Vaux Freight Movement System™ 및 Vaux Smart Autonomy™에 대한 개선 사항을 포함하고 있습니다. 이러한 솔루션은 데이터 센터, 자동차, 제조, 소매 및 항공 화물 분야를 포함한 여러 산업의 고객을 지원합니다.
ArcBest (Nasdaq: ARCB) a annoncé le lancement de Vaux Vision™, une nouvelle solution technologique actuellement en phase pilote qui transforme les chariots élévateurs en dimensionneurs mobiles intelligents. La technologie offre des capacités de mesure de fret précises et en temps réel et peut gérer des marchandises de diverses formes et tailles, pas seulement sur des palettes standard.
L'entreprise a également élargi son Vaux Technology Suite existante, y compris des améliorations du Vaux Freight Movement System™ et du Vaux Smart Autonomy™. Ces solutions servent des clients dans plusieurs secteurs, y compris les centres de données, l'automobile, la fabrication, le commerce de détail et le transport aérien.
ArcBest (Nasdaq: ARCB) hat die Einführung von Vaux Vision™ angekündigt, einer neuen Technologielösung, die sich derzeit in der Pilotphase befindet und Gabelstapler in intelligente mobile Dimensionierer verwandelt. Die Technologie bietet präzise, Echtzeit-Frachtmessfähigkeiten und kann Fracht in verschiedenen Formen und Größen behandeln, nicht nur auf Standardpaletten.
Das Unternehmen hat auch sein bestehendes Vaux Technology Suite erweitert, einschließlich Verbesserungen des Vaux Freight Movement System™ und Vaux Smart Autonomy™. Diese Lösungen bedienen Kunden in verschiedenen Branchen, darunter Rechenzentren, Automobil, Fertigung, Einzelhandel und Luftfrachtsektoren.
- Introduction of new Vaux Vision technology for improved material handling efficiency
- Technology capability to handle diverse freight shapes and sizes
- Expansion of existing technology solutions across multiple industry verticals
- Vaux Vision is still in pilot phase, indicating uncertain market readiness
Insights
The introduction of Vaux Vision™ marks a significant advancement in ArcBest's technological capabilities, particularly in the critical area of warehouse automation. This innovation addresses a fundamental challenge in logistics operations - accurate and efficient freight dimensioning - which has direct implications for capacity utilization and operational efficiency.
The technology's ability to transform standard forklifts into intelligent dimensioning platforms is particularly noteworthy for several reasons:
- It leverages existing equipment infrastructure, potentially reducing implementation costs compared to fixed dimensioning systems
- Real-time measurement capabilities could significantly improve warehouse throughput and capacity planning
- The flexibility to handle various freight shapes and sizes beyond standard pallets positions ArcBest to better serve diverse customer needs
The broader expansion of the Vaux technology suite across multiple verticals, including data centers, automotive and air cargo, suggests a strategic move to capture high-value market segments. This multi-industry approach could create new revenue streams and strengthen ArcBest's competitive position in the integrated logistics space.
However, the pilot phase status of Vaux Vision indicates a measured approach to implementation. While this suggests prudent technology development, it also means that material financial impact may not be immediate. The success of this initiative will likely depend on:
- Speed and effectiveness of the pilot program
- Integration capabilities with existing warehouse management systems
- Training requirements and adoption rates among warehouse staff
- Scalability across different facility types and operating conditions
The timing of this innovation aligns with increasing industry demand for automation solutions that can improve operational efficiency while addressing labor challenges. The technology's focus on enhancing existing equipment rather than requiring complete system overhauls could prove particularly attractive to cost-conscious operators in the current economic environment.
New advancements highlight ArcBest’s customer-led approach to innovation
ArcBest's Vaux Vision is 3D perception technology designed to streamline material handling by providing precise, real-time freight measurement and insight directly on a forklift. The technology can handle freight of various shapes and sizes, not limited to standard pallets. (Photo: Business Wire)
ArcBest has also expanded its existing technologies, the Vaux Freight Movement System™ and Vaux Smart Autonomy™, enhancing their value for customers across various industries, including verticals like data centers, automotive, manufacturing, retail and air cargo.
About Vaux Vision
Vaux Vision is 3D perception technology designed to streamline material handling by providing precise, real-time freight measurement and insight directly on a forklift. With sensors placed strategically on the forklift that activate upon picking up the freight, the technology captures dimensions, images, and deep shipment insight on the go, identifying revenue opportunities and enhancing operational efficiencies without disrupting workflow. Operators receive real-time feedback on a tablet, and data is stored securely in the cloud. The technology can handle freight of various shapes and sizes, not limited to standard pallets.
Vaux Vision is NTEP (National Type Evaluation Program) certified and features a touch screen operator display and barcode scanning capabilities. It integrates seamlessly with the Vaux OS as well as new or existing weight scales. Other capabilities include:
- Capturing photos of freight during pick and drop to improve visibility and transparency
- Utilizing AI to determine attributes like damage, HazMat, stackable, fragile and leaning
- Tracking the piece ID or pallet barcode
“Our culture of continuous innovation ensures we’re always finding new ways to enhance and expand the value that Vaux provides,” said Dennis Anderson, chief innovation officer at ArcBest. “Accurate freight dimensions have become increasingly important, but standard static dimensioners can be cost-prohibitive and inefficient for many businesses. With its low barrier to entry and ease of implementation, Vaux Vision offers a flexible solution to this challenge. The pilot phase of Vaux Vision will give us critical insights as we refine the technology and ensure it delivers significant value.”
Updates to Existing Vaux Technology
In addition to Vaux Vision, ArcBest also announced updates to its previously released solutions, introducing more equipment sizes and performance enhancements. These updates were driven by customer feedback across several customer verticals.
New Vaux Freight Movement System Equipment Options
The Vaux Freight Movement System was the first iteration of the Vaux Technology suite, designed to improve material handling efficiency by reimagining trailer loading and unloading using our mobile platform, the Vaux MP. Freight is loaded onto the Vaux MP outside the trailer, and using a standard forklift equipped with an MP Coupler, easily slides into the trailer. To unload, the forklift and coupler can pull the entire MP out of the trailer in one movement, allowing for easy maneuvering to the optimal location in the warehouse for rapid processing. The Vaux MP is available in multiple sizes and types and features a built-in decking system that can be configured thousands of ways based on shipment needs. This flexibility allows trailers to be fully loaded, even with products that cannot be stacked — reducing the number of trucks on the road and positively impacting environmental sustainability metrics. New equipment options available with the Vaux Freight Movement System include:
- A new MP decking system configuration that enables stacking of previously unstackable freight, such as high-value server equipment for data centers
- A 26-foot and 10-foot Roller Deck MP for air cargo ULD containers
- An Automotive Hauler that enables a standard trailer to transport up to four vehicles
- A Max Width MP to handle wide freight and a 17-foot MP designed for tight spaces
More about the Vaux Freight Movement System
Vaux Smart Autonomy Capability Updates
One year after launching the Vaux MP, ArcBest announced Vaux Smart Autonomy to enhance safety and efficiency in material handling and address customers’ labor challenges. Vaux Smart Autonomy combines autonomous mobile robot (AMR) forklifts and reach trucks with fleet management software and teleoperation capabilities to automate material handling while keeping a human operator involved for tasks that require a human touch. This collaboration between teleoperators and autonomous technology makes warehouses, distribution centers and other industrial facilities safer and more efficient. Vaux Smart Autonomy is flexible out of the box, adapting to variability in warehouse conditions, products and processes, without significant infrastructure changes.
Vaux has expanded its 5K counterbalance forklift capabilities to now handle trailer loading and unloading. With its unique design, Vaux Smart Autonomy can manage double-stacked freight in trailers and then seamlessly perform autonomous put-away operations.
It also now supports:
- Managing the autonomous movement of freight that is larger than a standard pallet
- Stacking on gravity feeds and bulk stacking
- Moving automotive racks, rack replenishment and rack pick
- Trailer load and unload, including double-stacked freight
More about Vaux Smart Autonomy
Working in customer environments has informed Vaux advancement, and its forklifts have significantly ramped the number of successful autonomous missions completed in the last twelve months. In addition, the company’s Innovation Warehouse plays a pivotal role in the development and testing of this new technology. It provides a high-tech, real-world environment for R&D teams to ideate, test and iterate on new solutions. The space mirrors the diverse operational settings of the company’s customers, allowing for faster, more effective development cycles and ensuring that products meet real-world needs.
“Early adopters of the technology have seen substantial productivity improvements and reduced damage costs and emissions. We’re excited to see these enhancements make an even bigger impact in the coming months,” said Anderson. “With these latest updates, we’re empowering our customers to work smarter and achieve their goals more efficiently. Our teams are already working on the next generation of technology, and we remain committed to delivering solutions that are not only powerful but also tailored to the unique needs of our customers.”
To learn more about ArcBest’s Vaux technology suite, visit https://arcb.com/technology/vaux.
ABOUT ARCBEST
ArcBest® (Nasdaq: ARCB) is a multibillion-dollar integrated logistics company that helps keep the global supply chain moving. Founded in 1923 and now with 14,000 employees across 250 campuses and service centers, the company is a logistics powerhouse, using its technology, expertise and scale to connect shippers with the solutions they need — from ground, air and ocean transportation to fully managed supply chains. ArcBest has a long history of innovation that is enriched by deep customer relationships. With a commitment to helping customers navigate supply chain challenges now and in the future, the company is developing ground-breaking technology like Vaux™, one of the TIME Best Inventions of 2023. For more information, visit arcb.com.
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