5 years and counting

Five years strong and counting, our partnership has driven remarkable momentum. To date, we’ve gained over 26 unique customers – a clear demonstration of rapid market adoption.

The Covariant Brain, seamlessly integrated into KNAPP's robotic systems such as the Pick-it-Easy Robot, has redefined the industry standard in automated picking. This powerful combination leads the industry in adaptability, reliability, and overall performance.

We decided to run some tests together and challenge Covariant's artificial intelligence. The results were very impressive. That's why we decided to partner and combine our robot and logistics expertise with Covariant's AI.
Peter Puchwein, Vice President of Research & Development at KNAPP
The results

The results speak for themselves. Covariant and KNAPP's partnership has delivered dozens of live, operational stations across the globe, showcasing the transformative real-world impact of our combined solutions. From Europe to the Americas, Asia, and Australia, our versatile systems have found a home in both greenfield and brownfield environments, tackling a diverse range of AI-powered applications - from order picking to induction.

These results are amplified by the success stories of our diverse customers: 

  • Global fashion retailer BESTSELLER chose the Pick-it-Easy Robot to power fulfillment in their new greenfield distribution facility.
  • McKesson, the largest pharmaceutical distributor in the US, turned to the Covariant Brain-powered Pick-it-Easy Robot, to pick traditionally difficult items, such as small pill bottles that vary in shape.
  • Brødrene Dahl, a leading technical supplier in Langhus, Norway, entrusted Covariant and KNAPP to modernize their existing brownfield warehouse, driving step-change improvements.
  • A German industrial powerhouse Wurth Industries has integrated our joint AI-driven automation into their operations, reaping the benefits of enhanced reliability and flexibility.

As we look to the future, we remain committed to expanding our capabilities and delivering unparalleled value to our growing base of customers worldwide.

This longstanding partnership exemplifies what happens when two pioneers join forces. We're energized by the trust KNAPP has placed in Covariant and look forward to continuing to drive transformative results for our mutual customers, and the industry at large.
Ted Stinson, Covariant COO
AI Robotics at Würth
Würth is increasing warehouse efficiency with AI Robotics for order picking out of goods-to-person shuttles.