WHATS Seminar Vol. 257 [Online] titled above will be held on Monday, June 22, 2026

 

[Seminar Overview]

• 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM

The Forefront of Forklift Automation

Transitioning to “Logistics Without Dependence on Forklifts” in an Era of Labor Shortages

In today’s logistics operations, pallet storage and retrieval operations within warehouses are primarily handled by manned forklifts. Although companies are considering switching to AGFs (Automated Guided Forklifts) as a labor-saving measure, several challenges remain.

To address these issues, we propose a new logistics system that combines RGVs (Rail Guided Vehicles / shuttle systems) and AGVs (Automated Guided Vehicles).

In addition, by expanding the scope toward automation of case picking operations, the proposed approach helps establish a logistics system that “keeps operations running” while also strengthening business continuity.

Today, logistics operations are reaching a turning point where the focus should shift beyond simple labor saving toward “overall optimization through automation.”

1. Current Warehouse Operations and Challenges in Implementing AGFs
2. A New Logistics System Combining RGVs and AGVs
3. Phase 2 Proposal: Expanding Automation to Case Picking
4. Introduction of the NEWAGV, Capable of Transporting Floor-Stacked Pallets
5. Introduction to Freezer Warehouse Solutions
6. Approaches to Evaluating Cost Effectiveness

Speaker: Taisuke Wakisaka, Product Team, Robotics Advisor Department, Chinoh.Ai Co., Ltd.

Mr. Wakisaka has more than 10 years of experience in industrial automation, primarily in the automotive, manufacturing, and logistics industries, promoting the implementation of automation solutions including AGVs. He provides support tailored to customer needs, ranging from customized system integration to optimal proposals based on budget requirements. To date, he has supported automation planning and deployment at more than 300 operational sites.

 

• 3:20 PM – 3:30 PM

Q&A Session

[Seminar Outline]

Date and Time: 2:30PM –3:30 PM (JST), Monday, June 22, 2026

Venue: Online Live Streaming

The seminar will be live-streamed through "Deliveru", an online streaming platform provided by Facio Inc.

Fee: 5,000 yen (tax excluded) / 5,500 yen (tax included)
How to Participate:

• After completing your registration, we will send your access ID the day before the seminar.
• The live stream will be hosted on Deliveru, the event streaming platform by Facio Inc. Please click here to log in.
• Recommended System Requirements (in Japanese)
• Test Video Viewing Page
• FAQ

Registration:

 Registration For the Seminar

(You will jump to the registration page in Japanese.)

For inquiries in English, please click here.

Registration Deadline: 5:00 p.m. (JST), Friday, June 19, 2026

Notes:

・This seminar will be conducted in Japanese.
・After your registration, we will send an invoice by E-mail or postal mail.
・Please transfer the participation fee by the day before the event or within one week of receiving the invoice.
・Cancellations will not be accepted after payment.
・This seminar can also be registered via Deliveru, with payment options including credit card, convenience store payment, and Pay-easy.
​・Please note that participation may be restricted depending on the registrant’s industry or job function.

Cancellation Policy:

Cancellations made after 3:00 p.m. (JST) on the business day before the event or on the day of the event without prior notice will incur a full participation fee charge, regardless of payment status.

Contact:

For inquiries in English, please click here.
Yano Research Institute Ltd.