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Major Upgrade to AutoFork's Playback Function

Hakuou Robotics, headquartered in Arakawa, Tokyo, has announced a significant enhancement to the Playback function of its automated forklift, AutoFork. Starting from December 3, they have made this feature more capable of managing complex transport scenarios. Along with this announcement, the company has released three instructional videos and opened registration for a hands-on experience event for users.

Key Features of the Update

1. Automation of Multi-Location Delivery

The newly updated playback function allows users to automate deliveries involving multiple pickup and drop-off points. This capability allows for complex operations to be set as a single scenario, enabling efficient transportation tasks that extend beyond basic round trips.

2. Easy Multi-Point Transport at the Site

Users can now create flexible transport plans that incorporate multiple stop locations seamlessly. By combining various pickup and drop-off points, workers can adapt transportation routes to fit actual operational workflows, making the system highly customizable and user-friendly.

3. Maximization of Routine Work Efficiency

The updated function enables users to set repetitive scenarios based on a pre-defined starting point. It allows for automated cycles that follow the routine sequence: pick-up > transport > drop-off > return to the initial position. This feature greatly enhances efficiency for day-to-day operational tasks, such as horizontal transport within warehouses.

What is the Playback Function?

The Playback function allows the AutoFork to autonomously transport goods along a path that operators have recorded during actual operation. This eliminates the need for programming or complex PC setups, allowing for intuitive and straightforward operation to be conducted on-site.

Introduction of Demonstration Videos

To further clarify the enhancements, Hakuou Robotics has released three demonstration videos showcasing the updated Playback function. These videos highlight practical applications, providing a clear view of how the feature can be utilized in real-world scenarios. You can find the demonstration videos and further details on the Playback feature introduction page.

Videos Released:

1. Basic Introduction Video (Overview & Operating Flow)
2. Horizontal Transport Demo from the Initial Position
3. Complex Scenario Demo with Multiple Palettes and Drop-off Points

Participation in Playback Function Experience Event

The company is also hosting an experience event for users to engage with the new Playback function. Details are as follows:

• - Start Date for Registration: December 3, 2025, 10:00 AM
• - Location: Hakuou Robotics, Higashi-Urawa Base
• - Format: Prior reservation is required (60–90 minutes per session)
• - Content: Explanation of the Playback function, live demonstrations, and Q&A sessions.

For registration, participants are required to fill out a form indicating their interest in the Playback function experience event. Following this, the company will contact participants with potential dates for their sessions.

About AutoFork

The AutoFork is a compact automated forklift tailored for indoor transportation and inter-process transport within factories. It includes proprietary autonomous driving software and object recognition technology, allowing for simultaneous recognition of multiple palettes and seamless interaction with existing logistics equipment, all designed to facilitate a straightforward setup that can enable immediate automations, often within the same day of delivery.

For more information on AutoFork, visit the AutoFork product page.

Company Overview

Hakuou Robotics is on a mission to eliminate the need for manual transportation. Founded in 2022, the company specializes in developing and marketing the AutoFork, aimed at achieving full automation in logistics. They are committed to enhancing usability and practicality in industrial environments and have received support from Prologis, a global leader in logistics real estate, to further their growth objectives. Hakuou Robotics continues to lead advancements in the automation of logistics, leveraging robotics technology to provide new added value.

Contact Hakuou Robotics for inquiries and demo requests

For additional information, please visit their official website.