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Big Joe Autonomous Solutions introduced four new autonomous material handling products, expanding its portfolio of equipment designed for warehouse, manufacturing and distribution operations.

The new models include the AP44 autonomous pallet truck, ASC40 autonomous stacker, ATC100 autonomous tugger and ACV40 autonomous three-wheel forklift. According to the company, the equipment is designed to help facilities address labor shortages while improving productivity and operational efficiency. All four models utilize Big Joe’ s lithium battery technology and are designed for deployment without significant facility modifications or infrastructure changes.

The AP44 autonomous pallet truck has a 4,400-pound capacity and can operate in manual, semi-autonomous or fully autonomous modes. In semi-autonomous mode, an operator can engage a pallet and allow the truck to complete transport and drop-off tasks independently. Fully autonomous mode enables the machine to perform horizontal transport missions without operator involvement.

The ASC40 autonomous stacker is designed for pallet staging, racking and line-side replenishment. With a 4,000-pound capacity, the unit is intended solely for autonomous operation and can place loads at heights up to 3 feet. Big Joe said the compact design is suited for facilities looking to automate repetitive stacking tasks in confined areas.

The ATC100 autonomous tugger is built to transport carts, components and in-process materials. The machine can tow loads up to 10,000 pounds and is designed for operation in environments where autonomous vehicles and workers share the same workspace. Operators can also switch the unit to manual mode when needed.

Rounding out the new lineup is the ACV40 autonomous three-wheel forklift. The forklift has a 4,000-pound capacity and is designed for indoor warehouse applications. The model can operate autonomously while also allowing manual operation by an operator when required.

Big Joe said the new equipment supports its strategy of offering both electric and autonomous material handling solutions, ranging from conventional warehouse equipment to collaborative mobile robotics.

CM Labs Simulations announced three additions to its simulation-based workforce development offerings, including a new integrated training platform, a bucket truck simulation curriculum and a Commercial Driver’ s License( CDL) Class A truck and trailer curriculum.

The announcements were made ahead of the 2026 iP Utility Safety Conference & Expo in Orlando, where the company was demonstrating the new systems.

The newly introduced Intellia Workforce Training System combines simulation hardware, training curriculum and management tools into one platform designed to support simulation-based operator training programs. According to CM Labs, the system is intended to help organizations manage training activities, monitor trainee performance and document progress through a single interface.

CM Labs also introduced an AI Assistant within the training environment. The company said the tool is designed to answer questions related to exercises, objectives and system functions during training sessions.

A second announcement focused on a new bucket truck simulation curriculum developed in collaboration with Altec. Delivered through the Intellia platform, the curriculum provides training on basic controls, outrigger positioning, bucket navigation and jib-assisted lifts. It uses Altec ISO-Grip controls and is available to utility companies, contractors, unions and training institutions.

The company also introduced a CDL Class A truck and trailer simulation curriculum. CM Labs said the new program is designed to help organizations prepare operators for Class A certification by developing the driving skills required for CDL testing within the same simulation platform used for utility and construction equipment training.

Sinoboom has launched the new SmartHub Screen upgraded display system for its larger boom lifts, designed to improve machine operation, maintenance and fleet management.

The SmartHub Screen features a large-format interface for machine diagnostics, status monitoring, access control and multilingual operation. It supports manualfree diagnostics and maintenance with an expanded fault library, guided repair instructions and over-the-air( OTA) remote updates.

Built on a structured CAN network, the system provides visualized machine status data to help operators and service personnel monitor equipment and identify faults. Navigation, CAN-ID setup and sensor calibration have also been optimized.

The display includes security features such as traceable login functions, a multi-level dynamic password system and an upgraded event data recorder( EDR) that stores operational data for fault analysis.

The SmartHub Screen also supports an eight-language interface and is being implemented across most of Sinoboom’ s boom lift range as part of the company’ s digitalization and smart fleet management strategy.

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