CeMAT 2026: Robotics, Humanoids, and AI That Actually Work in Warehouses

<p>From cold chain robotics to humanoid AI, what will actually deliver value on the warehouse floor in 2026 might surprise you.</p><p>At CeMAT 2026, Shane and Paul sat down with <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-sauer-a1842578/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">John Sauer</a> from <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/opex-corporation/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">OPEX</a>, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniele-farioli-modula-australia/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Daniele Farioli</a> from <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/modula-apac/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Modula</a>, Maryam Ziaee from Slimstock, and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamthefrank/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Adam Frank</a> from <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/sugarcrm/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">SugarAI</a>, along with a Daemon robotics showcase, to break down what’s real versus hype.</p><p>In this episode, we cover:</p><p><br></p><p>How next-gen AS/RS systems are enabling multi-temperature storage without traditional cold rooms</p><p>What humanoid robots can actually do today and how VR-trained AI models are shaping warehouse automation</p><p>The evolution of vertical storage systems and how businesses are scaling high-speed fulfilment</p><p>How inventory optimisation platforms are improving stock accuracy, cutting waste, and lifting revenue</p><p>Why most manufacturers are sitting on untapped data and how AI-driven CRM is unlocking better forecasting</p><p><br></p><p>If you&#39;re running warehouse operations, supply chain, or manufacturing, this episode gives you a grounded view of where automation and AI are really delivering results right now.</p><p>Follow <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/manufacturingtechau/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Manufacturing Tech Australia</a> on Spotify and leave a review if this episode helped you.</p><p>Show notes and links for this episode: <a href="https://www.manufacturingtech.au/episodes/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.manufacturingtech.au/episodes/</a></p>