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SlipLift Automates Trailer Unloading for More Sites, Says Slip Robotics

Slip Robotics unveiled SlipLift, a new autonomous platform that separates the mobile robot from its payload, allowing it to load or unload any trailer in roughly five minutes. The system supports freight up to 20,000 lb and requires no Wi‑Fi or IT integration, promising faster, repeatable dock turns across short‑haul, regional and last‑mile routes. By decoupling the robot, SlipLift increases utilization, letting fewer robots service more doors while maintaining SlipBot‑level speed and safety. Initial deployments involve major manufacturers such as John Deere, GE Appliances, Nissan and Valeo.