Ranpak

Pickle Robot Company, founded in 2018 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, develops an innovative package handling robot designed to automate critical tasks in the e-commerce supply chain. The company's first robot, named Dill, addresses the physically demanding nature of package handling, which often results in high employee turnover. Dill is capable of performing multiple shifts and effectively communicates with human workers, continuously developing new skills to enhance operations. The robot's capabilities include loading and unloading feeder trucks, palletizing and depalletizing mixed parcels, preloading last-mile delivery vehicles, and sorting packages. By automating these processes, Pickle Robot aims to help logistics companies reduce labor costs and increase efficiency, addressing a significant bottleneck in the rapidly growing e-commerce sector.

Pickle Robot Company, founded in 2018 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, develops an innovative package handling robot designed to automate critical tasks in the e-commerce supply chain. The company's first robot, named Dill, addresses the physically demanding nature of package handling, which often results in high employee turnover. Dill is capable of performing multiple shifts and effectively communicates with human workers, continuously developing new skills to enhance operations. The robot's capabilities include loading and unloading feeder trucks, palletizing and depalletizing mixed parcels, preloading last-mile delivery vehicles, and sorting packages. By automating these processes, Pickle Robot aims to help logistics companies reduce labor costs and increase efficiency, addressing a significant bottleneck in the rapidly growing e-commerce sector.

Creapaper GmbH, founded in 2012 and based in Hennef, Germany, specializes in producing an innovative raw material for the paper industry, primarily using grass fibers. The company offers processed paper products that integrate germinable seeds, including flower and herb boxes. By utilizing dried hay through a patented process tailored to specific paper mill requirements, Creapaper provides an alternative to traditional raw materials like wood and recycled paper. This substitution not only reduces the reliance on virgin fibers but also significantly lowers CO2 emissions during production by up to 75%. Creapaper's approach emphasizes sustainability and aims to mitigate plastic pollution while promoting eco-friendly practices within the paper and packaging sectors.

Pickle Robot Company, founded in 2018 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, develops an innovative package handling robot designed to automate critical tasks in the e-commerce supply chain. The company's first robot, named Dill, addresses the physically demanding nature of package handling, which often results in high employee turnover. Dill is capable of performing multiple shifts and effectively communicates with human workers, continuously developing new skills to enhance operations. The robot's capabilities include loading and unloading feeder trucks, palletizing and depalletizing mixed parcels, preloading last-mile delivery vehicles, and sorting packages. By automating these processes, Pickle Robot aims to help logistics companies reduce labor costs and increase efficiency, addressing a significant bottleneck in the rapidly growing e-commerce sector.

E3NEO is a packaging automation company that specializes in providing dedicated services for the end-of-line sector in logistics distribution centers. It operates independently within the Ranpak organization, maintaining a distinct sales approach due to the unique expertise required in its field. E3NEO's flagship software, Precub'it!, utilizes a patented 3D algorithm to analyze real data, enabling clients to optimize packaging dimensions and product positioning for each order. This innovative solution aims to deliver low-cost automated packaging tailored to the specific needs of industrial clients. Although E3NEO's projects are unique and customer-specific, there are opportunities for collaboration with the Ranpak organization, particularly in lead generation and business development, which can enhance growth potential for both entities.