Dematic overview
Dematic is one of the largest warehouse automation integrators in the world. It designs and implements conveyor systems, sorters, automated storage and retrieval, goods-to-person solutions, AMRs, software and controls for major logistics operations. Dematic is often selected for complex distribution centers where multiple technologies must work together at high throughput.
Company fact | Detail |
Founded | 1819 roots; Dematic brand formed in modern intralogistics era |
Country | United States |
Address | 756 W Peachtree St NW, Atlanta, GA 30308 |
Employees | Approx. 10,000+ globally |
Specializes in | Warehouse automation, conveyors, sortation, ASRS, AMRs, software and systems integration |
Products | Dematic Multishuttle, AutoStore integration, pouch sorter, conveyors, AMRs, Dematic iQ software, goods-to-person systems, automated pallet systems |
Typical projects | E-commerce fulfillment centers, grocery distribution, parcel sortation, retail warehouses, manufacturing logistics, automated storage, goods-to-person systems |
Management and ownership | Dematic is part of KION Group, a publicly listed German industrial group. KION CEO: Rob Smith. Dematic operates as a supply chain solutions business within KION. |
Website: www.dematic.com
Dematic review summary
Dematic is one of the world's largest suppliers of warehouse automation, with more than 10,000 employees and roots that go back to 1819. It has belonged to Germany's KION Group since 2016, after passing through Mannesmann, Siemens and private equity owners. This profile sets out its history, ownership, acquisitions, products and leadership.
Verified key facts from the review
Fact | Detail |
Company | Dematic |
Roots | 1819, in Wetter, Germany, as Mechanische Werkstaetten Harkort & Co. |
Headquarters | Atlanta, Georgia, USA |
Employees | More than 10,000 |
Revenue | USD 3.2 billion in 2021, the latest stand-alone figure found |
Owner | KION Group, since 2016 |
Stock listing | None of its own; KION Group is listed in Frankfurt (KGX) |
President | Michael Larsson, since 2024 |
Strengths
One of the largest installed bases and service organizations in the industry.
A full range from hardware to software, built through acquisitions.
The financial backing of KION Group.
Challenges
Large projects whose timing depends on customer investment cycles.
Competition from newer robot-based systems, which it now also addresses through partnerships.
Read the full review: Dematic Company Profile: History, Ownership, Acquisitions, Products and Leadership
Products in the All Things Cobots Catalogue
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