Locus Origin Review: Specs, Price and Applications of the Mobile Robot
Updated: 2 days ago
The Locus Origin is a mobile robot with a maximum payload of 36 kg (80 lb), listed from USD 25,000. This review covers its full specifications, design, integration, applications and price, so you can decide whether it fits your automation project.
Quick Verdict
Locus Origin is a collaborative picking robot that works alongside warehouse associates in order fulfilment. The slim robot measures 22 in across and 57.8 in tall and carries up to 36 kg in totes or cartons. Eight sensors and cameras support LiDAR and vision navigation, and a tablet screen with an integrated scanner guides the picker in several languages. One charge of about 50 minutes powers up to 14 hours of work. It is listed from USD 25,000.
Locus Origin at a Glance
Product type: Mobile robot
Maximum payload: 36 kg (80 lb)
Price: from USD 25,000
Locus Origin Technical Specifications
The table below lists the published specifications of the Locus Origin.
Specification | Locus Origin |
Manufacturer | Locus Robotics |
Model | Locus Origin |
Product type | Mobile robot |
Maximum payload | 36 kg (80 lb) |
Interfaces | Tablet-based touchscreen with multi-language display, integrated scanner, onboard accessory port |
Certifications | CE |
Starting price | From USD 25,000 |
Detailed Technical Data
Dimensions: 22 in (55.9 cm) diameter x 57.8 in (146.8 cm) height
Runtime: up to 14 hours per charge
Charging time: about 50 minutes
Navigation: LiDAR and vision
Sensors: 8 sensors and cameras
Design and Build Quality
The Locus Origin is a mobile robot made by Locus Robotics. Published build data: Dimensions: 22 in (55.9 cm) diameter x 57.8 in (146.8 cm) height.
Integration and Fleet Setup
Mapping, fleet management software, charging and connection to warehouse or production systems are part of the project scope for the Locus Origin and are defined with the supplier.
Locus Origin Applications and Use Cases
Typical applications for the Locus Origin are intralogistics, line-side delivery, pallet movement, cart towing and warehouse transport.
Intralogistics
The Locus Origin is used for intralogistics, carrying up to 36 kg (80 lb).
Line-side delivery
The Locus Origin is used for line-side delivery, carrying up to 36 kg (80 lb).
Pallet movement
The Locus Origin is used for pallet movement, carrying up to 36 kg (80 lb).
Locus Origin Price and Value
The Locus Origin is listed from USD 25,000 on All Things Cobots. Fleet software, charging equipment, accessories and integration affect the final price and are quoted separately. Prices are indicative, are not final and may change.
Pros and Cons
Pros
Maximum payload: 36 kg (80 lb)
Cons
Needs clear, level floor routes or a prepared operating area
Fleet software, charging and integration are quoted separately
Who Should Buy the Locus Origin?
The Locus Origin fits plants and warehouses that need to move goods between stations without fixed conveyors.
See the full Locus Origin product listing on All Things Cobots.
Locus Origin FAQ
How much does the Locus Origin cost?
The Locus Origin is listed from USD 25,000 on All Things Cobots. The price is indicative and may change, and it does not include installation or integration.
What is the Locus Origin?
Locus Origin is a collaborative picking robot that works alongside warehouse associates in order fulfilment.
What payload does the Locus Origin handle?
Published maximum payload of the Locus Origin: 36 kg (80 lb).
Which interfaces does the Locus Origin support?
Published interfaces are Tablet-based touchscreen with multi-language display, integrated scanner and onboard accessory port.
What is the Locus Origin used for?
Typical applications are intralogistics, line-side delivery, pallet movement, cart towing and warehouse transport.
Specifications and prices are based on manufacturer and distributor information. Prices are indicative, are not final and may change.
