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China deploys humanoid robots to sort 1,200 parcels per hour in massive postal hub

· Source: interestingengineering.com

In short

China Post has deployed humanoid robots at its Jianggao logistics site in Guangzhou to sort up to 1,200 parcels per hour, marking a significant step in the country's logistics automation push. The facility handles an average of 6.5 million mail pieces daily and integrates humanoid sorters with robotic arms, autonomous forklifts, and AI-driven systems. The deployment signals China's intent to treat humanoid robotics as practical industrial tools rather than experimental showcases, especially in high-volume logistics environments.

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Tags: humanoid robots, logistics, automation, warehouse, sorting, China Post

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