Incident2026-10-20

Napa Auto Parts partnered with Hy-Tek Intralogistics and Hai Robotics. The collaboration deploys Hai Robotics’ HaiPick Systems for automated storage and retrieval. The system targets higher warehouse storage density and improved order accuracy. It also aims to increase throughput and operational efficiency. The design was validated in Hy-Tek’s Innovation Lab before deployment. Napa’s Senior Director Tyler Park emphasized scalability and adaptability. Rollout scope across Napa’s facilities remains unclear. Napa previously expanded BrightPick’s AI-powered mobile robots in 2026.

What changed

Warehouse storage and order picking relied on manual processes and human labor.

What it unlocks

Automatically storing, retrieving and delivering contained and non-contained goods in warehouses.

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