Robot collision triggers fire at Ocado Andover automated fulfillment center (2019)
[MALFUNCTION]Feb 12, 2019 · Ocado Group · Ocado Smart Platform · Monroe
Failure Mode
MALFUNCTION
Event Date
Feb 12, 2019
Primary Entity
Ocado Group
Robotic Platform
Ocado Smart Platform
Jurisdiction / Location
Monroe
Audit Standard
Physical State Verified
Incident Abstract & Audit Findings
A collision between three robots at Ocado's automated grocery fulfillment center in Andover, Hampshire, UK triggered a fire that caused substantial damage to the facility. 200+ firefighters battled the blaze which burned for over 24 hours. The incident disrupted grocery deliveries and led to facility closure. A prior 2018 fire at the same facility was caused by an electrical fault in a robot battery.
System & Fleet Architecture
Operating Manufacturer
Hardware Platform
Operational Sectors
Primary Sources & Evidentiary Filings
- Inspect Filing
https://www.supermarketnews.com/grocery-technology/robot-collision-triggers-fire-at-u-k-ocado-facility
https://www.supermarketnews.com/grocery-technology/robot-collision-triggers-fire-at-u-k-ocado-facility
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Incident Context & FAQ
What happened in Robot collision triggers fire at Ocado Andover automated fulfillment center (2019)?
A collision between three robots at Ocado's automated grocery fulfillment center in Andover, Hampshire, UK triggered a fire that caused substantial damage to the facility. 200+ firefighters battled the blaze which burned for over 24 hours. The incident disrupted grocery deliveries and led to facility closure. A prior 2018 fire at the same facility was caused by an electrical fault in a robot battery.
When did this incident occur?
The incident is recorded as occurring on February 12, 2019 on the DEPLOY registry. The date reflects the underlying real-world event, not the registry record's creation date.
What robot was involved in Robot collision triggers fire at Ocado Andover automated fulfillment center (2019)?
Ocado Smart Platform by Ocado Group is the recorded robot involved in this incident at Monroe.
Has anyone responded to Robot collision triggers fire at Ocado Andover automated fulfillment center (2019)?
No responses to this incident are recorded on the DEPLOY registry. Operators, manufacturers, or affected parties can submit responses to the editorial team; absence is not a guarantee no response was issued.
What is the current status of Robot collision triggers fire at Ocado Andover automated fulfillment center (2019)?
This incident is an active record on the DEPLOY registry; no retraction or correction has been issued.