Check out The Safer Site programme
The Fork Lift Truck Association has put together a wealth of forklift safety knowledge and advice in supporting materials for its Safer Site programme.
Heed the warning line
Accurate tyre replacement is key to fleet safety and keeping costs in check. The Pit Stop Line from Trelleborg is designed to bring precision to the decision making of fleet managers.
Component manufacturer avoids headache with warehouse revamp
A switch to Flexi NANO technology has saved space for a manufacturer and alleviated potential production headache.
Save space, cut cost
Hackling Transport’s 130,000 sq ft shared user warehouse provides in the region of 10,000 pallet locations of varying dimensions to allow anything from hazardous chemicals to foodstuffs to be stored.
Space saving and efficient metal bar storage
Hydraulic cylinder manufacturer AHP Merkle uses KASTO’s automatic storage technology to boost the efficiency of its operations while saving vital production space.
Adaptable antenna takes to curves
Harting has developed an RFID antenna designed for use with space constricted belt conveyors and can map curved tracks.
Chris Sturman wins Lifetime Achievement gong
Chris Sturman, Chief Executive of FSDF has been announced as the recipient of this the TCS&D lifetime achievement award.
Consultancy appoints FMCG and foodservice expert
LCP Consulting has appointed Richard Walters as partner in the firm’s Manufacturing practice.
Robotic solution for mixed product pick
In response to rising retailer demand for mixed product trays, FANUC has collaborated with integrator Pacepacker Services to engineer a pot swap tray loading system.
Save warehouse space without an expansion
Running out of warehouse space is one of the biggest challenges any business faces, large or small. Seasonal variations, rapid growth, excessive discount purchasing – whatever the reason, lack of warehouse space has a knock-on effect on operations, sales and ultimately, the bottom-line, says Action Storage.
New forklift tyre service promises one stop shop
Toyota Material Handling UK has launched a new forklift tyre service, which is designed to make it easy for customers to replace tyres.
UKWA calls for policymakers to back warehouse development
The call came as the Association unveiled a warehouse census highlighting a ‘crucial lack of supply and development’.
Canopy eliminates pinchpoint
A medical supplies firm has boosted warehouse processes and increased space with a canopy from CopriSystems. HSS talked to Squadron Medical’s operations manager Sue Nevitt about how this was achieved.
Solid foundations
Offsite manufacturer Charcon secures bespoke sideloader solution from Bulmor.
People still critical
Ute Filippone, ID Systems’ business manager EMEA & UK takes a look at the issue of robots versus humans in the MHE sector.
Component boosts AGV control
SICK UK has launched the PLd / SIL2-certified DFS60S Pro incremental encoder, enabling motion to be safely controlled in automated guided vehicles or machinery requiring frequent operator interaction.
Overcoming warehouse lighting challenges
The warehouse is a particularly tricky environment to get right in terms of lighting but smart solutions are available, says Thorlux Lighting.
Casual forklift training poses risk warns RTITB
According to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), some businesses allow lift truck “training” to simply be carried out by a forklift operator, who may or may not be correctly trained themselves, rather than using professional lift truck instructors. RTITB warns of the dangers of ‘casual’ training and confirms best practice.
Mind the gap
Beumer Group has introduced TrayDeck, a solution that aims to help warehouse managers close the gaps between trays on high-speed tilt-tray sorters.
