High-tech in the fork tip
Vetter and Motec have pooled their expertise to create a futuristics forklift safety solution, allowing operators to see behind their load via cameras mounted on the forks.
Skills for the future
The upcoming IMHX show will take a close look at skills in logistics, so this feature has a sneak peek at what will be on offer and takes a broader look at skills in the logistics industry, with the launch of the National Logistics Academy, as well as reaction to Brexit.
Smart pallet launches with embedded chips
Dutch start-up company Ahrma has launched what it has called a revolutionary pallet.
In-depth study of major manufacturer’s forklift safety
Mitsubishi Electric Air Conditioning Systems Europe Ltd is a company that emphasises empowerment of its workforce to be involved in all aspects of the business. The employees created a forklift safety initiative at its huge Livingston facilities to change operations from the bottom up. HSS editor Simon Duddy visited the team to hear their story.
Rising above the pain
Former warehouse worker Lisa Ramos gave a powerful presentation at the recent FLTA Safety Conference, relaying how her life was turned upside down when a forklift reversed into her.
Sweating storage assets
Making the most of valuable and scarce warehouse space was a key theme at the Warehouse Technology Group’s recent event in Manchester. HSS editor Simon Duddy reports.
Semi-automated option
Grocery retailer SPAR in Austria is operating a semi-automated solution from KNAPP that enables goods to be picked directly from pallets to roll containers, dispensing with the need for decanting.
Logistics industry concern BREXIT could lead to higher duties
Ian Stansfield (pictured), former VP Logistics & Supply Chain for Asda and now managing director of Summit Consulting raised the concern at the Annual Logistics Debate, which was hosted by supply chain consultancy SCALA in association with the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT).
Get yourself connected with Jungheinrich at IMHX
Jungheinrich UK will use IMHX to showcase and demonstrate the significant customer benefits delivered by its broad range of materials handling products and intralogistics solutions.
Major wood recycler invests in Windsor fleet
Windsor Material Handling takes strong partner approach to meeting the MHE needs of Hadfield Wood Recyclers.
Flexibility of automation key to Ramadan rush
Retailers looking to respond to seasonal demands are turning to automation to achieve the flexibility and rapid scalability required.
MPs hammer Mike Ashley for litany of warehouse worker abuses
Mike Ashley, Deputy Executive Chairman, founder of, and majority shareholder in Sports Direct must be held accountable for the appalling working conditions and practices at the retailer’s shops and at the Shirebrook warehouse in Derbyshire, the Business, Innovation and Skills (BIS) Select Committee finds in its report on Employment practices at Sports Direct.
David Selfe new Southgate Packaging BDM
Southgate Packaging Group has appointed David Selfe as an additional Business Development Manager.
A-Safe to unveil a revolution in rack safety at IMHX
Would a racking collapse pulverise your productivity? Would it ruin your reputation? Could it even cripple your company?
Rulmeca UK to showcase rollers and components at PPMA Total Show
Rulmeca UK will introduce all the rollers and components dedicated to process and packaging machines.
A-Safe unveils a revolution in rack safety
RackEye by A-Safe is designed to allow managers to monitor rack integrity via a smartphoen app and help them proactively manage rack safety.
Throughput boost in single item orders at JD Williams
Axiom GB has completed an automated packing line solution for JD Williams, the UK’s largest independent home shopping retailer, at its Lilac & Briar Mill facility in Shaw, Lancashire.
Brexit dominates SCALA debate
I attended the annual SCALA Logistics Debate in July. It is always excellent – thought-provoking, packed with presenters brimming with insight. This latest Debate was even better still as it happened in the immediate wake of the UK’s referendum vote to leave the European Union. HSS editor Simon Duddy reports.
Relevel key to continued safe operation
Uretek were brought in to relevel the floor of a major industrial building while allowing it to remain fully operational.
Online stock database launches
Zupplychain has launched its Stock Database, the latest development of its website available to warehouse providers registered with it.
