Synergy Logistics invests in next generation picking
Handling & Storage Solutions Editor Simon Duddy caught up with Synergy Logistics UK MD Tony Dobson to discuss the company’s exciting R&D and expansion plans.
Low cost low pollution
Mark Whittaker, head of sales, Flogas Britain outlines some key benefits for LPG use on forklifts.
Long-term benefits
The National Distribution Centre for British Gas in Leicester is proof that logistics automation can provide low lifetime costs – the automated handling solution supplied to the site by KNAPP recently achieved ten years of successful operation.
Tesco to close two DCs and bring 3PL ops in-house
The wide-ranging changes to the grocer’s supply chain will its number of distribution centres fall from 25 to 23 in the UK and it will also take warehouse operations carried out by DHL and Wincanton in house.
Driveaways a danger
Senior engineer at The Health & Safety Laboratory Nina Day says many companies with generally good health and safety records, fall down when it comes to transport.
Michelin buys Roadster trucks to improve warehouse safety
Linde Material Handling has launched the new Linde Roadster, a range of trucks designed to maximise field of view and safety to operators.
Novices elevated by technology
A semi-automated solution from Crown levels the playing field in terms of operator expertise.
Taking the initiative
All companies are on a health & safety journey and one of the key crossroads is making the shift from reacting to incidents to taking a proactive approach.
Stingray Shuttle a key growth component for Würth
Automated materials handling solutions specialist TGW Logistics has completed a major two-year warehousing project for Würth Elektronik eiSos, one of Europe’s largest manufacturers of electronic and electromechanical components.
Safer Logistics Seminar Programme updated
The Health & Safety Event provides the perfect networking and educational opportunity to anyone responsible for running a safe and efficient workplace, anywhere in the UK.
Global pharma players trust in Swisslog to strengthen intralogistics
Swisslog is a leading automation expert for robot-based and data driven intralogistic solutions, with many satisfied customers in the pharma sector.
Steel-specific team targets heavyweight demands
Botros Hanna from Hyster Europe explains some of the key handling challenges faced by the steel industry today.
Fashion retailer goes omnichannel with goods-to-person picking
A new logistics centre by SSI Schaefer has recently become operational for omni-channel retail distribution by the Finnish Stockmann Group.
South Wales facility for Budweiser
Herchenbach plays a key role in the European distribution strategy of world-leading brewer Anheuser-Busch.
Double digit productivity boost at supermarket DC
A supermarket in the Netherlands boosted order picking productivity with Crown GPC 3000 order pickers optimised with QuickPick Remote.
Temporary building for trans-shipping
Haulier Truckwright turned to Aganto as its services were growing significantly across the UK and it needed more on-site space as part of its expansion plans.
Options for heavy traffic areas
A vast range of flooring products are available, but choosing the right one for heavily trafficked areas or places which house hazardous chemicals can be a headache. Steve Chanter from Watco looks at some of the options.
Training facility targets forklift accidents
Windsor Materials Handling has opened an Immingham-based training facility in a bid to reduce forklift accidents.
Kalmar introduces range of 5-9 tonne forklifts
Kalmar, part of Cargotec, is launching a new range of diesel forklifts. The Kalmar DCG50-90 range, comprising seven models, has been updated to provide better uptime, productivity and savings.
