Food firm tightens operations
Confectionery supplier sees cascade of benefits after switch from paper-based warehouse organisation to WMS.
Insights and innovations from IRX and EDX
Over 5,000 tech-savvy visitors from across the globe came together at the NEC for the co-located InternetRetailing Expo (IRX) and eDelivery Expo (EDX) this year. Game-changing news, developments and innovations – including more than 25 large-scale product launches – were presented at this year’s Expos by more than 300 exhibitors, sponsors and partners.
I versus Robot?
Machines are increasingly taking over tasks that humans have performed for decades. From Luddites in the 1800s to modern day “digital refuseniks”, some have always resisted change, and yet today’s robots are more capable than ever. So will workers rejoice at being unshackled from repetitive and dangerous tasks, or should we brace ourselves for high-performing smart warehouses becoming deserted dark logistics facilities?
Taking care of safety footwear
For those that wear protective footwear on a daily basis, there are some simple tips for keeping them in a tip-top condition. Here Sangeeta Aeri, technical manager at Supertouch, a PPE specialist, talks through some of the basics that can help to extend the life of footwear.
Measure it to manage it
Companies where the Operations and Finance teams are not working together to effectively manage their fleet run the risk of escalating overtime charges, says Theo Rennenberg, global fleet asset manager at DLL.
Think tank urges migrant deal for key workers
IPPR analysis suggests that a deal that allows free movement for certain categories of workers would help the UK’s post-Brexit economy thrive.
FSDF puts food logistics case to UK Government ahead of Brexit negotiations
Food Storage & Distribution Federation Chief Executive, Chris Sturman, along with representatives from a number of FSDF member companies, met with the Department for Transport to discuss the concerns of the temperature-controlled food logistics industry following the triggering of Article 50.
You’ve got options
Most big trucks ordered are customised in some way, says Rainer Marian, big trucks sales director for Hyster. Here he outlines some of the options.
Amazon to open robot-driven Warrington DC
Warrington is one of four new fulfilment centres that Amazon will open in 2017.
Boots creates alarm for racking load fall danger
Boots UK develops innovative in house solution to protect colleagues from pallet racking push through.
Tackling the impact of uncertainty
The theme for the Warehouse Technology Group event is how investment in business-improving warehouse technology and equipment can help you meet the challenges presented by the current business climate and the growth of e-tailing.
Swisslog debuts fully automated mixed pallet creation solution ACPaQ
Creating customised mixed pallets for individual stores from single-SKU pallets is one of the most important areas of successful retail warehouse operations, and has long been a monotonous manual task for retailers. Intralogistics specialist Swisslog has addressed this challenge by unveiling a robot-based solution designed to fully automate and potentially triple the speed of the palletising process.
Finalists announced for Everywoman Transport & Logistics Awards
Today, 33 of the most inspirational role models in the UK’s transport and logistics industry have been announced as finalists in the 2017 FTA everywoman in Transport & Logistics Awards.
Brexit bite could lead firms to seek supply chain savings
As Brexit begins to bite with lost profit at Premier Foods, organisations should take action in their supply chain to mitigate damage, says Crimson & Co.
On-demand warehousing
A web-based matching service for on-demand warehousing leads the way in showing how the sharing economy can be useful for growing retailers needing storage. Martin Elgood, MD of Zupplychain, explains what makes it tick.
Costco invests in efficiency and safety with loading solution
In a move designed to increase loading efficiency and operator safety, Costco, a cash and carry membership warehouse club, has commissioned the installation of a Thorworld Industries’ 12,000Kg Deluxe Type 6 Loading Ramp to improve processes at the company’s UK distribution depot in Crick, Northamptonshire.
Application first, cost second: How to ensure pallet longevity
When purchasing goods that contribute to the running of a business, it goes without saying that cost is a fundamental factor. We all want a fair price. Yet, time and again we see situations where customers have purchased pallets that are not wholly suitable for their application, explains Jim Hardisty, MD at Goplasticpallets.com.
Attachments developed for productivity boost
Productivity is key to a profitable materials handling operation but Cooper Specialised Handling says the best results are achieved not only by deploying the right equipment for the application, but also by specifying attachments designed to speed up the process.
Southgate opens Innovation Centre
The new facility makes demonstration of larger products more accessible to UK distributors.
Logistex installs sortation solution for Clipper Logistics
Logistex has designed and installed a sortation solution for Clipper’s latest facility located at the M1 Junction 15 near Northampton.
