A move to a new storage unit and the introduction of some of the latest intralogistics technologies, allowed bathroom products specialist Roper Rhodes to make immediate supply chain cost savings.
Narrow Aisle’s Warehouse Systems Division has announced the launch of Flexi Easi-Change – a new intelligent forklift truck battery charging and management system.
When warehouse space is at a premium but vehicle loading and unloading must be fast, efficient and reliable, loading bay pods that effectively extend the building may offer a solution, says Alan Ryder, area sales manager at sara LBS (Loading Bay Specialists).
The show takes place in Ericsson Exhibition Hall 1 of the Ricoh Arena in Coventry on Tuesday 27th and Wednesday 28th February 2018.
Industry 4.0 has received a lot of hype, but while this is usually off-putting, that doesn’t mean it won’t have a real impact on manufacturing and its supply chain, logistics and material handling challenges. HSS editor Simon Duddy reports.
The rise of m-commerce – buying and selling products and services through handheld devices – has meant computers and e-mail are becoming obsolete, according to the FedEx SME Export Report round table.
High ticket online purchases becoming more frequent and more expensive. As a result, consumer demands of delivery companies are also changing, says Nick Cullen, managing director, DX Express.
Specialist 3PL Postnord TPL AB and Apotek Hjärtat AB opted for SSI Schaefer to provide the intralogistics for its central pharmaceutical logistics centre in Norrköping, Sweden.
Entries for the annual Talent in Logistics Awards are now open, providing an opportunity to recognise, reward and celebrate the transport, warehousing and logistics industry professionals that are inspiring and developing future talent.
2018 is shaping up to be the biggest and best yet for the Western Business Exhibitions, Health & Safety Event at the NEC, 10-12 April 2018.
In an age where production is growing and ever smaller batches are transported, the production and distribution sides are virtually dependent on the efficiency and flexibility of the transport logistics, says Kardex Remstar.
VNA forklifts, racking and consultancy from Jungheinrich helps 3PL kit out newly acquired facility.
Stora Enso’s Juha Maijala advocates digitalising the supply chain with intelligent RFID-enabled packaging.
Most major manufacturers have started on their journeys toward Industry 4.0 with great enthusiasm. However, their suppliers need to act now to ensure they are not left in the slow lane when it comes to digital manufacturing, says Harry Chana of Daifuku.
The disruption of having to build new loading bays can be a daunting prospect for some owners and operators of logistics centres and manufacturing plants. An option that may be an attractive alternative is precast concrete loading bays, suggests Paul Rudge, area sales manager with sara LBS.
Samuel Grant Packaging has launched the Samson Nano Ferret, an extension of its pallet wrapping range.
David Robertson, Coca-Cola European Partners talks to HSS Editor Simon Duddy about how the company revamped its approach to racking safety.
A Derbyshire logistics facility has boosted productivity at its 24-hour domestic and international delivery operation, after signing a long-term agreement with the local branch of Windsor Materials Handling.
German forklift giant Jungheinrich says the technology has moved passed the early adopter stage and has become a mainstream choice for many end users.
Kramp – supplier of spare parts and services to dealers across Europe in the agriculture, forestry, landscaping and earth-moving sectors – has awarded KNAPP with a contract for the first of its new OSR Shuttle Evo systems.
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