Simple storage advantage
Simple storage solutions can sizeably enhance an e-tailer’s bottom line, writes Edward Hutchison, managing director of BITO Storage Systems.
Fleet management solution for smaller fleets
I.D. Systems has introduced a new fleet management solution for small & medium sized fleets.
Jungheinrich releases compact ergonomic reach truck
Jungheinrich has released the ETV 216i reach truck, which is built around a permanently installed, maintenance-free lithium-ion battery.
Up to 25,000 pallets stored
AR Racking has installed a storage system for the 20,000 sq m ATA Distribution warehouse in Heudebouville, France.
Alert to the danger of lift truck overloading
Increased safety awareness has prompted a huge uptake in hydraulic overload check devices for Abbey Attachments, exclusive UK supplier for Ravas products. HSS editor Simon Duddy hears more from Paul Saunders and Nicky Whittle from Abbey.
Steel manufacturer avoids downtime with Doosan ‘DPF free’ heavy lifting
Forklift downtime can be critical for Outokumpu so it turned to Doosan for cleaner, new diesel powered trucks.
Flooring revamped to support high-density storage
One of the world’s largest capital goods companies recently upgraded its logistics operations and brought in the Cogri Group to ensure the flooring was up to scratch.
Code of practice for industrial doors
At the beginning of this year, DHF released a new code of practice designed to raise standards of safety in the industrial door industry.
SSI Schaefer launches Flexi shuttle storage system
The system has plugged a gap in the automated handling and storage system provider’s range, meaning it now offers five systems each catering to different demands of scale and throughput.
Hoists launched for use on monorails
Street Crane has launched a new range of cost-effective special hoists specifically designed for use on curved or straight monorails and with lifting capacities up to 38 tonnes.
Clark launches new IC truck series
The S series gas and diesel counterbalance trucks have capacities between 2 and 3.5 tons, and feature improved driver ergonomics.
Narrow aisle work
Deanta Doors moved into newly built premises in December 2017 and enlisted the help of Eastern Forklift Trucks for advice on their stacking solutions.
Baumann names Windsor 2017 Dealer of the Year
Italian sideloader manufacturer Baumann has named Windsor Materials Handling as its 2017 UK dealer of the year.
Robotic picking pilot doubles productivity for apparel retailer
Geodis has improved efficiency and accuracy for a US online women’s apparel retailer while addressing labour market concerns.
Beumer Group launches new class of line sorter
The BG Line Sorter provides an alternative to traditional sliding-shoe line sorters by combining the broad handling mix of a cross-belt sorter within the compact footprint of a line sorter.
Marks and Spencer selects Zetes to boost visibility
M&S will deploy Zetes’ supply chain visibility platform, ZetesOlympus, selected Zetes to help manage its fresh food supply chain. Part of this will involve facilitating greater collaboration between M&S and its food suppliers.
Robot wrapper grapples larger loads
Robotic stretch wrapper aims to go a step further than turntable solutions.
Ocado reveals near zero food waste level
Online supermarket Ocado has published its food waste figures, revealing a figure of 0.02%, or 1 in 6,000 food items wasted.
New-gen shuttle and straddle carriers built for increased reliability
Kalmar, part of Cargotec, has launched its latest-generation shuttle and straddle carriers, incorporating significant changes and upgrades based on customer feedback and years of extensive R&D work.
Bigger baler makes short work of packaging waste
A long standing customer of KK Balers had been struggling with its increased turnover of packaging materials.
