Meet the green giants
Heavy duty electric counterbalance joins the Mitsubishi Forklift Trucks series, with models up to 12 tonnes capacity.
Robust fleet of 16 tonners hits the block
The UK’s largest rental equipment provider, Sunbelt Rentals, has taken delivery of a fleet of fifteen Hyster H16XD6 Big Trucks for the handling of accommodation units.
Pain-free fulfilment at Peak
When up to 90% of your annual sales can be done in just 2 months of the year, your Peak season simply has to go right as you can’t afford to let your customers down at a crucial time.
Baumann adds SafeLoad Assistance to diesel range
BAUMANN, THE leading manufacturer of sideloaders for long load handling, has added its new safety system, SafeLoad Assistance, to the award-winning diesel powered GX Series.
Investment pays off with ‘calmest Peak’ for 3PL
Specialist 3PL fulfilment provider Europa Warehouse has reported a 45 per cent increase in total orders picked in December 2023* across its 3PL sites.
Should there be a Minister for Logistics?
The UK’s next government must appoint a Minister for Logistics and Supply Chain if future growth is to be driven across the whole economy, according to business group Logistics UK.
2024 Warehousing Outlook: automation trends coming your way
A NEW report from Kardex Remstar features responses from more than 200 warehouse and distribution centre professionals across a variety of industries. It provides detailed insights into and what lies ahead for 2024.
Automation assists industrial fulfilment
Industrial products distributor ERIKS has boosted the productivity of its order fulfilment operations by 110%, following a logistics network transformation that combines smart software with well-integrated small-parts automation at its new UK distribution hub in Oldbury.
Major productivity gains
Voice-Directed Warehouse Solution delivers game-changing results for a leading flower wholesaler.
A practical look at AI wearable technology
Artificial Intelligence is currently transforming the outlook for health and safety in the workplace. Here, Graham Sharp talks about the ways that wearable technologies can be used in the workplace and how logistics managers can harness the technology to improve workplace safety.
European premiere for Yale Reliant
YALE LIFT TRUCK TECHNOLOGIES will introduce Yale Reliant at LogiMAT in March.
Towards autonomous outdoor forklifts
LINDE MATERIAL HANDLING and the Aschaffenburg University of Applied Sciences (UAS) presented the results of the research project KAnIS – Cooperative Autonomous Intralogistics Systems with live demonstrations on the test site at the Linde plant in Aschaffenburg in December.
New reach truck generation from Crown
Crown’s ESR 1200 Series reach trucks is the successor to the award-winning ESR 1000 Series and features a new mast design that is among the most stable in the industry.
Give your ops an AMR boost
In a recent webinar, Locus Robotics shared its experience of implementing automation in warehouses large and small. Whether you already have some automation in place or are starting from scratch, you can learn how to assess what you need and the process to follow to boost your warehouse performance. Logistics Matters editor Simon Duddy reports.
Keep pace with online drink orders
It’s crucial to manage cashflow and fluctuating demand even as deeper trends point to continued growth in the online alcohol market, says Dionne Redpath, making shared user automation an enticing solution.
Growth surge is sweet due to WMS
WALKER’S SHORTBREAD has invested in Indigo’s Warehouse Management System software to boost stock visibility and traceability in its business operations.
Major productivity gains
Smart IT solutions have revolutionised operations for a flower wholesaler, with faster picking, fewer errors, and easier training making a pleasing bouquet.
Analyse dimensions to boost space utilisation
KNAPP IS making its MultiScan master data capture system available to customers through short-term rental or outright purchase.
Cold Chain Federation looks ahead to 2024
PHIL PLUCK became chief executive of the Cold Chain Federation in November 2023, bringing to the federation a wealth of experience from his leadership roles at professional membership bodies in various sectors. Here, he answers our questions about the cold chain industry and its federation.
Manufacturers face spare parts boom
The kickback against the ‘throw-away’ consumer society is gathering pace, with manufacturers under increasing pressure to stock and supply spare parts, says Jo Bradley.
