First UK installation of Konecranes’ S-series crane
Konecranes has supplied a material handling system, incorporating an S-series crane, at ABB’s Drives Service Workshop (DSW) in Coalville, Leicestershire.
Automation flexes its muscles
The pandemic has added to the unpredictable nature of fulfillment as shopping habits shift and evolve. This has led to greater demand for grocery micro-fulfilment and more frequent peaks, leading to innovative automated solutions. Simon Duddy reports.
Glass manufacturer upgrades high bay lighting
Goodlight completed an installation of its GX1 LED High Bays into the European Glass Group‘s production facility in Stockport, Greater Manchester, delivering energy savings of 70%.
Award-winning technology for bespoke mixed case pallets
One of the biggest challenges for large supermarket chains is the creation of bespoke mixed pallets, unique to each individual store’s needs. As SKU requirements differ based on the local demographic and even the store format, it is vital for grocers to account for this in their palletising process.
Five tips for keeping your warehouse healthy in 2021
The peak holiday season can be a stressful time for warehouse personnel—and equipment. In many organisations meeting peak demands requires automation equipment to run at maximum capacity, often without regularly scheduled system maintenance. This tendency to defer maintenance due to high demand was even more prevalent in 2020 as many organisations saw above-normal demand for extended periods during the pandemic.
Safety guidance for forklift users
Tapping into the unique knowledge and resources of a reliable trade organisation can make all the difference to the safety of your operations says the Fork Lift Truck Association.
Book wholesaler invests in automation
The firm lays out a wide-ranging automation upgrade to support an ambitious omnichannel growth plan.
Durable pallets for automation
Steve Penney examines the latest predictions for the warehouse automation market and how storage solutions are evolving to meet the sector’s needs.
Four storeys of robotic sortation for parcel firm
A sortation system with LiBiao’s autonomous mobile robots at its heart has replaced a conveyor-based system at the fulfilment centre of a Japanese cosmetics retailer.
Robotics key to lockdown fulfilment strategies
If the Covid-19 pandemic has taught the logistics industry anything it is the importance of staying flexible in the face of rapid – and unexpected – change. The pandemic has had a significant impact on supply chains throughout the country, stress-testing their resilience and in many instances pushing them to near breaking point.
Boughey makes 2 million euro logistics investment
The 3PL has fitted out its 21,000 sq m Crewe warehouse.
Start up zooms to fast growth
An order fulfilment start up has grown its customer base from zero to 25,000 orders per month, in under 10 weeks and during the height of the Covid-19 crisis.
Digital Twins: supply chain hit or miss?
Can digital twin technology be of use to the supply chain, asks Emile Naus?
RTITB clarifies HSE guidance on forklift training and Covid-19
RTITB has sought clarity from the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) regarding its guidance around lift truck training and Covid-19, following the recent announcements about the new virus strain in the UK and implementation of Tier/Level 4 areas.
Six predictions for retail and supply chains
2020 has been a tough year for all businesses, but the retail sector has taken an especially hard hit. With a vaccine expected imminently, 2021 brings fresh hope for the embattled retail industry, but the continued rise of ecommerce means that many of the challenges faced this year will likely be here to stay in the longer-term.
What does 2021 hold for supply chains?
2020 has been an extremely turbulent year, with the public, businesses and the supply chains that serve them feeling the effects. But how will the fallout affect the supply chain in the months to come, asks John Perry?
A look at the year ahead from pallets leader
2020 will be forever remembered as the year that Coronavirus shook the nation, and a year dominated by Brexit headlines over whether or not the UK will secure a trade deal with the EU.
Warehousing crucial to major robotics acquisition
Hyundai Motor Group will acquire a controlling interest in advanced robotics firm Boston Dynamics, valued at $1.1 billion.
Major food group lays out plans for highly automated DC
The DC will handle a huge range of products across all temperature zones.
Third party e-fulfillment provider invests in robotics
Active Ants has selected 60 GreyMatter-directed robots from GreyOrange for its new e-fulfillment centre.
