Chain chemist opens 100 million euro automated DC
dm-drogerie markt has opened a new distribution centre with robotics and software from Swisslog.
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Our Special Report surveys our readers and gathers expert comments to help you turn a crisis into a growth opportunity.
Elevating service performance with Rushlift and Doosan
A forklift truck is a vital tool, and significant investment, that should be regularly maintained and productively managed across the whole life of a truck. But how many businesses fall short?
SnapFulfil rises above the pandemic cloud with client wins
Warehouse technology innovator SnapFulfil is beating the pandemic blues with a string of new business wins in both the UK and US.
Drinks distributor invests in LED lighting for warehouse
Ecolighting UK has been specified for LED lighting at a new 162,056 sq ft warehouse in Thurrock, Essex, for client London City Bond (LCB).
Asda to expand eComm operation with automation project
The retailer will expand the eCommerce operation at its North East Clothing depot in Washington, with a the project due to be completed in 2021.
Flexibility and decentralisation crucial for supply chain resilience
More than two thirds of supply chain professionals will prioritise supply chain resilience and flexibility when building for the future, according to the findings of the 2020 SCALA Supply Chain Debate.
Semi-automated solution allows firm to keep investment manageable
Plastic electroplating specialist C+C Krug took the path to semi-automation of logistics processes with SSI Schaefer.
App-based grocer opts for robotic picking
Picnic has selected TGW as partner for the highly-automated fulfilment centre.
Prediction: Retailers to in-source sortation
In the future sorting items to the depot level will be increasingly carried out by retailers themselves.
Fast access to advice and solutions
The pandemic means that warehouse operators are frequently having to deal with variations in storage demand and product profile.
Streamline efficiency for holding and picking metals
Increasing demand for cut-to-size material meant AMCO Metall Service’s facility for semi-finished materials was running out of space.
Clothing brand grows operations with 40 truck fleet
Helly Hansen recently upgraded a large part of the internal transport fleet at its European distribution centre with forklifts from Unicarriers.
Adapting to further eComm sales
The design of warehouses and the specification of the loading technologies installed throughout them continues to evolve to support supply chain operators in successfully meeting the ever changing demands placed on the logistics sector, says Phil Thorpe, senior product manager at Hörmann UK.
Food 3PL safely installs modular loading dock
2ExcelLogistics, the customer-orientated haulage and warehousing operation with a food supply chain focus, has safely achieved completion on a Thorworld Industries modular loading dock installation in challenging times, with all teams involved working compliantly to meet social distancing guidelines.
Can the swarm replace fleet management?
Agilox autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) are saving costs for customers by applying swarm intelligence.
Go back better
How returning after lockdown presents unique opportunities to enhance safety and boost productivity for materials handling operations.
Baoli warehouse trucks: Effective in narrow spaces
Reliability and very good performance are said to some of the main features of the EP Pallet Trucks and ES Pallet Stackers solutions from Baoli’s warehouse trucks range.
Gebhardt launches smart sorting technology
The Gebhardt SpeedSorter is designed for a wide range of conveyed goods due to its modular design, high system performance, ease of maintenance and high availability.
Truck and tech mix maximises productivity safety and engagement
Crown is developing advanced forklift technology to help customers anticipate and adapt to fast developing warehouse trends.
