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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.

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Bespoke floor paves way for automation at Yusen Logistics

In conjunction with Swisslog, Yusen Logistics installed a light goods automated storage and retrieval system for its warehouse in Tuas, Singapore. The innovative AutoStore system includes approximately 16,595 space for stored items and utilises autonomous robots.

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Precise picking helps retailers make most of Peak

December through to Mid-February marks the period in which most e-retailers garner their greatest revenue gains. This has increased pressure on the traditional warehouse and distribution market, as now products need to be optimally stored so they can be quickly and safely prepared for shipping.

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Swarm intelligence

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.

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Stuck in the slow lane?

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.

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Direct delivery

An automated pallet conveying system designed and installed by Gebhardt-ECS for one of Europe’s biggest paint manufacturers is enabling up to 100 loads an hour to be delivered directly from production to specific storage areas in a separate warehouse without intermediate handling.

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Leading 3PL to target cutting-edge start-ups

Kuehne + Nagel plans to invest globally in technology start-ups that could ‘transform logistics’. The shopping list includes big data and predictive analytics, artificial intelligence, blockchain and robotics.

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BITO clicks with IntraLogisteX 2018

BITO will be exhibiting at IntraLogisteX at the Ricoh Arena, Coventry on 27-28 February 2018. Members of BITO’s experienced sales team will be on hand to discuss the leading supplier’s solutions for shelving and racking; storage and order picking systems; bins and containers; and warehouse equipment and accessories for a broad array of applications. 

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Big ideas in motion and control from Lenze at IntraLogisteX

Lenze is bringing a boxful of Big Ideas to IntraLogisteX 2018. The company will showcase a range of innovative drive and motion products, along with advanced software and service solutions designed to accelerate and simplify the specification, design and support of automated handling and storage systems. 

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KNAPP to deliver first OSR Shuttle Evo

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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BITO plans new container sizes suited for eCommerce

Joining BITO’s existing 600 x 400 mm containers this year will be nestable two-third and one-third size containers, which provide the kind of solution sought by e-commerce retailers for deliveries and storage within automated facilities.

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Optimise and survive

While Amazon, Zalando and the rest are gaining ever larger market shares, they are simultaneously investing massively in their logistics infrastructure. This means even companies with small storage needs must optimise logistics processes, argues Kardex Remstar.

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