articleSwisslog and KUKA combine on innovative logistics robots
The two companies will present a human-robot workstation at Hannover Messe in Germany.
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articleEntry level strapping solution unveiled
The new fully automated LCU pallet packing press from Mosca is an entry-level pallet strapping model, specially designed for frequently changing, low volume production runs.
articleSupply chain leaders tackle retail dilemmas
The LCP Consulting 2015 Leadership Seminar brought together top retailers John Lewis, Argos and Fat Face to offer insight on Solving the Omni-channel Dilemma.
product70 robots behind picking system
E-tailer CatchOfTheDay has begun operating Australia’s first AutoStore system at its central distribution centre in Melbourne.
articleAutomation sorted, next up Global Fulfillment
ASOS has ‘bedded in’ the automated equipment installed at its huge Barnsley DC and is creating greater efficiencies that may help drive profitability in a market that is high growth but margin eroding, says HSS editor Simon Duddy. But further ambitious logistics investment could counter this.
articlePrepared for an explosion in internet orders?
The number of orders taken over the internet is predicted to grow rapidly in the next three years. Stuart Stables, managing director of Dematic Northern Europe explains how a new concept based on ground-breaking software holds the key to fulfilling this massive uptick in orders.
articleIntegrated transport investment
Continental brought in Egemin to automate the transport between the automated warehouse and the production zone.
articleSovex targets multi-billion dollar US e-commerce market
UK manufacturer Sovex is launching a new operation in the United States to target its booming multi-billion dollar e-commerce and parcel handling markets.
articleSwisslog buys automation provider FORTE Industries
Swisslog has acquired US warehouse automation system integrator FORTE Industries for an undisclosed sum. Deal includes Forte’s warehouse execution software (WES).
articleSuperdrug boosts throughput capacity by eight times
Axiom’s sorter has the capacity to process 6,000 orders weighing up to 15kg an hour.
articleSwisslog makes strategic acquisition in robots and AGVs
The automation solutions provider has acquired a carefully selected portfolio of technologies and employees from Grenzebach Automation in Germany.
productCSL post success handling Royal Mail totes
In the ever changing world of logistics, companies have to adapt, change and improve handling methods in order to keep up with the increasing demands and compete in global markets.
productAstec Conveyor patent winning features of High Speed Switch Sorter
Astec Conveyors a leading UK designer and manufacturer of conveyor systems has received a patent for its unique High Speed Switch Sorter, the unit has been developed over a number of years with many modules being successfully installed in systems throughout the UK.
newsInside Yellowcube
Swiss Post chooses Autostore-centred click & pick solution from Swisslog.
productAstec Conveyor patent winning features of High Speed Switch Sorter
Astec Conveyors a leading UK designer and manufacturer of conveyor systems has received a patent for its unique High Speed Switch Sorter, the unit has been developed over a number of years with many modules being successfully installed in systems throughout the UK.
productHandling for moulding machine
Sumitomo Demag has selected UPM Conveyors for product handling on a new 650 and 800t moulding machine for Mann & Hummel based in Wolverhampton.
article100,000 totes for automated warehouse
George Utz plastic totes are helping to streamline the JD Fashion supply chain in one of the UK’s biggest automated distribution centres.
articleKION Group to acquire Handling Automation division of Egemin
The KION Group has signed an agreement with the Belgian automation specialist Egemin Group to purchase its Handling Automation division for an enterprise value of approximately € 72 million.
articleAdvanced hazardous-area safety light curtains released
By designing an explosion-proof enclosure for its leading light curtain technology to ATEX and UL Listed hazardous area standards, SICK is said to offer unprecedented safety protection for high risk flammable gas, vapour and dusty industrial environments.
articleGet ready to up your game
Major changes in regulations regarding the tracking of pharmaceuticals will have a huge impact on related intralogistics, warns Michiel Veenman, global solution manager pharmaceutical industry, Swisslog.
