productBMW trials robots at manufacturing plant
The self-driving robots are used to move roll containers carrying parts around the extensive site.
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productAnti-crush kick-pad
Weston Handling Consultancy has unveiled the Anti-crush kick-pad in a bid to cut down on truck damage and boost safety for operators.
productHatteland unveils huge AutoStore demo at CeMAT
Built around a 50 square metre grid and featuring six robots and two carousel ports, the live system will show visitors how AutoStore can store up to 400% more goods in the same space as a conventional warehouse.
articleCorrect leaning loads
Sometimes the simplest of things can bring multi-million pound installations grinding to a halt, one such example is a leaning load on a pallet.
articleE-fulfillment robot debuts
EiraTech, the Dublin-based developer of robotics solutions for the e-fulfilment sector, previewed the EiraBot 4 at the recent eDelivery.
articleDHL deploys robotic trolley
The Effi-BOT from French start-up Effidence is an automated trolley that follows pickers through the warehouse.
productSSI Schaefer buys majority share in RO-BER
The partnership is claimed to increase the level of robotics expertise at SSI Schaefer and create promising integration and development potential for automation solutions.
newsUKWA announces finalists for Awards
The United Kingdom Warehousing Association (UKWA) has announced the finalists for each category in this year’s UKWA Awards for Warehousing. The overall winner of each category will be announced at UKWA’s Awards for Warehousing Lunch, which takes place at London’s Dorchester Hotel on Wednesday July 6th.
productSSI Schaefer’s Weasel wins IFOY Award
SSI Schaefer’s Weasel automated guided vehicle (AGV) has won the “International Forklift of the Year” (IFOY) Award 2016 in the “Intralogistics Solutions” category.
articleThe true cost of maintenance
Dave Acton, General Manager for Engineering Support Services at Logistex, discusses the cost versus value of out-sourcing the maintenance of the automated warehousing operation.
productFastlane predicts grocery revolution with Amazon entry
E-commerce delivery experts Fastlane International says the grocery industry is significantly underestimating the impact of Amazon Fresh in the UK.
articleAutomation can battle the dark side of returns
Returns has long been the dark side of eCommerce and if anything the problem is getting worse, with many companies reporting 50% returns rates. But you don’t have to sit and take it – Swisslog shows how warehouse automation can be the key to streamlining returns management.
productSnapfulfil has three launches ready for IMHX show
As well as highlighting its WMS solution, Snapfulfil is preparing to launch a hat-trick of exciting new developments at IMHX.
productSpeed up logistics processes
Whether it is a request for new material to be delivered, assistance required or that work is running out, Andonspeed calls up the appropriate intervention to the packing station, reducing waiting times and making the operation more efficient.
articleKion buys Dematic in ‘transformational’ £1.4bn deal
Forklift manufacturer the KION Group has acquired the automated logistics solutions supplier Dematic in a bid to create a global leader in intralogistics solutions.
productNew verision of Eirabot released
EiraTech, the Dublin based innovator of robotics solutions for warehouses and e-fulfilment centres, has announced the launch of EiraBot v4.
articleTech powers dairy of the future
Supply chain and mobility specialist, Rocket Consulting, is working as a strategic SAP partner on an Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) system with Arla Foods.
articleLinde looks ahead to IMHX
Linde Material Handling will examine the future of logistics at IMHX 2016, which takes place in September.
productOnline retail specialist boosts warehouse management
Manhattan Associates will supply Southeast Asia’s leading eCommerce service provider and online distributor aCommerce with its SCALE product suite.
productDorner acquires Geppert-Band
Dorner is a conveyor system manufacturer and Geppert-Band, a European manufacturer of belt and modular belt conveyors.
