productFuturistic robotic sorting solution
DUTCH-MADE robots of the Delft-based tech company Prime Vision ran a successful proof-of-concept for a major logistics player in the North American market.
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productHandling super heavy loads
A FOOD manufacturer was looking for a plastic pallet solution for handling dried pulses that are stored in large flexible intermediate bulk containers (FIBC). Each bulk bag can hold up to 2000kgs of dried ingredients, so this application required a strong pallet capable of handling these heavy loads reliably and through many cycles.
newsGrocery leader makes heavy automation investment
THE KROGER Co., America’s largest grocery retailer, is working with Knapp to expand the capacity and enhance the capabilities of its Great Lakes Distribution Centre in Delaware, Ohio.
productExpanded platform
MULTICONTROL FROM Interroll, a control solution for container conveying, can now also be used for automated pallet conveying.
productNext-gen light grids
SICK HAS developed its next-generation SLG-2 light grids to combine higher levels of optical performance with smart sensor capability in an ultra-slim housing.
articleCoping with distorted demand
As the economy has bounced back it has brought its own set of challenges. Interroll Ltd MD Hilton Campbell explains to HSS editor Simon Duddy.
productTight turning radius option
DORNER’S FLEXMOVE Helix Conveyors are known for tight turns and a small footprint. Now, those turns have gotten even tighter.
productTorque about a revolution
THE PORTFOLIO of MaxxDrive parallel and right-angle gear units from Nord DriveSystems offer high output torques from 15 to 282 kNm across 11 sizes.
productTrio of accolades
IN RECOGNITION of its proficiency in robotic automation sales and support, RARUK Automation has received three new accolades.
productAutomated metal handling
STEEL STOCKHOLDER Weser Stahl has extensively automated its operation to meet increasing competition from international suppliers. The key element of its in-house logistics is a recently installed storage, sawing and robotic handling system supplied by Kasto.
articleGetting closer to the consumer
Some thoughts from Dematic about General Merchandise, new challenges, and limited choices…
articleThe future is here…
See how you could bring your warehouse automation journey to life with this webinar from Linde Material Handling, in association with Handling & Storage solutions magazine.
newsOutsourced fulfilment provider in major expansion
JAMES AND James Fulfilment, a provider of outsourced fulfilment services to online retailers, has announced that significant growth over the last 12-18 months has led to strategic investments.
articleFollow the money on e-grocery
LOGISTICS PROFESSIONALS should be paying a lot of attention to the enormous amount of venture capital that it is being invested in e-grocery start-ups, says Handling & Storage solutions editor, Simon Duddy.
productFetch Robotics to sell in $300m+ valuation
ZEBRA TECHNOLOGIES has announced it intends to acquire Fetch Robotics.
articleRobots line-side at engine manufacturer
SIX SHERPA-B AMRs have been deployed and are co-working in safely with humans, AGVs, forklifts and other industrial machines at FPT Industrial.
productKardex introduces new Virtual Global Exhibition
Global pandemic accelerates digital online experience for intralogistics industry.
articleVision-guided robotics and AI explained
What business leaders need to know, by warehouse automation expert John Ripple.
articleSynQ manages robots for Toyota
SWISSLOG’S MOBILE robotic solution will provide Toyota with flexibility and efficiency to manage spare parts fulfillment.
articleAMRs for grocery delivery warehouse
GEEK+, A global robotics leader, has launched 100 autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) in the distribution centre of grocer Circle K in Hong Kong.
