articleFirst pocket sorter in pharmaceutical sector
THE FIRST ever pocket sortation system in the pharmaceutical sector is enabling efficient omnichannel distribution for the Lithuanian healthcare company, Limedika.
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articleAvoiding a hangover: The benefits and potential of warehouse automation in the alcohol industry
British alcohol businesses have experienced a revolution in recent years with the rise of craft beers, artisanal spirits and non-alcoholic options. Meanwhile, consumers are shifting away from pubs and bars towards at-home drinking experiences, largely fuelled by e-commerce and rising prices. Alcohol wholesalers, manufacturers and distributors must find new ways to adapt to beat the competition, and it all starts in the warehouse, explains Simon Jones.
productPicking robot launched
THE ROBOT is designed for a wide variety of applications such as pick and place, kitting, sorting, warehouse and eCommerce.
productRetailer Babydump augments Autostore with AGRs
THE RETAILER uses an Autostore ASRS to manage many orders, and uses robots from Prime Vision to transport empty boxes from box erectors to picking stations, conveyors and chutes, depending on order profile.
newsAutomated solution for insect farm
LAC Logistics Automation has designed and installed a bespoke conveyor and robotic solution at Entocycle’s London Bridge insect farming base.
articleWhat now for the MFC market?
One of the leading players in this sector, TakeOff Technologies, recently announced it had entered Chapter 11, in effect a ‘reorganisation bankruptcy’.
articleThe essential guide to choosing the right warehouse automation partner
As the logistics industry evolves, selecting the right warehouse automation partner is crucial for optimising supply chain operations and maintaining customer satisfaction. Here are some key considerations to guide your decision.
productLarge-scale ASRS for textile wholesaler
THE GERMAN firm Erwin Müller has installed a shuttle system, automating processes for incoming goods and adding 130,000 storage bins, as well as picking workstations.
newsEuropa Warehouse announces multiple contract wins
Despite volatile economic conditions recently due to labour shortages and rising costs, Europa Warehouse has secured thirteen new customers and gained over £11 million worth of additional revenue, in the past six months.
articleA bit of practical help
Working in warehousing can be a frustrating exercise, but you are not alone. The Tomorrow’s Warehouse Event provides a great opportunity to network and learn, and ultimately improve operations. Our Coventry event on June 20 attracted over 400 attendees who benefited from a packed seminar programme and bustling exhibition area with more than 50 suppliers.
newsKey fulfilment firm pushes envelope on order cut-offs
THG Fulfil, the operations division of THG’s third-party fulfilment Ingenuity business, has extended its order cut-off for next-day delivery to 1am, effectively making orders placed between midnight and 1am same day.
productAutomated storage for Airbus logistics hub
AIRBUS HELICOPTERS has opened a new logistics hub at Albacete, Spain, which is equipped and operated by Daher as the lead logistics partner.
articleAutomation mitigates labour shortages and instils safety culture
Logistics automation not only tackles the lack of labour in warehouses and distribution centres today, it also helps cultivate a culture of safety and innovation.
articleRegistration has opened for Tomorrow’s Warehouse Manchester
The first speakers have been announced for Tomorrow’s Warehouse Manchester, a one-day, free-to-attend conference dedicated to addressing operational challenges in warehousing and logistics.
productPlans for third Ocado CFC in Japan
Ocado and AEON have announced a third Customer Fulfilment Centre will be constructed in Kuki-Miyashiro, the Saitama prefecture of Japan.
productExplore Warehousing 2.0 – putting AI into intralogistics
Join us on our upcoming webinar with Linde on 4 September 2024 at 9.30am, to discuss what intralogistics can gain from the artificial intelligence revolution.
articleNow is the time…
Peak planning starts earlier every year and to help you formulate your plans, Logistics Matters has gathered expert opinions to highlight the key issues you should be considering.
productMechanisation helps retailer pivot to omnichannel
EYEWEAR RETAILER General Óptica has revamped its logistics centre to adapt to omnichannel sales.
newsElement Logic UK appoints managing director
Element Logic, the world’s first and largest AutoStore distributor, has appointed Scott Torrington as managing director of its UK operations.
productHumanoid robot to deploy to warehouse
GXO LOGISTICS has signed a multi-year deal with Agility Robotics, creator of the bipedal Mobile Manipulation Robot (MMR) Digit, to deploy Digit in GXO’s logistics operations.
