articleAutomation becomes the new normal for tomorrow’s warehouse
Supply chain operations across the UK and EU are under pressure like never before, meaning automation is becoming the new normal for tomorrow’s warehouse.
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articleAutonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs)
Results you can’t bolt down — a flexible solution for warehouse transportation.
articleIs micro-fulfilment the future?
The past year has stretched grocery services like never before. Confined to their homes, millions sought to complete their essential shopping online, expecting efficient, often next-day delivery.
articleAutomated vertical farming: Bringing food production closer to the customer
Vertical indoor farming, the practice of farming crops in vertically stacked layers, is poised to become a transformational and indispensable part of the food industry. While it is currently a 3 billion USD sector, many vertical farming operations are still only able to profitably grow a limited number of crops. To unlock the full potential of vertical farming, system-wide automation is key.
productEdge Intelligence Platform launched
Cognex Edge Intelligence (EI) connects customers with Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) data to quickly resolve performance issues.
articleUsing automation to stock electronic components
A good system for managing electronic parts is essential, no business wants to waste time hunting for components which are required for production projects.
articleThree fundamental ways we need to think about intralogistics solutions differently in 2021
Andy Blandford, Dematic Senior Vice President and Managing Director of Northern Europe sets out three key trends that will influence how we deliver intralogistics solutions this year and what that means for customers across the spectrum.
productThe future is here… bring your automated journey to life
Come join us on 2 June 2021 at 10:30am for Linde Material Handling UK’s Automated Solutions webinar.
articleMeet tomorrow’s needs
There are 3 things to consider when automating your warehouse, says Justin Saw, business development director, Logistex.
articleBox office now open for Swisslog Automation Tour at REWE Dortmund
Swisslog is excited to announce registration is now open for the second stop on its World Automation Tour. This time, we will be showcasing the Vectura solution implemented for REWE Dortmund at their fresh produce storage facility in Germany.
productThe need for automated sortation
Smart and scalable sorters provide flexibility and boost efficiency for omni-channel retailers.
articleAI to transform warehouses
Five years ago, I was asked a seemingly simple question by the owner of SEC Storage… are we relevant? One month of furious research later, I gave my answer: ‘Yes, but we won’t be for long’ before outlining an ambitious plan to revolutionise our approach.
productFresh produce automation
Supermarket EDEKA is automating fresh produce logistics in the fruit and vegetable sector at top of its German DCs with an intralogistics solution from Cimcorp.
productSelf-learning gripper
INTHER GROUP has added a the GRIPP robotised machine to its portfolio to meet fast evolving needs in the dynamic world of intralogistics.
product‘X-ray’ specs
THE IT consultancy firm All for One Group has joined forces with pick-by-vision specialist Picavi to support customers in the digitalisation of logistics, warehousing and supply chain management.
productWhistl will open three new fulfilment sites
THE NEW depts will be based in Lutterworth, Northampton and Plymouth, with the aim to accelerate the firm’s expansion into e-fulfillment.
productLogistex and GreyOrange team up for the UK market
Logistics robots firm GreyOrange has inked a partnership deal with UK-based integrator Logistex.
articleShift to store-pick explained
Earlier this year we reported how Asda and Sainsbury’s were closing regional fulfilment centres and ramping up in-store picking for online orders. A report from Atrato Capital offers an explanation for this move.
articleRough guide to the super-deduction tax break
The pandemic has already created a great need for capital investment as companies seek to rapidly re-tool their logistics operations. For those companies on the fence about such investments, the Government has unveiled an additional kicker – the ‘super-deduction’ tax break. See here for how it works alongside other relevant tax measures.
articlePockets power one-touch distribution
Online retailers are increasingly realising the benefits of pocket sortation systems. When combined with automated shuttle storage, pocket technology is a potent force for warehouse efficiency.
