articleMinimising the potential for accidents is one of the main concerns for warehouse managers today, says Tom Langley, projects director at Hörmann UK. The loading bay in particular has long been considered one of the most dangerous areas owing to operational equipment containing moving parts and numerous vehicles utilising the same space.
productTo counter rising fuel bills, a pharmaceutical company in Luton installed two Delta Speed 6030 doors from Enerco.
productInternational vehicle loader and conveyor manufacturer Sovex launched its telescopic boom, the compact TL4, at LogiMAT.
articleWaste firm Shanks Group deploys a rapid action door for its Aylesbury distribution depot.
productMore Speedors and shutters have been installed by Hart Door Systems at Thomas Dudley’s foundry at Dudley, West Midlands.
articleThorworld Industries is celebrating 35 successful years of business.
productWhen protecting yourself at height while loading, the optimum handling and protection equipment is imperative.
articleTransdek UK has completed the first stage of a project to further enhance double deck loading efficiency for value retailer Boyes by installing a 6.5 tonne double deck lift and three dock levellers at one of its North Yorkshire distribution centres.
productTransport managers and logistics personnel are invited to learn about how the application of new technology is revolutionising transport management at a CILT event in June.
productAlan Blakemore, senior facilities engineer, has overseen the site for the past 32 years and says: “The smooth operation of the premises is of paramount importance. We move an enormous amount of palletised goods around the site with one area alone producing 800,000 bottles of toner every month. We have to ensure the safety of our operatives in these high volume areas.”
articleIconic food brand Heinz has chosen to further improve the loading bay safety systems at its UK based manufacturing facility in Kitt Green, near Wigan, using a new dock leveller and platform designed and constructed by Thorworld Industries.
productTate & Lyle Sugars will install a further four high speed doors and carry out a full refurbishment of another two, at its Silvertown-based facility, which already boasts 26 Union doors.
productArmstrong World Industries has installed Efaflex SST high-speed spiral design doors across seven units.
productAn increase in the weight of deliveries has led BM Catalysts to invest in a bespoke loading platform to help improve yard efficiency and safety.
articleIndustrial door and loading bay equipment manufacturer Hörmann will display a selection of its product range at the show.
productPowrmatic NVx suspended warm air heaters and destratification fans are helping Numatic International maintain comfort conditions at its new goods-in warehouse whilst supporting the company’s commitment to low carbon operations.
articleThe guide has been produced by an industry working group made up of members of the Transportation and Logistics Forum, which is chaired by the HSE.
articleOrganiser Informa Exhibitions outlines how IMHX 2016 will feature an impressive breadth of suppliers, showcasing the latest in materials handling, logistics and supply chain solutions.
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