productSystem launched to boost order picking in manual warehouses
Gebhardt has launched the GridPick semi-automatic order picking system, which consists of freely navigating driverless transport robots with an integrated WCS.
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productCoping with rise in toy orders
JLM Transport has deployed a cloud-based transport management system from TrackTrans.
articleRhenus Contract Logistics introduces AutoStore
Rhenus Contract Logistics has started using an AutoStore system provided by the international automation solutions company, Swisslog.
articleTowing to improve safety
Toyota Material Handling UK explores options to consider when going forkless in your operation.
productWholesaler deploys double deck loading – boosting speed and safety
Transdek, the leading manufacturer of specialist loading equipment for double deck trailers, recently fitted a modular loadhouse and goods transit lobby at A.F. Blakemore’s Tipton distribution centre.
productSpending on AR in warehousing to soar to over US$23 Billion by 2025
ABI Research predicts busy warehouses will use digital tools as a stand-in for more expensive automation to help fulfil higher order volumes.
productHubtex to showcase PhoeniX at Ligna 2019
The manufacturer has updated its modular development platform for electric multidirectional sideloaders with the PhoeniX range.
productOpen fronted stacking containers launched for speedy order picking
Goplasticpallets.com has launched a range of open fronted Euro stacking containers designed to simplify retail storage and speed up order picking.
articleIntelligent storage system
Extensive automation from SSI Schaefer for automotive component supplier Brose leads to highly dynamic production and a forklift free factory.
productTalent in Logistics 2019 awards finalists announced
The shortlisted finalists for the 2019 Talent in Logistics Awards have been announced.
productSpace heating system for warehouses launched
Hoval has launched a modular, scalable solution for heating and ventilating warehouses and other ‘shed’ type buildings.
productNisa pioneers new pallet tracking technology
Nisa Retail, the national retailer and groceries wholesaler, is looking to significantly reduce costs associated with supply chain challenges, by being the UK’s first company to use a new pallet-tracking technology offered by CHEP.
newsTwo Midlands warehouses completed
Stephen George + Partners LLP has completed work on two Grade A warehouse units at Leicester Commercial Park, Lubbesthorpe.
articleThe Automation Dream Team
As one of the best goods-to-person solutions available today, AutoStore, the cube-based system originally developed in Norway, has revolutionised e-commerce fulfillment and small item order picking.
productDPD plans to convert 10% of fleet to electric by 2021
The courier has added to its all-electric fleet with UK’s first Mercedes-Benz eVito vans.
newsParcelHero predicts 24-hour round-the-clock deliveries
Amazon’s $800 million investment in free next-day deliveries may be making headlines, but home delivery firm ParelHero says same-day 24/7 deliveries are the future of e-commerce.
productLUSH signs new 3PL deal for UK and Ireland
CEVA Logistics has been awarded the three-year deal to manage and deliver LUSH products to its stores.
productMiniclipper Logistics installs lightweight mobile platforms
The installation of Thorworld kit helps the 3PL to maximise safety.
productSwinson deploys transport management solution
TrackTrans has announced that Midlands-based Swinson Transport has successfully deployed the company’s cloud-based technology to connect drivers, better utilise its fleet of 20-plus vehicles and handle more than 700 deliveries every month.
articleLawsons Timber creates space with multidirectional forklifts
The latest Combilift trucks to be deployed at the builder’s merchant are electric powered models.
