articleOn-demand automation provider gets funding boost
Fetch Robotics announced a Series C round of funding of $46 million. Fetch Robotics has raised $94 million to date.
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productTechnical wholesaler triples picking speeds for 24/7 delivery
Wildkamp is a technical wholesaler delivering hardware to retail outlets and to customers direct. Goods are delivered to 50 of their own stores, customers, as well as delivering direct to building sites. Due to growth more space and accuracy was required and an LR 35 Vertical Buffer Module solution from Kardex Remstar was the answer to these needs.
articleLooking ahead to electric trucks on UK roads
While the adoption of battery-powered vans is gaining momentum in the UK, the future of electric trucks is less clear, according to Gary Dodsworth, UK director at Rhenus UK.
articleBöwe Systec to showcase the Tugbot autonomous AGV at IMHX
The firm has entered into a partnership with RoboSavvy, a leader in AI, to create a one-stop-shop warehouse automation solution that combines the strengths of the Böwe Systec’s Optisorter and the RoboSavvy Tugbot.
articleCulina Logistics invests in personnel protection for VNA aisles
ELOKON, the supplier of safety and assistance systems for industrial vehicles – MHE, AGVs and cobots – has received a substantial contract from Linde Material Handling (UK) for its ELOprotect mobile personnel protection product.
articleRobots start-up with major warehouse experience
It is rare to see a robotics start-up in such a strong position to hit the ground running, but Geek+ brings a formidable, scalable and flexible warehouse automation proposition. Handling & Storage solutions editor Simon Duddy reports.
articleRetailer gains 200% productivity lift with Swisslog tech
A new warehouse installation is proving a big leap in distribution efficiency for the Australian operation of Toll Group’s big-name toys and games customer.
productConker launches SX50 barcode scanner
The scanner is design to improve data capture, analytics and efficiency for warehouse and logistics teams.
articleBathroom products firm sharpens logistics operations
A luxury bathroom products eComm business has made the transition from pen-and-paper driven warehousing to next-level digital technology.
productEnhanced 3PL charging functions for WMS
ProSKU, the cloud-based WMS for small to medium sized businesses, has released an updated third-party charging module providing significant enhancements aimed at the needs of its growing logistics and e-fulfilment customer base.
articleIn house vs 3PL: which logistics option is right for you?
John Perry, managing director at SCALA, weighs up the pros and cons of big picture logistics options.
productIMHX highlight: Delivering more affordable automation
Software application and engineering specialist Red Ledge is joining forces at IMHX with the company’s new majority shareholder Böwe Systec to launch the latest range of Red Ledge manufacturing and logistics (M&L) automation systems.
productLower energy bills driving LED demand
Steve Gardner, MD of Ecolighting UK talks about LED technology for warehouses and distribution centres.
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productYodel invents trailer safety gate
Yodel has partnered with trailer manufacturer Cartwright to develop a safety gate system designed to reduce accidents as part of the latest addition to its trailer fleet.
articleCan the pure play model survive?
Retail & technology leader Neil Ashworth asks if retailers need a store footprint to make the strained home delivery model work.
productPrice reduction on boxes
Kite Packaging has reduced the price of its single wall boxes in the product’s 3+ pallet price break online.
articleClothes warehouse integrates automated box cutting
Apparel distributor Ralawise sees automation as a way to boost safety in the warehouse.
articleResearch suggests far-reaching jobs impact of automation
Ti Insight’s Professor John Manners-Bell argues automating a labour-intensive sector such as warehousing will have repercussions.
articleASOS hits bump in the road with automation at Eurohub
The troubled ramp-up of a new automated system at its Berlin-based European distribution centre led to the retailer issuing a profit warning.
