productAutonomous yard transport launches with robotic arm
GAUSSIN HAS launched a hydrogen-powered autonomous vehicle with a robotic arm for yard automation.
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article4-way concept convinces manufacturer
An aluminium profiles supplier is using three multidirectional forklifts from Combilift to enable safer and more efficient handling of extrusion billets.
productRotating carton clamp attachment
POLYSTYRENE PRODUCTS manufacturer S and B EPS has made several significant improvements to its business, including the erection of two warehouse units, investment in new machinery and the creation of a modern office facility on its 10-acre Cramlington, Northumberland site.
articleLithium-ion ready trucks launch
THE THREE platform pallet truck models by Hyster Europe are designed for maximising productivity in intense industry applications.
productSpeed control for tugs at car engine factory
TRANSMON ENGINEERING was asked by its customer Etrak to provide a solution at a German luxury car engine manufacturing facility, to prevent tug trucks exceeding a safe speed down a ramp from a mezzanine floor.
productJust-in-time line replenishment
New software capability delivers higher levels of operational efficiency, profitability, and customer service across the supply chain.
productSmaller and more versatile robot
MOTION CONTROL and robotics specialists Yaskawa is expanding its range of industrial robots with the focus on smaller, flexible options which are designed to meet the rapidly changing manufacturing environment.
articleAdapt to fluctuating demand
A manufacturer of PPE and workwear has used Körber WMS to optimise intralogistics processes.
articleSingle version of truth
Given the concepts behind MRP and ERP are around 50 years old, you might think it would count as ‘mature’. But in fact ERP/MRP is only just getting started, and the best is yet to come, says Karl Lauri.
newsImproved on-time performance
Plastic pipe manufacturer Wavin has awarded a renewed transport operations contract to XPO Logistics.
productAdhesive supplier awards £20m logistics contract
Walkers Transport has secured the three-year transport and logistics contract worth over £20 million with the UK-based sealant, adhesive and building chemical supplier, Sika Everbuild.
articleWorker safety first
A manufacturer has implemented technology from ELOKON to boost the safety of pedestrians working in close proximity to forklifts.
newsHVAC manufacturer consolidates warehousing
Glen Dimplex Consumer Appliances (GDCA) has extended its partnership with XPO Logistics, expanding transport services and adding warehousing and distribution support for GDCA in the UK.
articleSEC Storage reaches new heights at RAJA UK
SEC Storage has designed and installed a space optimised storage solution at RAJA UK’s new warehouse facility leading to increased pick efficiency and impressive storage capacity that still offers 50% growth potential.
articleHow Covid will change warehousing and distribution forever
Certain parts of the Covid impact – wearing masks, keeping a 2-metre distance from others, remote working/learning – are (fingers crossed) temporary. But the impact of COVID on the warehouse is going to be long and lasting.
productNew web app for CocoonTMP visibility tool
COCOONFMS HAS extended the capabilities of its CocoonTMP product by developing a web app to allow the users of CocoonTMP to view their shipments on their mobile device.
newsPlanning helps Combilift tackle post-Brexit market
Irish specialist forklift manufacturer Combilift brought in measures to ensure business continuity in the wake of increased customs friction between the EU and the UK in the aftermath of Brexit.
productCombilift rolls out Covid testing for factory employees
On January 18, the Irish specialist forklift manufacturer introduced serial Covid testing for all employees at its plant in Co Monaghan, Ireland.
articleNarrow aisle order picker built for replenishment
The Aisle-Master AME-OP order picker is designed to both pick orders in narrow aisles, as well as lift pallets for replenishment, reaching to higher levels. The truck is also comfortable working outside loading and unloading pallets from lorries.
productYale solutions for pulp and recycling
FROM LOOSE loose to packaged, recycled blocks and finished sheets, paper is used in a multitude of applications; hence the need to handle a variety of materials. Not only does Yale understand the solutions required to meet the needs of every facet of the paper industry, but it also has an appreciation of the evolving nature of the sector.
