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Unipart acquires Formaplex Technologies

The supply chain solutions firm has acquired Formaplex Technologies, a lightweight components manufacturer serving customers in the automotive, aerospace, motorsport and healthcare sectors.   

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Avoid demurrage fees with on-demand warehousing

DEMURRAGE FEES are charged when the unloading of shipping containers exceeds the agreed timeframe, typically around three days after discharge. These fees are calculated per cubic metre for each day beyond the initial grace period, leading to rapidly increasing costs, particularly for large shipments awaiting movement.

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A bit of practical help

Working in warehousing can be a frustrating exercise, but you are not alone. The Tomorrow’s Warehouse Event provides a great opportunity to network and learn, and ultimately improve operations. Our Coventry event on June 20 attracted over 400 attendees who benefited from a packed seminar programme and bustling exhibition area with more than 50 suppliers.

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How to optimise production in a competitive market

Today’s manufacturers face numerous challenges in maximising efficiency and staying competitive. These include limited space, inaccurate inventory, human error, and labour shortages. This article explores how effective automation and smart space utilisation strategies can revolutionise production environments.

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Advanced metal storage added to high-bay warehouse

SEW-EURODRIVE, a drives manufacturer, has installed an advanced storage and sawing system in a new high-bay warehouse integrated into a recently extended, 62,000 sq m production facility in Graben-Neudorf, southwest Germany.

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BITO renews LEO AGV

The firm has introduced a new generation of its LEO AGV, which combines a new chassis with productivity enhancing technology.

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Kinaxis introduces AI-infused orchestration platform

THE FIRM has launched the Maestro platform, which combines proprietary computational technologies and techniques that provides transparency and agility across the supply chain — from multi-year strategic planning to last-mile delivery.

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BMW automates warehouse for spare parts delivery

Inther Group has provided conveyor systems, automated small parts warehousing with shuttles, and ergonomically tailored order-picking stations to drive faster delivery of spare parts with enhanced quality and dependability.

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Combilift’s bespoke solution for wind turbine blades

AS THE green energy sector pushes the boundaries of height and size for components such as wind turbine towers and blades, there is an ever-growing need for methods which ensure the safe, stable and efficient handling of these extremely challenging and valuable finished products.

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