articleInnovation up close
Logistics Matters editor Simon Duddy visited HAI Robotics in the Netherlands to see first hand what makes a stellar new robotics system tick.
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articleThe role of outsourcing
Emma Verkaik, CEO of the BCMPA – the Association for Contract Manufacturing, Packing, Fulfilment & Logistics, reflects with two BCMPA members on a year of change, the growing role of outsourcing, and how the sector is playing an increasing role in delivering an ever-wider range of services for today’s brands and retailers.
newsSamsung Climate Solutions awards logistics partnership
AS PART of the extended agreement, XPO provides an integrated supply chain solution utilising its new shared user warehouse in Leicester and its in-house pallet network for nationwide distribution.
articleFurther growth for Locus Robotics
LOCUS ROBOTICS has increased its global presence with expansion across two continents.
articleFleet revamp for Romiley Board Mill
Manufacturer consolidates fleet with Briggs Equipment, with BE Portal fleet management bringing better insight into the performance of equipment.
productAre manufacturers tackling contingency planning?
CONTINGENCY PLANNING is of the utmost importance for any manufacturer, and it can be imperative to get the right support as fast as possible – being able to stock a massive range of parts on site means you can cater for almost any eventuality – and fast.
articleFight your corner
We have a vicious circle. Logistics is not viewed as attractive by many job seekers but until we ensure that the logistics sector is paying everyone fairly, we’re unlikely to appeal to a diverse workforce, says Kirsten Tisdale.
productEnhanced automatic labelling
TSC PRINTRONIX Auto ID has released a new print engine that promises a smaller, faster, greener, more easily integrated solution for automatic labelling.
articleDigital capabilities added to Korrvu Packaging
TO IMPROVE turnaround time from design to production, SEE has introduced new digital die cutting capabilities for its Sealed Air brand Korrvu retention and suspension packaging.
articleExotec hits key installation milestone
THE INNOVATIVE warehouse robotics manufacturer has now achieved more than 100 customer sites around the world.
productUKWA announces ‘Year of Warehousing’ for 2024
THE UK Warehousing Association (UKWA) has announced that 2024 will see the launch of a high profile, year-long campaign to highlight the critical role of warehousing in supply chains, the sector’s major contribution to the UK economy, essential employment of 1m people, and the key role it is set to play in embracing solar power to achieve UK’s net zero goals.
articleTGW’s latest Stingray shuttles score high on sustainability
WITH COVERS made from locally sourced wood, the new generation of Stingray shuttle saves 25 tonnes of plastic per year. This is a step towards more sustainable, efficient, and reliable shuttles that transport totes, cartons, trays or hanging goods.
newsDog-like robot guards CEVA LA facility
THE SPOT robot from Boston Dynamics is being used for security, patrolling a new CEVA Logistics site close to both the Port of Long Beach and the Port of Los Angeles in California.
productBSW Timber overcomes weather challenge with Union
UNION INDUSTRIES, the UK’s leading manufacturer of bespoke industrial doors, has once again demonstrated the robust design and manufacture of its Ramdoor by helping BSW Timber overcome extreme weather challenges through the installation of two high-speed doors.
productCertified parts printed at the point of need
A new Digital Source platform solves supply chain challenges with digital inventory printed through Markforged’s global 3D printer network.
productLoadhog launches rolling container
PACKAGING INNOVATOR, Loadhog, has been working with its customers in the post, parcel, and ecommerce industries to design a new versatile rolling container system.
newsNorthern Ireland set for pivotal post-Brexit business gateway role
Firms in Great Britain who want to access the EU market will increasingly do so through offices based in Northern Ireland, after new rules governing the movement of goods between the two regions were introduced on September 30.
articleWorkwear specialist chooses Daifuku for new mini-load
FAST-GROWING online workwear company Portwest has appointed global materials handling specialist Daifuku to design and install an automated storage system (AS/RS) at its distribution centre in Barnsley UK.
productVisku to bind consultancy and virtual warehouse storage
SUPPLY CHAIN consultants Bis Henderson has combined its consultancy and space businesses under a single new brand, Visku.
articleDensity and performance the keywords for new warehouse robotics system
Hai Robotics has launched new solutions aimed at heightening warehouse storage density and real-time efficiency.
