productBest practice needed to pull off Covid vaccine supply challenge
The Covid-19 vaccination programme will be one of the biggest logistical challenges of the century, says Cranfield University expert.
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productVersatile wheeled dollies launch
LOADHOG HAS launched wheeled dollies which have been designed to add benefits at every stage of the supply chain.
productCovid vaccine breakthrough but logistics challenge looms
It’s encouraging news that Pfizer and its partner have made progress on developing a Covid vaccine. But as DHL predicted in Handling & Storage solutions a few months ago, the logistical challenges of an RNA-based vaccine are enormous.
productAutoStore patent claim branded absurd by Ocado
Norwegian automation specialist AutoStore has filed an action with the Intellectual Property Office in the UK, claiming entitlement to certain patents filed by Ocado in relation to its Ocado Smart Platform.
productMachines launched in wake of growth in paper packaging
Sealed Air has launched a series of paper void-fill and cushioning packaging machines.
product180 picking levels added
Industrial firm revamps storage to improve direct access to loads.
articleDigging deeper for customers
Rather than a one-size-fits-all approach, Yale is digging deeper with customers in its Discovery Interviews, to help determine the right material handling priorities and solutions, says Robert O’Donoghue.
productJohn Lewis invests in bespoke tail lifts
Central Transport, the fleet engineering department of John Lewis Partnership has risen to a number of delivery challenges at its Oxford Street store by fitting Access XL Multi-Deck tail lifts to their urban double-deck trailers, for dock and kerbside deliveries.
articleFire-rated doors launched
Hörmann UK has launched its new steel and stainless-steel Fire Rated Sliding Doors for the industrial and commercial construction sectors.
productBetter tyres cut carbon
ROLLING RESISTANCE HAS a major impact on fuel consumption – which, in turn, directly relates to a vehicle’s CO2 emissions. Choosing the right tyres has benefits for the environment and fleet operators, says Continental Tyres.
productOcado invests in micro-fulfillment start-up
The UK tech leader has bought a minority stake in Myrmex, a robotics start-up that provides micro-fulfilment with a twist – the automated tote handling is designed to feed a front end that can be accessed directly by consumers.
productInnovative electric truck for parcel delivery unveiled
START-UP ELECTRIC vehicle manufacturer Volta Trucks has revealed the new Volta Zero – said to be the world’s first purpose-built full-electric 16-tonne commercial vehicle designed for inner-city parcel and freight distribution.
productSpecialist bulk material handling
THE PORT OF Liverpool has taken delivery of two JCB shovel loaders supplied by Briggs Equipment which will replace an existing fleet of machines at the Animal Food Stuffs warehouse.
productExpanded trial
Waitrose expanded its on-demand grocery trial with Deliveroo to 25 new shops across the UK six weeks into a 12-week trial.
productSamsung last mile deal
XPO Logistics has created a UK distribution solution for Samsung SDS on behalf of Samsung Climate Solutions.
productBoosting warehouse efficiency
Guttering firm Marley Alutec turned to Exporta for support in improving the layout, processes, and efficiency of its extrusions warehouse operation in Bedford.
productSpecialist range grows
Coveya has added to its specialist range of conveyors helping packaging manufacturers to meet demand.
article3PL invests in fleet for multi-user sites
Expect Distribution has added further Flexi articulated lift trucks to the already extensive fleet of Flexi very narrow aisle machines that are in operation across its multi-user warehouse facilities in Halifax and Bradford.
productWhat’s the Holy Grail for eCommerce?
Logistics operators that once relied largely on human labour are now testing autonomous forklifts, self-driving carts, and other technology intended to improve efficiency and cut costs by automating repetitive tasks and freeing workers up to handle more complex jobs, WSJ reports.
articleFood and beverage automation for a changing landscape
There is no doubt that Covid-19 and the resulting lockdowns had a huge impact on the food & beverage industry.
