articleGartner emphasises WMS agility
Handling & Storage Solutions summarises Gartner’s latest research paper offering key insights into WMS.
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productCrane radio control system augmented with joystick
Terex Material Handling has added new models to its range of D3 generation new radio controls. The compact DRC-MJ hand held transmitter facilitates ergonomic joystick control of crane systems using one hand.
newsSpec build DCs on way for West London
Prologis will develop two speculative units of 113,335 sq ft and 78,780 sq ft at Prologis Park West London, its 30 acre site next to Stockley Park in Hayes, Middlesex.
articleSainsbury’s DC drives lower carbon footprint
At its depot in Northampton, Sainsbury’s believes it has created a facility with the lowest carbon footprint of any depot of its kind, by using a range of green construction methods and energy efficient systems, including Calor LPG powered forklift trucks.
articleLarge fuel cell order destined for forklifts
Hydrogenics has received a fuel cell order from a hydrogen-powered forklift developer. The trucks will be used by a North American big box retailer.
articleHSE report helps in dealing with rollaways
Handling & Storage Solutions summarises a key report by the Health & Safety Executive into preventing HGV rollaways.
article15m lift optimises space for mattress storage at NEXT
Articulated truck manufacturer Aisle-Master continues to add more well-known names to its list of satisfied clients.
productWMS reduces fulfillment errors
Catalogue and online retailer, Dream Products, has selected the Snapfulfil SaaS warehouse management system to help streamline its warehousing and fulfilment operations.
productFresh produce wholesaler returns to Conveyor Systems
CSL has installed a conveying and packing system at a national fresh produce wholesaler.
productToshiba TEC keeps couriers posted
The B-FV4 desktop printer series from Toshiba TEC is said to provide the perfect printing solution for courier and post room environments. Offering the ultimate in flexibility and ruggedness, they create stamp and shipping labels that are both crisp and clear.
articlePort of Tyne deploys Speedor Storm doors
Port of Tyne takes on Hart Door Systems’ Speedor Storms, industrial doors with wind resistance up to Class 5 (over 90mph).
articleLogistics centre doubles performance with TGW tech
Efficient, standardised processes, enhanced capacity and optimum customer service were the key drivers behind Conrad Electronic expanding its German logistics centre.
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productAir bearing modules from Solving
Conventional machinery moving roller skates are tried and tested material handling products using wheels or tracks, but they often create unacceptable point loads, are notoriously difficult to move sideways, and considerable force is often needed to get them moving.
newsHuge spec build planned for ex Rolls Royce site in Bristol
Developers St Francis Group and Marcol Industrial have acquired the former Rolls-Royce East Works site. Construction work is to start on the 65-acre business park early this year.
productUKWA calls for help in supporting growing population
The UK supply chain community needs the support of a Government that not only understands the problems that it faces but, more importantly, is prepared to take appropriate steps to help solve them.
articleManufacturing shows need for speed too
Retail grabs many of the headlines but intralogistics automation in the manufacturing industry can be just as demanding explains Steve Baker, managing director at Gebhardt European Conveyor Systems.
articleDHL deploys electric vans in China
BYD has supplied the global logistics specialist with a fleet of electric distribution vehicles.
productHigh calibre speakers at The Delivery Conference
The Delivery Conference 2016 will be MetaPack’s seventh annual event and will host influential movers and shakers speaking about customer experience, cross border trade and the future of delivery.
productMeachers Global Logistics appoints two general managers
Southampton based, Meachers Global Logistics, has recently implemented a restructuring of its senior management team with the appointment of two general managers.
