productNew Salvo loading bay safety system
Industrial safety specialist Castell has launched a cost-effective new version of its Salvo loading bay safety system, designed specifically for customers who have leased warehouses.
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productSmart conveying system
A high-performance intralogistics solution helps tyre manufacturers respond flexibly to individual customer specifications, lot sizes and optimises operating costs.
articleCarrylift helps 3PL provide highly agile service
International transport company The Bowker Group must balance space availability with a high degree of site utilisation.
productNice and cheesy does it
A cheese producer was faced with a real challenge. It needed to connect its up-level processing area to the floor levels of the end of line environment.
productPharma firm specifies high speed doors
To counter rising fuel bills, a pharmaceutical company in Luton installed two Delta Speed 6030 doors from Enerco.
articleDunelm benefits from two track laser grinding
Homewares retailer Dunelm moved into a new warehouse in Stoke recently, and Concrete Grinding were called in to help them achieve a safe, two track floor which helps them to maximise productivity.
productBulk storage facility created at Belfast harbour
Rubb Building Systems has designed, manufactured and constructed a new port storage structure at Belfast Harbour.
articleShipping and transport firm invests in Windsor
Windsor Materials Handling has supplied three Kalmar forklifts to long term customer Thor Shipping & Transport.
articleDon’t let add-ons become turn-offs
Minimising the risk of value-add comes down to a balancing act between efficiency and flexibility says Eric Carter, solutions architect at Indigo Software.
productSteel storage units launched by Collinson
Collinson has launched HandiStor – a new range of demountable steel storage units which offer a secure, practical and cost effective approach to temporary on-site storage requirements.
productSovex launches parcel handling solution
International vehicle loader and conveyor manufacturer Sovex launched its telescopic boom, the compact TL4, at LogiMAT.
productDriver and warehouse staff worry over BHS failure
Hundreds of drivers and warehouse staff, who deliver goods to BHS stores, are concerned they could lose their jobs after the high street chain went into administration.
articleAmazon opens up logistics network to SMEs
Amazon has launched its Pan-European Fulfilment by Amazon (FBA) programme. The service is said to help sellers of any size export to millions of Amazon customers across the EU more efficiently.
productFirms join forces on double deck trailer design
The Cartwright Group and Transdek UK have announced an exclusive licence agreement for the development and volume production of value added fixed double deck trailers.
productValue WMS for high-end eCommerce on way
Synergy Logistics has secured funding from the UK’s innovation agency, Innovate UK, to develop the next generation of its Snapfulfil WMS.
articleDetection key to product integrity
Pharmaceutical companies depend enormously on cold storage to keep their products safe and ready for sale, says Stonegate Instruments MD Shaun Evers.
articleNew vertical order picker
Jungheinrich has launched its new EKS 110 vertical order picker. With a one tonne load capacity this completely redesigned truck has a distinctive look and low-energy LED headlights and reflectors.
productBriggs scoops £38m Peel Ports contract
The seven-year contract includes a three-year extension option and covers 10 sites. Briggs will provide full service and maintenance support for in excess of 400 materials handling assets, the majority of which have been acquired on a long-term rental basis.
articleLive search launched to match warehouse space with users
Match warehouse space to users with the newly launched Zupplychain live search facility.
productRio Olympics focus on global supply chain sustainability
The Rio Olympics’ commitment to supply chain sustainability (with 100 per cent recovery, disposal and use of goods and waste) has the capacity to revolutionise supply chain sustainability worldwide as well as creating a legacy for positive change in the region, says supply chain consultancy Crimson & Co.
