productRotator attachment deployed
To improve productivity at West Coast Sea Products, the company contacted B&B Attachments to provide them with a solution for handling and turning the fresh scallops processed every day.
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productABP’s Port of Garston installs Mantsinen crane
The UK’s leading port operator is set to grow its business in Liverpool after installing the world’s largest hydraulic crane on the north bank of the River Mersey.
productBespoke approach
Faced with the challenge of installing a conveyor system in a new operation can be a nightmare – your specific need is almost certain to be unique in some way and it is virtually impossible to go to a catalogue and find the solution, warns MiniTec.
productRulmeca releases stainless steel motorised drum
The powerful, continuous drive for light and medium duty conveyors – the 113LS motorised drum – is described as a hygienic, all-rounder.
productCollapsible container with integrated dividers
Loadhog, the Sheffield-based, multi award-winning reusable packaging manufacturer, has added an innovatively designed collapsible container range to its armoury which further strengthens its position as a major industry player.
productTransdek introduces XL double deck trailer
Double deck solutions innovator Transdek UK is launching a new XL double deck trailer, custom built for Boots UK, at the CV Show, NEC Birmingham on 26-28 April.
articleNew conveying firm launches
Swiss startup Avancon SA aims to revolutionise unit handling systems in distribution and logistics centres.
articleEngineering firm takes agile forklift
IMI Hydronic Engineering has taken delivery of a MaxTruck 2T, which includes a hydraulic fork positioner, a 6m service platform, and a two tonne lifting boom.
articleA bit of push and pull
Maypole Engineering specified Grob LinearChain technology supplied by R.A. Rodriguez (U.K.) for use on a bespoke automated handling systems required by a leading hydraulic motor manufacturer based in the UK.
productYou got to roll with it
Logistics Service Provider BT Trans of Arnhem has chosen to pack its heavy-duty truck tires with RollerForks. This saves the company not only difficult lifting and carrying, but is also safer and more efficient.
articleOrder picking system ensures premier status
Back in the 1980s the Batson family started a business in their home in Cheshire decorating T-shirts for the local souvenir market. As the business grew, substantial clothing brands started to come on board, and Ralawise is now a leading B2B dot-com supplier for a wide range of clothing across Europe with sales exceeding £100 million.
productLogistics group receives £4m for investment
A leading warehouse, distribution and logistics group located on the South Yorkshire and North Nottinghamshire border has received a £4m investment to drive growth.
productDirty online delivery depot costs Asda £300K
The retailer has been fined £300,000 after dead mice and flies were found at the Enfield facility that distributes food to online shoppers across London and Essex.
newsPiling problem
Piling contractor Keller has received £14.3 million in insurance payments following a problem with a warehouse building contract.
productSolar panels on 50 Amazon DCs by 2020
An initial 15 solar installations are planned for completion by the end of 2017 and will generate up to 41 MW.
newsJohn Lewis selects supply chain management system
The John Lewis Partnership is to implement The Edge – a supply chain management system by Virtualstock.
productCarrier buys last mile start-up Stuart
Last-mile delivery startup Stuart has been bought by GeoPost, a subsidiary of La Poste for an undisclosed sum.
newsSolar power business rate fear
The Chancellor ignored calls to axe planned business rate rises for properties with rooftop solar panels in the Spring Budget.
productDrive tailored for carton and tote conveyors
The Lenze m350 Smart Gear is a compact mechatronic drive package designed specifically for carton and tote conveyor systems.
articleAutomated materials handling optimises efficiency and space
Comfortable, stylish, safe and durable seating is a significant element of the complete driving experience in any car, but never more so than in the case of high-end vehicles such as those produced by Jaguar Land Rover. Entrusted with the contract for delivering these essential items to the JLR plants in the UK is the Coventry factory of Lear Corporation, a world leader in this field.
