productIntelligent cross picking
The principle of batch picking is now well established in modern storage systems to ensure fast order picking.
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productGrowing retail chain chooses CarryPick
Swisslog Logistics Automation will implement goods-to-person automation system CarryPick for Von Maur’s eCommerce fulfillment centre in Davenport, Iowa.
articleBringing safety to last mile handling
Semi-electric pallets trucks bring an extra level of safety to last mile drops, explains Bradley Dunn, sales and marketing director at SHS Handling.
newsSnapfulfil drives dramatic improvements for action sports retailer
Fast-growing action sports retailer, FreestyleXtreme has dramatically improved efficiency, accuracy and productivity in its warehouse operation following the implementation of the Snapfulfil Cloud WMS.
articleRapid turnaround times
Portcentric logistics operations face various challenges, including rapid turnaround times and harsh, wet and sub-zero weather conditions. However, as Mark Nailer, industry manager for Hyster Europe tackles the challenge.
productStreet helps manufacturer expand services
UK manufacturer Thornhill Heat Exchangers has selected Street Crane to supply and install overhead cranes at a new fabrication facility, which will enable the business to expand its services and meet growing customer demand.
productAutomated conveying of finished goods
Kolak Snack Foods is one of the leading UK crisp and snack producers employing more than 800 people with a turnover of c. £100 million.
articlePharma firm upgrades to cleanroom spec doors
One of Europe’s leading specialist pharmaceutical companies relies on a pair of Stertil FlexiEdge Cleanroom doors to support its manufacturing operations in Hengoed, Wales.
articleOverhead conveyor for fast fashion
SSI Schaefer has extended its product range for eCommerce and omni-channel distribution with the development of a highly compact and multifunctional overhead conveying system for goods up to 3kg.
articleSorter extends capacity and cuts lead times
Continued company growth and increasing product volumes were challenging logistics capacity for clothing firm Colin’s.
articleRobotic warehouse start-up Magazino secures funding
The international technology group Körber has invested in the Munich-based robotics start-up Magazino in exchange for a minority stake in picking specialist.
articlePremium tyres reduce costs and boost productivity
Switching to Trelleborg’s latest Elite XP premium-quality resilient tyres on its fleet of counterbalance trucks has more than doubled the life of the standard tyres used previously by one of the UK’s most successful foundry businesses, and considerably reduced fork truck operating costs.
articleNew port warehouse on way
The UK’s largest importer of cocoa and coffee beans is to build a major new warehouse at the Port of Liverpool to accommodate growing demand from food and drink manufacturers.
productPCM cover keeps cargo cool
A British team of scientists at TLX Cargo have invented the world`s first cargo cover/thermal blanket that incorporates phase change material (PCM) into its structure.
product3PL expands portside storage
FTS Eiendom in Norway is set to streamline its flow of goods and expand storage capacity with the help of Rubb fabric structures.
productTouchMES monitors downtime
International supply chain solutions provider TouchPath is launching a new version of TouchMES, its performance-driven manufacturing execution system (MES).
newsCustoms Union ‘not enough to deliver frictionless trade’
The UK’s logistics industry is reminding MPs that forming a customs union with the EU would not remove the need for checks at the borders or deliver frictionless arrangements on its own.
productDrums for ceiling-mounted conveyors
A leading producer of cranberries contacted Rulmeca to test and review a possible application for the use of motorised drums in their ceiling-mounted conveyors handling the fruit.
productCompact and powerful forklifts
Clark has redesigned the robust CGC series LPG forklift, which is said to be particularly well-suited for lifting heavy loads in confined spaces.
productPalletline opens Coventry hub in part to service Amazon
Palletline is opening a secondary hub in Coventry, a large proportion of which will provide a dedicated processing centre for Amazon as part of its ongoing strategic partnership and to help fulfill demand created by the online retail giant.
