articleMajor 3PL launches IT tool to boost labour productivity
XPO Logistics has expanded its XPO Smart technology suite with proprietary analytics in a bid to to optimise fulfillment.
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newsStrong conference programme unveiled for TCS&D Show
Speakers confirmed for the Storage & Transport Hub include Justin Laney, fleet manager for John Lewis Partnership; Nick Hay, CEO of Fowler Welch; Tim Moran, MD of Lineage Logistics; and Colin Taylor, CEO of Rick Bestwick.
productBöwe Systec acquires majority stake in Red Ledge
Böwe Systec has taken a majority stake in UK software engineering and automation supply chain specialist Red Ledge, which has joined the Böwe Systec Group.
productEU outlines its plan for ‘no deal’ Brexit
The European Commission says no deal will be disruptive and has outlined measures it will adopt on April 12, if no deal is reached in Westminster by March 29.
productQuick stop for electric chain hoists
Liftket has developed the first electronically controlled chain hoist with quick stop function.
articleReturns made easier
CollectPlus has rolled out its Print in Store service to Returns customers. Customers who do not have access to a printer can return their online shopping to a growing roster of retailers by printing their Returns label at their local CollectPlus store.
article3PL tailors delivery to cope with vlogger-led micro-peaks
One thing that characterises the beauty industry is that sales can be influenced by vloggers prompting micro-peaks in demand.
articleCompact sorting solution for small footprint
Equinox MHE has released the vertical slide tray sorter LR after seeing increasing demand for compact solutions.
articleKimberly-Clark deploys 23 trucks in tough operation
The forklifts from Yale work in warehouse and yard in a dusty 24-hour operation.
productMantra Learning opens Reverse Logistics Training Centre
Specialist logistics training provider Mantra Learning has opened a £1million Reverse Logistics Training Centre in Manchester.
articleTaking loading logistics to new levels
Loading bays are an area where significant improvements can be made for any business looking to improve the overall efficiency of its operations, whilst also improving thermal performance and ensuring the highest standards of site safety and security, Here Phil Clark, industrial service manager at Hörmann UK, explores the key features professionals should be focussing on in order to successfully manage the increasing demands placed on warehouse and storage facilities.
articleFloor subsidence controlled at warehouse
Mainmark carries out remedial work on sinking floors at warehouse built on old open cast coal mine.
articleDoosan launches advanced 3-wheel electric forklift series
Doosan has launched a versatile new range of three-wheel electric counterbalance forklift trucks, the B15R-7 Series, offering smooth and responsive acceleration for enhanced productivity, increased visibility for precision manoeuvring, and an extensive range of safety features as standard.
articleLast chance to tell us about the Warehouse of the Future
Tell us about the Warehouse of the Future… and take the chance to win £100 in Amazon Vouchers.
articleWilko completes £3.2 million automated eComm project
AMH Material Handling has implemented the project for Wilko at its 110,000 sq ft e-fulfilment facility managed by Clipper Logistics in Ollerton.
productFood firm fined over £1.8m after roof maintenance incident
Food manufacturing company, Karro Foods, was sentenced after two workers suffered serious injuries when they fell over 4 metres through a rooflight.
productHandling the ‘uglies’ at Hermes
L.A.C. Conveyors & Automation is helping Hermes handle bulky items faster and more economically.
productWincanton implements TranSend to provide Halfords with full track and trace
The TranSend app deployed on Zebra TC56 devices are used for scan-loading, load building and cross-docking processes.
newsPressure mounts on UK ports to enhance infrastructure capacity ahead of Brexit
Due to the uncertainty of Brexit and the impact on export and import of goods, UK ports are making preparations to support further checks by customs officers. A common issue for all ports, especially Dover, will be finding the space necessary to do so.
articlePurpose built DC takes eComm to next level
Conveyor Systems Limited (CSL) kits out National e-commerce fulfilment centre for CEF (City Electrical Factors).
