productCan robots help with Peak?
This year’s peak season promises additional challenges in recruitment.
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productTry before you buy for innovative wearables
Renovotec is introducing a ‘try before you buy’ scheme for the ProGlove family of wearable barcode scanners.
productBusy beverage manufacturer takes two Mitsubishi trucks
Compact Mitsubishi electric truck rises to manufacturer’s site challenges with powerful performance.
productHaulage employee hit by forklift
A haulage company has been fined following an incident where a warehouse operative was injured at its business premises at Snetterton, Norfolk.
productStudy on the future of fulfilment
Zebra has announced the results of its Future of Fulfilment Vision Study, a global body of research analysing how manufacturers, transportation and logistics firms and retailers are preparing to meet the growing needs of the on-demand economy.
productKomatsu takes on extra-wide mobile yard ramp
Marubeni Komatsu, the UK supplier of Komatsu construction, mining, quarrying and utility equipment, has experienced significant success with its recent purchase of a bespoke, extra-wide mobile yard ramp, designed by Thorworld Industries and supplied through Loading Bay Service.
productSmart upgrade
In May of 2019 Compact & Bale was contacted by manufacturer Westley Plastics to discuss options for replacement balers.
articleLinde unveils major forklift revamp
At a launch event this month, Linde released a new diesel powered forklift that pushes the envelope in terms of performance, fleet management, truck power and connectivity.
productFTA raises concerns over migrant red tape
The Freight Transport Association has responded to the government’s call for evidence regarding the salary threshold for a future immigration policy.
productMajor investment in support of Peak
Hermes UK has announced a number of developments to support its predicted busiest peak period yet.
articleLast mile grocery container launches
BITO has introduced the MB Food & Delivery container. This latest addition of the MB multi-purpose container range offers a secure and sustainable last mile solution for online grocery.
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productIncreased energy efficiency
A high-speed roller door installation by Union Industries has increased energy efficiency at the production facility of a major electrical component distributor, Anglia Components.
productBespoke high-speed doors
A global leader in industrial packaging products and services Greif Flexibles has benefited from the installation of three of Union Industries’ bespoke high-speed roller doors.
newsHabitat secures delivery provider
Iconic home furnishings brand Habitat has signed a two-year contract with Panther Warehousing, the two-man, white glove delivery specialist.
productErgoskeleton developed to tackle MSDs
3PL FM Logistic has unveiled the Ergoskel, an ergoskeleton designed to help warehouse workers lift parcels while reducing physical strain on their bodies.
productHeavy duty scissor lift innovation unveiled by Edmolift
The world’s first standardised Cat 5 scissor lift is released for intensive applications.
newsUnilever in France gives FM Logistic contract
Under the agreement, FM Logistic will manage the receipt, warehousing, order fulfillment and co-packing of Unilever’s Personal Care products at its logistics platform in Crépy-en-Valois, about 70 km north of Paris.
productPeel Ports sees increased throughput
Peel Ports is celebrating a record-breaking month for its container operations at the Port of Liverpool. Quayside and landside throughput in October at its Liverpool container terminals exceeded all previous figures on record, with year on year growth of 12%.
productCompact, lightweight mini robot unveiled
Yaskawa UK Motoman Robotics division has unveiled what is believed to be the smallest, lightest, six-axis industrial robot specifically designed for small handling and assembly applications.
