productFlat floors key for robots
In an era when speed is key, even minor flooring irregularities can have a major impact on deliveries and safety.
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productNew smaller RFID read/write device
SICK has launched the smallest industrial UHF RFID read/write device of its kind, the RFU610, creating new opportunities to integrate RFID track and trace capability in automated machines and mobile vehicles across production, materials handling, and logistics environments.
articleMatalan fits modular loading pods to boost double-deck operations
The loadhouse units were installed by Transdek and allowed the retailer to quickly boost loading throughput at its Knowsley distribution centre.
articleWarehouse robots firm bought for $450 million
The eCommerce platform Shopify has reached an agreement to acquire 6 River Systems, a provider of collaborative warehouse fulfillment solutions, to assist its recently launched logistics capability.
productWaitrose abruptly shifts online fulfilment strategy
The grocer has changed its approach to online fulfilment, ditching a recently engaged partner.
newsAldi awards home deliveries contract to ArrowXL
The agreement runs for three years and means ArrowXL will provide a comprehensive two-person home delivery solution to online shoppers purchasing specific oversized items from Aldi’s website.
productLearn how smaller van loading practice is evolving
Supporting the increasing trend for logistics companies to make next or even same day deliveries with smaller vans, Ian Langan, technical director at loading bay specialist Thorworld Industries, advises on the benefits of van docking ramps for speedy and safe dispatch.
articleThird sortation system pushes ‘super’ hub to over a million parcels a day
Hermes says its Midlands Super Hub in Rugby the biggest parcel distribution centre of its kind in the UK.
productASOS signs five year delivery deal with DPD
The multi-million pound deal will see DPD supply delivery services to ASOS customers across the UK until at least September 2024.
articlePrettyLittleThing adds sortation system to new warehouse
Leicester based materials handling specialist, BS Handling Systems completed the sortation project for the online fashion retailer.
productQuick and efficient van loading
Joloda delivers a quick and efficient load for Amelia Knight cosmetics.
productCalling London – Swisslog to revolutionise urban fulfilment
The market in densely populated urban areas is significant and growing and the retailers that can meet the demand for same-day delivery among these consumers will be positioned for success.
productAxiom Telecom builds robot-based warehouse
Swisslog delivered the system for the retail and e-commerce operations of Axiom Telecom in the UAE.
productWide-load bagging machine boosts e-tailer flexibility
Automated Packaging Systems has launched the the Autobag 600 and Autobag 650, which have been designed to offer large bag packaging, providing mail order customers with a packaging solution, regardless of product size.
articleRetailer gets order shipping down to 30 minutes
Vast automated warehouse ensures over 30 million articles are shipped from Wehkamp’s warehouse every year.
productParcel hub performance booster
Siemens Logistics has enhanced its software for parcel handling.
articleManage warehouse energy costs
With heightened reliance upon technology driving increases in electrical consumption at a time when costs are escalating, it is more important than ever to manage your usage efficiently and effectively.
productThe modern warehouse is changing
With the advance of online sales and more retail sales moving to the internet more item-level picking and returns will be inevitable, says Bar Code Data.
articlePick-it-Easy and software optimisation
The AI-enabled redPILOT software and the new fulfilment workstation, Pick-it-Easy Evo were highlights at the KNAPP stand at IMHX.
productLogistics Park being built to suit eCommerce market
A warehouse and distribution complex is being designed specifically to meet the needs of eCommerce logistics.
