productLive Pick-it-Easy robot demo
AUTOMATION SPECIALIST KNAPP will demonstrate the fulfilment capabilities of its Pick-it-Easy Robot at IMHX.
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articleData makes the difference
Known as a supplier of automation, Bots And Us has gathered blue chip clients across UK logistics in a very short period of time. But the closer you look, the more it become clear the robots are just the tip of the iceberg.
productAutomation partnerships for today’s and tomorrow’s challenges
AS A system integrator, TGW takes on the planning, production, implementation and maintenance of distribution centres – including everything from mechatronics to control systems and software.
newsWrexham DC changes hands
Elite Partners Capital has completed the acquisition of the distribution facility in North Wales for over £30 million.
articleLow operational costs seen as key benefit
An end user survey has unveiled a broad range of insights into the use of automation technology and in particular AMRs.
productRetailer RangePlus unlocks efficiency
BRITISH ONLINE retailer RangePlus has implemented autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) at its fulfillment centre.
productPacking station at heart of eComm system
RENOVOTEC IS launching an eCommerce warehouse system that increases performance by up to 25% and drives down eCommerce operating costs by some 30%, according to the company.
articleHarnessed data drives performance
How to get the best from your fulfilment systems with data analytics. Beumer Group highlights the importance of transforming data from an inert repository into a valuable tool.
productDHL to invest £482m in UK eCommerce operations
THE INVESTMENT comes following a 40% volume uplift since the start of 2020 and soaring demand for eComm and B2B services.
productSurvey: Disruption forcing larger enterprises to hold more stock
TWO THIRDS (66%) of large enterprises globally say they are keeping more stock on hand now compared to the pre-pandemic period, with nearly one in five in total (18%) retaining ‘significantly more’ stock.
productOcado raises cash to fund CFC building programme
THE LEADING technology and retail group has raised over £875m of gross liquidity through an approximately £578m equity placing and a new £300m revolving credit facility (RCF), providing a liquidity position for the Ocado Group of almost £2bn.
productSector still struggling with staff shortages
A NEW survey by The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in the UK (CILT (UK)) reveals 86% of organisations are experiencing staff shortages and struggling to recruit and retain staff.
newsThe Range to take 1.2m sq ft facility in East Anglia
Home, garden and leisure products retailer The Range is to occupy a unit approaching 1.2m sq ft on the Gateway 14 scheme at Junction 50 of the A14, in Stowmarket, Suffolk.
productOcado Group acquires robotics firm Myrmex
THE DEAL will cost Ocado around €10.2 million and is expected to accelerate the development of intelligent asset handling systems for the Ocado Smart Platform.
articleRising tide of returns
Fast fashion online enjoyed a boom during the pandemic but 2022 has been a tougher year, with returns causing particular headaches.
productFulfilment expert renews WMS contract
Omnichannel fulfilment company, 3P Logistics, has renewed its cloud-based WMS contract with Synergy Logistics.
articleMore efficient cost to serve
Robots played a key role for Neal’s Yard when it migrated warehouse and transport fulfilment services to a Wincanton high-volume shared user facility.
product‘Out of the box’ model lease for UKWA members
UKWA HAS unveiled a new ‘out of the box’ model lease for members, developed in partnership with legal partners Weightmans and real estate advisors Savills, including explanatory notes that provide a starting point for negotiating a lease contract in 2022.
productRetail tech releases
RENOVOTEC IS introducing new in-store mobile POS (point of sale) and ordering devices with response and payment speeds that boost retail sales volumes, according to the company.
productOmnichannel retailer orders 299 AMRs
DEMATIC HAS been awarded the contract to provide warehouse automation for Radial Europe, a member of the bpost group.
