articleSurvey reveals expectation gap
A Temando survey has revealed a widening gap between retailers’ delivery models and customer demand for faster and more flexible delivery.
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articleRobotics assists order picking in new Still model
STILL has developed the iGo neo CX 20, a series production order picker with robotics.
productSafety light curtain for tough apps
A tough addition to SICK’s flagship safety light curtain family, the deTec4 Prime is an extra-rugged, high-performance light curtain that is easy to install and use. It is also suitable for harsh environments and exceptionally wide machines.
productAntalis Packaging delivers through automation for The Book People
Antalis Packaging has recently installed an I-Pack corrugated packaging system for The Book People, automating the packaging of 45% of the bookseller’s orders and delivering savings on labour, materials, storage and transport.
productNew camera captures at high throughput
At CeMAT, Vitronic will reveal the next generation line-scan camera VICAM 3S.
product55 straps per minute
Strapping equipment specialist Mosca has introduced a large frame version of its top-selling RO-M Fusion model, specifically developed for the corrugated industry.
productHigh speed CSL system sorts arvato
Due to a substantial increase in business at their Hams Hall site near Birmingham, arvato, one of the largest 3PL providers in Europe, decided to upgrade its handling process to improve accuracy and efficiency in the flow of picked goods.
productSwisslog delivers latest developments in E-Commerce
Leading automation specialists, Swisslog, will once again present its latest eCommerce technology at this year’s eDelivery exhibition (27-28 April, NEC, Birmingham).
productRe-Fresh your plastic boxes
Alison Handling has been appointed exclusive sales agent for Re-Fresh reusable plastic boxes, which are designed to meet the need for smaller volume packaging.
productAldi opens new Northern DC
The new facility in Bolton encompasses 611,250 sq ft of warehousing and offices and replaces a smaller site in Middleton.
newsHome Retail Group directors accept Sainsbury’s bid
The proposed acquisition is valued at approximately £1.2 billion and subject to approval from regulators.
productFastlane predicts Christmas Day deliveries
Delivery firm Fastlane International says radical fulfilment plans need to be developed now to meet growing public expectations this year.
productFlexible automated solution for E-commerce
The innovative ILS 2100 from Schönenberger Systeme tackles a wide variety of handling challenges in the complex and fast-moving Omni-channel retail setting.
productJohn Lewis models Magna Park 3 DC
Retailer uses modelling and simulation tool CLASS from Cirrus Logistics for facility focused on larger items requiring 2-man deliveries.
articleApple and Beaverbrooks gift delivery tested
Delivery experts Electio carried out market research on gift delivery from two well known luxury retailers – Apple and Beaverbrooks – and asks how damaging can poor delivery be?
articleStreamline packaging to save space
As consumer shopping habits change, the need for warehouses is growing and space is becoming increasingly valuable. Revamping your packaging could help you maximise space, says Antalis.
articleThe bubble wrap revolution
Mirella Andriano, European business manager at Sealed Air outlines how bubble wrap had a dramatic impact on retail transit packaging.
articleForkless environments: Myth or reality?
Counterbalance forklift trucks have been the king of materials handling for decades. This year, for example, it is 60 years since the launch of the first Toyota forklift, the Toyota LA. However, as technology and operations innovate and develop there will continue to be changes to the equipment and processes used not only the UK but around the world.
articlePowered picking trolley
The optimised KT3 drive order picking trolley from Wanzl with mobile power supply helps convey heavy loads without the need for physical strength.
article3PL revamps direct-to-consumer fulfilment
Due to a substantial increase in business at its Hams Hall site near Birmingham, key 3PL arvato revamped its handling capability.
