productLifting lock pins
Durable new Elesa GN 1130 lifting lock pins enable quick installation on heavy equipment, for lifting either axially or at up to 90° for use with specialised lifting equipment.
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productMatch automation with application
JBT has redesigned its range of Automatic Guided Vehicle systems (AGVs) into standard modules, which can be combined to suit different applications, with the aim of simplifying AGV solutions and the way customers make purchases.
articleCeMAT 2016 puts the spotlight on digitisation and automation
The lead theme for CeMAT 2016 is Smart Supply Chain Solutions. In other words, the foremost trade show for intralogistics and supply chain management – which runs from 31 May to 3 June in Hannover, Germany – will highlight the pivotal role of logistics in today’s increasingly digitised and integrated industrial value chains.
articleHefty heavies as Linde releases 10-18tn forklifts
Linde Material Handling has launched a new series of heavy diesel forklift trucks with a load capacity of 10 to 18 tonnes.
productPower & agility
Konecranes has increased the diversity of its industrial cranes product offering with the launch of the innovative CXT NEO Crane. Designed for general lifting applications, the CXT NEO Crane’s design encompasses four key elements – agility, power, ergonomics and preventative maintenance.
articleNestlé invests in AGVs at baby & infant food plant
The Nestlé factory in Biessenhofen (Bavaria) ranks as one of the most important production sites for baby and infant food in the world. To ensure the 24/7 operation of its production, the multinational food company has commissioned Egemin Automation to automate all material handling flows in the plant.
productImproving moving & handling
According to The Tube and Bracket Company, optimising workstations, introducing live storage, roller track and carts and trolleys purpose built to store, handle and transport items, are changes that can be made to improve the layout and ergonomics of working areas and ensure produce, components and tools are always within easy reach.
productSOLAS compliant weighing system
In response to the new SOLAS regulations due to come into force on the 1st July 2016, LCM Systems has launched of a cost effective, fully SOLAS compliant container weighing system.
articleRobotics assists order picking in new Still model
STILL has developed the iGo neo CX 20, a series production order picker with robotics.
productSiemens awards £3.3m crane contract
Siemens Wind Power has awarded Street Crane a £3.3m contract to supply overhead cranes for its £310m wind turbine production and logistics facilities in Hull.
productABP modernises reachstackers
Kalmar to supply four new Gloria units as part of significant investment by ABP
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.
articleBAE Systems awards huge plant inspection contract
International inspection and certification specialist Lloyds British Testing has been awarded a major three year inspection and certification contract by BAE Systems.
articleThe long view on STR
Specialist suppliers have started to introduce bigger trucks to their fleets and, as businesses realise it is possible to hire supersize machines, they are turning to short-term rental as a cost-effective solution to their long-term materials handling needs. David Cooper, director of Cooper Specialised Handling, discusses the benefits of acquiring ‘big trucks’ on a short-term basis and securing the best deal.
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.
productSpotlight on stainless steel
J D Neuhaus (JDN) is set to present its concept study of a new stainless steel air hoist at CeMAT.
productSEW Eurodrive invests in crane system
When SEW Eurodrive elected to build its new, purpose-designed UK head office, production and service facility located in Normanton, West Yorkshire, a prime operational objective was to install a crane and hoist infrastructure that would prove pivotal in delivering maximum use of available floor space without impeding operational performance.
productMixed order picking solution for steel stockholders
Sidetracker has entered its sixth decade of manufacturing multi-directional lift trucks, with the third generation of family ownership.
productImpact makes heavy investment in portside trucks
Impact – sole distribution partner in the UK and Ireland for Konecranes Lift Trucks – has invested more than £1m in five new trucks from the manufacturer, adding two reach-stackers, a pair of heavy-duty forklifts and a truck outfitted for specialist applications to its hire fleet.
productGo lean for improved safety and productivity
The risk of industrial injuries can be reduced in any manufacturing, warehousing or retailing application by simplifying the processes involved.
