New storage concept bids to maximise pallet density
Flexi Warehouse Systems – the projects and systems division of Narrow Aisle – has introduced the Flexi StorMAX space saving storage concept.
Flexi Warehouse Systems – the projects and systems division of Narrow Aisle – has introduced the Flexi StorMAX space saving storage concept.
Indigo Software supply chain consultant Mark Wilkinson says the rise of the discounters has created an opportunity as well as a challenge for private label manufacturers.
KNAPP has rewarded its team of resident engineers for 10 years service at the automated warehouse of Clarks, the global shoe supplier.
Convenience food manufacturer Greencore is using a voice-directed WMS to help with an extensive project to achieve end-to-end stock traceability.
Fast growing logistics provider, Carousel Logistics, has again selected the Snapfulfil SaaS WMS to support its continued growth.
According to Access Group research, only a third of companies in manufacturing supply chains use either ERP systems or dedicated SCM solutions to manage their supply chains.
Harting is testing the ability of the company’s RFID systems to detect objects moving at high speeds.
The supply chain solutions provider has acquired UK-based IT firm Wesupply.
To support rapid growth, LoveCrafts has engaged the services of Clipper Logistics to manage its UK warehousing and fulfilment operation from a facility in the North West.
Snapfulfil is to launch a brand new edition of its best-in-breed warehouse management system, aimed specifically at growing eCommerce retailers.
Logistex have been tasked with installing a Warehouse Materials Handling Solution including their LWS Reflex warehouse management system for QUIZ’s warehouse operation based at Bellshill in Scotland.
Fast-growing SaaS warehouse management system provider, Snapfulfil has experienced one of the most successful sales periods in its 40 year history, securing new business that is expected to generate contract revenues of over £1.5 million.
Ethnic foods wholesaler Indus Foods of Birmingham has invested in a 10 user Accord Voice WMS from Business Computer Projects (BCP) for its 30,000 sq ft distribution centre.
NX Secure, national pallet distribution and warehousing, is to supplement growth with the implementation of Access Group’s warehouse management solution (WMS), Access Delta. The investment comes as the organisation looks to attract new clients with the appeal of automating warehouse processes.
Apotal.de, a leading online pharmacy in Germany, has chosen the KNAPP-Store automated storage and picking system to fulfil its customer orders.
RFID is thriving, reaching total sales of $10.1bn in 2015 with a large scope ahead for continued roll-out in many established markets and growth in new markets.
Software application and engineering company Red Ledge is launching an advisory service to help manufacturing, logistics and retail companies who have yet to use RFID decide whether it is a viable technology for them, now or in the future.
The majority of IT and operations professionals surveyed anticipate transitioning to voice solutions within the next five years.
A fast growing and innovative pure play retailer upped the IT ante to allow it to offer third party eCommerce fulfilment services.
Pillow and duvet manufacturer, Comfy Quilts is implementing the Snapfulfil SaaS WMS to provide inventory visibility and control across its retail and wholesale warehousing operations, including a new 110,000 sq ft facility at Stakehill Industrial Estate in Manchester.