articleOn a growth trajectory
Edward Hutchison, managing director at BITO Storage Systems explains to HSS editor Simon Duddy how a considered, consultancy sales approach is integral to the impressive growth figures recently posted by the firm.
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articleClever use of space key as Kuehne + Nagel serves top UK fashion brand
SEC Storage has installed a space optimised storage and pick system for Kuehne + Nagel, to help the 3PL serve the needs of a top fashion brand. HSS editor Simon Duddy speaks to the team involved.
productAccreditation achieved
Two Bingley-based storage brands have been awarded ISO 9000:2008 Quality Certification and the CE Mark.
articleDedicated eCommerce storage & pick operation
SSI Schaefer has provided NBTY Europe (parent company of Holland & Barrett) with an automated system comprising a two-tier mezzanine and mesh-deck pallet racking to revolutionise its capabilities within the eCommerce market.
articleWorking towards zero harm – SEMA unveils conference programme
SEMA’s one day safety conference on 6th November 2014 tackles key safety issues for the storage industry.
productAdditional storage
When a large retail customer contracted Clipper Logistics for a new port-centric distribution centre, the independent logistics specialist turned to Davicon to provide a space-creating mezzanine.
productConveyor provides product transfer between floor levels
The component division of a leading German automobile manufacturer awarded Conveyor Systems Ltd (CSL) a contract to improve the efficiency in transferring car wheel assemblies between ground and mezzanine floor levels, as the existing vertical platform elevator was both slow and proving to be unreliable.
articleAiming for zero accidents
Jaap Vos, President of the Storage Equipment Manufacturers’ Association 2012-2014 looks at SEMA’s sphere of influence, concerns and achievements over the last 12 months.
productIndustrial mezzanines – safety first
Ajax Safe Access has developed its range of pallet gate safety barriers for high level loading to provide safe working conditions and to help eliminate the hazard of falls from height; the most common cause of injury in the workplace.
productGet storage on the go
Designed to make the customer experience quick, intuitive and efficient, Bristol Storage has launched a new website.
articleMezzanine part of refurb package
Dairy product distributor Eurilait operates a 44,000 sq ft cutting, packing and distribution facility which needed refurbishment due to growth.
productConstruction starts next month on huge Burnley warehouse
Technology distribution business, Exertis, has signed a contract for a 543,620 sq ft national distribution centre at Burnley Bridge Business Park, Lancashire.
articleStorage safety conference unveils strong line-up
One day conference will tackle safety in the storage industry and protecting your assets.
productFaster positioning of 1 tonne beams
Manufacture of customised flooring systems has been speeded up by new feed units with a simple and accurate control system.
article62,000 sq ft pick module boosts furniture warehouse
With the retail showroom big enough to fit three Wal-Mart supercentres inside and eight million shoppers expected per year, getting the warehouse logistics right was essential for the huge Nebraska Furniture Mart facility in Texas.
articleSave warehouse space without an expansion
Running out of warehouse space is one of the biggest challenges any business faces, large or small. Seasonal variations, rapid growth, excessive discount purchasing – whatever the reason, lack of warehouse space has a knock-on effect on operations, sales and ultimately, the bottom-line, says Action Storage.
productLear inks storage & picking deal with Gebhardt-ECS
Gebhardt-ECS has been appointed to implement a dynamic multi-level storage and picking system at the Lear Corporation factory at Coventry.
articleSEMA load notices carry weight
Load signs need careful scrutiny by the customer to ensure that they actually do help protect workers from injury. Alan Worrell of SEMA’s Technical Committee clarifies end users’ responsibilities and summarises the origins and value of this key piece of signage.
blogWhat will the EU Referendum mean for the future safety of the British workplace?
The UK government have promised an EU referendum by the end of 2017, but what will the result of this referendum mean for the safety of British businesses? And what should we be doing about it?
articleWarehousing dynamics shift as eCommerce kicks in
A leading think tank has recommended owners and occupiers future proof their warehouses in the face of massive market disruption from eCommerce.
