productIndustry 4.0 process optimisation
Werma has developed smart systems such as StockSaver and Andonspeed.
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productVR for warehouse planning
Unitechnik’s Ingolf Mix explains the benefits of virtual reality when planning warehouse processes.
productTilbury2 could lead to 8500 new jobs
The Port of Tilbury received development consent from the Secretary of State for Transport to build Tilbury2 – a new multimillion pound port terminal adjacent to the current 930 acre site in Thurrock, on the outskirts of Greater London.
articleTrain to gain
SEMA delivers training on Rack Safety Awareness and Managing Rack Maintenance. Get to know your responsibilities.
productShuttle system supports building structure
In addition to in-house shuttle systems, TGW offers silo warehouse solutions, meaning that the shelf itself is the supporting structure for the roof and wall elements of the building’s shell, which can provide a considerable reduction in construction costs.
articleArco adds bulk storage facility
Logistex has signed a £2.3m contract with Arco, the UK’s leading supplier of safety equipment, which will link a newly constructed bulk storage warehouse (NDC2) to the existing NDC1 facility.
newsHilton Campbell appointed new Interroll UK MD
Hilton was a founding partner of Interoll’s operations in South Africa and previously serving as managing director of Interroll South Africa.
productLong and heavy
As a manufacturer of storage and racking systems, OHRA specialises in the storage of long and heavy warehouse goods.
articleASOS invests millions in three tier mezzanine for Barnsley DC
BS Handling Systems completed the multi-million pound project for the global online fashion retailer. Due to continued success and rapid growth, ASOS needed to extend and maximise the storage capacity at its fulfilment centre in Barnsley.
articleStockpiling for a potential No-Deal Brexit scenario
So just another day in the office for your local MP. In rejecting the Government’s Withdrawal Treaty for a second time, we are days away from the very real possibility of leaving the EU without a deal. James Jenkinson, managing director of DENIOS counts the cost for the supply chain.
product‘Race to the bottom’ risk as retail fulfilment demands increase
UKWA conference told that e-Commerce has put retailers on “the road to less and less profit”.
productThinking outside the box with Racking Collapse Prevention
Check out the innovative method to help protect racking from collapse developed by Racking Collapse Prevention. You can meet the team at The Health & Safety Event from April 9-11 at the NEC in Birmingham.
articleReady for any outcome
Aganto has responded to an environment of Brexit uncertainty by helping out as firms change strategy and stockpile goods. MD Andy Butters tells HSS editor Simon Duddy the firm are on standby in anticipation of an exit from the EU and is ready to deliver temporary buildings that help companies cope with any further disruption.
articleLast chance to tell us about the Warehouse of the Future
Tell us about the Warehouse of the Future… and take the chance to win £100 in Amazon Vouchers.
articleWilko completes £3.2 million automated eComm project
AMH Material Handling has implemented the project for Wilko at its 110,000 sq ft e-fulfilment facility managed by Clipper Logistics in Ollerton.
newsPressure mounts on UK ports to enhance infrastructure capacity ahead of Brexit
Due to the uncertainty of Brexit and the impact on export and import of goods, UK ports are making preparations to support further checks by customs officers. A common issue for all ports, especially Dover, will be finding the space necessary to do so.
productPuma to build vast world class logistics centre
Sports brand Puma turns over some4.65 billion euros a year and has commissioned intralogistics specialist TGW with building a highly automated distribution centre.
productLook for SEMA badge of integrity
Rack collapses are rare but they tend to be catastrophic when they happen. Simon King and Jonathan Bennett presented at The Health & Safety Event on how The Storage Equipment Manufacturer’s Association’s independently audited distributor group members can help to maximise rack safety.
articleTop notch seminars on show
John Munnelly, head of operations at John Lewis & Partners will present on Automation – a journey or a destination? at the next Warehouse Technology Group Live event in Manchester on June 5.
productCoping with Brexit
Sectors handling goods have a particular headache with both customs and space concerns. Any delays with getting components or finished goods across the border will have an enormous effect on logistics operations with the need for secure, weatherproof storage rising quickly.
