Avoid unwanted peaks
A timber wholesaler has shaved its operations bill with the addition of new battery charging tech.
Speedor Lite for temporary building
Hart Doors has completed the installation of its first Speedor Lite, a new variant of its famous Speedor range of high-speed doors.
Logistics property market boom continues
Demand for UK logistics and industrial space shows no sign of slowing as transactions in the first quarter of 2021 increased by 115% compared to the same period last year, while the number of deals completed was 70% higher than a typical Q1.
Southampton ports sees major investment
DP WORLD has unveiled £40m of infrastructure investment for Southampton, Britain’s second largest container terminal, which was recently awarded freeport status.
Immingham contract for sheet pile specialist
SHEET PILING UK has awarded a long-term contract to PD Ports at its Immingham site to store and handle the company’s steel sheet piles ready for use within the construction industry.
Construction materials terminal deal
TARMAC AND FORTH PORTS have signed a long-term agreement to create what is described as the UK’s largest construction materials terminal at Tilbury2.
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When you order a product online, Daifuku’s world-class material handling solutions kick into action, helping ensure that you get your order when you want it.
Specialist courier invests in IT
ArrowXL has invested over half a million pounds in technology supplied by Zetes to replace all of its on-the-road handheld terminals and upgrade its delivery software.
CNG trucks powered by waste-to-energy
Chilled and frozen logistics company McCulla (Ireland) is powering trucks on bio-methane gas generated from Lidl food waste.
Safe & efficient drum handling
Do you have a need to load or unload drums from lorries or containers, de-palletise or just generally move drums around a workshop or factory site?
Last chance to take part in our survey
The Tomorrow’s Warehouse survey is open – so have your say at this crucial time.
M&S to build online automated warehouse within Bradford DC
Work has begun to extend M&S’s Bradford DC so it becomes a second online warehouse for M&S.com.
Asda deploys powered stair climber for last mile lifts
TO FURTHER improve the efficiency of its grocery home shopping service, Asda has become the first UK supermarket to introduce a powered stair climber, in collaboration with materials handling specialist, Stanley.
10th major Archie award for Combilift
Combilift, the Irish manufacturer of a wide range of handling solutions, has won its 10th prestigious industry award from the Forklift Truck Association for one of its latest products.
Asda Logistics Services takes 60 sorting robots
THE SORTING SYSTEM for the Asda DC in South Elmsall, West Yorkshire will provide Asda with the capacity to support continued growth across its parcel collection and returns business.
Puma logistics hub goes live
The central logistics hub for Europe is said to be one of the most advanced fulfilment centres for fashion, and can process up to 74 million SKUs per year.
New forklift training courses enhance learning experience
Mentor, the UK leader in forklift training, has further developed its range of lift truck operator courses to continue to enhance the learning experience for delegates nationwide.
Modular loading scheme helps Linde avoid delays
WITH THE UK logistics sector continuing its dedicated approach to supporting customers through the Covid-19 pandemic, Linde Material Handling – a specialist forklift supplier to critical industry sectors – has extended supply capabilities at its UK operation in Warrington, with equipment designed and manufactured by Thorworld Industries.
Plastic pallet prices stable
THE PRICE of new wooden pallets is expected to increase 18% this month, on top of the 18% rise seen in January, says Goplasticpallets.com. Continued pressure on the availability of timber has been cited as a reason for the increase.
Fixed Vehicle Computers or Grab-And-Go Rugged Tablets?
Fixed, mounted computers have long been regarded as the de-facto standard for in-vehicle computers for a long time, due to their durability and endurance capabilities, however they lack the flexibility of a mobile option and are not easily transportable when in dire need. With the warehouse working environment continuing to evolve to support different work styles and outcomes, a fixed computer may not be the most ideal solution, especially if the work is split between the factory/warehouse and other areas.
