Plan to enable multiple VNA trucks to safely work in an aisle
ELOKON is developing a new assistance system to enable multiple VNA forklifts to operate simultaneously in the same narrow aisle.
Designed to suit food markets
HART’S ASSOCIATION with many major manufacturing sectors through its wide range of door products is widely acknowledged. One sector includes the UK’s biggest sector, the £100 bn Food and Drink industry which employs over 4m people.
Adjusting to life after Brexit
SUPPLY CHAIN technology consultant Renovotec is introducing a ‘Life after Brexit’ warehouse consulting service that reveals the ways in which technology can be used to replace people in warehousing and distribution, enabling staff reductions of up to 30% according to Renovotec.
Safe & efficient drum handling
Do you have a need to load or unload drums from lorries or containers, de-palletise or move drums around a workshop or factory site?
Robot software firm acquired by Verizon
Verizon has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire incubed IT, the creator of a software platform providing autonomous navigation tools to administer, manage and optimise mixed fleets of robots in industrial settings.
Rollins scoops key accolade
SnapFulfil’s COO Stefanie Rollins has been listed in the Top 25 Women Leaders in Software of Europe for 2021.
Baumann electric sideloader sales on the rise
THERE’S NO reason for long load users not to consider electric, says leading sideloader manufacturer, Baumann. It has seen big developments in electric machines over the last 25 years, with the award-winning development of 120v machines at Baumann leading the way.
Designed to last – hinged steel doors from Hörmann
Durable, secure, and of exceptional quality, multi-purpose steel doors from Hörmann are suitable for a wide variety of busy environments from industrial workplaces and warehouses, to offices, and public buildings.
Sort bots seize the ‘singles day’
With a client list that includes eComm giants as Alibaba, PDD and JD.com, ZTO Express’s share of the Chinese express parcel delivery market is approaching 20%.
New testing standards announced
Tests for counterbalance and reach truck training have been updated in line with new requirements and take effect on 8th January 2021.
Centre of Excellence established
INTERROLL HAS acquired MITmacher in Linz, Austria and the acquisition will serve as the basis to build Interroll’s new Global Centre of Excellence (CoE) Software & Electronics and better support systems integrators.
Slowed to creep speed
Transmon Engineering has designed and installed an advanced driver assistance system at Pladis Global’s warehouse in Ashby De La Zouch.
Shipping boxes battle Covid-19
PACKAGING SOLUTIONS and systems player Sealed Air is playing a key role in providing the essential packaging solutions needed to help customers in the fight against Covid-19.
Collapsible containers reduce double handling
LOADHOG HAS extended its range of Collapsible Containers with a 320mm version. It is capable of reducing to a smaller proportion of its height within its own footprint, making it ideal where space saving is a necessity.
European Fulfillment Network to tackle SME Brexit friction
THE ECOMMERCE boom during the Covid-19 pandemic has boosted demand for online retail across Europe, with brand stores and smaller sales platforms having to compete against the big retailers and marketplaces.
Two-person delivery
GYM EQUIPMENT provider Concept2 has chosen 2-person delivery company ArrowXL to handle the delivery of its product range to households across the UK.
Expanded bagging solutions
KITE PACKAGING has expanded its range of vacuum, bagging, and shrinking equipment.
Coca-Cola awards pallets contract
Coca-Cola European Partners has signed a five-year contract renewal with CHEP for the use of circular packaging services.
New web app for CocoonTMP visibility tool
COCOONFMS HAS extended the capabilities of its CocoonTMP product by developing a web app to allow the users of CocoonTMP to view their shipments on their mobile device.
Addressing the challenge of effective e-grocery
As the world moves further into the digital landscape, grocers are racing to find the best way to channel new opportunities. But while the e-grocery industry is poised for growth, it also faces unique challenges: changing trends, last mile delivery, and increasing pressure on brick-and-mortar retail.
