Linde Material Handling expands Remanufacturing Centre
The manufacturer expects up to 2,000 trucks per year are to be remanufactured at the plant near Brno in the Czech Republic.
World-first for volume measurement
With the CMS 700i 3D, Leuze presents a world first for volume measurements – a complete solution for the fault-free storage of goods that can be autonomously commissioned and maintained by WebConfig.
Relaxation of drivers’ hours must not have safety cost
The Government has announced an extension to the relaxation to both the EU and GB driving-hours rules for the goods sectors. These initially commenced at 00:01 on Monday 23 March 2020 and will now run until 23:59 on Sunday 31 May 2020.
Rise above with WMS as blue skies return
WMS technology innovator, SnapFulfil, is seeing green shoots of a turnaround in global commerce as businesses adapt and gear up for the new post Covid-19 future.
Export achievements impress Queen’s Award judges
Returnable packaging solutions provider Loadhog has been presented with a Queen’s Award for International Trade.
Praise for staff who are keeping Narrow Aisle open for business
John Maguire, managing director of Tipton-based Narrow Aisle – manufacturer of the Flexi range of articulated forklift truck-based materials handling solutions, has praised the dedication and commitment of the company’s employees who have continued working throughout the Coronavirus pandemic.
Cubing and weighing for medical products distributor
The CubiScan 100 integrated cubing and weighing system offered fast, accurate and comprehensive data to the supplier.
Cope with rapid increase in demand
With COVID-19 causing a rapid increase in the demand for food and drink, could packaging efficiency and automation provide the buffer businesses need during peak times?
The Hut Group to charter cargo planes
The eCommerce player has agreed a partnership with Singapore Airlines to charter 100+ flights, and confirms plans to launch THG Air.
Next rolled out warehouse safety measures to re-open online business
The retailer has implemented extensive additional safety measures and has re-opened its Online operation in a staged process from mid-April.
Covid-19: Forklift safety protocols updated
BITA has received Government recognition for its innovative action in helping to ensure the materials handling industry remains safe and fully operational during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Optimal delivery solutions
Distributor Allpack Packaging has credited international shipping software specialist SmartFreight for improved efficiencies in its logistics operation.
Strapping for bulky timber products
The KOV-111-16 system of Mosca secures large-volume timber products for transport without significant downtime.
Fulfilment centre to extend Waitrose North London coverage
Waitrose is opening (7 May) a six-acre Customer Fulfilment Centre in Enfield, North London, to double its online grocery orders in the capital by September.
Airport warehouse fit-out
One of the UK’s largest airlines acquired warehouse space in close proximity to Manchester Airport.
Hazard warning tape for social distancing
Kite Packaging has added hazard warning tape, also known as lane marking tape, to its B2B website.
Farm-to-table logistics
Sustainable online supermarket Farmdrop has signed up to a three year SaaS (Software as a Service) contract with SnapFulfil.
Heavy duty castor for autonomous unit
A heavy duty castor from Blickle has been customised for a driverless transport system.
Precise and repeatable
A canned drink producer decided to place the labels onto the retaining straps (which are 12mm wide) that secure the load, instead of directly onto the pallets themselves.
Britvic’s Rugby warehouse increases storage density
Jungheinrich UK has provided Britvic with a multi depth, high density under pallet carrier (UPC) shuttle racking solution to optimise its warehouse space in Rugby.
