From more accurate measurement, to improved factory communications interfaces, connectivity and machine safety, SICK UK is showing a broad portfolio of innovations to achieve improved process and production efficiency for manufacturers at MACH 2014.
New from ESAB Welding & Cutting Products, the Jumbo Marathon Pac 2 is a GMAW bulk wire drum system that offers a high-productivity solution for continuous, high-volume welding applications.
Unlike standard energy chain systems, which are not designed to accommodate lateral or torsional movements, the latest System Allround energy chains from M Buttkereit are manufactured utilising a flexible link material, enabling varied movement possibilities without any substantial design, layout or operating alterations.
Developed in response to industry concerns about the health and safety risks of using standard heavy steel trough and return rollers, which often weigh up to 90kg, aluminium conveyor rollers from Horizon Conveyor offer robust strength at around half the weight of their steel counterparts.
Managers at the Port of Tyne have reported a significant reduction in stock processing times, after installing the latest version of OpenWMS, a warehouse management system from Advanced Business Solutions (Advanced).
Manufacturer of plastic crates and pallets, Schoeller Allibert will be giving visitors to Foodex 2014 a taste of the cost savings, environmental benefits and efficient performance that returnable transit packaging (RTP) can offer the industry.
In a Supply Chain Management (SCM) survey conducted for Access Group, 45% per cent of companies (rising to 53% of larger firms) identified meeting demand whilst minimising stock levels as a leading issue. This is further examined in an accompanying white paper: ‘Supply Chain Nirvana’.
To provide guidance on the selection of hearing protection which feature integrated communication capabilities and to advise on the different types of communication solutions available in the marketplace, Arco has created an Expert Guide on communication solutions.
The appointment of Chris Parr as business development manager for the South West region has strengthened the sales team at Mosca Direct.
The new compact Powrmatic NVx 90s suspended gas unit heater features a narrow design that makes it ideal for delivering energy-efficient space heating in closely-racked warehouses.
On Stand 5771 at MACH 2014 ABB will showcase its latest developments in robotic automation, with an integrated demonstration cell featuring the IRB 6700, IRB 2600 and IRB 140 robots.
Zed Land anti-fatigue foam matting, from Plastic Extruders – Matting division, is being used at wehkamp.nl, the largest online department store in the Netherlands.
Workwear brand, Dickies, has introduced 14 new styles of safety footwear and improved a further six styles for 2014.
Yusen Logistics has been awarded a major contract with Hi Logistics Europe (UK Branch) for the nationwide transportation of LG Electronics products.
Jungheinrich UK has announced the appointment of Mike Young as its Systems & Projects Division’s new UK business development manager.
A new lamp from ECCO Group is designed for material handling applications and provides a visual warning for pedestrians in the vicinity of mobile equipment.
OEM Automatic is Datalogic’s UK distributor for sensors and safety products. Datalogic’s sensors and safety portfolio offers a product to solve many of today’s factory automation challenges.
Available with magnetic or self-adhesive fixings, Frames4docs colour coded frames from Beaverswood Supply Co are designed for easy and prominent document display.
As part of a £80m refurbishment of Mount Pleasant, Royal Mail’s flagship London facility, wall and door protection firm Yeoman Shield, the UK’s has completed a £1m contract to install a range of standard and bespoke wall and door protection products.
Rock Fall has researched and designed advanced safety footwear shaped specifically to female feet and in female sizes, thus providing better fit, comfort and optimal safety to women wearers.
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