Plug & play biomass
Leading biomass heating specialist, Rural Energy, has launched the AIRMatic Biomass Space Heater – an innovative new compact solution said to pack a big punch, that is ideal for warehouses and large industrial units.
DPD to open 10 new depots in £150m splurge
DPD has announced plans for a new £150m investment which will create over 750 new jobs.
Semi automatic baler
In contrast with a previous throughput of 2t of cardboard per day, using a CB65X semi-automatic Durapac baler from Compact and Bale, Medway Drums can now process 2t of cardboard per hour, fork-lift feeding.
Fit-and-forget safety light curtain
By designing an explosion-proof enclosure for its leading light curtain technology to ATEX and UL Listed hazardous area standards, SICK is offering what is says is unprecedented safety protection for high risk flammable gas, vapour and dusty industrial environments.
Discounts for FORS members
Members of FORS – the Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme – can now enjoy exclusive offers on fleet management systems and more, with Fuel Card Services appointed as a FORS Associate. Over 3000 FORS accredited companies nationwide now have access to significant cost savings on fuel, emissions monitoring and other services.
Beam smoke detectors
To ensure the safety of its players and staff, the Detroit Lions NLF team has selected FFE’s optical beam smoke detectors to provide the fire protection for its 8500 square metre, full-size indoor practice field.
Tug meets hospital’s requirements
New Cross Hospital has recently taken delivery of an additional tow tractor from Bradshaw Electric Vehicles to work in the Receipts and Distribution Centre, carrying out deliveries of medical consumables around the hospital site.
Bags for building
The first in a range of bags to benefit the building, construction and landscaping industry, Kite Packaging’s FIBC bags are made from woven polypropylene and can be loaded with up to 1t of product. Most suited to dry, free-flowing products, they have strong lifting handles to be used with a crane or forklift.
PowerStor 4000 unveiled
Power Automation Systems (PAS) has released the latest in its PowerStor line with the PowerStor 4000.
On track to deliver
Rail freight facilities at the Port of Felixstowe, the Port of Britain, have expanded further with the commissioning of two new Rail Mounted Gantry cranes (RMGs) at the port’s North Rail Terminal.
UASC now calls at London Gateway
United Arab Shipping Company (UASC) has started services to London Gateway on the South America 2 service (SAM2).
The UASC offering is part of an existing fixed day weekly service from DP World London Gateway calling at leading ports in Brazil, Argentina and Uruguay.
Construction starts next month on huge Burnley warehouse
Technology distribution business, Exertis, has signed a contract for a 543,620 sq ft national distribution centre at Burnley Bridge Business Park, Lancashire.
Price-drop promotion
UK manufacturer of plastic containers and reusable transit packaging (RTP), Schoeller Allibert, is offering more opportunities to save with the extension of its price-drop promotion on bulk pallet boxes. The company’s promotion, covering bulk containers from its Geobox and Big Box ranges, will run until the end of June 2015.
Mini warehouses offer quick turnaround storage solution
Aganto is to launch a new ‘off the peg’ range comprising mini warehouses at competitive prices.
Flexible range of tote boxes
Casting Support Systems (CSS) has expanded its range of tote boxes.
Active management system
To ensure the ongoing safety, reliability and productivity of equipment in the loading bay, Transdek UK believes it is imperative that fully trained service technicians with the relevant knowledge and expertise should carry out regular scheduled servicing.
Minimal cost mini warehouses
Leading temporary building specialist, Aganto is to launch a new range after listening to customers and recognising the change in trends in the market. The Mini Warehouse Rental Company, to be launched next month, will offer even quicker installation at low cost for a choice of mini sized warehouses.
Food supplier switches to voice picking
Henry Colbeck has chosen Renovotec Voice Manager to fully automate its 12,000 units-per-day picking operation.
Bristol Forklifts wins award
The Fork Lift Truck Association has awarded Bristol Forklifts the highly-coveted Customer Focus Award for the firm’s commitment to delivering excellent sales, service and customer support.
Sales team strengthened
As part of continued expansion plans, Nexen Lift Trucks is pleased to welcome Iain Wilson to its sales team. A native Yorkshire man, Wilson brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the business having worked almost exclusively within the ‘Trade and Dealership’ side of the materials handling industry for over 25 years.
