CFTS board appointment
CFTS – the body responsible for the materials handling industry’s national accreditation scheme for Thorough Examination – has appointed Mike Knowles, operations director for Crown Lift Trucks, to its board.
Fast-build WMS tool
Software application and engineering company, Red Ledge, will use the forthcoming IntraLogistex show to launch the latest version of its ‘Red Ledge CORE’ fast-build warehouse management system development tool, which speeds the development of WMS and other logical, event-driven systems using a set of fast-build, standard libraries – saving time and money, says Red Ledge.
Wireless switching
steute develops and manufactures a wide range of switching devices which communicate by radio instead of signal cables. This makes switchgear installation easier and means that components which are often susceptible to wear and tear, such as cable carriers and slip rings, can be eliminated.
Andon light kit
A surge in demand from operations keen to improve visual management systems and eliminate wastage has encouraged WERMA to introduce a new comprehensive kit of the essential components required to set up a simple manually operated andon light system.
WERMA rewarded for the Industry 4.0 project
The signal device manufacturer has received an award for the “100 locations for Industry 4.0 in Baden-Württemberg” project.
Speed up logistics processes
Whether it is a request for new material to be delivered, assistance required or that work is running out, Andonspeed calls up the appropriate intervention to the packing station, reducing waiting times and making the operation more efficient.
Lifting lock pins
Durable new Elesa GN 1130 lifting lock pins enable quick installation on heavy equipment, for lifting either axially or at up to 90° for use with specialised lifting equipment.
Flange mount shaft bearings
Elesa’s new UC range of self-aligning flange bearings offer easy installation for rotating shafts on equipment such as conveyor systems, where their tolerant fit and protected bearings enable quick, simple assembly or replacement.
Cummins to convert factory to logistics centre
As part of a plan to adjust to weak global demand for power generation equipment Cummins will reduce the footprint of its Kent site and change it into a regional distribution and logistics centre.
Reduce blind corner hazards
Reacting to customer feedback, Sentry Protection Products has upgraded its Collision Sentry collision warning system to feature a more focused and intense warning light for increased visibility.
Coloured padlocks
The 6121 ProSeries Weather Tough padlocks from Master Lock are available in six new vibrant colours, which enable customisation of the padlock system in facilities where each work site, location, department, employee or rank can be assigned to one colour.
Worker gets arm stuck in forklift
A scrap metal firm and its director have been fined after a Manchester worker suffered severe injuries to his left arm when it became stuck in a forklift truck. The worker had been instructed to stand on the truck’s forks.
Sideloader supplier Baumann UK appoints Carrylift
Baumann, the world’s largest sideloader manufacturer, has appointed Carrylift Group as an official distributor for Scotland and the North East of England. The appointment provides Baumann with greater access to the sideloader market north and south of the border.
Temperature controlled double deck trailer
Transdek UK will be exhibiting its award winning, temperature controlled double deck Wedge trailer, along with its unique DUET urban double deck trailer on stand 3C98 at this year’s CV Show, which takes place at the NEC, Birmingham, 26th-28th April. The company will also show one of its latest vehicle-to-ground (V2G) double deck lifts on stand 3B100.
Cleanroom contract for Hart
Three Speedor Cleanroom doors provide high-speed solution in an exceptional clean room environment.
Employee ownership success
Union Industries is celebrating the success of its first year as an Employee Owned company, which has set it on course to record one of its best financial years since it was incorporated in 1975.
Match automation with application
JBT has redesigned its range of Automatic Guided Vehicle systems (AGVs) into standard modules, which can be combined to suit different applications, with the aim of simplifying AGV solutions and the way customers make purchases.
Same day dispatch
Renold has launched a new same-day dispatch service for its range of BS conveyor chain. The service is available from the company’s dedicated UK service centre for chain with 3000 to 30,000lb breaking loads and with 1.5” to 6” pitch sizes.
Sustainability report
Linde Material Handling has published its first sustainability report describing the impact of the company’s corporate activities on society and the environment.
Carbon footprint reduced
Hörmann has installed more than 800 solar PV panels on its Coalville warehouse roof in a bid to reduce the company’s carbon footprint.
