New MD at Fortress Interlocks
Fortress Interlocks has appointed Jo Smith as its new managing director. This appointment is a quick promotion for Jo, who only joined Fortress as finance director in November 2015.
Mechan acquired by French rail group
Rail depot equipment specialist Mechan is joining France’s CIM Group.
Pie Mapping acquired by DPD
The digital mapping and routing firm is well positioned for growth following the acquisition by UK parcel giant DPD, according to new CEO Stuart Hill.
Europe-wide training concept launched
UniCarriers has launched its European training centre in Greve, Denmark, in January 2017. The international forklift manufacturer is setting new standards in learning and development with the UniCarriers Academy.
FedEx introduces zero-emission Nissan electric vehicles in Belgium
FedEx Express has introduced new zero-emission all-electric Nissan e-NV200 vehicles for pickups and deliveries in the areas of Ghent, Brussels and Antwerp.
KernPack adds end-of-line automation
KernPack, a distributor of specialist packaging machinery and solutions, has signed an exclusive UK and Ireland distribution deal with Skilled Group, enabling it to sell the company’s range of robotic palletising systems and AGVs.
Explosion proof crane systems
J D Neuhaus, a world leader in air hoists, cranes, trolleys and monorail hoists, is introducing a range of C rail and light crane systems for operation with the company’s established and successful mini air hoist range. Both the C rail/suspension tracks and the light crane systems are rated for use in explosion and hazardous dust-laden areas up to ATEX Zone 2, 22.
No need for the five second rule with John Lord Antimicrobial Flooring
The five second rule has always been questioned whether it is true or a myth, a saying that have been used to justify eating food from the floor.
New Loading Systems service from Stannah
Something new for lift specialist’s 150th anniversary year.
New appointment reflects business growth
Mosca Direct, the UK subsidiary of strapping specialist Mosca GmbH, has further strengthened its customer support team with the appointment of Andrea Wilson as assistant office manager at its head office in Cotgrave, Nottingham.
Robotic truck on show
Linde Material Handling showcased its L-Matic pallet stacker at this year’s IntraLogisteX, just one of the trucks in a range of new automated trucks available from Linde Robotics.
Celebrating 1000 jobs with Remploy
Celebrations were in full swing in Swansea on 23rd March to mark the 1000th employee, Tarik Miah and the longest serving employee, David Kenneally finding work with TC Facilities Management (TCFM) through employment partner Remploy.
Complex sortation for Hermes
Beumer Group has supplied complex sortation and distribution technology to Hermes Germany.
Product cooling & static removal
To cater for multi impression closure moulding where typically 120 caps can be moulded on a 10 second cycle, it is imperative to cool them down to avoid deflection in the collection bin.
Semi-permanent offering expanded
Neptunus, the temporary structures specialist, has appointed Matt Clark as project manager for temporary buildings.
Last chance to enter logistics awards
The entry deadline for this year’s Talent in Logistics Awards has been extended to Friday 28th April. This is due to overwhelming interest and requests from 3PLs, transport companies, training providers and retailers for more time to enter their valued team members.
Speakers unveiled for June warehousing event
The theme for the Warehouse Technology Group event is how investment in business-improving warehouse technology and equipment can help you meet the challenges presented by the current business climate and the growth of e-tailing.
Even top forklift operators struggle with pre-use inspections
RTITB has revealed that many of the entrants to its Operator of the Year competition have struggled with correct practice on forklift pre-use inspections.
16 Cesab forklifts reduce operator fatigue at waste firm Roydon
Waste management and recycling provider Roydon Group has seen improved efficiencies after choosing Cesab M300 forklifts for two of its waste management operations.
Investment in container printing
Goplasticpallets, the independent distributor of returnable plastic transit packaging (RPTP), has invested in a state-of-the-art, thermal transfer machine. The new purchase comes in response to growing customer demand for branded totes and trays – in particular, small quantities of boxes with printed identification markings.
