Don’t drive faster, drive smarter
It is widely accepted that increasing forklift operating speed increases the likelihood and potential severity of accidents, so is it possible to work faster without compromising on safety?
Remove the void
The e-Cube from B+ Equipment is a proven, effective void reduction packaging solution for order fulfilment.
Labelling and identification boosts picking process
The management of any warehouse needs an effective labelling and identification system, stock needs to be identified and in its rightful place in order to maximise order picking and minimise costly errors. Beaverswood can offer a one stop shop for all your warehouse labelling and identification needs.
Partner up
Fibrelite has formed strategic partnerships with a number of major precast manufacturers in the USA and Europe.
Industry 4.0 requires intelligent interlocks
As we race towards 50 billion devices connected to the internet by 2020, Industry 4.0 presents a huge challenge to manufacturers.
Taking safety beyond compliance with SafeStart UK courses
DuPont Sustainable Solutions is to host the first UK SafeStart workshop at the Ramada Hotel Birmingham, 16-17 May 2017.
Modular system is key
MiniTec’s modular aluminium profile flow rack kit helps demonstrate the new Kanban monitoring system launched by WERMA.
SEMA unveils line-up for Technical Conference
SEMA, the Storage Equipment Manufacturers’ Association is to hold its first full day technical conference on Tuesday 6th June at the Park Inn, West Bromwich which will be chaired by SEMA president, Jaap Vos.
Cost effective warehouse barriers
Barriers perform a somewhat straight forward task in a warehouse. They are there to create an obstacle that prevents movement or access – mostly to prevent the movement of MHE from hitting numerous items including people.
Hyundai spins off forklift division
Hyundai Heavy Industries announces the spin off of the Construction Equipment division, which also comprises its forklift operation.
Geodis supports order fulfillment for Kenzo
Geodis is stepping up its growth in the retail fashion sector as proven by a new partnership with Kenzo, the luxury prêt-à-porter company.
Debenhams to close one DC and ten small warehouses
The retailer has begun a consultation on the closure of one central distribution centre and around 10 smaller regional warehousing facilities as part of a wide-ranging ‘Fix the Basics’ plan the company is working through.
TGW hires new UK managing director
Automated materials handling solutions specialist TGW Logistics Group has announced the appointment of two managing directors for its Northern Europe operations.
Forklift Safety Cage assists repair work
Contact Attachments supplied its Economy Forklift Safety Cage to Elixair International, a specialist in the removal of sealants on both civilian and military aircrafts.
Construction industry 3PL contract won by Meachers
Major supplier to the UK construction industry RCM has appointed Meachers Global Logistics as its UK third party logistics partner.
Better traceability
The Linx SL1 laser coder has provided the ideal solution for the application of permanent codes onto paper cups, as part of the upgrading of product traceability at global food and drink packaging specialist Huhtamaki’s New Zealand operation.
Smart and intelligent solutions in new WERMA catalogue
WERMA is proud to announce the arrival of its brand new 2017 catalogue. You will find within the 300 or so pages lots of innovative products from the world of beacons and sounders together with helpful background and technical information.
Interroll’s new modular Drum Motors will cut costs and lead times
The conveyor drive specialist Interroll has launched a new generation of drum motors that will be predominantly used for conveyor belt systems in distribution centres, production areas and in hygienic applications in the food industry.
Datatrade’s ‘Preventenance’ service aims to reduce downtime
The newly launched Preventenance service will enable enterprises to be more proactive in their device maintenance and minimise downtime by preempting failures in their supply chain. It is geared towards firms in retail, manufacturing, healthcare, automotive, utilities and transport & logistics.
Short term hire… short term risk?
Why you should always demand a copy of a Report of Thorough Examination.
