Mine orders overhead crane
Condra has received an order for a further overhead crane from Kamoto Copper Company, the copper and cobalt mine in the south of the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Specialises in bespoke parts
Partwell Group says that its engineers have experience developing components for use in conveyors, machine guards, shadow boards and safety panels in a variety of industries. These include Food & Drink, Health & Safety, Pharmaceutical & Medical, and Transport.
First impressions at Linde World of Material Handling
I am attending the Linde World of Material Handling exhibition in Mannheim today, and took a few minutes out from the hectic schedule to write up some notes on highlights so far.
Investment in cutting-edge design table
Pressing ahead with ambitious expansion plans for its booming packaging division, Antalis has transformed its bespoke offering with the addition of a new state-of-the-art cutting table at the company’s head office in Coalville.
Holy roller
The sight of a STILL forklift truck in one of the world’s most famous churches still comes as a surprise to many.
Record-breaking deal
North East fork lift truck specialist Permatt has been awarded a record-breaking contract to supply a fleet of new machines to JDR Cable Systems (JDR), the leading supplier of subsea umbilicals and power cables owned by the TFKable Group.
Reachstackers supplied to shipping and logistics firm
Kalmar has supplied three new reachstackers to Danish shipping and logistics firm DFDS for use at its Nordic Terminal in Immingham.
New remote control options for hoists and cranes
J D Neuhaus has further enhanced its remote control capabilities.
IT investment to boost customer service
Energy management specialist Hoppecke Industrial Batteries has embarked on a series of IT-enabled business process upgrades to improve standards of service and maximise efficiencies, following customer and employee feedback.
Anti-Crush product development
In 2017, WHC’s ACKPad, was one of the FLTA’s “Pick of the Year” products in both the Safety and Innovation categories of its prestigious Annual Awards for Excellence.
Wide range of duties
Belfast-based Countrywide Freight Group, has updated its forklift fleet with new TCM models supplied and supported by dealership W Hall.
Taking storage to another dimension
Gebhardt has enhanced the StoreBiter OLS 3D automated storage and retrieval system – the shuttle no longer only runs through aisles, but also on connecting routes between the aisles.
Safety partnership
Warehouse Partners has secured the exclusive worldwide patent licence to use the Gripple cabling systems for its proprietary RackNets back-of-rack safety system.
Electric forklifts to enhance eco-efficiency
Kalmar, part of Cargotec, has concluded a deal with a leading Polish manufacturer of chipboard products for nine electric forklift trucks powered by Lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries.
Engineering stores and cost centre management system
Software application and engineering company Red Ledge has developed an engineering stores and cost centre management system.
Cimcorp to expand its facilities in Finland
Cimcorp, a manufacturer and integrator of turnkey robotic gantry-based order fulfillment and tire-handling solutions, has announced construction plans to expand its production and office facilities at its headquarters in Ulvila, Finland.
Error-free picking
Fashion brand Marc Cain is benefiting from automation supplied by KNAPP.
Second Queen’s Award win
A-Safe is thrilled to announce its second Queen’s Award win. The company said: “This highly sought-after award is a mark of quality for British businesses. A seal of approval that speaks volumes about a company. To win the award twice is a great honour.”
Safer DC maintenance
Engineers at modern fulfilment centres are required to maintain material handling equipment, conveyors and packaging machinery to ensure their smooth running and fulltime operation.
Inland terminal innovations
At TOC Europe from 12-14 June 2018, Hyster Europe showcased new products and innovative handling solutions for inland terminals and port applications and addressed topics such as zero emissions operations and double reefer handling.
