Real time analysis of warehouse processes
SSI Schaefer has released a new version of its labour and resource management system WAMAS LRM, which is described as quicker and more efficient.
Designed for heavy and awkward lifts
Non-conventional containers from CakeBoxx Technologies have allowed a transport company to more easily move long and heavy loads that are unsuitable for conventional containers.
Southgate launches household-biocompostable air pillow film
In a major first, leading UK packaging supplier offers genuinely eco-friendly alternative to the eCommerce and distribution sectors.
New service director
To maintain a high level of customer service and product quality to stay true to its longstanding reputation in the industry, Stephen Hodgkinson-Soto, Stanley Security’s new service director GB is concentrating on raising customer support levels, efficiency, health & safety practices and driving forward product development within the company.
Briggs Equipment acquires Hitec Lift Trucks
Briggs Equipment strengthens its presence in the East Midlands with the purchase of Hitec Lift Trucks. Completion is expected no later than 1 June.
M&S admits Castle Donington DC ‘struggling with peaks’
Marks and Spencer has expressed frustration at inefficiencies at its Castle Donington fulfilment centre and disappointment with the rate of growth in its online sales.
Food firm deploys AGV shuttle and reach truck combination
Jungheinrich is building the semi-automated finished goods warehouse for Germany’s oldest noodle producer.
Customer partnership
CHEP has appointed Matt Quinn to the role of senior director, customer partnership for Northern Europe.
160-strong fleet operation managed
Pollock Scotrans has introduced the latest cloud and mobile technology from BigChange to improve its transport and logistics operations.
Coping with deep loading bay drop
Thorworld delivers a design capable of handling GKN Wheels’ loading bay gradient challenge.
Secured by Design achieved
The SPU F42 and the SPU 67 Thermo industrial sectional doors from Hörmann UK have been awarded Secured By Design (SBD) accreditation.
Airplane tugs go electric
British Airways – working in partnership with Heathrow Airport – has introduced remote-controlled equipment that eliminates the need for diesel tugs.
Changes at the top
Street Crane has announced that Andrew Pimblett is stepping down as managing director after 49 years with the business, 38 of which he served as a board member. His successor is Gus Zona, who has worked for Street in the roles of both sales director and operations director.
Fits Royal Mail small parcel
BUBL Packaging has announced its Royal Mail Small Parcel BUBL Bag, which is designed to fit within the Royal Mail’s Small Parcel size requirements.
Corrosion-resistant lifter aimed at food industry
The stainless Logitilt from Logitrans aims to show the ergonomically correct way of emptying boxes in the food industry, by lifting and tilting boxes up to 90 degrees.
Energy-saving and in demand
Hart’s flagship Speedor Super high speed door, seen here, has been in continuous production since 1983 and many thousands of doors have been installed on challenging sites across the world.
Simple and effective tipping skips
Contact Attachments’ Tipping Skips continues to be one of its best-selling products, having been manufactured at its site in Mid Wales since 1974.
WMS revamped for better order picking
Manhattan Associates has improved its WMS to help retailers, distributors and logistics companies deal with fulfilment by improving order flexibility, maximising asset utilisation and expanding mobile workflows.
