eComm firm jumps from paper to WMS
Online retailer Natural Baby Shower has optimised its order fulfillment operations with Descartes’ cloud-based ecommerce WMS.
Hugo Boss commits to global RFID rollout
THE PREMIUM retailer has selected Nedap’s iD Cloud platform. The objective of this collaboration is to create supply chain visibility, improve merchandise availability and, in turn, boost the omnichannel shopping experience.
Nestlé opens £31m Derbyshire distribution centre
THE NESTLE Waters distribution centre in Buxton has been officially opened by Nestlé UK & Ireland CEO Stefano Agostini, with AGVs playing a role.
Dock restraint system for drinks supplier
FOLLOWING A recommendation from its systems integrator, one of the world’s leading drinks businesses specified the Combilok vehicle restraint system to improve safety and speed up operations within a loading bay at its distribution centre in Scotland.
Retailer uses built-in flexibility of automated system
DUTCH FOOD retailer PLUS Retail BV is in the process of kitting out its national distribution centre for dry goods in Oss, in the Netherlands.
Challenging hoist installations
EVERY HOIST installation is different, and most generally present some level of challenge to overcome, typically relating to the dimensional clearances of the hoist unit or the logistics of general access conditions.
Currys targets the basics with logistics partnership
GXO is supporting the electrical retailer in a three-year ‘Brilliant Basics’ plan to overhaul its supply chain and service operations business and strengthen the Omnichannel experience.
Don’t miss out on equipment tax rebate
COMPANIES THAT order new forklift trucks and other materials handling equipment (MHE) in the coming months may find that they miss out on the chance to claim significant tax relief allowances on their new machinery due to the ever growing lead times currently being quoted by a number of industrial truck manufacturers.
Sharp drop noted in warehouse demand
OCCUPIER DEMAND for UK logistics and industrial space dropped considerably in Q3, but remained well ahead of the long term average, according to real estate services firm Cushman & Wakefield.
Glitz and glamour as UKMHA presents Archies 2022
FOR ITS inaugural Archies event UKMHA chose the theme of Hollywood Glamour… and the delivery certainly lived up to the billing.
Platform partnership for fulfilment provider
eCommerce fulfilment provider Huboo has set up a partnership with marketplace platform Mirakl.
A-SAFE reveals evolution in brand identity
A-SAFE HAS unveiled a refresh of its long-established brand, as the UK-headquartered business continues to expand globally.
UKWA takes solar message to the Lords
In partnership with Zestec Renewable Energy UKWA held a networking lunch yesterday at the House of Lords.
Kopparberg UK awards three year contract
THE PARTNERSHIP will see DHL manage the warehouse, co-pack and transport business for Kopparberg in the UK.
Amazon Knowsley DC completes
PLP, the specialist UK logistics developer and investment manager, has completed development of two fulfilment centres totalling nearly 3 million square feet that has been pre-let to Amazon.
High-speed industrial sectional door – seeing is believing
THE NEW high speed industrial sectional door from Hörmann UK, the Series 60, has been designed and developed to provide quality construction, high security, and easy installation.
How to safely refill and change LPG cylinders on forklifts – step by step
Brian O’Flynn, Technical Trainer at Calor is big on safety when it comes to handling LPG gas; he specialises in training engineers and people across the business. Here, he gives 5 simple steps to safely refilling and changing an LPG gas cylinder on a forklift truck.
Small container for automation projects
GOPLASTICPALLETS.COM IS adding a new plastic container for eComm automation to its range.
Improving security and safety
BRANDSAFE HAS expanded its range of modular cages and enclosures.
Long life luminaire
THE TUGRA luminaire from TRILUX is said to be efficient, durable, and economically attractive. With up to 189 lm/W and a service life of up to 100,000 h, energy bills stay low for longer, says the manufacturer.
