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JDN hoists provide 200 tonne handling capacity on offshore rig
Nov 28, 2012
Four J D Neuhaus type EH50 air-operated monorail hoists have been supplied and mounted by Westcon Løfteteknikk AS of Bergen to the Maersk offshore rig Guardian.
Who keeps the world moving?
Nov 28, 2012
By Frank Felten, head of product management logistics at PTV Group.
Ever thought of the distance, your chicken sandwich has travelled until it ended up at its final destination in your stomach? Well – not personally around yours but generally – PTV Group did.
Logistics firms urged to support game that will teach children about supply chain issues
Nov 28, 2012
Two former school teachers are seeking business partners from the logistics community to help develop a board game that has been devised to teach young people about logistics while they play.
IMHX 2013 (International Materials Handling Exhibition)
Nov 28, 2012
The International Materials Handling Exhibition (IMHX) is jointly owned by Informa Exhibitions and the British Industrial Truck Association (BITA). Held once every three years, IMHX is the UK's premier intralogistics event and one of the leading storage and handling shows worldwide.
Short-term vs long-term approach to pallet truck purchase
Nov 28, 2012
Over the busy Christmas season, many businesses find that they are swamped with more orders than they expected, and have to take emergency precautions to ensure that they are prepared for the onslaught.
Taking parts
Nov 28, 2012
By opting for a combination of new and refurbished trucks at its new DC, automotive components supplier, First Line, is enjoying cost benefits -without sacrificing productivity or safety
Palletforce is among leading lights recognised at industry awards
Nov 28, 2012
Palletforce, the UK palletised distribution network, has been Highly Commended in an awards ceremony that honours logistics leading lights.