Overhead Material Handling
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White Arrow Logistics selects Amethyst Systems for Warehousing IT Solution December 19, 2011 Contract warehousing specialist White Arrow Logistics has chosen South West-based software developers Amethyst Systems to provide the IT system for a new warehouse management solution for one of the largest food retailers and manufacturers in the UK. Cargotec's new Hiab Multilift XR18S - Pro Future(TM) hooklift optimises energy and operating efficiency November 30, 2011 Cargotec has introduced the new Hiab Multilift XR18S - Pro Future hooklift with state-of-the-art features. The new hooklift used on a three-axle truck offers substantial improvements in payload, speed, fuel and emissions. Legal firm streamlines mail handling with Neopost October 19, 2011 Neopost has supplied Liverpool-based legal firm Goldsmith Williams with a number of mailroom solutions designed to streamline the incoming and outgoing mail process. Safe materials handling for chemical and other hazardous environments April 06, 2011 The J D Neuhaus company have a long established reputation for the supply of safe, reliable, low-maintenance handling equipment for chemical and other industries subject to hazardous environments. Lifting equipment INDEVA for cardboard boxes with 90° rotation November 24, 2010 This INDEVA features a gripping tool (end effector) equipped with vacuum cups suitable for boxes of different sizes. Taking the medicine May 31, 2010 Patheon is a provider of contract development and commercial manufacturing services to the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. The company produces over 700 products - including a number of the world’s top selling prescription drugs - for a wide range of blue-chip clients. Bringing continuous improvement to the warehouse process with "Business Process Intelligence" March 09, 2010 NORD Smart Solutions:Tailor-made drive solutions with extra service July 23, 2010 Drive manufacturer NORD DRIVESYSTEMS offers individual "Smart Solutions" for drive applications across all areas of industry. INEX trusts Witron expertise for big new distribution centre November 03, 2009 INEX Partners Oy, the logistics service provider of the S Group, has commissioned general contractor Witron Logistik + Informatik from Parkstein in Germany to realise material handling equipment to a big new 53,000 m2 distribution centre. Savoye automates French clothing giant Kiabi October 05, 2009 Savoye Logistics has been chosen by the French clothing giant, Kiabi, to supply a complete automated solution for its new Lauwin-Planque site in Northern France. Thorough examination and testing of load handling equipment May 11, 2009 The main legal requirement is that all equipment should be subjected to what is known as a regular Statutory Thorough Examination (STE). New ZX88 modular hoists go into production April 07, 2009 The latest hoist model to enter production at Street Crane Company is the ZX88. At 25 tonnes safe working load, this is the largest model in the ZX6-8 range. Time to join the revolution October 06, 2008 The logistics sector is equivalent in size to that of manufacturing and construction, yet it gets only a tenth of the public funding available for the training and development of its people. Daifuku Europe Launches New Website March 25, 2008 New Site Offers Case Studies, Video Demonstrations and In-Depth Product Information For Manufacturing & Distribution, Cleanroom and Automotive Business Lines. A continuously driving fixture January 26, 2008 Some of the most demanding customers for a company like OCS are found in the automotive industry. Paint line automation for the small wood shop January 27, 2008 How to double your production output within your existing space.

Health and Safety Legislation - Handling and Lifting Equipment White Paper Health and safety legislation means that handling and lifting equipment is now required to take on jobs that, previously, were often carried out manually. Overhead Handling Videos Wild Robotic Ride! VIDEO - YourLogisticsTV.com Rather him than me, I feel sick just watching it! Material Handling System: Crane Video YouTube.com Han-Tek, Inc. Material Handling System Crane and Box Car designed by Han-Tek. Automated Crane Video YouTube.com This short video shows just how how accurate an automated crane solution can be. Training & Research Material Handling Glossary Daifuku Europe Industry terms & definitions Vacuum Lifters and Manipulators White paper Vacuum lifting devices and workstation cranes are leading ergonomic solutions that promote worker safety and productivity. Quick Diary Dates LogiCon 2012 7- 9th February 2012 -Amsterdam, Netherlands MODEX 2012 -Supply Chain 6-9th February 2012 -Atlanta,GA ,USA Logistics Link South 2012 21st-22nd February 2012- Esher,Surrey Ipack-Ima 2012 (Packaging,Material Handling) 28th Feb-3rd March 2012, Milan, Italy Transport Week 2012 6-8 March 2012 • Gdansk,Poand LogiMAT 2012 13 - 15 March 2012, New Stuttgart Trade Fair Centre SITL Europe 2012 27th to 30th March 2012 - Paris LogiPharma Europe 2012 24th – 26th April 2012 -Geneva, Switzerland MHEA Bulk Handling Conference 2012 16th-17th May 2012 -Forest Pines Hotel,Lincolnshire More events... Sponsored Links Transport Distribution Europe Magazine (TDE) If you’re involved in the exciting and mission-critical world of transport and distribution, make sure you subscribe to Transport Distribution Europe Magazine (TDE) aimed at fleet and transport professionals just like you. YourLogisticsTV.com The worlds only video portal for material handling & logistics videos! IT Reseller Magazine Provides real-time IT Channel technology news and education material updated throughout the business day for corporate managers and hi-tech professionals. Manufacturing & Logistics IT Magazine Europe's leading business magazine and website dedicated to the use of technology in manufacturing and the supply chain.