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Regular inspection of storage equipment is essential to ensure employee safety
February 09, 2010
Around 10,000 work-related injuries were recorded in the warehousing, storage and road haulage sectors in 2005-06, according to figures from the Health and Safety Executive. It is a requirement of the HSE, as detailed in “Health & Safety in Wholesale and Retail Warehouses”, that racking and shelving storage systems must be installed, used and maintained correctly to protect against injuries.

3PL benefits from one-stop shop approach
February 16, 2010
“The fact that Jungheinrich could supply a full range of materials handling equipment and design and build our racking system was very attractive,” explains Chris Dare, Downton’s Warehouse General Manager.

Gehl Foods selects Westfalia high density automated storage & retrieval system for warehouse
February 15, 2010
Gehl Foods, Inc. has selected Westfalia Technologies, Inc. to design, build and install a High Density Automated Storage and Retrieval System (AS/RS) with Savanna.NET Warehouse Management Software.

Rapidshield makes distribution centre safer and more productive
February 08, 2010
The RapidShield team at Universal Highways have been working with a leading supermarket chain to revolutionize the way storage bay lines and safety symbols are applied in their distribution centres.

DC upgrade provides confectionery giant with sweet success
January 26, 2010
Cadbury, recently carried out a major upgrade of its Australian national distribution centre in Melbourne, resulting in a 20% productivity improvement to the automatic storage and retrieval crane system in its warehouse.

ADAPT & FLOW
January 12, 2010
BITO’s new ADAPTA-FLOW quickly turns static pallet racking into dynamic flow racks…and back again

BITO's broad range of products and services provides stability
December 01, 2009
During its 50th anniversary celebrations Bito-Lagertechnik Bittmann GmbH,was pleased to give an optimistic outlook despite the current difficult economic environment that is affecting the handling & storage industry.

BITO Celebrates 50th Anniversary
November 17, 2009
Bito-Lagertechnik Bittmann GmbH is celebrating 50 years of successful business in the handling & storage 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.

Mexx's DC delivers highly flexible and responsive order fulfilment
October 30, 2009
The system handles goods for a diverse range of store formats.

High density storage system
August 03, 2009
Dexion-PSS new satellite system outperforms all other high density storage systems

Witron is awarded large order from Switzerland
July 16, 2009
Migros will pick fully-automated in the future with Witron’s OPM system

Kroger’s third automated case picking system
June 02, 2009
In an effort to improve distribution efficiency and productivity, Kroger has once again turned to automation.

BITO extends RK series bins
April 06, 2009
BITO Storage Solutions has extended its RK series of plastic bins to include a new width option of 156 mm.

BITO racks up growth
March 10, 2009
Undeterred by the current economic climate, BITO has set a target to maintain this growth rate underpinned by the strength of its solutions.

More space and better handling for Toolbank
February 24, 2009
Toolbank installed a Penny Hydraulics Mezz Lift at its warehouse in Exeter to replace an inefficient conveyor system.

ERGO offers a quick and easy to configure storage solution
February 11, 2009
BITO has launched the ERGO modular storage system. An innovative, self-assembly storage system.

Alphason upgrades storage facility with Linpac
November 03, 2008
Alphason Designs have consolidated their warehouse and manufacturing operations into one enlarged facility in Wigan.

Linpac wins Tyrone Textiles London Olympics relocation business
November 02, 2008
Tyrone Textiles has awarded the contract for a new storage solution to Linpac Storage Systems.

Rack & Shelving Videos

APC Pallet Live Storage System
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Pallets loaded at the rear of the rack slowly roll toward the pick face as previously loaded pallets are picked.

High lifting LGV for warehouse racking
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High lifting LGV for warehouse racking with 9 metre reach capability and can manoeuvre in corridors with a 3 metre width.

Wild Robotic Ride!
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Rather him than me, I feel sick just watching it!

Adjustable Platform
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The adjustable platform positions operators at the optimum ergonomic height to perform assembly processes.

Rack & Shelving Research

Material Handling Glossary
Daifuku Europe
Industry terms & definitions

Getting to grips with manual handling
A short guide
This booklet explains the problems associated with manual handling and sets out best practice in dealing with them. The advice is intended for managers of small firms or similar organisations.

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Economic conditions drive companies to take a fresh look at their customs operations
March 04, 2010
During the current economic climate it is the ideal time for companies to review their operations with a view to reducing costs and an important part of this for an importer will be the landed cost of goods, including supply chain and related expenses.

Excise Movement and Control System
March 04, 2010
EMCS: When and how?

UKWA working with the Carbon Trust on ‘emissions toolkit’ for the warehousing industry
March 01, 2010
Warehouse owners are set to benefit from an ‘emissions toolkit’ that will help warehouse operators cut their carbon footprint and save on costs.

One small step for man, one giant leap for staff morale
February 22, 2010
A few subtle changes make all the difference, says business consultant. Sales are falling, communication is lacking and motivation is at a seasonal low. In other words, it’s February.

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