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All key equipment sectors are covered, ranging from AGVs (Automated Guided Vehicles) ForkLift Trucks, Automated Storage Equipment, Conveyors and Sortation, Dock EquipmentOverhead Handling Equipment, Packaging and Labelling Solutions, Pallets & Containers,Transport and Distribution, Racking & Shelving as well as Trade Shows and Industry Events

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BYD showcases forklifts, charger at ProMat

1 BYD showcases forklifts, charger at ProMat

BYD showcased its lineup of forklifts and battery charger at ProMat, the largest industry expo for manufacturing, distribution and supply chain equipment.

Stock distress signals - 23 pointers that tell you why you need a WMS

2 Stock distress signals - 23 pointers that tell you why you need a WMS

By Alex Mills, Sales and Marketing Director, ProSKU.

Warehouse management systems (WMS) are used widely in larger organisations where stock and order volumes demand high levels of control.

Smaller companies, although they hold less stock and handle fewer orders, mostly experience the same problems when handling physical stock. But smaller companies tend, initially at least, to use products designed for stock control or inventory management. These are often modules provided as part of accounts or order processing systems.

Logistics Scotland Conference to host infrastructure minister

3 Logistics Scotland Conference to host infrastructure minister

Following the announcement of a £5 billion package of investment for Scotland’s infrastructure, logistics businesses from across the country will be keen to learn how the money is to be distributed to ensure that the country keeps trading efficiently in the years ahead.

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