At a time of year when many warehouses are finding that they don’t have the resources onboard to effectively manage holiday demand, one materials handling expert is looking beyond the next few months to consider ongoing talent availability across the sector.
News,case studies and product information relating to material handling,supply chain and distribution.
All the latest news and views from the world of material handling, logistics, freight forwarding and distribution. This section of the site carries articles relating to new contract wins, product launches, opinion from the trade associations, government departments, research analysts, the vendor community as well as case studies of material handling integration projects across Europe.
All key equipment sectors are covered, ranging from AGVs (Automated Guided Vehicles) ForkLift Trucks, Automated Storage Equipment, Conveyors and Sortation, Dock Equipment, Overhead Handling Equipment, Packaging and Labelling Solutions, Pallets & Containers,Transport and Distribution, Racking & Shelving as well as Trade Shows and Industry Events.
Where are all the women? Warehouse management needs you
Oct 08, 2019
The news that UKWA (United Kingdom Warehousing Association) has appointed a new female Board Chair, Nicola Ridges-Jones, who understands the contribution the supply chain and logistics industry makes to online business, represents a huge win on many levels.
Walker helping online retailers to slash their use of plastic packaging
Oct 08, 2019
Walker Logistics has eliminated the use of plastic-based void-fill materials in over 90 per cent of the orders that it processes at its Berkshire-based multi-client fulfilment facility.
Commonly used void fillers such as plastic bubble-wrap, air-filled protective cushions and polystyrene chips have been replaced by environmentally friendly packaging material which Walker produces on-site by recycling its clients’ own in-bound transit packaging.
New iForce warehouse brings 350 jobs to Corby
Oct 08, 2019
iForce, an Eddie Stobart company specialising in e-fulfilment, has opened a new state-of-art facility in Geddington Road, Corby, to support the businesses growth agenda.
New wide-load bagging machine boosts flexibility for growing e-commerce businesses
Oct 08, 2019
With e-commerce continuing to grow year on year, along with ever-changing customer requirements, Automated Packaging Systems has launched the the Autobag 600 and Autobag 650.....
Prometeon and GreenRoad sign a partnership agreement to help fleets drive safer and to achieve more efficient operations
Oct 08, 2019
Prometeon Tyre Group has signed a partnership agreement with GreenRoad, a leading provider of fleet drivers’ safety, and performance solutions to maximize their operational efficiency.
Doosan reveals uplift to warehouse truck range
Oct 08, 2019
Doosan, the manufacturer of robust high performance forklift trucks, has launched a major upgrade programme for its high-performance warehouse truck range, starting with the introduction at IMHX 2019 of new enhanced models in the stacker and powered pallet truck ranges.
NextShift Robotics announces interface connection to SVT Robotics software platform
Oct 08, 2019
NextShift Robotics has announced a new interface connection with SVT Robotics, provider of a universal software platform that minimises the labour and expense involved in integrating robotic solutions with business systems.
Switch to Teletruk technology helps MKM make the most of its outside space
Oct 08, 2019
With 63 sites from Aberdeen to Devon and new facilities opening all the time, MKM Building Supplies is one of the UK’s largest and fastest growing chains of builders’ merchants.
Route planning and fleet management key to a successful delivery operation
Oct 08, 2019
Route planning and fleet management are key to a successful delivery operation, according to the recently appointed Logistics Director of two-man, white-glove specialist Panther Warehousing.
