Modern Materials Handling - October 2, 2004
- Casebook Directory/ Case Studies
- Fixed Path
- Lifting device reduces injuries, doubles productivity
- Crossdocking puts goods on the fast track to store shelves
- AGVs do double duty at injection molding plant
- AGVs keep plastic bottle production in top shape
- Sorting system prevents jams
- Guided vehicles save $300,000 at Kraft
- Conveyors transport airport baggage at a fast pace
- Newspaper increases productivity with AGVs
- Information Systems
- Ink-jet and labeling systems identify broad product range
- Real-time tracking in real-cold environments
- RFID moves into distribution
- Simulation software eliminates pancake jams
- All eyes are on Dallas
- Accurate weighing boosts production rates
- Labeling system puts an end to shipping errors
- Lift Trucks
- Fast charger keeps lift truck batteries revved up
- Electric pallet trucks spice up warehouse efficiency
- Upgraded lift truck fleet improves productivity and operator morale
- Orderpickers win the war of words
- Automated fleet doubles throughput
- Floor space used to the max with very narrow aisle trucks
- Articulated trucks maneuver easily through narrow aisles at printing company
- Downtime nearly eliminated after switch to new fleet
- Packaging
- Stretch-hood system improves package integrity
- Collapsible containers save $70,000 annually
- Rigid crates reduce damage to fragile contents
- Automatic palletizers increase throughput 50%
- Rugged containers protect heavy auto parts
- Storage/Staging
- Efficient storage system energizes power plant
- Automated storage is the best prescription
- Semi-automated storage cuts retrieval time
- Flexible order fulfillment: the latest style for salons
- Utah automates storage to keep alcohol flowing
- Carousels cut order processing costs by almost 90%
- Orderpicking is ahead of schedule
- Decking meets fire code for safe record keeping
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