Modern Materials Handling Magazine Archives

At its Hannover, Germany, facility, e-commerce logistics provider Arvato SCM Solutions is using pouch sortation technology to speed orders to market and dramatically reduce its returns processing time for a fashion leader.

Arvato’s distribution center streamlines returns handling and timely order fulfillment

A look at how software is playing an increasingly important role in the smooth running of the world’s end-to-end logistics operations.

There is a lot to like about robotics as a means of automating DCs. The tricky questions around robotics are not will they catch on, because they are, but what types of robotics will best suit an operation, and how will they interact with traditional automation and human labor?

Innovation in the design, functionality and maintenance of conveyors and sortation systems is changing the fundamentals of distribution to meet unprecedented demands.

Modern Materials Handling editors sat down with Kevin Reader, Executive director, MHI Solutions Community to talk about the Solutions Community and the technologies changing the Materials Handling Industry

Air force base reclaims space further shortening response time for critical logistical support operations.

On-demand packaging saves warehouse space and increases production and service levels.

Distributor climbs from manual to automated operations while reducing errors and elevating productivity.

Dimensioning app uses mobile phone’s internal sensors to accurately determine parcel volume.

Increasing density, storage locations and efficiency requires harmony between racking, processes and forklift equipment.