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Automation Resources
Amazon.com to acquire Kiva Systems
Posted 03/19 · 08:55 PM · MMH Editorial
Amazon.com, Inc. has announced that it has reached an agreement to acquire Kiva Systems, a developer of mobile-robotic solutions that automate eCommerce order fulfillment and warehouse operations, for $775 million.
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Intelligrated expands Dallas-based regional operation
Posted 03/19 · 06:29 PM · MMH Editorial
Intelligrated, a leading North American-owned automated material handling solutions provider, has announced the relocation of its Dallas-based southwest regional operations to expanded facilities in Coppell, Texas.
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Automation: TGW moves from cost cutting to growth
Posted 03/16 · 09:49 AM · MMH Editorial
TGW Systems sees a mind-shift in the market and that's good for automation
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CEMA: Conveyor industry North American shipments break record in 2011
Posted 03/14 · 10:51 AM · MMH Editorial
The Conveyor Equipment Manufacturers Association estimates that shipments totaled $8.502 billion for 2011, an increase of $1.86 billion from 2010 shipments of $6.642 billion.
Arkema elected new president of CEMA
Posted 03/14 · 10:46 AM · MMH Editorial
The Conveyor Equipment Manufacturers Association also elected officers at it's annual meeting.
Automation: At Dematic, customer service leads to growth
Posted 03/13 · 12:00 AM · MMH Editorial
A focus on the customer has led the way over the last several years
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Conveyors & Sorters: Final thoughts on CEMA
Posted 03/12 · 04:10 PM · MMH Editorial
The conveyor industry is evolving and that’s a good thing
Conveyors & Sorters: Weather report for the economy
Posted 03/11 · 08:28 AM · MMH Editorial
Look for a sunny 2012 with clouds forming in 2013 in the conveyors and sortation market.
Conveyors & Sorters: Let the good times ... Convey
Posted 03/10 · 05:12 PM · MMH Editorial
The Conveyor Equipment Manufacturers Association (CEMA) sorts out the numbers
Automation: Don’t forget the basics
Posted 03/06 · 05:35 AM · MMH Editorial
Even in the best of DCs, the little things can trip you up.
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