Here are some of the things to be watching over the next year in the materials handling sector.

While final numbers won’t be available until after the show, attendance topped 2011’s figure as of noon on Wednesday, with well more than 30,000 attendees, including more than 1,000 walk up registrations.

While final numbers won’t be available until after the show, attendance topped 2011’s figure as of noon on Wednesday, with well more than 30,000 attendees, including more than 1,000 walk up registrations.

Cart can carry three times as much as standard pallets in picking, fulfillment and restocking applications.

High-output, advanced motors and other innovations are why Hamaco Industries Corporation (Booth 2615) is confident of strong growth in the U.S. market for its lift products.

To keep their line of NB mobile powered workstations up and running 24/7, Newcastle Systems (Booth 3859) introduced the new power swap system.

Ergologistics (Booth 115), manufacturer of the Lift'n Buddy two-wheeled, electric hand truck with integrated automatic lifting function, showcased new developments in its product line since its debut at ProMat two years ago, explained Aaron Lamb, president.

New network is designed to attract professionals under 40 to the industry.

New network for professionals under 40 is designed to bridge the gap between “generational personalities” in supply chain management.

This year, ProMat features three keynote presentations, each offering critical insights from experts into future developments in robotics, business and the supply chain.