Latest Warehouse News
Leaders Q & A with Bryan Ferguson: Resurgence of RFID technology
Productivity amplified: RFID's resurgence and it's impact on material handling
Mallard Manufacturing joins the MacLean-Fogg family of companies
Founded in 1960, Mallard Manufacturing provides custom gravity flow storage solutions.
Ergonomics update: Hearing protection in the warehouse
Warehouses and DCs turn their focus to protecting workers’ hearing and dimming the noise within the four walls.
Parcel handling on the move
Between the variety of packages and heavy volumes, parcel handling can be daunting. However, it’s manageable—especially with the help of automation.
An inside look at picking technologies
From pick-to-light to the most advanced robotics, picking technologies are rapidly changing order fulfillment.
New packaging idea for the cold chain
In case you missed it, there doesn’t have to be any plastic involved to protect perishables from temperature variation during shipment. Here’s how it’s done.
April manufacturing output recedes after growing in March
The April PMI is 1.5% above the 12-month average of 47.7, with March’s 50.3 marking the high over that period and June 2023 marking the lowest, at 46.4.
Q1 sees a solid finish with strong U.S.-bound import growth, notes S&P Global Market Intelligence
March imports, at 2.489 million TEU (Twenty-Foot Equivalent Units), posted a 16% annual gain, and first quarter imports, at 7.537 million TEU, rose 15% annually, amid various supply chain disruptions.
AutoStore to launch U.S. headquarters in greater Boston region
Over 100 new jobs will be introduced to the region with the establishment of the new headquarters in Salem, New Hampshire
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Latest Technology News
Kenco to install an AutoStore system at its Jeffersonville, Ind., DC
With systems integration partner KPI Solutions, Kenco’s new automated storage and retrieval system will shorten click-to-delivery times for the 3PL’s eCommerce customers starting this summer
Schneider Electric rolling out WMS and TMS solutions from Manhattan Associates at scale
Manhattan Active Supply Chain, which refers to the combination of Manhattan Active WM and Manhattan Active TM, will be implemented in over 20 distribution centers. Additionally, Schneider Electric plans to deploy Manhattan Active TM across a further 200+ operational sites.
Tom Panzarella appointed Chief Technology Officer at Seegrid
As CTO for the provider of autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) for materials handling, Panzarella will lead Seegrid’s technology innovation and product development.
Boscov’s: Speed regained in retail distribution
A complete modernization of the sortation and conveyance at Boscov’s DC, along with updated software and a new order processing area, have transformed the ability of the department store chain’s DC to move more cartons in…
Fox Robotics and KION NA announce strategic partnership
Company collaboration scales supply chain for FoxBot ATL, establishes nationwide service and support network for autonomous forklifts
Parcel handling on the move
Between the variety of packages and heavy volumes, parcel handling can be daunting. However, it’s manageable—especially with the help of automation.
An inside look at picking technologies
From pick-to-light to the most advanced robotics, picking technologies are rapidly changing order fulfillment.
Comau’s Advanced Solutions Drive The Benefits Of Automation For Diversified Industries
Over the years, Comau has increasingly focused on implementing key technology enablers that transform conventional robotics into advanced robotics.
Toyota Industries Corporation launches Toyota Automated Logistics Group to house acquired companies
Toyota Industries Corporation (TICO) has launched Toyota Automated Logistics Group (TALG) to house its existing subsidiary, Toyota L&F, alongside the companies it acquired in 2017 (Bastian Solutions and Vanderlande) and 2022 (viastore).
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Latest Lifts & Equipment News
ALAN opens nominations for 2024 Humanitarian Logistics Awards
The American Logistics Aid Network (ALAN) has officially opened nominations for its eighth annual Humanitarian Logistics Awards
Tom Panzarella appointed Chief Technology Officer at Seegrid
As CTO for the provider of autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) for materials handling, Panzarella will lead Seegrid’s technology innovation and product development.
Fox Robotics and KION NA announce strategic partnership
Company collaboration scales supply chain for FoxBot ATL, establishes nationwide service and support network for autonomous forklifts
Parcel handling on the move
Between the variety of packages and heavy volumes, parcel handling can be daunting. However, it’s manageable—especially with the help of automation.
Where rack meets automation
Order profiles are changing, and that means your rack should, too.
Toyota Industries Corporation launches Toyota Automated Logistics Group to house acquired companies
Toyota Industries Corporation (TICO) has launched Toyota Automated Logistics Group (TALG) to house its existing subsidiary, Toyota L&F, alongside the companies it acquired in 2017 (Bastian Solutions and Vanderlande) and 2022 (viastore).
Vehicle-mounted computers: Beyond rugged
The traditional vehicle-mounted computer has always had to stand up to harsh operating conditions, now communications flexibility and data insights are also part of these solutions.
Autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) offer modern solution to challenges of traditional farming
Farming technology start-up Hippo Harvest is using AMRs to make greenhouse farming as accessible and productive as outdoor farming.
Hyster-Yale Group provides students with real-world AI experience in 2024 Kellogg Design Challenge
Representatives from HYG and Northwestern University judged submissions from 16 teams of MBA and engineering students in multi-stage innovation competition.
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Latest Blog Posts
Vehicle-mounted computers: Beyond rugged
The traditional vehicle-mounted computer has always had to stand up to harsh operating conditions, now communications flexibility and data insights are also part of these solutions.
New packaging idea for the cold chain
In case you missed it, there doesn’t have to be any plastic involved to protect perishables from temperature variation during shipment. Here’s how it’s done.
Learn from lift truck service history
How capturing data about service events drives a virtuous circle back to operator coaching opportunities and better-informed equipment choices.
Two voices of reason on pallet materials
A wooden pallet manufacturer and university professor bring some nice balance to the discussion about pallet materials this Earth Day.
60 Seconds with Bob Trebilcock, outgoing executive editor, Modern Materials Handling
We sat down with our own Bob Trebilcock to discuss the industry as he steps away from the editorial role.
The reBound Podcast: How Pitney-Bowes is innovating with autonomous vehicles.
On this episode, PBs SVP of operations excellence and collaborative innovation discusses why and how the leader in global shipping and mailing is integrating autonomous trucks into its fleet.
Packaging Corner: Be open to change
Not every tote or container solution is off-the-shelf. That’s where a partnership can deliver out-sized results.
60 Seconds with Robert Martichenko of American Logistics Aid Network
Modern's editor sat down with Robert to discuss different efforts by ALAN to help disaster relief efforts.
The reBound Podcast: Looking for talent in all the right places: How Essendant is revolutionizing recruitment
On this episode, Tim Engstrom, SVP of supply chain at Essendant, discusses a new approach to recruiting overlooked talent on the line and building supply chain leaders of the future.
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