Empire Merchants: Serving Gotham
After consolidating two wine and spirits distributors and upgrading a distribution center in Brooklyn, Empire Merchants is handling 75% more volume and preparing for tomorrow's growth.
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Sorting it out at Empire Merchants
A high-speed sortation system speeds up to 8,000 cases per hour during peak times through Empire Merchants' wine and spirits distribution center.
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Overhead bridge crane systems: Handling with care
A residential window glass supplier uses an overhead lifting solution to reduce handling time and increase safety and efficiency.
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The rise of the plastic pallet
With more companies leveraging their benefits and leasing options gaining ground, plastic pallets have steadily increased market share in many supply chains.
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Information management: Managing manufacturing with MES
After years of looking for a market, manufacturing execution software systems are finding their stride.
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Reverse logistics: Going in reverse to move forward
The reverse logistics process is as important as forward logistics. With the right software and steps in place, you can make the most of what comes back your way.
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Warehousing/Distribution Centers Supplement: Voice broadens its horizons
Over the last five years, voice technology went from "bleeding edge" to "leading edge--to ultimately joining the ranks of other affordable, reliable technologies for use in picking operations. Here's where it's going and how it's being applied by two savvy DC managers.
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