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Modern Materials Handling - October 02, 2001
Casebook Directory
Data Capture
Retailer automates packing process
Fixed Path
AGVs move sheet steel for DaimlerChrysler
Workstation cranes, lifters ease handling
Airline repair parts fly on a monorail system
Hoists, cranes raise roof on productivity
AGV retrofit reduces costs for P&G
Remote control safety
Yard/Plant
Ceiling fans cool down a very hot plant
Over/under workstation eases seat assembly
Casebook Directory/ Case Studies
Data Capture
Inventory control system tracks tooling
RF tags pinpoint vehicle locations for Ford
Software manages online grocer's order picking
WMS trims labor costs for Panasonic
From port to auto dealer in 90 days
Kohler cuts data capture time 80%
Fixed Path
Quiet rollers last longer
Vacuum lifter eases assembly tasks
Simulation proves out sortation strategy
Vertical conveyors are built for heavy duty
Cross belt sorter speeds up Timberland's orders
Controls add to performance
Adjustable conveyors speed changeovers
Tech Data gears up for growth with automation
Lift Trucks
Lift Truck Selection Guide
Forklifts foster high efficiency in new DC
Handle long poles? No problem
GM Canada deploys fast-charge technology
Narrow-aisle sideloader has rack-to-truck capability
AC-drive electric pallet trucks do heavy duty
Narrow-aisle truck does double duty
Forklifts load fresh salad products fast
Forklift fleet cuts distributor's costs
Sealed batteries cut down on labor, maintenance
Aerial lift with obstruction sensor finds a home
Forklift battery keeps going and going
Packaging
Off-line printing shines at Sunnyside
Shrink wrappers: cool move for ice cream maker
Stretch wrappers protect grocer's pallet loads
Sargento's stretchwrapper speeds output
Specialized packaging protects PCs for Gateway
Storage/Staging
Redesigned DC packs more into smaller footprint
Wines age well in wire containers
Racks get cushy job
AS/RS serves as automated library
Mezzanine triples Ethan Allen DC space
Carousels, NA rack revitalize KaVo America
Rack supplier re-engineers DC
Vertical carousels save space, offer flexibility
New DC handles 30 million items a year
Horizontal carousels hike picking efficiency
Tool crib system organizes items efficiently
Carousels improve picking efficiency
Carousels give a big lift to Boeing C-17 project
Systems concept improves throughput
Unit load AS/RS systems buffer WIP
Yard/Plant
Knockout doors stamp out damage at USPS
Dock upgrade improves shipping efficiency
Near miss leads to dock safety upgrades
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