Global packaging machinery demand to grow 4.5% annually through 2023
February 24, 2020
A new Freedonia Group analysis projects healthy 4.5% annual growth for the global packaging machinery market through 2023, driven by global increases in manufacturing activity, rising mechanization in developing countries, and high-value sales of state-of-the-art equipment in affluent markets.
WiM and AME launch reciprocal member program
February 24, 2020
The Women in Manufacturing Association (WiM) and the Association for Manufacturing Excellence (AME) have announced a reciprocal membership partnership, providing members the unique opportunity to join both industry-leading associations.
Former CICMHE president elected to National Academy of Engineering
February 24, 2020
Meller receives among the highest professional distinctions awarded to an engineer.
Modex 2020: Tips and tricks for navigating the show
February 24, 2020
The answers to some frequently asked questions about Modex 2020.
ProGMA announces the publication of ANSIMH31.1-2019
February 21, 2020
The Protective Guarding Manufacturers Association (ProGMA), an industry group of MHI, has published an American National Standard to address performance and testing of steel mesh containment panels used in pallet rack and vertical storage system applications.
Are you ready for some NextGen Technologies?
February 21, 2020
This year's conference will focus on digital transformation, supply chain software, robotics and AI, geared for the senior level supply chain manager.
AWESOME announces 2020 recipients of AWE MIT fellowship
February 21, 2020
This is the second year AWESOME and the MIT Center for Transportation and Logistics have partnered on the Advancing Women through Education (AWE) Fellowship.
Association partnerships endorse Pack Expo East
February 21, 2020
The Association Partner Program returns to Pack Expo East (March 3-5, 2020; Pennsylvania Convention Center, Philadelphia) with many familiar faces and a few new key organizations.
Plug Power partners with Lightning Systems to build zero-emission “middle-mile” delivery solution
February 21, 2020
Hydrogen fuel cell-powered Class 6 electric trucks manufactured to service the logistics industry
Material Handling Systems (MHS) acquires OCM
February 20, 2020
OCM provides specialized sortation system technologies and systems integration services to leading international courier and warehouse & distribution logistics companies.
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OPEX® Robotic Warehouse Solutions on Display at MODEX 2020
February 20, 2020
OPEX Corporation will be prominently featured at the MODEX conference on March 9-12, 2020, at the Georgia World Conference Center in Atlanta, GA.
Vision 2025 Report indicates CPG/OEM partnership more critical than ever
February 19, 2020
PACK EXPO East offers ideal space to cultivate relationships
PMMI welcomes diverse Executive Committee
February 19, 2020
Andersen poised to be first female chairperson in PMMI history
UniCarriers Americas to host 2nd Forklift Industry Summit
February 19, 2020
UniCarriers Americas Corporation (UCA) announced today its plans to host the second Forklift Industry Summit from May 11-14, 2020, at the Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center.
RIA announces 2020 Board of Directors
February 19, 2020
New and returning industry professionals pledge to guide and support the robotics industry in a time of rapid growth.
Accenture acquires technology consultancy Icon Integration
February 19, 2020
Clients to benefit from addition of specialized supply chain and business intelligence capabilities which help to lower operational costs and improve performance.
National Academy of Engineering elects Russell D. Meller
February 17, 2020
Meller recognized for his contributions to engineering in large-scale distribution design and operations methodology
Commerce and NRF report January retail sales start 2020 with growth
February 14, 2020
Commerce reported that January retail sales—at $529.8 billion—were 0.2% ahead of December’s revised $528.4 billion and were up 0.3% annually. NRF reported that January retail sales rose 0.2% on a seasonally adjusted basis over December and were up 2.7% unadjusted on an annual basis.
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Dematic Powers the Future of Commerce with Commercial Launch of Micro-Fulfillment Solution
February 13, 2020
Intralogistics innovator Dematic announced the commercial availability of its micro-fulfillment solution, designed to help retailers across industries address increased consumer demand for rapid online order fulfillment in a small footprint.
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February 13, 2020
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