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Jungheinrich provides ASRS solution for Güde
Automated small parts warehouse solution for Güde will use two Jungheinrich STC storage and retrieval machines, with 12,480 container storage locations in two aisles.

ISM Semiannual report indicates continued economic output into 2024
For manufacturing, ISM is estimating a 5.6% revenue gain in 2024; while ISM member panelists are calling for 2024 services-based economy revenues to increase 6.9% in 2024.

Automated storage on the move into 2024
From traditional storage units to ultra-density storage grid systems, automated storage offers new capabilities and a different return on investment than in the past.

What’s new in totes, bins and containers?
From the relatively mundane to the truly innovative, totes, bins and containers are continuously receiving upgrades to make them better suited to the job at hand.

Bulk bins at GM get a makeover
Sustainability was an issue for the automaker, but bins with higher levels of recycled plastic were just a design change away.

Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits selects Westfalia Technologies for automated storage
Project at Las Vegas, DC, for an automated reserve storage system to begin in 2024, with a design based on four storage and retrieval machines (SRMs). The system will also leverage Westfalia's software.

Manufacturing output stays flat from October to November, notes ISM
The November PMI came in 0.5% below the 12-month average of 47.2, with September 2023 marking the high for that period, at 49.0, and June 2023, at 46.0, marking the lowest.

KPI Solutions announces partnership with Movu Robotics
New alliance combines robotics with advanced operational design and implementation expertise, to optimize warehouse operations and boost productivity.

Beckhoff cuts lead times through warehouse investments including AS/RS
A newly automated warehouse for Beckhoff USA features an AS/RS from OPEX Corp., which enables the company to stock more inventory and ship product faster.

Exotec adds Bastian Solutions as newest regional integrator in North America
Bastian Solutions and Exotec are already successfully working on a robotic installation for a leading sports equipment company. The site is currently expected to be delivered in 2024.

Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits launches Ankaa Global Logistics
Wholly-owned subsidiary to offer storage, logistics and distribution solutions. Ankaa’s mission is to provide seamless vertical integration solutions for beverage alcohol suppliers that are efficient, transparent, and differentiated, the company said.

AR Racking joins Global Cold Chain Alliance
Through the partnership, AR Racking will promote cold chain logistics in Latin America and help to strengthen food safety in the region.

CBRE report highlights mixed Q3 industrial real estate directions
CBRE found that third quarter construction starts saw a 37% decline, from the second quarter to the third quarter.

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Mild gains for September retail sales, Commerce and NRF data show
Commerce reported a gain of 0.7% over August, while NRF sales data increased 0.5% on a seasonally-adjusted basis over August.

Van Meter: Saving space while increasing throughput
Vertical lift modules take center stage in Van Meter’s Iowa distribution center.

Van Meter optimizes with vertical lift modules (VLMs)
Vertical lift modules save space, reduce travel and speed goods in distributor’s Iowa distribution center.

A solution to just about any challenge
Over the past 10 years, the editorial team at Modern has worked hard to plan theme issues that dive deeper into the state of the modern lift truck.

ALAN issues update on logistics aid efforts for Maui fires disaster
American Logistics Aid Network continues to coordinate logistics aid via its micro-site, while also creating disaster specific group, the Hawai’i VOAD Voluntary Organizations Active In Disasters (VOAD)

Mitsubishi Logisnext Americas building new facility to meet demand for electric lift trucks
With a total floor area of 73,000 square feet, the new facility in Houston will expand Logisnext’s current electric manufacturing capabilities by serving as a dedicated fabrication space for in-house welding and painting of masts and frames.


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