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Rethinking racking
From materials shortages to labor shortages, the racking industry is helping customers make the most of their cube.

Windows sunset still unfolding
Android-based mobile computing choices include tablets for off-the-truck flexibility, with Android-based VMUs also seen as a solid option.

Equipment leasing index for March shows gains in volumes
The Equipment Leasing and Finance Association’s (ELFA) Monthly Leasing and Finance Index (MLFI-25) for March saw business volume up 14% year-over-year, 49% month-to-month

Improving productivity and efficiency of online order fulfillment
Total Wine knew they needed an ergonomic solution to help improve their Team Members’ picking efficiencies and Cannon Equipment developed a custom picking cart that exceeded their initial goals.

Maximizing plastic pallet usefulness
Durability and long life is a great combination for plastic pallets. But are you doing what you can to maximize both? Here are some thoughts on options worth considering.

Remote lift truck operation as fleet strategy
Technology that allows for remote operation promises to expand on the available pool of qualified lift truck operators and bring other benefits like helping companies flex human resources to meet demand surges.

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Flexcon showcases new heavy-duty, fast-draining automation totes
Flexcon Container (Booth B7411) is debuting its new line of automation totes that have already saved its clients millions in fire suppression equipment costs in addition to solving their materials handling problems.

MHI Annual Industry Report released at Modex 2022
Nearly 80% of supply chain leaders say their digital transformation has accelerated due to the pandemic, according to an industry report released today by MHI in collaboration with Deloitte.

OneCharge and Combilift announce battery alliance
OneCharge (Booth C6085) and Combilift USA (Booth B7747) announced a strategic partnership Monday in which OneCharge is supplying Combilift with advanced lithium motive power solutions for its customers and its network.

Frazier exhibits its Wire Screen
On Tuesday afternoon, Frazier Industrial Company (Booth B9619) displayed its Wire Screen, along with other rack solutions.

Rite-Hite features various smart controls and sensors
Rite-Hite (Booth B7419) is displaying a variety of smart controls and sensors that connect the company’s loading dock and in-plant equipment with its Opti-Vu smart data and analytics platform.

Orbis exhibits Odyssey plastic pallet
Orbis Corporation (Booth B8419) is showcasing the 40 x 48-inch Odyssey pallet

Jungheinrich hosts media event, showcases AGVs
On Tuesday, Jungheinrich (Booth B8819) held a media event with a variety of product demonstrations.

Gorbel showcases warehouse and overhead solutions product lines
Gorbel Inc. (Booth B3224) is showcasing its full range of customer solutions at Modex this week.

Hannibal announces its five steps in warehouse execution
All week long, Hannibal, a NUCOR Company (Booth B4224) is describing the five steps in warehouse execution it can now provide to its clients.

SpaceGuard launches robotic automation guarding solution
SpaceGuard Products (Booth B6629) launched a new guarding solution for robotic automation systems, dubbed RageWire, on Monday at a booth press conference.

Tompkins Robotics introduces tSort3D
At a press conference on Monday, Tompkins Robotics (Booth B7240) revealed its tSort3D, among other products.

Maximizing Distribution Center Velocity
Today’s consumer is becoming increasingly comfortable with buying everything from furniture to clothing to groceries online. And, most are shopping online for not only convenience, but for speed of delivery.

MODEX lookout: the value of autonomous handoffs between systems
There are sure to be some interesting autonomous mobile robot designs and features to learn about at MODEX, but what really perks my interest are integrated workflows that unite robotics with other forms of automation, with fewer manual scans or system inputs needed.


May 2024 Modern Materials Handling

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 less time, while permitting more frequent replenishment shipment for stores.

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Materials Handling Robotics: The new world of heterogeneous robotic integration
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2023 Automation Study: Usage & Implementation of Warehouse/DC Automation Solutions
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Warehousing Outlook 2023
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2023 is here, and so are new warehousing trends.
Extend the Life of Brownfield Warehouses
Extend the Life of Brownfield Warehouses
Today’s robotic and data-driven automation systems can minimize disruptions and improve the life and productivity of warehouse operations.
Power Supply in Overhead Cranes: Energy Chains vs. Festoons
Power Supply in Overhead Cranes: Energy Chains vs. Festoons
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