Parcel automation delivers on two fronts for 3PL
September 6, 2023
Third-party logistics company iForce deployed an automated packaging solution to provide the speed and labor efficiencies needed to keep up with new picking automation, while the solution’s carton right-sizing also improves the customer experience.
13th-annual Lift Truck Issue: Make the most of your fleet
August 15, 2023
This marks the 13th year we’ve focused the majority of this issue on the latest technology and best practice developments revolving around the steadfast workhorse of the materials handling market, the lift truck.
NA and VNA trucks: Jumping on the narrow aisle trend
August 15, 2023
It seems so many roads lead to smaller warehouse footprints, increased storage density and flexibility to meet order fulfillment needs. Narrow aisle and very narrow aisle trucks are addressing these needs while maximizing operator safety and trust while working at elevated heights.
60 Seconds with Steve Harrington, Industry Liaison at the National Center for Supply Chain Automation
August 14, 2023
Modern's editor sat down with Steve Harrington to discuss the National Center for Supply Chain Automation.
Managing for lift truck operator safety
August 14, 2023
Sure, lift truck operators are on the front lines of safe operation, but having a strong safety program takes plenty of management involvement as well. Importance of forklift safety programs.
Labels for those really, really, really tough apps
August 14, 2023
Not every label carries only a bar code. Others that must survive the life of the product also have critical part data and even safety precautions. Here’s how one company has made meeting these demands its mission.
Narrow aisle success: Think systems, then trucks
July 31, 2023
Lift truck OEMs offer various trucks suited to narrow aisle and very narrow aisle (VNA) layouts, but it pays to analyze all factors before focusing on specific trucks.
Technology & Innovation Issue: Transformation inspiration
July 12, 2023
So, if you’re looking for transformation inspiration, then July is your month.
60 Seconds With Maxim Khabur, MHI’s Advanced Energy Council
July 10, 2023
Modern's editor sat down with Maxim Khabur, Marketing Director of MHI's Advanced Energy Council to discuss the council and new emerging energy technologies.
2023 Virtual Summit: Orchestration front & center
June 13, 2023
Keep an eye open for your personal virtual summit invitation coming soon—this is solid advice you’ll want to put to work.
Standing at the intersection of pallets & automated equipment
June 12, 2023
As more companies invest in warehouse automation, the ones that select and design their pallets early in the game are coming out winners.
Ergonomics as a retention factor
June 7, 2023
In tough times for attracting operators, having a fleet with operator- and application-appropriate comfort factors can help.
The beauty of integrated pack and ship
June 7, 2023
Sam’s Beauty doubles order fulfillment productivity with an integrated pack and ship system and software.
60 Seconds with Brian Feehan, President of Industrial Truck Association (ITA)
June 7, 2023
Our editor sat down with Brian Feehan, President of Industrial Truck Association (ITA) to discuss the association and National Forklift Safety Day
Robotics: Enthusiasm is translating into investment
May 15, 2023
This issue was designed to be a bit of a primer, a push to inspire those readers who’ve been on the fence, but are now moving forward on their plans to evaluate and apply some level of robotics and automation into their operations.
Materials handling robot basics
May 11, 2023
Are you ready? It’s time. Here’s a very short course on what robots can do and why you need to consider them to be part of your materials handling mix going forward. Warehouse Robotics Basics. Learn about the basics of robotics in the warehouse and distribution center.
60 Seconds with Kevin Barker of A3 Motion Control
May 10, 2023
Modern's editor sat down with Kevin Barker, President of A3 Motion Control and Motors Technology Strategy Board to discuss warehouse automation. Warehouse automation and integration interview with Kevin Barker of A3 Motion Control
Lift truck computing: Practicality reigns supreme
May 10, 2023
New operating systems and form factors aside, forklift computing gear needs to match conditions and save time for operators.
Automated packaging lets opportunity flower
May 9, 2023
FloraCraft’s implementation of robotic, automated end-of-line packaging solutions gave it the throughput and cost efficiencies it needed to capitalize on growth opportunities.
60 Seconds with Aileen Ryan, president of RAIN Alliance
April 6, 2023
Modern's staff sat down with Aileen Ryan, President of RAIN Alliance to discuss RAIN Alliance and RFID in the warehouse.