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The latest trends in materials handling storage systems and technologies including storage shelving, racks, pallets, containers and carousels.


Stemilt Growers implements automated storage for its new DC
Productivity has risen considerably, as quality inspectors can now inspect 40 pallets an hour.

Wildkamp’s VBMs save space and increase efficiency
The 36-foot-tall VBMs are controlled by inventory management software.

Distributor gains efficiencies with new DC, racking and mezzanine
Distributor of first-responder supplies outfits new DC with a custom-painted, two-level catwalk archive racking system with a 12,385-square-foot mezzanine deck on the third level.

Hänel Storage Systems announces relocation of U.S. headquarters
Hänel announced that it will relocate its US headquarters to a new facility in Warrendale, Pa.

Llamasoft: 73% of retailers believe AI can add significant value to their demand forecasting
More than half of retailers are struggling to respond to rapid shifts, and 46% of average or underperforming retailers focus on cost at the expense of flexibility.

GS1 US, FoodLogiQ, IBM Food Trust, ripe.io and SAP complete food traceability proof of concept
Project to define and validate industry data requirements before exploring use cases leveraging traceability standards and any industry-specific requirements to enable interoperability at that stage.

Other Voices: To reduce packaging costs, plan for every part
PFEP helps maintain a healthy supply chain as the foundation for short-term continuous improvement, long-term operational excellence, serving as a platform for communication and fine-tuning operations throughout a product’s life cycle.

Other Voices: How to meet peak product demand with efficient pallet flow rack
Dynamic racking speeds product loading and unloading, while minimizing labor and maximizing storage.

Other Voices: Pest control basics for Covid-19 operations
Approaching pest management proactively can help protect a facility’s bottom line and reputation.

GCCA’s 2020 COVID-19 cold chain business impact survey shows changes ahead
Survey represents member companies including warehouses, industry suppliers, asset and non-asset-based transportation and construction.

Ware2Go study: Online shoppers buying from more sellers and broader categories
Merchants are pivoting from a business-to-business (B2B) to a B2E (business to everyone) model, with unique shipping, logistics and fulfillment requirements.

Other Voices: Five novel ways to create more space in your facility
Creative uses of storage and office space can improve efficiency and employee morale.

2020-2021 IARW and WFLO board announced
Temperature-controlled warehousing associations tap industry leadership to strengthen the global cold chain.

Other Voices: Pest hot spots to monitor for improved inventory management
A proactive approach to pest management will help lower the risk of a pest infestation, which will in turn protect the bottom line.

Bastian Solutions becomes global distributor of AutoStore
Bastian Solutions, a Toyota Advanced Logistics company, has recently signed an agreement to become a global AutoStore integrator.

Cimcorp showcases comprehensive range of order fulfillment solutions
Focusing on efficiency, accuracy and productivity, Cimcorp (Booth 7827) is highlighting solutions from order picking systems for full-crate, case and layer picking to a diverse portfolio of systems offered together with its parent company, Murata Machinery (Muratec).

Westfalia highlights complete automated warehouse solution
Westfalia Technologies (Booth 7807) is showcasing its complete warehouse automation solution.

AutoStore debuts micro-fulfillment solution at Modex
AutoStore (Booth 8232) is exhibiting its revolutionary micro-fulfillment solution, which will re-define the e-commerce in-store customer experience.

Swisslog Logistics unveils new robotic item picking paired with AutoStore
Swisslog Logistics (Booth 7657) is highlighting its new and improved logistics dream team at Modex this week.

60 Seconds with Skip Eastman, CEO of Twinlode
Modern's staff sat down with Skip Eastman to discuss his career at Twinlode


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Extend the Life of Brownfield Warehouses
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