Automation

Supply chains can improve customer experience by making it easy to send data up and down the chain, with real-time information delivered via APIs and automated updates.

Suppliers following a traditional model of equipment sales should consider "a subscription platform in their business model to offer maintenance and upgrades, especially cloud-based software updates."

Pool of more than 200,000 companies considered for commitment to innovation, ongoing product development initiatives and outstanding customer support capabilities.

Solution to improve flexibility at all levels, including machines, to support shorter product cycles and smaller lots of greater variety.

Majority of companies that should be aiming for level 4 or 5 are still "fumbling about" in the first two levels of the curve.

Future of logistics to be driven by artificial intelligence, blockchain, Internet of Things, AR, drones, 5G and robotics.

Founded in 1964, Unex manufactured the first cable-driven live roller conveyor.

Two market leaders in industrial automation and simulation help customers realize better business outcomes through simulation-based digital twins

Matthews unites software and controls teams at Cincinnati Campus, enhancing support of current and prospective customers' automation installations.

Organizations collaborate to provide clients with cutting-edge robotic solutions to drive supply chain excellence

Modern Materials Handling Magazine's Editors have put together a collection of case studies from around the industry to highlight new innovations in the warehouse and how they have improved productivity within their respective companies.

The full G2P automation has also significantly enhanced labor productivity.

A comprehensive review of worker activity, safety and attitude is an important element to optimizing labor value and surviving an economic downturn.

AutoGuide provides autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) for material transport of payloads up to 10,000 pounds (4,500 kg) for the manufacturing, warehouse and logistics markets.

Orders for unit handling equipment nearly doubled from August to September.