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Sustainable packaging is ready to make its mark
Whether it’s about cost or environmental savings, sustainability is taking on greater importance in packaging—and that will impact supply chains from Amazon to automotive.

Putting the power of the packing station into users’ hands
As the demands of e-commerce, omni-channel and a tight labor market continue to impact companies across most industries, the packing station becomes a focal point for efficiency and worker ergonomics in warehouses and DCs nationwide.

The automated approach to right-sizing shipments
Traditionally, shipping boxes and cartons was an oversized process built with manual labor. Those days are disappearing with a second generation of automated machines that builds boxes and pouches that are closer to right-sized and saves on materials and shipping costs.

Packaging: Make a difference on every level
As we do every year at this time, we help push the importance of pallets and packaging into the spotlight in our Annual Packaging Issue.

The Robotic Revolution is Here. Is Your Company Ready for it?
Robotics are making their way into warehouses and DCs around the world, but it’s not an end-all. It takes a complete end-to-end solution, which means investing in the right type of robotics combined with a holistic approach to integration into your operations.

Making AutoStore Work For You
Swisslog has developed this e-book to provide a comprehensive introduction to AutoStore’s capabilities, configuration options and ownership experience.

Maximizing Data Within the Four Walls of the Warehouse
Doug Card, Kardex Remstar’s Director of Systems and Special Applications, shares his knowledge on automated facilities and how to maximize the use of data in the intralogistics environment.

GreyOrange partners with eight supply chain industry leaders in the United States
Partnerships follow enhanced U.S. presence with the opening of a research and development lab in Boston and the buildout of U.S. headquarters in Atlanta.

Toyota Logistic Design Competition 2020 open to U.S. students for first time
This year’s competition focuses on baggage handling solutions for airports

Signode Industrial Group to debut new corporate structure and brand at Pack Expo 2019
Plans to further unify offerings follow last year's unveiling of streamlined business model product groupings under key application categories: pack, bundle, unitize, warehouse, and transport.

First half of 2019 sees continued growth in robotic sales
More than 180,000 robots have been shipped to American companies since 2010, and more than 1.2 million new manufacturing jobs have been created during the same time.

Alert Innovation and Murata Machinery announce partnership
Muratec will adapt and sell Alphabot's technology to support applications beyond Alert Innovation's focus on transforming grocery retail.

Other Voices: Five ways to use robotics in the warehouse
The potential benefits of robotics and automation in the warehouse must be balanced with concern about potential logistical hurdles.

Overcoming the Challenges of AGV Implementation
This webinar will provide valuable insight into the world of automation and show you how to prepare your applications for automation, the benefits of integrating AGVS into existing workflows and how to calculate your ROI.

Rockwell Automation announced as Founding Member of ISA Global Cybersecurity Alliance
Global Cybersecurity Alliance created to advance cybersecurity readiness and awareness in manufacturing and critical infrastructure


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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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