Fixed Path

Rather than continue to manually sort returns in its picking warehouse, Hermes Fulfillment looked to shuttle technology to increase efficiency and accuracy.

Facing a decision to add operators or automate, American Packaging Corp. turned to robotic industrial pallet trucks to increase consistency and savings.

Autonomous system supports transition to lean manufacturing.

Order totes travel to the inventory while pickers stay in zones.

Casebook 2012: Wholesaler adds a descrambler and eliminates manual labor in mixed-case, pallet-building process.

Casebook 2012: Small changes throughout conveyor line lead to big reductions in environmental impact.

Casebook 2012: Automated solutions ensure efficient handling and timely delivery of perishable goods.

Casebook 2012: Apparel distributor outfits warehouse with multi-functional AGVs.

Casebook 2012: Furniture warehouse cuts equipment inventory and improves worker comfort.

Casebook 2012: Vehicle manufacturer uses automation to turn line-side storage into on-demand parts delivery.

The 2012 Casebook features 39 case studies that put the spotlight on successful innovation projects that have come to fruition over the past year.

Strained distributor improves speed and accuracy from the warehouse to the store shelf.

Beverage distributor cans old layout in favor of new equipment and software.