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U.S. employers face major obstacles hiring foreign nationals
VISANOW survey reveals strong demand, but immigration system making it increasingly difficult to obtain talent beyond US borders.

Sealed Air plant manager honored with 2015 STEP Ahead Award
Pam Nielsen managed volume growth of 35% over five years, developed Sealed Air's Lean Six Sigma program and cut quote delivery time by nearly 80%.

The Society of Women Engineers to conduct congressional outreach event on STEM
Event to increase awareness of increased diversity and inclusion in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, 2-3 March 2016 in Washington, D.C.

Other Voices: Industry credentials and veterans a pathway to closing the skills gap
Veterans offer an untapped resource for materials handling positions, especially given the U.S. military is built on logistics.

RIT engineering students take Toyota Production System from classroom to practical application
Students record cycle time studies and create material and information flowcharts.

Life Cycle Institute partners with Clemson University to offer maintenance management certification
Certification enables participants to build and sustain a maintenance program, establish KPIs, increase productivity and build a problem-solving culture.

Logistics Academy partners with InMotion Global
Students to learn TMS software and receive a free freight brokerage software package at graduation.

ISA and Automation Federation support week of activities introduce young people to the value of STEM
ISA also finalizes agreement with Control System Integrators Association to offer web-based project management courses.

Ohio State University expands role of Eyefreight TMS in transportation and logistics curriculum
Students in OSU’s top-ranked undergraduate and Masters of Business Logistics Engineering program to use Eyefreight technology to solve company logistics-related challenges.

Other Voices: The manufacturing and logistics skills gap
'Vast disconnect' between employers and educators remains a persistent obstacle.

Nilfisk acquires US-based Pressure-Pro
Nilfisk adds second high pressure cleaner manufacturer to portfolio.

Sealed Air acquires Dry Lube Ltd
Product line to help beverage companies save the 20% of facility water usage related to lubrication and cleaning.

Crown Equipment and Universal Technical Institute collaborate on technician training
Crown becomes preferred partner for material handling equipment at UTI's 12 campuses nationwide.

Other Voices: The importance of choosing the right charger for the battery and application
Myriad factors can each significantly impact quality, length and efficiency of the charge.

ABB Robotics awarded IACET accreditation
Accreditation means all ABB training courses are approved for Continuation Education Credits nationally recognized by wide range of organizations.


May 2024 Modern Materials Handling

A complete modernization of the sortation and conveyance at Boscov’s DC, along with updated software and a new order processing area, have transformed the ability of the department store chain’s DC to move more cartons in less time, while permitting more frequent replenishment shipment for stores.

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Materials Handling Robotics: The new world of heterogeneous robotic integration
In this Special Digital Edition, the editorial staff of Modern curates the best robotics coverage over the past year to help track the evolution of this piping hot market.
Case study: Optimizing warehouse space, performance and sustainability
Optimize Parcel Packing to Reduce Costs
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2023 Automation Study: Usage & Implementation of Warehouse/DC Automation Solutions
2023 Automation Study: Usage & Implementation of Warehouse/DC Automation Solutions
This research was conducted by Peerless Research Group on behalf of Modern Materials Handling to assess usage and purchase intentions forautomation systems...
How Your Storage Practices Can Affect Your Pest Control Program
How Your Storage Practices Can Affect Your Pest Control Program
Discover how your storage practices could be affecting your pest control program and how to prevent pest infestations in your business. Join...

Warehousing Outlook 2023
Warehousing Outlook 2023
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
Download this white paper to learn more about how both systems compare.