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Filed in May 2011

Wednesday, May 11, 2011

The sky’s the limit for Genco ATC with new optical RTLS
A unique optical RTLS system has led to dramatic productivity improvements at Genco ATC’s returns center in McDonough, Ga.
Posted on 05/11 at 07:40 PM
Features • Wireless • Mobility • Lift Trucks • May 2011 • Technology • Automated Data Capture • System Report • Permalink


Putting RTLS technology to work to handle returns
The real-time locating system (RTLS) is an integral part of receiving, putaway and picking operations.
Posted on 05/11 at 07:10 PM
Features • Wireless • Mobility • Lift Trucks • May 2011 • Technology • Automated Data Capture • System Report • Permalink


Should you reslot your warehouse?
Slotting systems can deliver big results, but are they right for your operation?
Posted on 05/11 at 07:00 PM
Features • May 2011 • Technology • Automated Data Capture • Information Management • Permalink


Equipment 101: Sortation equipment
From simple pushers to sophisticated crossbelt sorters, automated sortation systems reduce labor and increase efficiency and throughput in today’s warehouses and distribution centers.
Posted on 05/11 at 06:59 PM
Features • Equipment Report • Automation • May 2011 • Equipment 101 • Sortation • Equipment Report • Knapp Logistics Automation • Permalink


Food and beverage industry embraces technology
Competition in the food and beverage sector is intense and profit margins are wafer thin. Here’s a look at how technology and materials handling equipment can keep your operation healthy and competitive.
Posted on 05/11 at 06:57 PM
Features • Best Practices • Packaging • May 2011 • Technology • Voice • Best Practices • Food and Beverage • Permalink


Ergonomics: Lift tables carry heavy equipment
Foresighted information destruction equipment supplier adds lift tables to make equipment more ergonomic.
Posted on 05/11 at 06:56 PM
Features • Productivity Solution • Ergonomics • May 2011 • Productivity Solution • Permalink


GUESS’ distribution evolution
For more than a decade, the fashion giant’s WMS has kept pace with several ERP integrations and the installation of a slew of materials handling equipment—all in an effort to keep the company on top of the fickle fashion world.
Posted on 05/11 at 06:50 PM
Features • May 2011 • Technology • Supply Chain Software • Supplement • Permalink


Keep your mind open
I’ve often found that some of the most innovative ideas present themselves when you’re not actually looking for them.
Posted on 05/11 at 06:39 PM
Columns • This Month In Modern • May 2011 • Technology • This Month in Modern • Permalink


Lift trucks: With batteries, waste can be too much or too little
Battery management protects equipment, hastens workers and optimizes inventory.
Posted on 05/11 at 06:28 PM
Columns • Lift Truck Tips • Lift Trucks • Forklifts • May 2011 • Lift Truck Tips • Permalink


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