In this Issue:
- System Report: thredUP designs the largest resale plateform on the web
- Reader Survey: Software usage survey
- Best Practices: Cloud WMS
- Special Report: Put walls
- Information Management: WES stretches
Modern Materials Handling Magazine Archives
July 2023 Modern Materials Handling
Lift truck OEMs offer various trucks suited to narrow aisle and very narrow aisle (VNA) layouts, but it pays to analyze all factors before focusing on specific trucks.
The online retailer’s challenge was to design a system to quickly get new garments processed, ready for sale and out the door as efficiently as possible.
thredUP’s design allows the DC to quickly process orders.
So, if you’re looking for transformation inspiration, then July is your month.
Warehouse execution system software got its start by helping DC operations to balance the flow of work across various automated systems, with only WMS and WCS software in place to help. WES is breaking ground again, with solution providers talking about orchestration with labor resources, which stands to broaden its appeal.
A look at how put walls are keeping pace with the rapid advancements in automation and robotics to help companies fill orders faster and more efficiently.
Artificial intelligence may be the hot technology of the day. But it’s not alone. Our latest survey plots the trajectory of AI and other advanced technologies along with warehouse, transportation, labor and planning software. Here’s the rundown of where they stand in the plant and warehouse right now.
The cloud-based subscription model for acquiring and running warehouse management system software has gained ground, but some misgivings persist. The model’s value propositions are evolving around factors like bypassing the need for big upgrade projects or offloading worries about tuning a WMS.
Consumers have more products, sizes and options available than ever before. They can buy online or in-store, and they need it now. On the flip side, costs have never been higher, and labor has never been scarcer. Technology and automated solutions can turn these challenges into opportunities.
Modern's editor sat down with Maxim Khabur, Marketing Director of MHI's Advanced Energy Council to discuss the council and new emerging energy technologies.
Beyond its team of experts, Rice Lake has come up with an online guide to integrate a new cubing and weighing station into your shipping process.
Coastal Pet Products finds new WMS integrated with ERP and voice solution improves inventory management, helps scale the business.
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Latest in Materials Handling
Conveyor Equipment Manufacturers Association releases semi-annual statistics
September 28, 2023
CEMA estimates overall industry orders (bookings) for January through June 2023 increased 1% versus same period in 2022, though shipments down 0.5%.
Zebra study: nearly six in 10 warehouse leaders plan to deploy RFID by 2028
September 28, 2023
Other trends which the study revealed include accelerated timelines for warehouse modernization projects, and returns management as a top operational challenge.
Conveying Strategies for Robotic Applications: How to Maximize Throughput
September 27, 2023
This webinar will discuss the recent development of embedding motion-control technology into conveyors to enable packages to be correctly presented to a robot so that throughput of the manual task that the robot has been assigned to perform is maximized.
Combilift enters offshore wind sector with handling solution, collaborating with Siemens Gamesa
September 27, 2023
In 25th anniversary year special event, lift truck provider with focus on long-load handling also highlights autonomous truck, as well as a telematics solution. Combilift partnered with Siemens Gamesa on its Combi-LC, which moves wind turbine blades and towers. Combilift expects to generate over €50m in revenue per year in the wind sector market segment by 2026.
Kion Group partners with Li-Cycle to recycle lithium lift truck batteries in Europe
September 27, 2023
Intralogistics Group’s batteries now being recycled by strategic partner Li-Cycle in Magdeburg, Germany, via a process which recovers up to 95 percent of the battery’s valuable minerals and materials.
Record-breaking Pack Expo Las Vegas exceeds expectations
September 27, 2023
Over 32,000 attendees, the most in the show’s history, actively engaged with more than 2,300 exhibitors across 1 million net square feet of exhibit space at the Las Vegas Convention Center.
Dexterity AI and FedEx unveil robotics trailer loading technology
September 26, 2023
Called a 'first of its kind,' the solution's AI-powered software tackles what is called parcel handling's most challenging task--loading and stacking parcels and all the variability this involves. Testing of the truck loading technology is ongoing by FedEx with a goal to refine the technology and deploy commercially in the future.
RPA publishes 2023 Reusable Transport Packaging State of the Industry report
September 26, 2023
A comprehensive analysis of the global reusable transport packaging industry now available from the Reusable Packaging Association.
Raymond out to inspire next generation via its virtual Manufacturing Day event
September 26, 2023
Virtual event starting Oct. 6 celebrates the manufacturing industry, highlights the importance of skills development, with the aim of inspiring the next generation as Raymond continues to innovate. Virtual event is open to all middle and high school students globally via teacher registration.
SME announces 2023 College of Fellows
September 26, 2023
SME, teh national nonprofit leading the industrial ecosystem, honors nine members who have made outstanding contributions to the social, technological, and educational aspects of the manufacturing profession.
Missouri S&T to break ground on Protoplex, celebrate Manufacturing Day
September 26, 2023
Missouri University of Science and Technology's Protoplex will anchor its manufacturing and innovation campus.
PLA opens Northwest Arkansas pallet management facility
September 25, 2023
New location expands PLA’s nationwide pallet, logistics, and supply chain services capabilities.
Pallet supplier Millwood opens new location in Lordstown, Ohio
September 25, 2023
New location to employ nearly 20 new team members
Warehouse automation provider stow Group launches Movu Robotics brand
September 24, 2023
The new brand replaces the “stow Robotics” name, offering solutions based on autonomous mobile robots (AMRs).
Integrated Warehouse Solutions acquires Pioneer Dock Equipment
September 21, 2023
Pioneer designs and manufactures a wide range of loading dock equipment including dock levelers, vehicle restraints, edge of docks, seals, and shelters.
