In this Issue:
- System Report: Automated packaging makes noise at Crutchfield
- Reader Survey: Annual Pallet Report
- Information Management: pack out automation
- Equipment Report: Autobaggers
- Best Practices: Pack station tricks
Modern Materials Handling Magazine Archives
September 2023 Modern Materials Handling
Providers of automated packaging and carton right-sizing solutions have thrived by offering systems that deliver on labor and parcel shipment savings— now they’re looking to further evolve by looking to use lighter materials and support flexible “box-first” workflows.
New report reveals the types and sizes of pallets that companies are using, mechanisms used to secure the loads on the pallets and the broader role pallets are playing in global supply chains.
A leader in the home audio distribution space, Crutchfield is using on-demand packaging to get packages out the door and to save on labor and packaging costs.
One of our favorite traditions at Modern is our annual Packaging Issue designed to coincide with PMMI’s Pack Expo, the association’s trade show that this year will run Sept. 11-13 in Las Vegas.
Besides ensuring access to newer trucks, leasing processes and contracts help operations adjust their fleet assets to changes in application needs.
Modern's editors sat down with Mike Field to discuss to discuss Raymond’s University Research Program
A major survey from PMMI and AMERIPEN identifies some trend lines in consumer packaging that are worth considering in the world of industrial and transit packaging.
Industrial workstation and shelving options are abundant for effective pack-out areas. Configuring an ideal set up for your operation is part commonsense work-cell design that eliminates wasted or awkward movements, but technology can also play a role.
Third-party logistics company iForce deployed an automated packaging solution to provide the speed and labor efficiencies needed to keep up with new picking automation, while the solution’s carton right-sizing also improves the customer experience.
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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.
