Lesley Cosmetics implements a new vertical carousel
October 12, 2018
The vertical lift carousel increased the distributor’s picking by up to 300%.
Making the Case for Improved Returns Handling
October 9, 2018
AS/RS Makes Returns Processing More Effective for Everyone
Making the Case for Improved Returns Handling
October 9, 2018
AS/RS Makes Returns Processing More Effective for Everyone
E-commerce: Retailers flex to meet expectations
October 9, 2018
To address e-commerce and omni-channel challenges, many retailers are turning to automation, software and mobile computing solutions to find balance in their distribution channels.
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How Distribution Centers Can Excel in the New E-Commerce Era
October 3, 2018
Today, the pace of change in modern e-commerce has raised the stakes, putting tremendous pressure on fulfillment operations to process orders quickly and accurately for retailers and consumers.
Pack Expo: AGVS Industry Group of MHI to highlight automatic guided vehicle technology
October 3, 2018
Representatives from AGVS member companies are there to promote AGVS technology to the packaging industry.
Honeywell announces acquisition of Transnorm for $492.8 million
October 1, 2018
Honeywell announced today that it has signed an agreement to acquire privately held, warehouse automation business Transnorm for approximately €425 million ($492.8 million) from IK Investment Partners.
KION Warehouse Systems celebrates 125th anniversary
September 27, 2018
Reutlingen's origins can be traced back to the late 19th century and the founding of Ernst Wagner Apparatebau in 1893.
Overcoming the Trucking Crisis with Automation
September 11, 2018
Trouble with Transportation: Just-in-time order Fulfillment and Automation
RedViking ramps up AGV offerings
September 6, 2018
Now, a battery solution offering can provide hybrid applications when the environment demands, making them a complete turnkey solution provider.
GreyOrange closes $140 million Series C
September 6, 2018
Marks the biggest fundraising in industrial automation systems
Deloitte studies distinctive traits of digital frontrunners in manufacturing
September 4, 2018
As they embrace the fourth industrial revolution, organizations and their supply chains face plenty of challenges and opportunities.
Honeywell and Carnegie Mellon University to collaborate on robotics and AI for connected DCs
August 28, 2018
The collaboration will focus on next-generation machine learning and robotic controls to help distribution centers address rising e-commerce demands and resource challenges.
Three automated solutions for overcoming a labor shortage
August 24, 2018
The right combination of automation with manual handling can make staffing challenges a thing of the past.
Smart Glasses: The latest weapon against downtime
August 21, 2018
Not every facility has experienced maintenance technicians at the ready. With a combination of video, augmented reality and more, smart glasses provide a direct link to remote technicians who know how to guide others to get equipment back up and running.
Maintenance, Repair and Operations (MRO) Technician Spotlight: Timothy Munroe
August 21, 2018
Modern Materials Handling editors sat down with Timothy Munroe of Cimcorp Automation to chat about the field of Maintainance, Repair and Operations (MRO).
Automation Options to Battle the Amazon Effect
August 17, 2018
Amazon’s inventory selection and Prime shipping have forced other businesses to pivot in their go-to-market strategies.
Automation Options to Battle the Amazon Effect
August 17, 2018
Amazon’s inventory selection and Prime shipping have forced other businesses to pivot in their go-to-market strategies.
Optimize Fulfillment with Collaborative Robotic Picking
August 15, 2018
The surge in e-commerce and omni-channel is mandating all companies to pick, pack and ship faster than ever before. Learn about the emerging picking techniques innovative warehouses are using to optimize fulfillment.
GreyOrange sorts fast fashion with new high-speed linear sorter
August 8, 2018
This sorter located at a new distribution center in Maharashtra, India, will be used as an order consolidation item sorter for store retail distribution.