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Comprehensive coverage of energy efficient technologies for sustainability in warehousing including lighting, climate control, hybrid lift trucks, conveyors and packaging.


Solving Air Management of 1MM SqFt
Learn how the sprawling, 1.3 Million Square Foot Nebraska Furniture Mart-Texas Distribution Center is handling the heat and managing other air quality concerns with 98 industrial HVLS fans

Solving Air Management of 1MM SqFt
Learn how the sprawling, 1.3 Million Square Foot Nebraska Furniture Mart-Texas Distribution Center is handling the heat and managing other air quality concerns with 98 industrial HVLS fans

Plug Power announces Amazon agreement for multi-site GenKey deployments
At a press conference on Wednesday, Plug Power (Booth N207) announced that it has reached an agreement with Amazon to deploy Plug Power fuel cells and hydrogen technology in its fulfillment network.

Ametek Prestolite Power launches enhanced wireless battery identification device
Based on feedback from end-users and dealers, Ametek Prestolite Power (Booth S2292) developed its enhanced Wireless Battery Identification Device (WBID) that allows managers to monitor battery and charger usage for an entire fleet through continuous data collection.

Exide Technologies launches New GNB Marathon FPX premium flat plate battery
Exide Technologies (Booth S2047), a global provider of stored electrical energy solutions, today announced the availability of the GNB Marathon FPX Premium Flat Plate battery for motive power applications.

Lenze introduces motor package tailored for materials handling tasks
Lenze (Booth S1831) has introduced the Lenze Smart Gear g350—a compact mechatronic drive unit combining a gearbox, motor, electronics and software—at Promat 2017.

NexSys provides a flexible, low-maintenance battery solution from Enersys
Using Thin Plate Pure Lead (TPPL) technology from EnerSys (Booth S603), NexSys batteries use an ultra-thin positive plate design that allows more plates to fit into the cell.

Advanced Charging Technologies (ACT) demonstrates its innovative cloud application
On Monday, Advanced Charging Technologies (ACT; Booth 2393) offered a demonstration of its browser-based software platform, ACTview—the industry’s first-ever cloud application for the remote management of forklift truck battery and charging equipment.

NWPCA’s pallet design software produces certified sustainable USDA BioPreferred wood pallets
Because they are manufactured from a renewable carbon source, wood pallets are a sustainable product that reduces the need for non-renewable, petroleum-based materials.

Battery Maintenance Solutions: Improve productivity and profits
Although battery maintenance is an issue for a majority of fleet managers, a variety of best practices and solutions can now be implemented quickly.

Insulated curtain wall manages temperatures for organic produce
LEED-certified building can now adjust the sizes and temperatures of storage spaces.

System Report: Sustainable Distribution at REI
Specialty outdoor retailer REI’s new distribution center brings together the next generation of materials handling and sustainability into one facility. Renewable energy powered distribution center. REI Sustainability

REI: Walks it like it talks it
I find it inspiring when our System Report focuses on an organization that “walks it like it talks it,” especially when its aspirational mission is truly reflected in its actions, its operations, and its overall business strategy.

Sustainable design: How the REI warehouse stands out
Craig Porter, president of The Renaissance Companies, has built distribution centers in Phoenix for some of the country’s best-known companies. Still, he says, the REI building stands out.

REI’s Innovative Warehouse Offers One-touch Production
REI’s new Arizona LEED Platinum, Net Zero Energy facility brings together two automation technologies to manage store replenishment and e-commerce fulfillment at the same workstation.

Submissions being accepted for 2016 Sustainability Excellence in Manufacturing Awards
The peer-reviewed awards recognize facilities for projects or programs that improve sustainability efforts in food, beverage or consumer product manufacturing operations, focusing on pollution prevention, compliance assurance and environmental protection.

Software system gives new facility a competitive edge
Cold storage warehouse and DC offers flexibility, visibility and predictive insights

Douglas Battery celebrates 95th anniversary
Company provides battery and charger solutions for material handling and airport ground support equipment.

PMMI infographic recognizes gains in sustainability
PMMI celebrates Earth Day with infographic, announces 25 new members.

Plug Power unveils new brand, debuts updated Class III powering fuel cell
In a press conference on Tuesday, Plug Power (Booth 1023) debuted both a new logo and a new GenDrive 3340 fuel cell to power Class III forklifts, including electric hand pallet jacks and walkie/rider jacks.


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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
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