Re-examining lift truck power structure
March 10, 2020
Although a fleet’s power source is often taken for granted, the benefits of adding, changing or replacing power sources can have far-reaching operational impacts.
Körber and Twinlode announce new strategic partnership
March 10, 2020
Körber Supply Chain (Booth 7678) and Twinlode Automation just announced a partnership that will expand their respective capabilities to provide more comprehensive solutions to companies in North America that want to build smarter, more efficient automated warehouse environments.
Lift Truck Tips: Attachments get a grip on digital transformation
March 10, 2020
The design, usage and life cycle of attachments should reflect the application and the labor market.
Conveyco Technologies introduces AMR POC Program at Modex
March 10, 2020
Conveyco Technologies (Booth 1614) is showcasing its new Proof of Concept (POC) program for autonomous mobile robots (AMRs). The new program allows organizations to conceptualize, emulate and validate AMR system’s performance prior to financially committing to an entire system.
Omnia showcases omni-wheel conveyor transfer solutions at Modex 2020
March 10, 2020
Omni-wheel manufacturer Omnia (Booth 9529) will be showcasing its cutting-edge new omnidirectional transfer table at Modex 2020.
EnerSys battery solutions enable optimal productivity
March 10, 2020
At a booth press conference on Monday, EnerSys (Booth 7632) detailed how its systems approach to battery solutions boosts productivity by reducing maintenance and battery charging.
Vecna Robotics expands partnership with UniCarriers Americas
March 9, 2020
Vecna Robotics, a leading automation provider in the materials handling space, announced an expansion of their partnership with UniCarriers Americas, part of the Mitsubishi Logisnext family companies – the third largest forklift manufacturer in the world.
Seegrid announces new auto-charging self-driving vehicle for materials handling
March 9, 2020
Seegrid (Booth 10012), a leader in infrastructure-free, self-driving vehicles for materials handling, today announced the launch of GT10 Series 7 Plus, the first vision guided vehicle (VGV) to feature auto-charge integration and an enhanced sensing technology, further advancing automated material movement for manufacturing, distribution and e-commerce companies.
Storage Battery Systems cancels participation in Modex 2020
March 9, 2020
Storage Battery Systems, LLC (SBS) has announced that it has canceled its participation at the MODEX 2020 expo in Atlanta, GA (March 9 – 12, 2020).
GNB Industrial Power demonstrates its Fury X-7
March 9, 2020
GNB Industrial Power (Booth 2814), a division of Exide Technologies, is revealing a new charger: the GNB Fury X-7.
Frazier demonstrates three new innovative structural designs
March 9, 2020
Frazier Industrial Company (Booth 8288) is demonstrating three new wire screen designs at Modex.
The Raymond Corporation demonstrates suite of warehouse solutions
March 9, 2020
The Raymond Corporation (Booth 7819) is exhibiting a portfolio of intelligent warehouse solutions to help customers determine the best path toward automation.
ProGMA publishes an American National Standard
March 9, 2020
During a Monday press conference at Modex, the Protective Guarding Manufacturers Association (ProGMA), an industry group of MHI (Booth 4071), revealed its recent publishing of an American National Standard.
PowerFleet launches new updates to PowerFleet Expert Suite
March 9, 2020
The OC55 combined with the PowerFleet Expert software enables industrial truck fleet management to bolster safety practices and increase visibility for better asset management.
UniCarriers Americas and Brain Corp partner to develop AMRs
March 6, 2020
Under the partnership, UCA will license BrainOS, a cloud-connected operating system for commercial autonomous robots, to manufacture delivery robots that can navigate safely by themselves in public and commercial spaces
Propane Council invites Modex attendees to test their forklift knowledge
March 4, 2020
Visitors of the PERC booth can earn prizes while learning about propane equipment benefits.
Other Voices: 5 innovative ideas to make your warehouse more efficient
March 4, 2020
ANdroid, automation, smart storage and good old-fashioned operator training can improve operational efficiency.
Other Voices: What Coronavirus means for e-commerce
March 3, 2020
As more shoppers turn to online alternatives to in-person shopping, supply chain disruptions could pile up.
Manufacturers: Congressional action needed to aid COVID-19 response
March 3, 2020
Manufacturers seek to confidently increase new production of 'even more desperately needed' equipment.
Hyundai to develop Hydrogen-fueled forklifts
March 3, 2020
Expects to introduce vehicles to the market as soon as 2023