Rite-Hite’s dock safety system now an aftermarket retrofit
April 8, 2019
Key components of the Rite-Vu Hazard Recognition System from Rite-Hite Products Corp. (Booth S1612a) are now offered as an aftermarket retrofit—or as stand-alone equipment—for any loading dock.
Frazier showcases Ergo Deep for access within racking
April 8, 2019
By splitting the front beam of Ergo Deep storage racking, Frazier Industrial Co. (Booth S3426) allows pickers to lift heavier objects with greater leverage, explained Domenick Iellimo, EVP of sales in a Monday press conference.
Cascade, Meijer Handling Solutions announce joint venture
April 8, 2019
In a Monday press conference, Cascade Corp. CEO Davide Roncari announced a new joint venture with Meijer Handling Solutions.
EnerSys’ new power solutions include Li-ion, TPPL
April 8, 2019
On Monday, EnerSys (Booth S612) unveiled new products in its line of NexSys power solutions.
Equipment Report: Pouch and pocket sorters shake up e-commerce distribution
April 8, 2019
With e-fulfillment driving the need for high-rate order consolidation, pouch/pocket sortation systems address a number of top e-commerce challenges.
JBT announces collaboration with Hyster-Yale Materials Handling
April 7, 2019
JBT Corporation, a global technology provider, recently announced that it is bringing a new dual-mode AGV to the market in cooperation with Hyster-Yale Materials Handling.
JBT announces strategic collaboration with Crown Equipment
April 7, 2019
JBT Corporation, a global technology provider, recently announced it has solidified deals with Crown Equipment Corporation to automate their equipment.
Logistics provider deploys mix of startup technologies
April 5, 2019
Partnerships with innovators in robotics, drones, sensors and wearables make the new smart warehouse customizable, flexible and scalable.
Other Voices: Most of the world’s data is hidden, and it’s waiting to transform your business
April 4, 2019
Exponential technologies like AI continue to evolve and generate new data to enhance the experience for employees and customers alike.
Toyota Forklifts opens 24/7 online parts store
April 4, 2019
Toyota forklift owners and technicians can find and buy Toyota Genuine Parts exclusively online via keyword search, part number search, or model and serial number search.
MLC announces 2019 Manufacturing Leadership Award winners
April 3, 2019
The award, now in its 15th year, will recognize winners at a June 12th gala.
Omron Automation and Voelker Controls Company announce new partnership
April 3, 2019
Voelker Controls to focus particularly on auto ID and machine vision solutions to improve quality and traceability.
Toyota Industries North America formally acquires Hoist
April 2, 2019
Hoist brings nearly 25 years of experience manufacturing heavy-duty cushion tire and pneumatic forklifts, reach stackers and more, ranging in lift capacity from 7 to 57 tons.
SICK and AutoCoding Systems form partnership for U.S. market
April 2, 2019
Combined sensor and software expertise produces complete solution to reduce date-coding errors and downtime related to product changeovers.
Commerce and NRF report February retail sales gains
April 1, 2019
Commerce reported that January retail sales, at $506 billion, slipped 0.2% compared to January and rose 2.2% annually.
Gains in March manufacturing output, ISM reports
April 1, 2019
March manufacturing output finished on an upswing in the first quarter, with the PMI up 1.1% to 55.3 following a 2.4% decrease from January to February.
UniCarriers Americas announces partnership with Rocla AGV
March 28, 2019
Rocla AGV solutions sold and serviced throughout the Americas by UniCarriers
North American machine vision market grew nearly 10% in 2018, broke records for sixth straight year
March 28, 2019
Smarter and smaller vision technologies serve complex challenges with emerging automation solutions like AI-driven bin picking, autonomous vehicles, and advanced inspection technologies.
Fortna announces investment from Thomas H. Lee Partners to accelerate growth
March 27, 2019
Investment to support future growth prospects, continued geographic expansion and the potential for mergers and acquisitions.
Crown Equipment and JBT Corporation form strategic collaboration
March 27, 2019
Partnership to provide increased access to an expanding portfolio of automation capabilities to meet material handling needs today and in the future.
