Topic: Features

Some researchers are asking what the real world of distribution and logistics can learn from the digital world of the Internet.

Robotic materials handling solutions are great at handling repetitive tasks while cutting costs, increasing throughput, and lifting a heavy burden off workers.

Clover Hill Foods installs an intelligent LED system to reduce lighting energy use by 91% and overall energy use by 32%.

Technology has fueled the evolution of operator comfort, but the perfect fit remains elusive.

Modern spends 60 seconds with retiring director of continuing education and professional development for MHIA, Allan Howie.

Preferred Freezer Services takes materials handling automation to a new level in a New Jersey warehouse.

Lift truck owners want it and are ready to spend money on it—but they’re not sure exactly what it means. These guidelines will help take the mystery out of implementing a comprehensive fleet management program from start to finish.

Preferred Freezer Services’s new facility maximizes throughput while minimizing labor and energy consumption.

Conveyor purchases may be preparing for a pause, according to Modern’s annual survey of conveyor users.

In the wake of catastrophic earthquakes around the world, and here in our own backyard, Modern looks at how to keep warehouses and distribution centers standing tall in the event of a seismic episode.

Modern’s annual Productivity Achievement Awards honor companies that have made outstanding strides in improving operations through materials handling and related information systems.

Mexican supermarket chain installs voice technology to ensure timely and accurate delivery of grocery orders.

Vermont’s Burlington Drug Company turned to a voice solution to create a greener picking process and save some green on its bottom line.

Pet Supermarket installs a voice-directed picking solution to create a best in show distribution center.

Specialized lift truck clamps help booming waste paper industry reduce, reuse and reap profits.

After his announcement to retire, Modern spends 60 seconds with lift truck supplier Toyota's Jim Malvaso.

Modex 2012, slated for February 6-9, will showcase more than 500 exhibits and include a comprehensive educational conference. The event, to be held at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, will offer an array of products to help improve productivity at your company.

RJW’s cloud-based WMS provides real-time visibility into orders and inventory for the 3PL and its customers.

RJW Transport implemented an on-demand WMS to run its warehouse. The result: Revenue in warehousing operations has doubled.

Today’s asset management solutions do far more than tell you what you have and where it’s located.