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Comprehensive news on the most advanced systems for automated mobile data collection & paperless picking of inventory through RFID and wireless technologies.


Universal Logic displays Neocortex G2R cells
At a press conference on Tuesday, Universal Logic (Booth C2463) discussed two of its Neocortex G2R (goods-to-robot) cells, which are on display.

Dematic demonstrates versatility of new modular GTP solution
Dematic (Booth B3047) has introduced a modular, turnkey goods-to-person (GTP) solution to provide a fast and scalable order fulfillment engine.

CBRE research shows many U.S. warehouses are under-equipped to meet e-commerce demands
Although the United States warehousing market has tight vacancy rates, strong absorption rates and rent levels, study suggests it is also a victim of its own success amid the ongoing strength of e-commerce.

New conveyors improve food maker’s process in less space
Vertical reciprocating conveyor adds flexibility with reduced footprint and maintenance.

Case Study: Nilfisk Uses Voice for Inspection
Learn how Nilfisk, a leading provider of commercial cleaning solutions, chose to implement voice into their picking process to help improv

Case Study: Nilfisk Uses Voice for Inspection
Learn how Nilfisk, a leading provider of commercial cleaning solutions, chose to implement voice into their picking process to help improv

Fulfillment Processes That Deliver Accuracy
This white paper outlines the factors to consider, the benefits of current automated picking technologies, and reviews some of the efficiency improvements and ROI these technologies can bring to an operation.

Fulfillment Processes That Deliver Accuracy
This white paper outlines the factors to consider, the benefits of current automated picking technologies, and reviews some of the efficiency improvements and ROI these technologies can bring to an operation.

Transform DC Throughput and Accuracy With Pick-to-Light Systems
The demands of omnichannel distribution center (DC) fulfillment are driving the adoption of more advanced pick-to-light hardware and software.

Transform DC Throughput and Accuracy With Pick-to-Light Systems
The demands of omnichannel distribution center (DC) fulfillment are driving the adoption of more advanced pick-to-light hardware and software.

JDA and SATO partner to deliver advanced warehouse management
Strategic technology partnership to deliver big data and analytics for retailers, manufacturers and wholesale distributors.

System Report: Rocky Brands Sees the Light
Confronting an aging materials handling system and new channels of business with new customer expectations, Rocky Brands installed a put-to-light and sortation system to ramp up fulfillment.

Top 20 3PL Warehouses 2017: Growth amid change
The steady growth in square footage among the top third-party logistics (3PL) warehouses belies a fundamental transformation as the market adapts to e-commerce pressures.

Inside look at Rocky Brands Inc.‘s E-commerce Distribution Center: Upgrade with lights
Put-to-light, a putwall and sortation is taking Rocky Brands to the next level.

Vertical carousel enables 100% inventory accuracy
Oil and gas industry manufacturer finds solutions for the secure storage of heavy parts.

Goods-to-person automation solution for HVAC distributor
The solution increased the distributor’s labor productivity significantly—to more than 180 lines an hour, per order.

Lodge Manufacturing System Report: Managing heavy loads and e-commerce
Modern Material Handling got an inside look at the Lodge Manufacturing distribution center. See how the new Warehouse Management systems in place can help improve DC throughput.

Other Voices: Learn from well-run projects, learn even more from poorly-run projects
Labeling success stories and horror stories prove the value of testing...and testing some more.

Homans Associates uses upright shelving systems, picks from both sides of lift trucks
Narrow aisles helped Homans maximize horizontal and cubic storage.

WES/WCS improves Neesvig’s order fulfillment productivity
The food fulfillment firm increased throughput by 40%, while also reducing labor costs by 35%.


May 2024 Modern Materials Handling

A complete modernization of the sortation and conveyance at Boscov’s DC, along with updated software and a new order processing area, have transformed the ability of the department store chain’s DC to move more cartons in less time, while permitting more frequent replenishment shipment for stores.

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Packaging Efficiency: The modern way to reduce freight costs
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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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