Topic: Magazine Archive

Metal, paper, composite wood pallets fill niche needs in unit-load handling.

In Whirlpool Corp.’s Clyde, Ohio, factory, mobile robots have automated the delivery of parts to the line. The result is a more consistent, efficient and safer operation.

For organizations with their own delivery fleets, using software that optimizes routes can reduce costs and make next-day delivery more effective.

Materials handling professionals embrace the challenges of technological progress, daily troubleshooting and the ongoing overhaul of the entire supply chain; and they are well compensated for their efforts. Logistics Management Salary Survey 2016, Materials handling salary survey 2016, Modern Materials Handling Salary Survey 2016

Suppliers and users of scanners, printers and rugged mobile devices find themselves at the intersection of technological advances, increasing consumer demands and rising labor costs. The top players are finding ways to meet each challenge with minimal risk as the market landscape continues to shift. Leaders in Automatic Data Capture suppliers 2016, RFID suppliers Top 20, Warehouse data capture devices, Top 20 suppliers of warehouse data capture technology

One wrong step can threaten your facilities’ next-day commitments. Here are eight best practices essential to keeping next-day orders flowing smoothly. How to manage a warehouse with next day delivery. Fulfillment systems for next day delivery

Following the rapid development of fleet management solutions and a flurry of adoption, the lessons learned are informing a new vision of how best to optimize a fleet.

One of the many benefits that Modern is able to bring to warehouse and distribution center professionals is its ability to tap into Peerless Research Group (PRG), our in-house division that has the power to survey more than 80,000 readers to offer the most comprehensive market snapshots available.

Automated opening, marking and sealing of shipping pouch bags boosts productivity while reducing shipper costs. Advantages of Polybag in the warehouse

Freezers are often separate both physically and from a fleet management perspective, but some of the biggest savings lie inside those insulated walls.

CEO of Paladin Supply Chain Solutions, Jerry has more than 39 years of experience in distribution, logistics and supply chain management. His duties include Consulting in DC optimization, automation and technology and supply chain strategy, development and implementation.

Manufacturer introduces “high-tech mailman” to navigate a busy facility.

New forklifts handle seasonal peaks in production and temperature.

Engine manufacturer replaces aging AGV system to keep workers productive. Automatic Guided Vehicles case study 2016.

Whirlpool’s fleet of robotic tuggers has created a predictable, repeatable and safe process for delivering parts to the line.

Brownells’ new Iowa distribution center has taken touches—and miles—out of the order fulfillment process and increased throughput with near 100% accuracy.

With conveyor, a WMS and put-to-light technology, Brownells has improved productivity and efficiency while being more responsive to its customers. Materials Handling systems report, Description of Brownell Ammunition warehouse technologies,

Modern’s annual reader survey reveals a warehousing environment where wooden, plastic, and even metal pallets continue to play an important role. From sourcing to pooling to the key factors that go into purchase decisions, Modern digs down into the key drivers of the pallet industry this year. Industry study into the usage of pallets for warehouse purposes. Warehouse pallet usage survey,

The latest developments in reusable totes and containers are being underscored by customization and additional options for handling flexibility.

Because you can’t manage what you don’t measure, dimensioning hardware and software solutions are working to provide more precise data than ever plus the logic to optimize it.