System Report: How the Defense Logistics Agency does disaster relief
March 14, 2019
When natural disasters strike, the Defense Logistics Agency brings its distribution and logistics expertise to support relief efforts.
This Month in Modern: ProMat 2019 attendees showing measured optimism
March 13, 2019
Group Editorial Director Michael Levans discusses the main topics covered in the March Issue of Modern Materials Handling
Reusable bulk containers find new uses
March 13, 2019
Durable containers help support disaster recovery operations by storing and securing heavy-duty equipment.
Lift Truck attachments link up with data collection
March 13, 2019
Data collection tools have helped makers and users of lift truck attachments tap into new insights.
Equipment Report: Dock equipment’s moment in the sun
March 13, 2019
New tools and concepts are transforming the once-neglected dock into a data-driven, process-oriented, much safer place.
2019 Productivity Achievement Awards
March 12, 2019
Modern’s annual Productivity Achievement Awards honor companies that have made exceptional operational improvements through materials handling systems.
Migration to mobile and wearable Android devices modernizes operations
March 12, 2019
Assortment of mobile devices reduces training time and errors while increasing data collection speed.
Streamlined battery inventory boosts warehouse efficiency
March 12, 2019
A lift truck fleet spread across more than 80 warehouses standardized around three brands of batteries and chargers—down from 20.
60 Seconds with… Jeff Burnstein, President of the Association for Advancing Automation (A3)
March 12, 2019
Modern's staff sat down with Jeff Burnstein of A3 to discuss Automation and the Automate event.
New conveyor increases efficiency and throughput
March 4, 2019
Zone conveyor replaces manual pick, pack and ship tasks while managing complex material flows.
Inside GEODIS: Putting robots to work
February 12, 2019
Mobile collaborative robots have increased productivity and throughput at GEODIS’ Indianapolis e-fulfillment center.
Modern’s System Report: Robots at GEODIS
February 12, 2019
The global 3PL turned to mobile collaborative robots to rev up its e-commerce fulfillment operations. One measurable
result: a 2x improvement in productivity.
ProMat 2019 to showcase record number of exhibitors, 45,000+ attendees
February 11, 2019
Manufacturing and supply chain expo is scheduled to be held April 8-11 at Chicago’s McCormick Place and co-locate with Automate 2019.
Labor Management navigates worker shortage
February 11, 2019
From the labor market to pressure on productivity levels, DC managers and supervisors are under great pressure to maximize efficiencies. Getting labor management right is a key factor in hitting those imperatives.
Modern Mobility: Wear it while you work
February 8, 2019
In the hunt for the next level of productivity, mobile devices can help pave the way—if they can get out of the way.
Automated Storage: Making the future more certain
February 8, 2019
With change the only constant, automation hardware and software is tasked with ensuring success no matter what may come.
Lift Truck Tip: Avoid analysis paralysis
February 8, 2019
Good alignment across the full length of a company’s org chart is more important than any fleet management technology.
Manufacturer reduces workplace injuries with ergonomics system
February 8, 2019
Global company ensures consistent ergonomic processes for its 12,000 employees.
New forklifts and telematics streamline operations
February 8, 2019
Updated fleet improves safety and reliability while cutting maintenance costs.
Robotic rotary palletizers find new use
February 8, 2019
Robotic rotary palletizers address ergonomics and the workforce shortage with high throughput in a compact footprint.
