ProMat 2011 throws open its doors to 30,000 attendees, plus offers access to Automate
March 21, 2011
ProMat attendees will find more than 700 exhibits, two keynotes, two educational tracks and 80 educational sessions spread over four days.
Federal Equipment Company to acquire TKF
March 20, 2011
Federal Equipment Company, a Cincinnati-based supplier of integrated systems to the defense industry and commercial helicopter market, has agreed in principle to buy TKF, a Cincinnati-based conveyor systems and manufacturing company.
Armstrong amp; Associates rolls out 3PLAdvisor.com
March 17, 2011
The product, entitled 3PLAdvisor.com, enables 3PLs to receive free customer feedback, with shippers able to anonymously rate the 3PLs they use, as well as send request for information forms to 3PLs they may want to use in the future
Columbus McKinnon offers materials handling challenge at ProMat
March 17, 2011
Columbus McKinnon will be offering visitors the opportunity to earn discounts on future orders by sharing unique applications with members of the company.
Toyota launches training program for vets
March 17, 2011
A new program is available through participating Toyota U.S. dealers offers industry and safety training opportunities for veterans seeking a career as a forklift operator.
VDC Research conducts RFID user survey
March 17, 2011
VDC Research Group, an independent technology research firm, is conducting a survey in support of its 12th annual evaluation of the RFID market.
New packaging restrictions between U.S. and Canada soon to enter “informed compliance” period
March 15, 2011
If adopted, shipments containing bug-infested wood packaging materials could be refused as soon as this summer.
Winners of ProMat video competition announced
March 15, 2011
Today the Material Handling Industry of America (MHIA) announced the winners of its “One Minute to Connect” competition.
Intelligrated and Swisslog announce strategic alliance
March 15, 2011
Alliance offers highly integrated comprehensive automated material handling solutions for food, beverage and retail markets
Locanis opens United States branch
March 14, 2011
The new branch in Denver, Colo., will serve as a base from which Locanis can serve the entire North American logistics market with Locanis IntelliGence.
Panjiva data shows 15% shipment decline from January to February
March 11, 2011
While it was not unexpected, data from Panjiva indicated that the number of United States-bound waterborne shipments dropped 15 percent from January to February.
George Huber III elected president of CEMA
March 11, 2011
Conveyor Equipment Manufacturers Association elects new president and board at annual meeting.
American Logistics Aid Network, Feeding America and MHIA partnering at ProMat
March 11, 2011
Attendees and exhibitors can help pick and pack relief kits in ProMat Booth 2876
CEMA told that supply chain will have disruptions
March 10, 2011
A prominent industry analyst maintains that several key infrastructural events will shape the global supply chain in the coming year
Byrd Tool trims labor costs with paperboard crates
March 10, 2011
Tool maker reduced packing time by 30% by switching from wooden crates.
CEMA sees reversal of fortune this year
March 9, 2011
Just how strong is the current economic recovery? Judging by the Conveyor Equipment Manufacturers Association’s 78th Annual Meeting in Palm Springs California last week, pretty good.
RFID and bar code authority Bill Arnold joins ABI Research
March 9, 2011
ABI Research has announced the appointment of Bill Arnold as Principal Analyst, AutoID and Smart Cards.
Supply Chain Challenge winners announced
March 9, 2011
Vanderbilt students to receive $1,000 scholarships for demand planning and logistics strategy
Trade show survival tips from the pros
March 8, 2011
This is the third installment in a three-part series on tips and tricks for attending ProMat 2011. Modern surveyed some long-time show attendees to see how you can make the most of ProMat 2011. Here are some of the best show survival tips.
Intermec completes acquisition of Vocollect
March 4, 2011
Vocollect will broaden Intermec’s applications and solution offerings in the warehouse workflow and help to establish a leading position in software-oriented solutions.
