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PECO pallets now available in Mexico
PECO Pallet is now shipping its red wood block pallets to manufacturers and retailers in Mexico.

JustEnough integrates demand planning software with NetSuite
Integrated software solution can help NetSuite customers reduce costs of product overstocks.

Alabama Robotics Technology Park to educate and train in robotics and automation technology
Three-phase project will provide in-depth training on all aspects of robotics, including safety.

Propane-fueled lift trucks featured on MotorWeek
A recent episode of the PBS automotive television series showcased propane-fueled off-road equipment, including forklifts, and propane-autogas-fueled on-road vehicles.

RedPrairie acquires Shippers Commonwealth, SaaS transportation management system provider
With acquisition, RedPrairie adds on-demand TMS to on-demand WMS and labor management

Intermec to acquire Vocollect
Vocollect will broaden Intermec’s applications and solution offerings in the warehouse workflow and help to establish a leading position in software-oriented solutions.

MESA launches global education program for manufacturing
Initiative addresses global knowledge gap in operations management

CEMA reports 10% increase in booked orders in November
Conveyor Equipment Manufacturers Association's index shows an increase of 21% over November last year.

Ivy Tech Community College now a Motoman-endorsed robotics instructor training center
Through the program, community colleges and universities can bring a high level and quality of training to the regional manufacturing workforce.

RedPrairie finalizes SofTechnics acquisition
Supply chain software provider RedPrairie said it has finalized its acquisition of SofTechnics, a provider of retail enterprise services.

Casebook 2011: Urban Outfitters’ supply chain makeover
Fashion outfitter improves productivity and collaboration with trading partners.

Casebook 2011: Stretch-wrap prototype passes its first test at Buffalo Rock Co.
Soft drink bottler gambles on new stretch wrapping technology and wins uptime lottery.

Casebook 2011: Eyeglass manufacturer HVHC sees clear improvements
Production plant supplements a conveyor system with small-volume AGVs.

RedPrairie acquires SofTechnics
The acquisition adds mobility-enabled store inventory and price management, intelligent store ordering, direct-store delivery and master data management to RedPrairie’s solution set.

Casebook 2011: Retrofitted AS/RS expands capacity 150% for Fage
Provider revisits older model to increase storage density in same footprint.

Casebook 2011: Quad/Graphics loads safely, on the level
New dock equipment takes the guesswork out of shipping and receiving.

Casebook 2011: Symetrics Industries stays on target with new ERP system
End-to-end information system expands transparency, increases accuracy and fuels growth.

Casebook 2011: Elgiganten optimizes order fulfillment
Integrated voice-directed picking brings high-tech solution to direct-to-customer distribution for electronics retailer.

Casebook 2011: Ergonomic casters deliver the goods for KIA Motors
Automobile manufacturer replaces lift trucks to reduce injuries at its new Georgia plant.

Casebook 2011: For Georgia-Pacific, a small footprint was a big step forward
A fresh approach to palletizing for a high-SKU, low-rate manufacturer improves safety and workflow.


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