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Psion removes “Teklogix”nbsp; from name
New identity better reflects the company strategy for automated data capture company.

Daifuku intends to acquire Logan Teleflex
Daifuku Co., parent company of Jervis B. Webb, has reached a decision to purchase all shares of three companies which provide airport baggage handling systems and services.

Panjiva data shows a 14 percent decline in U.S.-bound shipments from November to December
In another sign that the pace of the economic recovery remains bumpy, data from Panjiva noted that the number of waterborne shipments entering the United States dropped 14 percent from November to December.

Massachusetts law toughens safety rules for vertical reciprocating conveyors
The law, passed in April 2009, gave the state’s Board of Elevator Regulations and Department of Public Safety jurisdiction over the installation, maintenance, repair and inspection of VRCs.

RFID blooms in Holland for FloraHolland
At FloraHolland, RFID technology moves flowers from the receiving docks to storage areas.


Sustainable distribution at Patagonia
Patagonia incorporated energy efficient materials handling and recycled building materials into the design of a 171,000 square foot addition to its Reno distribution center.

Patagonia’s flexible and efficient material handling
Patagonia’s expansion project makes the most of handling cartons, pallets and parcels.

Wilton puts icing on the distribution center cake
After a merger, Wilton Products consolidated its distribution processes in a redesigned DC that nearly tripled throughput.

Wilton plans for distribution success
Regular slotting ensures the efficient movement of product and orders through Wilton’s DC.

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.


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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