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Comprehensive news on overhead handling including hoists, cranes, monorails, workstations and more in use in warehouses and distribution centers.


Vac-Con’s rolling ladder improves employee safety
The ladder protects employees as they complete tasks throughout the company’s renovated campus.

CMAA Crane Safety Conference provides education, professional development
The CMAA Crane Safety Conference was attended by over 50 industry professionals who were trained on crane safety and design topics.

MHI and the Overhead Alliance joins OSHA’s National Safety Stand-Down
MHI and the Overhead Alliance announced their support for OSHA’s National Safety Stand-Down, an event held the week of May 6-10, 2019.

Equipment Report: Pouch and pocket sorters shake up e-commerce distribution
With e-fulfillment driving the need for high-rate order consolidation, pouch/pocket sortation systems address a number of top e-commerce challenges.

ProMat welcomes Overhead Crane Safety Conference
Overhead crane safety tops the agenda as CMAA hosts its annual educational conference at ProMat, where seven professional development hour credits will be available to attendees.

Custom Dock Lift For Stage Level Receiving
Dock lifts are used for safe and efficient loading and unloading of goods and materials.

Custom Dock Lift For Stage Level Receiving
Dock lifts are used for safe and efficient loading and unloading of goods and materials.

VRC For Roof Access
A large manufacturing company in North Carolina installed a VRC to take equipment and maintenance items up to their roof.

VRC For Roof Access
A large manufacturing company in North Carolina installed a VRC to take equipment and maintenance items up to their roof.

ANSI Standards ECMA 15-2018 and ECMA 35-2018 approved for release
The Electrification and Controls Manufacturers Association (ECMA) industry group of MHI is pleased to announce the completion and approval of ANSI ECMA 15-2018 and ANSI ECMA 35-2018.

Brewery adds density, flexibility and control with end-to-end solution
Gantry cranes handle changes in SKUs, packaging and seasonal peaks while providing powerful software tools.

Buckman Beverage employs dual-axis crane
The crane can extend up to 45.5 inches in length, reducing strain on employees.

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Rolls-Royce optimizes production with lifting technologies and maintenance services
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Modex welcomes inaugural crane safety conference
Targeted at plant operations and maintenance staff, the full-day event will focus on overhead crane safety technology and practices.

Semi-automatic crane system enhances LTH Logistics’ safety, sustainability
The system offers an alternative to the conventional reach stackers that usually handle ISO container storage.

CM Introduces The Rocket Universal Hoist Pendant Control
Engineered for operator comfort, the new universal pendant control delivers precision control and accuracy.

New cranes boost safety, production in less space
Growing manufacturer targets reliability and uptime with operator-friendly cranes.

Vacuum tube lifter enhances work climate
Production area once hidden from visitors is now a showpiece.


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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Empowering Your Workforce: Integration of Wearables and AMRs to Increase Picking Productivity
Join us on June 20 to discover how integrating wearables and AMRs can revolutionize picking productivity and operational efficiency in your warehouse and manufacturing environments.
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2023 Automation Study: Usage & Implementation of Warehouse/DC Automation Solutions
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Power Supply in Overhead Cranes: Energy Chains vs. Festoons
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