Business software improves visibility, productivity and customer experience
May 1, 2014
Automotive aftermarket distributor optimizes supply chain with improved warehouse, inventory and customer management.
AGV-powered custom carousel sequences parts in a smaller footprint
May 1, 2014
Moving assembly lines increase automotive supplier’s productivity while enhancing product protection.
Craft brewer enjoys full-bodied savings
April 1, 2014
Intelligent lighting contributes to building’s LEED Silver certification.
Fans circulate comfort in 40-foot warehouse
April 1, 2014
Improved air flow cuts heating and cooling costs for chemical and seed distributor.
Picking unit based on 24-volt rollers increases speed tenfold
April 1, 2014
While handling breakable goods, motor-driven rollers enhance flexibility and cut maintenance costs.
Conveyor designed for beverage industry offers advantages in DC
March 1, 2014
Gravity roller replacement cuts noise, operating costs and maintenance in a small footprint.
Networked printers ensure proper labels for 15,000 SKUs
March 1, 2014
Global supplier of educational materials streamlines labeling operations with on-demand color labels.
Paper-padding machine starts new chapter for wholesaler
March 1, 2014
Workers and equipment are no longer bound to unmeasurable and inconsistent protective packaging.
Packaging line improvements keep craft brewer focused on the future
February 1, 2014
Pick-and-place module increases throughput while eliminating packaging breakage.
Mezzanine helps optimize space, processes
February 1, 2014
Consolidated facility reduces overhead costs, expedites repairs and doubles storage space.
Existing mezzanine proves easy to relocate
February 1, 2014
Organization hopes to use a mezzanine for another 20 years after consolidating two facilities.
Light-based communication system improves safety and efficiency at the dock
February 1, 2014
Vehicle restraint system communicates to lift truck operators as they enter or exit a trailer.
Distributor streamlines processes with mobile workstations
January 1, 2014
Labels printed on-demand increase accuracy, productivity, flexibility and organization.
Modular workstations put all tools within arm’s reach
January 1, 2014
Custom work cell boosts ergonomics and organization in less space.
Sorter rebuild keeps DC on track to meet peak season demand
December 1, 2013
Four-day upgrade for discount retailer avoids replacement and two months of downtime.
Retailer chooses conveyor and sortation upgrade over replacement
December 1, 2013
Aging infrastructure turns from liability into savings across network of facilities.
Automated barrier doors protect employees at shipping facility
December 1, 2013
High-cycle doors prevent workers from entering the automated storage and retrieval system.
Stretch hood offers alternative to shrink or stretch wrapping
December 1, 2013
Pallets remain more secure while traveling over the road and within automated
materials handling systems.
Manufacturer cuts annual lighting costs by more than 90%
December 1, 2013
Intelligent lighting system includes occupancy sensors and the ability to harvest natural light.
Voice: Accuracy reaches 99.995% following voice implementation
November 1, 2013
Grocery distributor improves traceability and compliance with government regulations.