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New pallet design trims costs and extends useful life
Berry Plastics employs unique plastic pallet out of its own post molded scrap material.

Distributor improves fulfillment speed and flexibility
Bar code labeling software ensures compliance while integrating automation with a legacy WMS.

Logistics provider deploys mix of startup technologies
Partnerships with innovators in robotics, drones, sensors and wearables make the new smart warehouse customizable, flexible and scalable.

Mobile storage systems optimize two facilities’ footprints
New racks maximize storage capacity and maintain product access for cheese manufacturer.

2019 Productivity Achievement Awards
Modern’s annual Productivity Achievement Awards honor companies that have made exceptional operational improvements through materials handling systems.

Migration to mobile and wearable Android devices modernizes operations
Assortment of mobile devices reduces training time and errors while increasing data collection speed.

Streamlined battery inventory boosts warehouse efficiency
A lift truck fleet spread across more than 80 warehouses standardized around three brands of batteries and chargers—down from 20.

Manufacturer reduces workplace injuries with ergonomics system
Global company ensures consistent ergonomic processes for its 12,000 employees.

New forklifts and telematics streamline operations
Updated fleet improves safety and reliability while cutting maintenance costs.

Distributor improves workflow with voice-directed order picking
Minnesota-based distributor sees improvements in fill times, error rates and training.

Automated storage supports manufacturer’s growth
The warehouse is now filling twice the orders and has doubled capacity with the same footprint and labor requirements.

Ergonomics knowledge drives action for Parker Hannifin
Enterprise-wide visibility and training—including employees outside traditional ergonomics roles—leads to 54% reduction in recordables.

Hudson’s Bay uses advanced order fulfillment technology
The technology increases the timeliness and accuracy of the retailer’s orders.

Service operations replace paper with visibility
Electronic work order system improves business economics and worker readiness during steady company growth.

Enterprise label management solution streamlines labeling operations
Manufacturer improves GHS-compliant labeling efficiency and accuracy with bar code label design software.

New order fulfillment system optimizes spare parts operation
Goods-to-person picking supported by mini-load AS/RS averted the need for DC expansion.

Upgrade to LED industrial lighting creates cost savings
Savings and safety at a company’s 15th facility prompt it to consider retrofitting the others.

Packaging partnership helps brewer accommodate growth and cut costs
On-demand packaging saves warehouse space and increases production and service levels.

Scalable WMS keeps pace with exponential growth
Distributor climbs from manual to automated operations while reducing errors and elevating productivity.

Mobile racking solution installed in existing warehouse in less than four weeks
Landlocked facility boosts storage accessibility, flexibility and density.


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