Checkweigher features open-source software
July 16, 2019
A combination of checkweigher and PLC allows the equipment’s operation, data capture and reporting functions to be modified to meet unique customer needs.
Get the most from your VNA storage
July 16, 2019
New technologies and capabilities enable today’s VNA trucks to be more productive than ever.
MCFA appoints New England Industrial Truck Inc. (NEIT) to represent brands in New England
July 15, 2019
Cat lift trucks, Mitsubishi forklift trucks and Jungheinrich warehouse products Maine, Rhode Island, Eastern Massachusetts, the Eastern half of New Hampshire and the majority of Vermont.
Other Voices: Underused tax incentive could benefit material handling companies
July 12, 2019
Material handling companies can meet the expectations of the coming decade with the help of new technologies and by leveraging tax incentives and credits.
American Logistics Aid Network calls for preparation for Tropical Storm Barry
July 12, 2019
The American Logistics Aid Network (ALAN), a philanthropic, industry-wide organization that provides free logistics assistance to disaster relief organizations before, during and after catastrophic events, this week issued a statement, calling on United States Gulf Coast residents to follow local advisories and warnings––and asking logistics professionals to be at the ready––with Tropical Storm Barry continuing to intensify.
ELFF 2019 Q3 outlook forecasts 3.9% growth in equipment and software investment
July 12, 2019
Business conditions for the equipment finance industry softened in the first half of the year, and investment growth in several key verticals is expected to slow or contract in the second half of 2019.
CEMA reports May orders up 17% from April
July 12, 2019
May 2019 booked orders decreased 12.2% when compared to May 2018 orders.
Material Handling Systems appoints Markus Augeneder as CEO of International
July 11, 2019
Augeneder is former CEO, Central Europe, of TGW Logistics Group.
Other Voices: ‘Tis the season before peak season
July 11, 2019
With the right summer preparation, DCs can turn increasingly disruptive peaks into a smooth and highly profitable Q4.
KION Group and BMZ Holding to launch joint venture for lithium-ion batteries
July 11, 2019
Leading global provider of intralogistics solutions and a European market leader for lithium-ion battery system solutions forge strategic alliance, with each to hold a 50% stake in the joint venture: KION Battery Systems.
Nuts, Bolts & Thingamajigs awards $56,000 in manufacturing scholarships
July 10, 2019
Majors in machine tool technology, structural and pipe welding, mechanical engineering and precision machining technology prepare students to fill manufacturers' openings in skilled trades and engineering.
Other Voices: Perspectives on shipshape distribution with a WMS
July 10, 2019
Flexibility of a WMS's manifest and shipping system can boost productivity in the warehouse.
Other Voices: The multiple dimensions of Cloud WMS deployment
July 9, 2019
Although warehouse management systems were late to the cloud party, software pricing and deployment options are driving adoption.
Deloitte report series explores whether manufacturers can innovate quickly enough
July 9, 2019
Business leaders advised to look beyond immediate wins and align R&D and innovation efforts with long-term strategic goals.
Honeywell partners with VMware to provide integrated digital workspace platform
July 9, 2019
Honeywell devices integrated with intelligence-driven digital workspace platform that manages any app on any device by integrating access control, application management, and unified endpoint management.
NAM to mark 125th anniversary with $10 million 2020 campaign
July 9, 2019
Nationwide initiative seeks to recruit 600,000 Americans into manufacturing careers.
PMMI welcomes new member Spring Class of 2019
July 9, 2019
43 new members bring active membership to 897.
First Hispanic woman in space headlines PMMI’s PPWLN breakfast
July 8, 2019
Ochoa will share her experiences as a history-making astronaut, including thoughts on driving change and building diverse, effective teams during her keynote address, “Exploring New Territory,” at Pack Expo.
U.S. manufacturing technology orders post modest gains in May
July 8, 2019
U.S. manufacturing technology orders rose to $378.4 million in May, an increase of 7.3 percent over the previous month, according to the latest U.S. Manufacturing Technology Orders Report published by AMT – The Association For Manufacturing Technology.
Robotics Zone showcases innovation at Pack Expo Las Vegas
July 2, 2019
Robotic packaging applications on exhibit to help fight childhood hunger