Materials Handling

Economic improvement, renewed business confidence and business-friendly policy changes support positive investment momentum.

For all the political turmoil across the globe, 2016 was by all accounts very good for the supply chain, which saw acquisitions, investments, technological advancements and record growth.

Articulated robots are the largest segment, accounting for $12.97 billion following increasing usage in packaging and healthcare sectors. Food and beverage industry expected to post highest growth rate at 7%.

Awards to honor individuals and organizations that demonstrate significant contributions to automatic identification and data capture technologies.

Tradition continues to award students who plan to major in engineering, a business-related field or a technical field related to the materials handling industry.

iNovia Capital, Caterpillar Ventures, GE Ventures and previous investors invest $30 million to expand Clearpath's new OTTO Motors division's development of indoor, self-driving materials handling vehicles.

The smallest leak in performance or cost can bring a lean, nimble and speedy supply chain to a halt. During this 30-minute webcast we'll examine how Modern's readers use pallets to keep the wheels turning as they maneuver a road filled with sharp edges and potholes.

Global demand for materials handling equipment forecast to rise 5.3% per year, spurred by new demand in China and developing countries.

Market for automated guided vehicles expected to grow at the highest CAGR between 2016 and 2022.

As part of Honeywell Safety and Productivity Solutions division, Intelligrated's automated material handling solutions and software will pair with Honeywell's data capture and workflow performance technology.

Growth driven by the need for innovative packaging in warehouses for storing, handling, and distribution.

New Los Angeles facility supports analysis of more than 160 engineered projects per month.

Cobots designed for material handling process represent the most prevalent application of collaborative robots.

$2.1 billion deal creates a unique combination of traditional and automated materials handling solutions.

Hyster offers free posters to help operations underscore a dedication to safety.