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Multi-facility deployment addresses complex lighting needs
Bulk warehouse facilities achieve better lighting with 50% fewer fixtures and big energy savings.

Lighting targets maintenance costs in high-ceiling facility
Including an occupancy sensor, the new system also saves more than 1 million kWh annually.

Lift trucks heighten comfort and throughput in grocery DC
As part of ongoing warehouse optimization, customized fleet increases productivity and cuts costs.

Two new sorters support omni-channel fulfillment
Replacing manual processes, automation moves as many as 380,000 units in a week.

Upward expansion promotes productivity and safety
Mezzanine and vertical reciprocating conveyor bring once-distant processes together.

Cloud-based enterprise software improves fulfillment speed and accuracy
Manufacturer uses integrated platform to strengthen connections between fulfillment and consumers.

Customized shipping materials reduce damage in transit
Lightweight product spacers cut damage, shipping costs and labor for manufacturer.

Automated picking and packing solution supports workstations
Goods-to-person and made-to-order methodologies enable speedy assembly and fulfillment.

Industrial manufacturer organizes inventory to keep product flowing
Vertical lift modules improve productivity, safety and security while cutting damage, wasted time and square footage.

Centralized label software enhances accuracy and flexibility
Security features and workstation-specific templates slash training times and errors.

Automated packaging line eases transition from bulk to bag
Robotic palletizer and stretch wrapper provide consistent stacking of heavy bags.

Flow rack system supports range of pallet types and weights
Parts now located closer to production lines are picked on first-in, first-out basis.

New storage system accommodates 50% more SKUs
Forward pick area uses hanging textile compartments to improve picker efficiency.

High-speed doors help control temperatures
Grocery distributor sees energy and maintenance savings with fully automatic insulated doors.

YMS increases 3PL’s yard velocity
Real-time view into massive yard boosts efficiency while reducing the number of yard tenders.


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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