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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.

New intelligent lighting hardware improves efficiency and productivity
Eight-month utility study validates efficiency benefits of integrated and controllable lighting systems.

Voice-directed system creates improvements in hospital supply chain
New system provides carryover benefits from DC to materials management for hospital staff.

Protective packaging solution supports facility consolidation
Throughput doubles in two years as the time to pack each order decreases.

New facility achieves compact footprint with automatic palletizers
Five high-level palletizers integrated with case packer, stretch wrapper and pallet conveyor to storage.

Robotic palletizing system enables track and trace quality control
New system design greatly reduces time spent tracking nonconforming product.

Suite of upgraded storage solutions streamlines parts location
Full storage update includes flexible cabinets that adapt to changing inventory.

YMS and wireless hardware improve visibility and communication
Location system boosts dock door utilization while eliminating manual checks in the yard for NYK Logistics.

Integrated warehouse and labor management systems lift efficiency by 18%
Hopewell Logistics establishes and maintains standards with mobile dashboards and real-time visibility.

Voice upgrades accuracy and productivity for Newegg
Blended with light-directed picking, voice picking supports peak season and variable SKU locations for Internet retailer.

Automated pick-to-tote system saves space and labor
Direct-to-consumer marketer optimizes order picking through gradual automation.


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