Archive for March 2016
Schmalz at the Modex trade show: a focus on efficient vacuum generation
Efficient vacuum generation is growing ever more important, especially in automated handling processes. With that in mind, Schmalz is fitting more and more of its vacuum generators with energy-efficient eco-nozzle technology. At Modex 2016 (April 4 to 7), the company will be showcasing ejectors for a multitude of applications and industries. Its high-performance vacuum gripping systems, manual handling solutions…
Read MoreButler Highlights Pre-Applied Zipper Film Splicing Capabilities
Cost-effective reclosable packaging with specialty film and automatic splicing Middleborough, MA – Butler Automatic, the inventor and global leader of automatic splicing solutions, announces that it manufactures splicers capable of handling pre-applied zipper film. Together with efficient automatic splicing, this specialty film offers companies a cost-effective way to introduce reclosable packaging into their packaging line,…
Read MoreWASP Merges with FAST Manufacturing, Increases Capacity by 50 Percent
WASP Inc., the world’s largest manufacturer of non-powered ground support equipment for the airline and air cargo industry and a leading manufacturer of conveyors for the parcel delivery industry, announces that it’s merging with FAST Manufacturing, Inc., a producer of high-quality sprayers and liquid fertilizer equipment for the agricultural industry. The partnership will diversify the…
Read MoreRadley Corporation announces solution platform integration with data capture products to be showcased at MODEX conference and exhibition
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., March 17, 2016 /PRNewswire/ — Radley Corporation, a global manufacturing and supply chain solutions provider and Platinum Intermec reseller announced their participation in the upcoming MODEX conference and exhibition taking place in Atlanta, GA. April 4-7 with plans to showcase their solution platform which integrates with Honeywell products; to educate attendees on how implementing…
Read MoreNew Extra Heavy-Duty Cabinet Offers Safer Gas Cylinder Storage
Illinois Engineered Products today unveiled its new Saf-T-Gas cabinet designed to provide safer storage of compressed gas tanks. Fully compliant with OSHA and NFPA safety requirements, the Saf-T-Gas cabinet is constructed of extra heavy-duty expanded metal mesh which allows for greater ventilation and prevents the buildup of dangerous, flammable gases. The expanded metal mesh used…
Read MoreReduce the Total Lifecycle Cost of Your Extendable Conveyors
How to Improve Total Conveyor Performance Industry-leading clients, such as the U.S. Military, and UPS repeatedly select WASP for conveyors and other distribution center and logistics equipment. WASP delivers lower costs by designing and manufacturing equipment that operates dependably at high performance levels and that is easy to maintain. Moreover, WASP conveyors have long lifetimes.…
Read MoreSchmalz Brings Its Efficient Handling Solutions to Modex 2016
Schmalz Inc. is set to showcase handling solutions for a multitude of intra-logistics applications at Modex, Atlanta (April 4 to 7), at booth 2662. The box gripper for the Jumbo vacuum tube lifter, for instance, allows for the ergonomic handling of standard small load carriers. One of the areas in which it is put to use is…
Read MoreED Series Forklift Scales from IVDT Solutions
Increase your productivity and improve the safe operation of your facility with the “ED” series lift truck scales from IVDT Solutions. www.skidweigh.com About IVDT Solutions For over 30 years IVDT has designed and manufactured industry leading on board material handling systems. Specializing in delivering return on investment solutions for businesses, global customers benefit from increases…
Read MoreWASP Changes Name to FAST Global Solutions to Reflect Significant Company Growth
WASP Inc., is changing its name to FAST Global Solutions. WASP was founded in 1979 and grew to be the world’s largest manufacturer of non-powered ground support equipment for the airline and air cargo industry and a leading manufacturer of conveyors for the parcel delivery industry. In May, WASP acquired FAST Manufacturing, a major manufacturer…
Read MoreInterview with Brian Cohen, Chief Executive of Hänel Storage Systems
DRI’s Dan Charney, President, and Cherie Shepard, Director of Material Handling and Packaging, had the opportunity to interview Brian Cohen, Chief Executive, Hänel Storage Systems, covering everything from his challenges as Chief Executive to what he looks for when hiring industry talent. Tell us a little about yourself. My name is Brian Cohen, and…
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