As a result of today’s e-commerce environment, every warehouse and distribution center is feeling the impact of the need to move more product faster and at a higher capacity. To stay competitive, facilities need to use taller pallets and move heavier loads, and material handling manufacturers are helping them do just that. As a result,…
Read More >>Combilift announces the launch of Combi-Connect. It is a telematic software product that provides its customers with greater levels of insight into fleet management and utilisation, providing real-time data on fleet performance, including location tracking, usage analytics, and maintenance alerts. With this invaluable information at their fingertips, businesses can optimise operations. Based on a subscription…
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Irish materials handling manufacturer Combilift has launched its first autonomous vehicle at the annual Fabtech trade show. Developed by Combilift’s dedicated automation team, the Combi-AGT is a 4-wheel electric stand-on model, which is the world’s first autonomous dual operational sideloader for long loads. Celebrating 25 years in business, Combilift is acknowledged as being at the…
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Monaghan based manufacturing firm celebrates 25 years with three new product launches Combilift, the largest global manufacturer of multidirectional, articulated forklifts and straddle carriers, announced its move into the offshore wind sector with the launch of a new product designed to meet the load handling demands of largescale offshore wind manufacturers. As the green energy…
Read More >>OSHA says that forklift accidents injure almost 100,000 workers annually. Clearly, forklift operation carries risk, but taking preventative measures can help. EnerSys® takes a preventative approach to lift truck safety and productivity. EnerSys turnkey power systems draw from a range of advanced battery and charger technologies, plus expert monitoring, data analysis, support and training. We…
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ABB Robotics has released its new modular OptiFact™ software platform, which streamlines data collection, visualization, and analysis in automated production facilities. The platform enables users to collect, manage, and analyze data from hundreds of factory devices, including ABB robots, to determine key performance indicators including cycle time and overall equipment efficiency (OEE). By speeding up…
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Author: Tim Karimov, President of OneCharge Lithium Batteries The electric forklift rental business model benefits greatly from switching the equipment to lithium batteries from widespread lead-acid batteries. Lithium batteries have longer lifespans, are more economical and durable, and require less maintenance, resulting in improved profitability for forklift dealers and helping customers achieve their sustainability objectives.…
Read More >>PAC Machinery (PAC) had one of its most successful tradeshow events at the PACK EXPO Las Vegas show held September 11-13, at the Las Vegas, NV Convention Center. PAC ranked in the top twenty exhibits of interest by show attendees out of over 2,300 exhibitors as a result of attendees adding PAC Machinery to their…
Read More >>Manufacturers are adopting more automation, and robotic technologies to help solve challenges and improve their operations. As part of this, cobots are growing in popularity, however, utilization is not always at its best. Flextur’s Cobot Welding System integrates with welding cobots to create a highly productive welding cell while maintaining accuracy, efficiency, and safety. Manufacturers…
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Containment pallets safely store hazardous substances New DENIOS drum spill containment pallets catch spills, drips, and leaks to keep work areas clean and safe, making them ideal for the safe storage of oils, coolants, acids, caustics, and other corrosive liquids. They feature completely sealed, seamless processed poly construction that is 100 percent liquid tight. An innovative…
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