Distribution Centers/Warehouse

Caster Concepts Introduces Heavy Duty Casters

September 10, 2024

Caster Concepts, a leading manufacturer of heavy-duty casters and industrial caster wheels, has introduced multiple casters designed for heavy duty, extra heavy duty and super heavy duty applications. With real-world capacities exceeding 100 tons, these casters are custom designed to provide optimal solutions when massive loads need to be moved safely and efficiently. Designed and…

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MAXXDRIVE Gear Units Deliver Powerful Performance

August 30, 2024

MAXXDRIVE industrial gear units from NORD DRIVESYSTEMS are designed to handle heavy-duty applications such as bucket elevators, agitators, conveyor belt drives, mixers, mills, drums, crushers, and more. The product family is available in a parallel shaft design as well as a right-angle design. Constructed according to the UNICASE™ housing principle in which all bearings and seals…

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Staying Ahead of Warehouse and Distribution Center Safety and PPE

August 27, 2024

As Type II safety helmets become standard on job sites, warehouse and distribution centers should consider the same. By: Ryan Barnes, Contributor When considering the difference in safety risks and personal protective equipment (PPE) standards between a construction site and a warehouse or distribution center environment, one might automatically assume that the construction industry poses…

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The Rise of Exosuits

August 27, 2024

A new era of safety for warehouse workers. By: Karl Zelik, Contributor It comes as no surprise that the physical work required in warehouses can lead to serious injury if not approached with proper training and safety measures in place — especially as automation has rapidly increased and created higher physical expectations from workers to…

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How Automation is Making Warehouse Jobs Safer

August 27, 2024

Automated fulfillment solutions address safety challenges head-on. By: Kari Miikkulainen, Contributor In the fast-paced world of warehouse and distribution center (DC) operations, employee safety and well-being is a critical concern. Traditionally, these environments have relied heavily on manual labor, often requiring employees to perform physically demanding tasks like lifting and carrying heavy crates of goods,…

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Automating Dimensioning & Weighing

August 27, 2024

The final 100 feet of your warehouse is the best place to start improving outgoing shipping operations. Contributor: MHI’s SLAM Industry Group One of the fastest ways to save money is to automate your final 100 feet. Here’s how to take charge of your cubing and weighing tasks. If you’re looking for a surefire way…

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PFlow Industries to Showcase VRC Applications at NAEC 2024

August 27, 2024

Explore Innovative Material Lifting Solutions at Booth #1535 PFlow Industries, the pioneer in vertical reciprocating conveyor (VRC) technology, is excited to announce its participation in the upcoming National Association of Elevator Contractors (NAEC) Expo. The event will take place from September 23-26, 2024, at the Atlantic City Convention Center in New Jersey. Attendees can visit…

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Olvi Brewery Expands with Second Automated Warehouse from Cimcorp

August 8, 2024

Cimcorp, a pioneer of intralogistics automation specialized in fresh food handling and tire-handling solutions, announces it has supplied a new high-bay automated warehouse to its longtime customer Olvi plc, one of the leading beverage producers in Finland and the Baltic region. This is the second automated warehouse Cimcorp has implemented at Olvi’s headquarters in Iisalmi,…

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ELOKON Reveals Trends & Tips on Global Forklift Safety

August 8, 2024

ELOKON, Inc., a leading innovator in automated forklift safety and fleet management systems, unveiled emerging trends in forklift safety along with tips on how to ensure workforce safety in dynamic warehouses, distribution centers and manufacturing facilities. These trends and tips will be discussed in depth in ELOKON’s booth (#1564)—and a seminar by ELOKON CEO Alex Glasmacher—at the American Society of Safety…

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Stoecklin Logistics Expands North American Team

July 30, 2024

Stoecklin Logistics, Inc., a leading provider of automated material handling and warehouse storage systems, is pleased to announce it has welcomed three new experts to its North American team. Strategically located near Stoecklin Logistics’ U.S. office in Georgia, each new hire comes with an extensive background in automated equipment systems and will leverage their combined…

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