productOff to Sweden
Swisslog has been awarded a major order for a new distribution centre in Sweden by the Varner Group, a retailer of fashion brands in Scandinavia.
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productUpgrades to collision warning system
The Collision Sentry collision warning system was designed to create a safer working environment in industrial settings by reducing or eliminating ‘blind corner’ collisions that can occur when forklift traffic and pedestrian traffic intersect.
productBuilt to survive stormy seas
Spiroflow has helped a major petroleum company make substantial savings on its shipping costs, by manufacturing and supplying handling and conveying equipment for operation on a gas rig located in a region renowned for extreme weather conditions.
productShortlisted in two categories
Voiteq, known for its Voice-Directed Work solutions, has been shortlisted with its customer Kellogg’s in the 18th European Supply Chain Excellence Awards. The project was entered for both the Technology and Consumer Product categories, and made it to the final stages in both areas.
productNew £3m hoist factory
Visitors from around the world joined Street Crane to celebrate the opening of its new £3m hoist factory this September. Street is said to be the UK’s largest crane and hoist manufacturer and around 70% of its £35m turnover is derived from the sale of hoists and crane kits to overseas manufacturers.
productChoose the right transmission
Many companies are unaware of the impact the choice of transmission can have on the productivity of an operation. Addressing this, Toyota Material Handling UK has produced a video on selecting the right transmission for engine-powered forklifts.
productLighter, stronger, modular handling
Available in the UK from the Tube and Bracket Company, the new Graphit system from Trilogiq comprises a complete set of composite, aluminium and stainless-steel components including tubes, connectors and roller beds that can be assembled into adaptable trolleys, racks and other bespoke structures to stock, store and transport items in a wide range of industries and applications.
articleA day in the life of a service technician
As part of the Terex Year of the Service Technician initiative, Alan Gaskin, vice president, operations, Terex Material Handling, spent a day with Demag senior service technician, Derek Yarnold. The visit was one of several by members of the Terex Senior Management Team, accompanying service personnel to gain first hand experience of their roles.
productSwift operators
Working through Building Craftsmen, a Dumfries-based contractor, Hart Door Systems has completed installation of more Speedor ‘Minis’ at Arla Foods’ production facility at Melton Mowbray.
articleMaterial matters
It’s not often that fairytales feature in IP&E but, to make its point about the importance of using appropriate materials for workplace barriers, A-Safe asks us to dig deep into our memories and recall the tale of The Three Little Pigs
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