RFID active tags
Through a new partnership with RFID hardware company Wavetrend, Red Ledge has added active tag technology to its existing RFID portfolio and plans to launch a series of active tag-based, higher-value asset management solutions for supply chain and manufacturing, energy and construction users.
Pallet wrapping solution
Packed with innovative technology, and said to have the lowest turntable height of any available pallet wrapper, the new Nano from Samuel Grant offers a complete turnkey solution.
Safer battery handling
The majority of lift trucks used in warehouses and factories are battery powered. This means that battery handling – including charging and changing – can be one of the most important day-to-day tasks.
Processing streamlined
Tata’s steel distribution centre at Redcar has invested over £1.5m in special cranes from Street Crane Company to improve order turnaround. The Teeside depot refit includes the installation of four 12t SWL overhead travelling cranes of a radically different design that will significantly improve material processing and speed of delivery to customers.
More room with racking
Bidvest Logistics supplies logistics and supply chain solutions to the UK hospitality and restaurant sector.
Double stacking: Care needed
Double stacking of pallets doubles the effective storage area and transport loading density so there is a massive incentive to do so. However, AEC Designs warns that incorrect double stacking can greatly increases risk.
Reel problem solved
Lift Safe has lessened the load in the Coventry manufacturing plant of Mission Foods, a manufacturer of tortilla wraps and flat breads.
Wheelie successful transfer
The component division of a leading German automobile manufacturer has awarded Conveyor Systems Ltd a contract to improve the efficiency in transferring car wheel assemblies between ground and mezzanine floor levels.
Minimal disruption
Colwall Conveyor Systems (CCS) has completed a £480K contract for a UK contract packer, which handles a wide range of drinks including soft drinks, fruit alcoholic beverages and beers.
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