Cold chain warehouse operators have long understood the benefits of warehouse management software (WMS). Increases in accuracy and efficiency were often enough to justify the effort and investment required in the past But the cold chain is becoming more sophisticated and complex, requiring closer interaction with supply chain partners, compliance with even more and stricter regulation, and the ever-present need to deliver innovation to remain competitive. There may be more good reasons why cold chain partners should consider the potential for the latest warehouse management software to support ..read more

Principal Logistics Technologies and Kestronics at Inside Warehouse Logistics Expo (IWLEX) Stand D46 Warehouse management and ERP software developer Principal Logistics Technologies and supply chain technology provider Kestronics work in partnership to offer integrated solutions incorporating each other’s products. These solutions aim to maximise warehouse efficiency with innovations that increase competitiveness, eliminate downtime, reduce costs, and streamline operations. Principal Logistics Technologies’ products include ProSKU SaaS-based WMS and ProWMS enterprise-level warehouse management ..read more

New research from Watco has highlighted the challenges faced by facilities management (FM) professionals in the warehousing and storage sector, and how they impact the ability to run safe and efficient operations The Watco research revealed that more than half (57%) have seen an increase in their workload over the past year. On top of this, over a third (38%) regularly go over budget on urgent repair work to remove hazards. Despite these pressures, respondents from the warehousing and storage sector revealed that almost two thirds (61%) have had their budgets cut by up to 25% in the past year ..read more

Supervisory Board appoints Udo Panenka as member of the Board of Management for Automation Appointment with effect from 1 April 2024 Pooling of units and resources focused on mobile robots, automated storage & retrieval systems and warehouse equipment The Supervisory Board of Jungheinrich AG has decided to establish a new “Automation” division and has appointed Udo Panenka as the member of the Board of Management responsible for this new division with effect from 1 April 2024. He has been appointed for an initial period of three years. As a result, the Jungheinrich Board of Management i ..read more

Inspiring progress in warehouse and logistics practices is essential to streamlined, cost-effective operations. So, step forward Movu Robotics, which is launching a world-leading range of automated warehouse systems at IntraLogisteX, the industry showcase for transformational warehouse and logistics management solutions. IntraLogisteX provides the first promotional event for Movu’s portfolio of cutting-edge technologies since its brand launch in September 2023. A trusted automation and robotics partner for industries worldwide, Movu’s seamless, user-friendly plug-and-play warehouse systems st ..read more

KNAPP, leading technology partner for value chains, is making its MultiScan master data capture system available to customers through short-term rental or outright purchase. MultiScan is an intelligent and customisable master data capture solution. As well as acquiring article dimensions, MultiScan features integrated weight recording and can also capture other data such as fragility and stackability. The solution records all the data needed to optimise the utilisation of storage space and the efficiency of fulfilment operations. “The MultiScan system can be particularly beneficial for compani ..read more

An AGV that offers speed, nimbleness, great lifting capacity and the ability to handle many different pallet types – why Berry Superfos chose Jungheinrich Berry Superfos needed an automated warehouse/shopfloor solution so Jungheinrich got involved… The client Berry Superfos designs, develops and manufactures innovative plastic packaging solutions. When you open your lunchtime soup pot, choose your favourite coffee capsule or pull the lid from your favourite selection tub of confectionery, chances are you’ll be opening a plastic product created by Berry Superfos. The challenge Berry Superfos ha ..read more

Intralogistics operations could better manage unexpected changes in the warehouse by using visualisation and simulation tools for scenario planning, suggests Yale Lift Truck Technologies. “The warehousing industry is constantly changing,” says Ron Farr, Director, Warehouse Sales – EMEA for Yale Lift Truck Technologies. “Businesses in industries such as retail, e-commerce, 3PL, food, and beverage, not only need to specify a fleet that works for them right now, but also consider how that equipment might adapt with them in the future.” Efficient flowthrough and efficient use of site storage are ..read more

The UK Warehousing Association has reacted with frustration to the publication of the Migration Advisory Committee’s (MAC) review of the Shortage Occupation List. Forklift truck drivers and warehouse operatives are not even mentioned in the report. Having led a co-ordinated campaign during the review period in 2022 demonstrating the critical labour shortages being suffered by the warehousing and logistics sector and despite submitting a formal request on behalf of its members, the trade body says its recommendations have been overlooked. CEO Clare Bottle, pictured, protested: “Our industry is ..read more

Piece-picking robotics is making big strides in the warehouse and with the aid of AI could soon be within the grasp of SMEs. Dan Migliozzi, Head of Sales at independent systems integrator, Invar Group, sets out where we are on the journey. Dan Migliozzi, Head of Sales at independent systems integrator Invar What news can there possibly be around piece-picking robots? Arm finds item, picks it up, manipulates or orients it, puts it in the right place – end of. It’s the classic application of industrial robotics and has been so, at least on high volume production lines, for four decades. But in a ..read more