Modex 2024 will be held from March 11-14 at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, Georgia. Stop by and say hello to PFlow’s product experts in Booth #B1019.  As the speed of manufacturing and supply chain operations continues to accelerate, the future of our industry depends on today’s forward-thinking decisions. From illuminating education to emerging technologies and equipment in action, MODEX lets you see the full spectrum of what’s now and what’s next — and take advantage of it to futureproof your supply chain for years to come. PFlow Industries is ready to talk with you ab ..read more

Vertical reciprocating conveyors (VRCs) allow integrated material handling systems to work across multiple levels in today’s automated warehouses.  That’s a critical advantage for companies looking to maximize expensive storage space while reducing material handling, and fulfillment times. In this article, we examine what goes into ensuring a seamless integration of VRC equipment with existing warehouse automation systems.  We’ll look at why VRC technology offers critical advantages for automated warehouses. Then we’ll review some key planning steps, technical considerations, and ..read more

Multilevel automated warehouses raise the game for materials handling logistics, adding sheer scale and compounding complexity for workflows, infrastructure, and integration. In this blog, we break down eight of the biggest challenges that engineers and project managers face when rolling out multilevel warehouse automation solutions. We’ll also address how the powerful, optimized lifting capabilities offered by vertical reciprocating conveyors can help solve each of these challenges. Read on to learn more. Full Stack: Challenges of Multilevel Automation Multilevel warehouses are becomi ..read more

Micro fulfillment centers, which are small warehouses often located deep in crowded urban centers, allow direct-to-consumer retailers to get closer to their customers. However, they also have logistical challenges not seen in traditional full-scale distribution centers.  Close to Home: Automating Micro Fulfillment Centers Now, more than ever, shoppers are relying on e-commerce to get the products they need delivered directly to their doors. Companies are shifting to direct-to-consumer models and offering rapid or even same-day fulfillment to meet unprecedented demand from this new ..read more

Spiraling labor costs, just-in-time ordering, and direct-to-consumer sales are driving the need to automate every part of your supply chain — including warehousing. As warehouse automation gathers pace, the need for safe, reliable lifting equipment capable of raising and lowering large and small loads is only going to increase.  Vertical reciprocating conveyors, or VRCs, are designed to handle a wide range of industrial lifting challenges. Robust, flexible, and almost infinitely customizable, VRCs replace stairs, ramps, forklifts, and elevators with a vertical lifting solution that can ..read more

As more and more companies expand e-commerce operations to embrace next-day-delivery capabilities and direct-to-consumer (DTC) marketing models, warehouse space is becoming an increasingly precious commodity. The Cushman & Wakefield Marketbeat Report found that U.S. industrial vacancy fell to an all-time low of just 3.2% in 2022, while average industrial rental rates hit an all-time high. Add to that soaring labor costs and persistent post-COVID inflation spreading through already stressed supply chains and you have a seriously sticky situation in warehouses and distribution centers (DC ..read more

What sets PFlow Industries apart from other vertical reciprocating conveyor manufacturers? While we are known for our innovative, purpose-built, precision-engineered lifting solutions and industry-leading customer support, the real strength of PFlow lies in our people. Owning It: How People Drive the PFlow Difference At PFlow we know it takes great people to build great machinery and industrial equipment that’s built to last. That’s why we’ve long recognized the critical role our employees play in our success by giving them a stake in the company itself. Today, PFlow is a 100% employee-own ..read more

What sets PFlow Industries apart from other vertical reciprocating conveyor manufacturers? While we are known for our innovative, purpose-built, precision-engineered lifting solutions and industry-leading customer support, the real strength of PFlow lies in our people. Owning It: How People Drive the PFlow Difference At PFlow we know it takes great people to build great machinery and industrial equipment that’s built to last. That’s why we’ve long recognized the critical role our employees play in our success by giving them a stake in the company itself. Today, PFlow is a 100% employee-own ..read more

Moving materials through your facility safely and efficiently is critical to your success, so finding the right material-handling partner is essential. Here’s how to find a material-handling provider who will help take your business to new heights. With soaring warehousing costs, continuing supply chain snafus, and critical labor shortages, you’ve got enough on your plate without worrying about bottlenecks in your facility’s workflow or costly material handling mishaps that lead to product damage. You need a reliable material-handling provider who understands your business, listens to yo ..read more

Are you considering installing a new elevator or replacing an existing elevator for use in moving materials in your facility?  Now is a great time to consider installing a vertical reciprocating converyor (VRC) instead. 7 Reasons to Consider Installing a VRC Versus an Elevator If you need a safe, efficient, and cost-effective way to move materials to two or more floor levels (including mezzanines, balconies, or pick modules), it is time to consider a VRC. Why should you install a VRC versus an elevator? 1. Overall Cost Savings As freight and other conventional elevators move pe ..read more