In this Issue:
- MODEX 2024: See a spectrum of solutions
- System Report: Look inside Pan Pacific Pet
- Special Report: 2024 Productivity Achievement Awards
- Reader Survey: Annual automation study
- Equipment Report: Pocket sortation
Modern Materials Handling Magazine Archives
February 2024 Modern Materials Handling
In Canada, a new robotics goods-to-person fulfillment system is transforming distribution at one of the largest suppliers of pet-related products.
A new goods-to-person robotic technology is the heart of Pan Pacific Pet’s order fulfillment strategy.
Modern’s annual Productivity Achievement Awards honor companies that have made exceptional operational gains in warehouse automation, robotics, DC network strategy, and a spirit of innovation.
Our annual Peerless Research Group (PRG) study tracks increased use of technology and automation in warehouses and distribution centers nationwide.
Pocket sorters excel at buffering, sequencing, as well as sortation, making them a good fit for companies trying to pull off highly efficient order consolidation for store and e-commerce orders—as well as put returned goods right back into the fulfillment flow.
Our editor sat down with Jordan Taft, Welder at Raymond Corporation to discuss his career and future plans.
Regular inspection of all critical aspects of each truck can help curb maintenance costs.
That palletizer/depalletizer might look like one fierce piece of automation. And it is. But its softer side is all about the collaboration that made it work so hard for you.
Book Depot’s fulfillment center makes gains in speed, efficiency and accuracy by deploying glove-based wearable scanners.
For motors, gears and gearboxes, it’s all about building on what you’ve got in place today. Yes, you can do better, and you will.
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Latest in Materials Handling
Boscov’s: Speed regained in retail distribution
May 7, 2024
A complete modernization of the sortation and conveyance at Boscov’s DC, along with updated software and a new order processing area, have transformed the ability of the department store chain’s DC to move more cartons in less time, with fewer labor resources, while permitting more frequent replenishment shipment for stores.
Women in Manufacturing Association to offer 4th annual Moms in MFG Conference
May 7, 2024
Event brings together manufacturing professionals with dual responsibilities of career and caregiving
Fox Robotics and KION NA announce strategic partnership
May 7, 2024
Company collaboration scales supply chain for FoxBot ATL, establishes nationwide service and support network for autonomous forklifts
Ergonomics Update: Hearing protection in the warehouse
May 6, 2024
Warehouses and DCs turn their focus to protecting workers’ hearing and dimming the noise within the four walls.
Parcel handling on the move
May 6, 2024
Between the variety of packages and heavy volumes, parcel handling can be daunting. However, it’s manageable—especially with the help of automation.
An inside look at picking technologies
May 6, 2024
From pick-to-light to the most advanced robotics, picking technologies are rapidly changing order fulfillment.
April Services PMI contracts following 15 months of growth, reports ISM
May 6, 2024
The Services PMI, at 49.4 (a reading of 50 or higher signals growth) fell 2.0%. The last time the index contracted was in December 2022, when it came in at 49 and prior to that the last month seeing contraction was in May 2020, when it came in at 45.4.
Where rack meets automation
May 6, 2024
Order profiles are changing, and that means your rack should, too.
Sponsored Content
Comau’s Advanced Solutions Drive The Benefits Of Automation For Diversified Industries May 6, 2024
Over the years, Comau has increasingly focused on implementing key technology enablers that transform conventional robotics into advanced robotics.
Toyota Industries Corporation launches Toyota Automated Logistics Group to house acquired companies
May 6, 2024
Toyota Industries Corporation (TICO) has launched Toyota Automated Logistics Group (TALG) to house its existing subsidiary, Toyota L&F, alongside the companies it acquired in 2017 (Bastian Solutions and Vanderlande) and 2022 (viastore).
Modernization at Boscov’s
May 6, 2024
Boscov’s Department Stores DC makes gains from new sortation, controls and software plus racked order processing area.
RoboGeorgia launches to make Georgia a leading robotics and automation hub
May 3, 2024
The member-driven organization brings together industry leaders, educational institutions, and community organizers to position Georgia at the forefront of robotics and automation innovation.
Vehicle-mounted computers: Beyond rugged
May 2, 2024
The traditional vehicle-mounted computer has always had to stand up to harsh operating conditions, now communications flexibility and data insights are also part of these solutions.
New packaging idea for the cold chain
May 2, 2024
In case you missed it, there doesn’t have to be any plastic involved to protect perishables from temperature variation during shipment. Here’s how it’s done.
Remembering John Hill
May 2, 2024
Every so often we’re hit with the news of someone passing that makes us stop in our tracks. It’s often a musician or an actor that bring back good memories of another time. There’s a moment of reflection, maybe a tear is shed, and then the moment is gone.
