Voice Picking is fast becoming the most efficient method of order picking in the warehouse, however the technology has come under fire from claims it has an alleged ‘dehumanising effect’ on employees.
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Peri, which produces formwork systems for the construction industry, has brought in a new fleet of lift trucks to handle increased levels of business and the need to lift heavier products.
British Airways Regional Cargo is using a sophisticated web based vehicle tracking service to record the minute by minute movement of air cargo.
A new European standard for warehouse floors is under discussion.
Linde AG is rebranding its materials handling division in preparation for its sale. The new independent holding company known as Kion group, will consist of Linde AG’s three brands; Linde, Still and OM.
Automated solutions can streamline manual handling operations and minimise repetitive high risk tasks, according to materials handling specialist Kardex.
Manhattan Associates has increased its labour management market share to 38.7 per cent,
Motorola is set to buy Symbol Technologies for around £2.1bn.
German truck maker MAN is expected to launch a £6.4 billion takeover bid for Swedish rival Scania in a move that would make it Europe’s largest manufacturer of heavy commercial vehicles.
Sammons Enterprises has purchased the materials handling division of Finning (UK), the official dealer of Cat Lift trucks warehouse and counterbalance equipment in Great Britain.
