Information on automated materials handling equipment and ideas for automating your manufacturing facility or distribution center to reduce manual labor—delivered through news and feature stories, case studies and columns. en-us http://www.mmh.com/community/Materials+Handling+Automation/48537.html?nid=4130 2009 Reed Business Information. Subject to its Terms of Use. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 17:03:17 PST http://www.mmh.com/article/CA6705852.html?nid=4130 Virtual tradeshow on Dec. 7 will look at trends in materials handling automation Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST http://www.mmh.com/article/CA6705841.html?nid=4130 To handle taller units and heavier loads, high capacity spirals are engin-eered to carry 75 pounds per linear foot of conveyor at speeds up to 200 feet per minute. Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST http://www.mmh.com/article/CA6705194.html?nid=4130 The 265R and 480R automated dimensional weighing systems for parcel and SKU manifesting are quiet, laser-free and ergonomic. Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST http://www.mmh.com/article/CA6705283.html?nid=4130 KardexRemstar is a leading provider of automated storage and retrieval systems for manufacturing, distribution and warehousing applications. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST http://www.mmh.com/article/CA6705238.html?nid=4130 Details include low-interest loans, job creation tax credit Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST http://www.mmh.com/article/CA6705193.html?nid=4130 Using non-contact, ISO 15693 compliant passive data carrier technology, the M-M RFID direct metal-mount system allows the tag to be mounted directly on any alloy or metal surface without interference or loss in range. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST http://www.mmh.com/article/CA6703780.html?nid=4130 The ConveyLinx control system for motor-driven rollers operates multiple zones of linear conveyor without any special tools or software. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 PST http://www.mmh.com/article/CA6703602.html?nid=4130 Manufacturer of thermoforming and sealing machines joins forces with maker of carousels and automated storage and retrieval systems. Fri, 23 Oct 2009 00:00:00 PST http://www.mmh.com/article/CA6701030.html?nid=4130 Winner with the oldest working bar code device receives mobile handheld computer. Thu, 08 Oct 2009 00:00:00 PST http://www.mmh.com/article/CA6701025.html?nid=4130 The report takes a new look at automated materials handling's return on investment. Thu, 08 Oct 2009 00:00:00 PST http://www.mmh.com/article/CA6700701.html?nid=4130 Kroger is building store-ready mixed pallets in an automated environment that streamlines processes in the DC and in the store. Wed, 07 Oct 2009 00:00:00 PST http://www.mmh.com/article/CA6700700.html?nid=4130 Using the new system, picking productivity increased from 140 lines to nearly 900 lines per man hour. Wed, 07 Oct 2009 00:00:00 PST http://www.mmh.com/article/CA6700699.html?nid=4130 End users have been looking for a way to automate mixed-SKU palletizing and each picking for years. In the right applications, those solutions are within reach now. Wed, 07 Oct 2009 00:00:00 PST http://www.mmh.com/article/CA6700532.html?nid=4130 Through the first half of 2009, orders for new equipment across all product categories tracked by MHIA were down nearly 45% compared to 2008, while demand was down nearly 39%. Tue, 06 Oct 2009 00:00:00 PST http://www.mmh.com/article/CA6702471.html?nid=4130 When the Gucci Group decided to consolidate all distribution into its existing facility, it became apparent the company would have to modify its distribution philosophy. "We merged 200,000 square feet of operation into our existing 100,000-square-foot facility," says Tony Mauro, vice president of operations. Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 PST http://www.mmh.com/article/CA6702470.html?nid=4130 For a company seeking to become the supplier of choice for an international region, only the most efficient materials handling solutions will do. For Coca-Cola Amatil (CCA), an 18,000-employee bottling and distribution company for Coca-Cola products in the Oceania region, the solution required an assortment of automation, including pallet conveyors, automated trailer unloading and automated sta... Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 PST http://www.mmh.com/article/CA6702469.html?nid=4130 When a military aircraft manufacturer installed new dividers to work with its vertical lifts, the upgrade had significant secondary benefits. Not only did the new dividers cost less than half their metal counterparts, they weighed nearly half as much, too—allowing the manufacturer to store more product in its system. Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 PST http://www.mmh.com/article/CA6702466.html?nid=4130 United Natural Foods wanted to minimize mis-picks at its new distribution center in Sarasota, Fla. By fitting its pick line with voice prompt technology and light indicators, the company minimized human error. And by complementing the system with order recognition software and hardware, production has surpassed its expectations. Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 PST http://www.mmh.com/article/CA6702463.html?nid=4130 The customer is always right, but not always right on time. After installing a tailor-made and innovative storage and order fulfillment solution, European tool supplier Ferdinand Gross was able to extend the incoming order cutoff time by more than 80% and shorten order fulfillment times by the same percentage. Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 PST http://www.mmh.com/article/CA6702457.html?nid=4130 In 2004, clothing supplier Gear for Sports began applying lean principles to its manufacturing and distribution operations to increase productivity, achieve higher labor efficiency, and sustain superior product quality standards. The company began by consolidating five warehouses into one new distribution center. Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 PST