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The Material Handling Blog
The Comprehensive Solution for Fluid Trailer Loading: ULTRA BLUE® Automated Robotic Truck Loader
The Comprehensive Solution for Fluid Trailer Loading: ULTRA BLUE® Automated Robotic Truck Loader
Trent Wideman | 8 March 2023
Bringing the Future to You at ProMat 2023
Bringing the Future to You at ProMat 2023
Grace Stafford & Katie Smith | 15 March 2023
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The Value of Intralogistics Software in Effective Material Handling
John Young
February 15, 2023
Material handling is a very exciting industry to be a part of in 2023. The demand for fast, efficient and reliable storage and fulfillment is higher than ever, which has led to some amazing advancements in technology. Goods to person systems, robotics, automated trailer loading, and automated vehicles are just a few of the amazing technologies that everyone in the industry is talking about. These solutions can add incredible value to a distribution center, but there is a critical piece behind the scenes that can make or break the entire system: software.
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WES
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Tackling Returns: An Online Clothing Retailer Changes the Game
Kyle McCarty
December 14, 2022
Dealing with returns and reverse logistics can be a struggle for ecommerce order fulfillment - especially in the retail and consumer goods industries. Here's how we helped one client improve their returns process.
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automated packing
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ecommerce
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retail automation
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reverse logistics
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returns
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right-sized packaging
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polybag
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Automation: A Backbone to Streamline your Omnichannel Processes
Harish Kulkarni
November 23, 2022
In this fast-paced industry where customers are looking for the fastest delivery and using multiple channels to complete their purchases, brands need to be nonstop active. Today, almost all consumers check reviews and compare prices both online and offline before making a purchase.
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autonomous vehicles
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goods to person systems
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omni-channel distribution
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robotic piece picking
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4 Questions to Ask Before Selecting Goods-to-Person Solutions
Linda Grady
August 17, 2022
Over the past few years, the phrase “goods to person” has become mainstream. As distribution facilities look to service customers more quickly, optimize warehouse space, and improve accuracy of order fulfillment, goods-to-person technologies have become a realistic option to accomplish these goals.
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automation
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AutoStore
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goods to person
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Servus
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Sorting Through Sorters: Your Guide to Sortation Conveyor
Kyle Eubanks
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Sommer Miller
July 27, 2022
The heart of most distribution centers today is sortation. If it is applied correctly, products are efficiently routed to appropriate areas of the facility. Applied incorrectly, and the consequences can be catastrophic, often times costing companies millions of dollars in wasted labor and non-value added processes. Read: Your Guide to Sortation Conveyors
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distribution center automation
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sortation conveyor
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sorters
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3 Steps to Choosing Material Handling Technologies that Last
Bastian Himmeroeder
July 06, 2022
Technology advancements are being made all the time, whether it’s new gadgets or software. In fact, it seems as though any time you look at the latest tech news a newer version of a product you've just purchased has come out. The same challenge exists with material handling and supply chain automation. Whether it's upgrading a conveyor system, adding a goods to person or AS/RS (automated storage and retrieval system), or state-of-the-art robotic automation, there are several factors that one should consider when looking into a new technology.
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innovation
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material handling technologies
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AMR
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autonomous mobile robotics
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automation system innovation
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Optimizing the Outbound Logistics Process
Sriram Bandal
June 29, 2022
With the boom in the ecommerce market, companies will have to optimize outbound processes in order to keep up with the race and continue to meet customer expectations – correct orders with on time fulfilment. Let's look at how.
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AGVs
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Conveyor System
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sortation
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ancillary equipment
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AMR
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outbound handling
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4 DC Design Focus Areas: Beyond Automated Warehouse Technology
Adam Cole
June 22, 2022
Streamlining the complex processes of getting products from inbound receiving to outbound truck loading requires thoughtful orchestration of functions within the four walls of distribution and fulfillment centers that extends beyond selecting the right automated technology. Let’s take a look at five more areas that you’ll want to consider during the planning phase to unlock even more efficiency opportunities.
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DC Automation
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lean optimization
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optimizing building space
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automation training
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Industry News
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The Supply Chain
Small Scale Robotic Automation Drives a Big Impact for Gerrie Electric’s Distribution
Jacob Notten
June 15, 2022
“Our existing 26,000 square foot facility was just not enough.” Gerrie Electric turned to small scale automation to unlock warehouse footprint and productivity opportunities quickly and reliably. The result – error-free picking, a boost in throughput, a trajectory to achieve and beat a targeted 3-year ROI and room to accommodate their immediate growth for additional robots and ports to handle the increased demand. As the largest independent, electrical lighting and automation distributor in Ontario, Canada, Gerrie Electric serves customers ranging from car and steel OEMs, pharmaceuticals and individual contractors performing on-site electrical installations.
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AutoStore
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case study
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goods to person
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WES
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New Trends and Technologies
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The Supply Chain
5 Common Mistakes in Distribution Center Operation Design
Adam Cole
June 08, 2022
Before products can be sent on their way to individual doorsteps or stores, there are a lot of individual yet highly connected functions. All of these tasks are housed in a single DC (distribution center). As straightforward as it may seem to get products from inbound receiving docks to outbound shipping and truck loading, there are a few key considerations to avoid common mistakes in layout and design. Unlocking efficiency opportunities means thinking through safety considerations, the placement of functions and technologies in the warehouse, understanding of drawbacks or potential challenges, and evaluating what can and cannot or should not be automated. Let’s take a look at some of the common mistakes and considerations to avoid them.
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consulting
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DC Automation
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operational efficiency
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DC operations
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Key Interface Testing for a Successful and Seamless AS/RS Integration
Nick VanWallaghen
June 01, 2022
The testing phase is one of the most crucial and often overlooked project phases when planning for an AS/RS (automated storage and retrieval system). Selecting an optimal technology for a customer’s specific needs is only the first step of the process, testing helps to highlight additional opportunities, refine warehouse operations with the new automation, as well as mitigate unforeseen challenges. As we look into what goes into a typical test plan for an AS/RS, there are four stages that can be considered testing staples: remote interface testing, internal integration testing, integration testing with the customer and UAT (user acceptance testing) with the customer.
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acceptance testing
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AS/RS
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automated storage and retrieval
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automation software
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integration
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Controls & Software
How to Fix Conveyor Belt Tracking in 3 Easy Steps
Scott Wargny
May 11, 2022
One of the biggest pain points in the life of a maintenance technician or installer is conveyor belt tracking. Here are a few helpful tips to lookout for and an easy, 3-step process to get your belt running right down the middle.
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conveyor belt tracking
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conveyor maintenance
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Customer Support
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how-to
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