Robots played a key role for Neal’s Yard when it migrated warehouse and transport fulfilment services to a Wincanton high-volume shared user facility.

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Alexandra Herdman asks, where we are now with the HGV driver shortage?

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PALLETWAYS GROUP has launched Palletways ID, a forklift truck-mounted sensor technology, which aims to make existing standalone pallet assessment and measuring technology obsolete, as it combines four key data measurements in one go.

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In recent years the disruption we have seen in our global supply chains has been at historic levels. The triple whammy of Brexit, Coronavirus and geopolitical discord in Eastern Europe, that has culminated in all-out war in the region, has exacted a pressure on supply chains unseen in decades, says Dave Howorth.

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THE VOLUME of speculative logistics and industrial warehouse space under construction in the UK is estimated to double in 2022, says real estate services firm Cushman & Wakefield.

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DHL SUPPLY Chain is offering commercial customers new on-demand packaging solutions to make shipments more cost-effective and environmentally friendly.

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Logistics offers more varied and valuable ways into the industry than you might think, including degree apprenticeships, says Richard Atkinson.

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A scheme to give ex-prisoners another chance at employment is proving a win-win for both employee and employer, with Clipper Logistics supporting it in a big way, says charity Tempus Novo.

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CONVEYOR SYSTEMS Limited (CSL) has added state-of-the-art automated packaging solutions – the CVP Impack and CVP Everest systems – to its latest product offering, working in partnership with Sparck Technologies.

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The Government’s Plastic Packaging Tax (PPT) has now come into play, designed to tackle single use plastic. What now, asks Darren Smith?

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Outsourced PAYE payroll, employee benefits and engagement company HIVE360, has added over 100 accredited workplace training courses to its employee benefits app, including health and safety training courses to ensure employees have the knowledge to follow safe work procedures, and the company’s compliance is up-to-date.

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Specialist temperature controlled 3PL provider, Moran Logistics, has seen its production output ramp up eight-fold since switching to SnapFulfil WMS.

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It has been well documented that the automotive industry has faced a number of challenges over the past two years, but on the flip side the electric car market has been steadily gaining momentum, says Goplasticpallets.com.

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DELEGATES AT this year’s UKWA National Conference, held on March 8, heard from a series of high profile speakers offering advice, insights and inspiration on the theme of Building Tomorrow’s Workforce Today.

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The logistics process has a crucial role to play in driving sustainability, says DHL in its Delivering on circularity, Pathways for fashion and consumer electronics white paper.

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BS Handling Systems has designed and installed a complete materials handling and storage solution at 3PL Noatum Logistics’ latest 378,000 sq ft UK distribution centre in Kent, which caters for eComm, retail and wholesale customers.

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THE LATEST report from Ti – Global e-commerce logistics 2022 – shows growth of 19.9% in 2021 to reach a value of €441.47bn, though growth has slowed from 2020’s Covid-19 induced peak.

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The pandemic has propelled eCommerce to new heights, making online retailers’ use of oversized, wasteful packaging more and more unsustainable, says Jo Bradley.

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A new digital era for retail means analytics are moving to the forefront of the delivery challenge, as the Ecommerce Delivery Benchmark Report 2022 from MetaPack illustrates.

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All types of packaging for transit – either shipping boxes or cartons are usually manufactured from cardboard or corrugated board and designed so that goods reach their intended recipient without damage. 

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A yellow, 610 litre Pallet Container made from High Density Polyethylene with solid walls on 3 skids. Available in a range of colours as well as branding options. Also available in blue, red and green.

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Developed specifically for the storage and distribution of car parts, our Automotive KLT containers conform to European VDA standards. These solid stacking containers range in size from the smallest 300mm L x 200mm W x 147mm H (5.3 litres) to the largest 600mm L x 400mm W x 280mm H (51.9 litres).

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A very strong, long lasting pool pallet, suitable for repeated use. Moulded to withstand rigorous handling, minimising damage in closed loops. Perforated for ventilation and easy cleaning.

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FTC has developed a range of visual warning devices suitable for any type of materials handling equipment. The safety lighting range has been developed to enhance site safety and increase pedestrian awareness of the presence of moving hazards.

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DP World London Gateway has been honoured by rail freight operator DB Schenker Rail UK in a locomotive naming ceremony which took place at the rail terminal at the UK's newest deep-sea container port and logistics park.

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The standard TXP system is designed for internal combustion engine forklifts with an electrically selectable fluid transmission. The system will stop operators from changing gears whilst the engine revs are too high or the road speed is too fast.

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Each pedestrian that works in the specified “danger” area will be issued with an active RFID transmitter that continually emits a dedicated radio frequency, this is then detected by a truck based unit.

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FTC have developed a range of camera systems to act as a security system and/or as a driver aid. Manoeuvring plant equipment safely can be difficult at times and an FTC camera system with in cab driver display offers the driver additional views to assist.

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Forklift truck and human interaction is one of the biggest hazards in the workplace today, in many businesses there is no way of avoiding this, that is why Fork Truck Control have developed a range of products to assist operators in reversing heavy plant equipment safely.

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The speed limiter is a very comprehensive and highly reliable product. The system hard ware is produced by Siemens VDO and has been fitted to over 1,000,000 vehicles worldwide.

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Firetrack is a fully automated self seeking re extinguisher system, designed for specific designated applications rather than a flood system, though it can be used for this purpose.

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The FM Stand Alone Check System is a new and exciting addition to FTC’s already extensive product range. The system aims to provide a cost effective solution to completely replace paper based pre use check lists on any type of materials handling equipment.

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Completely sealed with smooth surfaces, our Hygienic pallets are designed to meet the stringent requirements of food and pharmaceutical applications. Both full perimeter and non-perimeter versions are available in a choice of recycled PP or virgin material. Our super colour version, also comes in blue, red, green and yellow as standard, as well as other special colours and two-colour combinations, upon request.

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An extremely robust automotive sleeve pack, with a unique, injection moulded base and lid for supreme strength. Our range of KLT containers inter-work with the CabCube base and lid to create a complete and reusable, automotive packing system.

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Puma, one of the world's leading sporting goods manufacturers for sport shoes, clothing and accessories, has invested in a new central European Distribution Centre in Geiselwind, Germany. The objective was to bundle multiple B2C/B2B distribution centres into one fulfilment centre. The new omni-channel DC serves all channels (retail/wholesale, direct) from one location and fulfils orders from throughout Europe.

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