Logistics Business Magazine

MAY 6, 2020

They include sheet materials, logs, profiles, marble blocks and containers as well as project cargo such as paper reels, steel coils and machinery, many of which are oversized or of non-standard dimensions. This holds the material within the container while the metal sheet is slipped out from underneath it.

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Conger

MARCH 22, 2024

These driverless machines have replaced some manual labor and forklifts, moving materials efficiently and safely, thus redefining industrial operations. In this article, we explore how these AGVs are changing the warehouse industry by minimizing human error, reducing labor costs, and setting new standards for productivity and safety.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JANUARY 3, 2024

2023 Best Of Logistics Content Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - January 3, 2024 For the second consecutive year, The Logistics Blog® has earned its place in the prestigious 2023 45 Best Freight Blogs and Websites You Should Follow list, selected by Feedspot.com (..)

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Logistics Business Magazine

APRIL 6, 2020

Asked to describe the process, Jason West replies, ‘Initially, we were able to consolidate the construction materials at ExCeL, however, we were subsequently informed that the NHS would need the designated area for other purposes. The post Case Study: The Building of NHS Nightingale appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.

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Camelot 3PL Software

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

To stay competitive in this dynamic industry, 3PL warehouses need innovative marketing strategies to attract new customers and retain existing ones. Share case studies showcasing your successful partnerships and solutions. Set up an interactive booth, distribute promotional materials, and network with potential clients.

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Material Handling and Logistics

FEBRUARY 7, 2018

A new study from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville’s Global Supply Chain Institute suggests some of the fault resides in the tendency of organizations to omit supply chain considerations when assessing a new product’s business case. “A Note: This article originally appeared on the University of Tennessee Knoxville website.

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Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

MHS, a single-source provider of material handling automation and software solutions, announces a new multi-part online experience scheduled to run October through November. Following each event, attendees receive exclusive access to supplementary resources like white papers, case studies and infographics to continue their experience.

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Material Handling and Logistics

APRIL 3, 2018

The company aims to enroll all of its export and domestic suppliers in China, starting with 100 of its top suppliers, into an emissions reduction program. Walmart is aiming big when it comes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions in China. The 50 MMT emissions reduction target in China is part of this goal.

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Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 4, 2020

ESP will also benefit from significant savings on fuel costs throughout the contract because it is cheaper for them to run this electric fleet compared to their old LP gas trucks.”. What’s more, we’ve succeeded in reducing the size of their fleet as well as their carbon footprint.”. It’s good for operations and the environment.

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Logistics Business Magazine

APRIL 20, 2020

In addition, the box had to meet a range of ergonomic and technical requirements capable of yielding efficiencies in material handling and distribution logistics. The sustainable material, from which the new reusable totes are manufactured, is hygienic and easy to clean. The Approach.

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Envase Technologies

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

The downside is that longer-term deals can significantly reduce flexibility in the yard, a major deterrent. Since the operation was already in place to accommodate this new business, additional operational costs have been minimal, meaning marketplace revenue has had a material impact on ITS Conglobal’s profitability.

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The Lean Thinker

MARCH 23, 2023

Today there are a lot of people, both internal trainers and quite a few outside training companies and consultants, using this material to teach. In many cases the material these current-day trainers use deviates very little from the source material. The challenge, of course, is that nobody owns this material.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 7, 2020

Supply chain strategy is critical to business success, but companies often underestimate its importance and hence pay it less leadership attention than other areas of operation. Supply Chain Strategy. In other words, the majority did not recognise the need for close alignment between supply chain and general business strategies.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 30, 2018

The strategy involves leveraging a competitive bidding process or reverse auction for the most expensive type of freight movement – spot market/expedited freight. Consider the potential savings. If a competitive spot bid tool can save even 3 percent on $10 million, that saves this shipper $300,000 a year.

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Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

APRIL 15, 2023

In this blog post, it will explored how implementing innovative logistics solutions within universities can lead to significant improvements in resource management, cost savings, and overall sustainability, drawing on academic research, statistical data, and real-world success stories. According to a study by Barth et al.

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Blue Grace Logistics

APRIL 18, 2023

From 2010 to 2020, they also reduced emissions across their global operations 52% through energy efficiency and renewable electricity. This also includes using at least 50% recycled material in packaging by 2030, and their Science Based Target (SBT) is to reduce greenhouse gas emissions 25% across the entire value chain by 2030.

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Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

A recent study by MHP – A Porsche Company in collaboration with PohlCon impressively demonstrates how the use of inductive charging can increase the productivity of automated guided vehicles (AGVs) in logistics by up to 50 percent. Here, the fleet size was reduced by 30%, resulting in significant cost savings.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 9, 2019

One of the most crucial ingredients in the materials handling industry is the safe transportation of packaged goods from origin to destination. They are designed to meet their customers’ individual needs, whether that be crush resistant, dynamic loading and vibration, radial compression, rigid or malleable materials.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MAY 27, 2020

Even the empties at the assembly line are automatically recorded on the shelves using special KanBan antennas in order to enable automatic material retrieval. Unobstructed, predictable cycles and the reduction of waiting times have been successfully and significantly improved throughout the logistics process. [1]

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The Lean Thinker

SEPTEMBER 27, 2019

The fact that a shipment of material hadn’t been loaded onto the truck to an outside process is brought up. Because these senior level executives are competing with one another for how much “savings” they can show. I am sitting in on a daily production status meeting. Result at the working level?

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Kanban Logistics

AUGUST 13, 2020

Right now, your buyers probably spend a good percentage of their time negotiating with, and procuring goods from, makers of boxes, nuts, bolts, and other consumable parts and materials. By allowing your 3PL provider to purchase non-strategic materials on your behalf , you’ll reap the following rewards: Keep your cash longer.

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Ottawa Logistics

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Our advanced order management system automates many of the steps involved, reducing the potential for errors and delays. Eco-Friendly Packaging and Carbon Offset Shipping To uphold Flufs commitment to sustainability, we use recycled and recyclable packaging materials whenever possible. What is eco logistics?

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

For an operation dealing with diverse loads of different shapes and sizes, a one-size-fits-all approach to its materials handling needs is unlikely to deliver the levels of productivity required. The Yale equipment on-site is tailored specifically to meet Marston’s materials handling requirements. In safe hands.

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CLX Logistics

MAY 15, 2024

In this Case Study, we’re discussing the successes of the partnership and the tools and methodology that will fuel continued success in Europe and other regions. Should raw materials be produced domestically or imported? Should raw materials be produced domestically or imported?

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 15, 2018

In this case study, STILL UK, part of the global materials handling player, explains how it set about winning safety and compliance certifications: STILL in the UK has 220 employees and offers a full range of materials handling equipment along with nationwide service coverage.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

The Pick and Put to Light technology is a major advance in productivity and reduces picking errors. “ The post Case Study: From Pick to Shout to Pick to Light appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine. Depending on the product groups (fresh or packaged) and the sales channel, Pick or Put processes are chosen.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 27, 2016

Reusable packaging goes far beyond just reducing packaging costs. It can affect five key areas of your business in addition to reducing your packaging costs up to 90% in some cases. Some of the information may surprise you because it is not quite as obvious as the apparent savings that are available! The Evidence.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MAY 14, 2019

By far the most significant part of Highlander’s business involves processing waste paper on behalf of, and selling recycled material directly to, paper mills and packaging companies. The post Case Study: Cut Those Curtainsider Complications appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.

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CLX Logistics

MAY 15, 2024

In this Case Study, we’re discussing the successes of the partnership and the tools and methodology that will fuel continued success in Europe and other regions. Should raw materials be produced domestically or imported? Should raw materials be produced domestically or imported?

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Blue Grace Logistics

JANUARY 8, 2024

Overcoming Floral Logistics Complexities Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - January 8, 2024 Floral logistics, shaped by global demand, has evolved into a multibillion-dollar industry.

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AIMMS

JULY 23, 2019

Raw material forecasting is difficult as climate conditions, pests and other natural factors impact its availability. A harmonious way of working must be established among all sectors of the company, as per the strategy adopted. Many of these factors are difficult to control and predict.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MAY 7, 2020

Mosca also supplies the white strapping material customised with the HANSA-FLEX logo. The strap ends are welded using Mosca SoniXs ultrasonic technology – which does not require a warm-up phase and saves energy. ” The post Case Study: From Manual to Industry 4.0 End-of-line packaging runs like clockwork.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 19, 2019

Steve Holt (IAE Distribution Manager) commented: “We trialled 10 different suppliers and STILL’s product came out on top in terms of fuel-saving and efficiency. Speed control is a major factor for IAE in terms of reducing incident levels. Throughout the contract I am confident this will deliver huge cost savings to IAE.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 7, 2019

After discussing the various issues with the company’s materials handling equipment supplier, Hiremech, Freshways opted to trial JCB Teletruk technology at the Acton site. The post Case Study: Smelling the Coffee with JCB’s Teletruk appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.

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Stord

JANUARY 7, 2020

Wednesday, January 8, 2020 A global sports entertainment company with millions of guests annually and the world’s largest digital golf audience was managing the distribution of construction materials for 18 new venues they were building in the U.S. to 0% • Lower the product loss rate from 7.2% miles to 12.6

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

The wide variety of raw materials and the varying dimensions of finished products that need to be moved around and stored at the 10,000m² production facility required versatile equipment, and Store Manager Bruce Whiting was also keen to reduce the level of ride-on forklift traffic, particularly in areas where a lot of other personnel are present.

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