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Nibbling at the Edges: Toyota Material Handling's Plan for IoT Success

Material Handling and Logistics

The world's largest forklift producer is following a course that will eventually create a full-scale digital revolution for the company. Along the way, it has defined a workable IoT strategy that can get any manufacturer moving.

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25 Years of Materials Handling Innovation

Logistics Business Magazine

It’s going to be a busy few months on the exhibition circuit for Irish materials handling specialist Combilift. More information on these new developments will be released in due course. 9B45 The post 25 Years of Materials Handling Innovation appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine. ProMAT: Booth # N6936.

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At St. Luke’s, Supply Chain Excellence Depends Upon Doctor Involvement

Logistics Viewpoints

The net result of that was about $100 million in savings over the course of 10 years. They have built a warehouse with material handling systems and a warehouse management system from Tecsys. And yet, after labor costs, medical supplies are the second largest cost. Luke’s began to build new supplier relationships. “We

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Types of Forklift Attachments: A Complete Guide

Conger

In material handling, efficiency and adaptability are essential. These types of forklift attachments include various options to enhance the capabilities of standard forks, allowing operators to handle longer, heavier, or more awkward loads. These attachments help make your operation safe and efficient in material handling tasks.

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Show Me the Money: MH&L’s 2018 Salary Survey

Material Handling and Logistics

Our annual salary survey reveals that the typical material handling and logistics professional earns $93,697. Although material handling is not considered a glamorous role, it is a vital part of the organization. And what does this “typical material handling and logistics manager” look like?

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UK University Launches New Logistics Degree Course

Logistics Business Magazine

The UK’s University of Bolton has launched a pioneering degree course in partnership with well-known transport and logistics company Eddie Stobart. Students will be interviewed by representatives of both the university and Eddie Stobart before being accepted on the course. To apply for the course, visit [link].

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Hyundai Material Handling ‘Paint it Black’ for Oil & Gas Specialist

Logistics Business Magazine

Our new forklift is able to lift this capacity with ease and we will use it instead of getting a crane in, which of course, saves us money. The post Hyundai Material Handling ‘Paint it Black’ for Oil & Gas Specialist appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.