Lift Trucks & AGVs

Increasing Slot Capacity and Picking Efficiency

November 27, 2019

Here's how an innovative multi-level lift truck design can expand the “golden zone” of the pick face, enabling new slotting strategies that increase capacity and picking efficiency, reduce labor and storage requirements and decrease overall materials handling costs.

Crown Equipment Now Offers Line of Lithium-Ion-Powered Forklifts

November 14, 2019

SupplyChainBrain

Crown Equipment Corporation, a material handling company, recently announced that its recently introduced V-ForceÒ Lithium-Ion Energy Storage System is now available for the majority of Crown’s complete line of electric forklifts.

Kalmar Introduces New-Generation Heavy-Duty Forklift

October 17, 2019

SupplyChainBrain

Kalmar, part of Cargotec, recently announced a new-generation version of its forklift solution for demanding loads of up to 54 tons.

With Driverless Cars Late, a Startup Tries Remote-Control Trucks

April 23, 2019

Bloomberg

Startup Phantom Auto announced an expansion into logistics, providing remote operation capability for forklifts, delivery robots and “yard truck” tractors that move trailers around warehouses.

How CMMS Can Improve Warehouse Management

March 11, 2019

Bryan Christiansen, SCB Contributor

These crucial tasks control the operations within a warehouse.

Think Tank

Preparing Your Workplace for Cannabis

February 25, 2019

Danny Shields, SCB Contributor

The growing acceptance of cannabis for medical and recreational purposes raises potential issues for workplaces, especially in roles such as commercial driving, heavy equipment operation and other safety-sensitive jobs that require a high degree of cognitive response.

Blockchain, Emerging Tech and Supply Chain Gender Gap to Headline ProMat Show

The manufacturing and supply chain conference is coming to Chicago April 8 to 11

February 11, 2019

SupplyChainBrain

Keynotes focusing on leading trends, best practices and what's next in best-in-class solutions promise to give attendees actionable insights into making their entire supply chains work more efficiently and profitably.

The New DC: How Technologies Are Changing Distribution Design

February 6, 2019

Chris Slover, SCB Contributor

Pricey real estate, cheaper technology and continued labor challenges will continue to drive automation in tomorrow's distribution centers. What’s on the horizon?

TechWatch

What Impact Will Automation Have on Warehouse Workers?

February 6, 2019

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

The modern-day warehouse is serving as a laboratory for the introduction of innovative supply-chain technologies. But the implications for human workers remain uncertain.

TechWatch

Adapting to Automation: Lessons for Long-Term Success

December 12, 2018

Jeff Christensen, SCB Contributor

Automation brings gains in productivity, efficiency and safety. Here’s how to leverage the latest technologies.

Lift Trucks & AGVs

The latest news, analysis, services and solutions regarding lift trucks and automated guided vehicles (AGV) for warehousing and distribution. Today’s companies are moving goods across more suppliers, vendors and customers than ever before, and warehouses are critical points in the overall supply chain. New technologies in lift trucks and AGVs are transforming the way warehouses and distribution centers operate — and allowing them to stay ahead of the competition in their industries. As these solutions continue to evolve, businesses are discovering new ways to increase efficiency and cut costs. Learn how companies around the world are improving supply-chain operations through their strategic use of lift trucks and AGVs in the warehouse.