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Intelligrated opens materials handling parts fulfillment center
Ohio facility features increased stock levels, faster order processing and routine same-day shipping.

Panjiva data shows slight gains in U.S.-bound shipments
Following a 0.2% increase from June to July, July to August was stronger, with a 1% bump.

ISM Non-Manufacturing Index trends down in August
On the heels of a 0.5% gain in July, the Institute of Supply Management’s Non-Manufacturing Report on Business displayed signs of a fragile economy.

Unemployment and the manufacturing economy
There is an opportunity for the materials handling industry in this recession, but only if we develop the right skills for our customers.

Doosan Infracore appoints new vice president/COO of Forklifts
Kim Parkinson assumes management responsibilities for Forklifts group, including sales, marketing, product support and parts sales for North American operations.

ISM to offer supplier diversity qualification
A pilot testing program is underway for Certified Professional in Supplier Diversity.

International Data Corporation announces new initiatives and expanded coverage
IDC Retail Insights launches research initiatives in retail merchandise strategies; IDC Manufacturing Insights expands coverage in product lifecycle management technology. Seasoned research analysts join team to extend coverage areas.

New book illustrates how supply chain improvements greatly enhance business
Co-authored by Frank Quinn, chief editor of Modern’s sister publication Supply Chain Management Review, “Diagnosing Greatness: Ten Traits of the Best Supply Chains” targets at all levels and functions of business management.

Panjiva data shows another dip in U.S.-bound shipments
The number of global manufacturers shipping to the United States slipped in July, according to Panjiva, an online search engine with information on global suppliers and manufacturers.

Protective Packaging Solutions acquires Alpha Packaging
The acquisition establishes the Cincinnati-based company as one of the region's largest converters of protective packaging products.

Dematic intends to acquire HK Systems
Acquisition is expected to close during Q3.

ISM manufacturing index shows growth but warning signs persist
The Institute of Supply Management has reported that manufacturing activity in July was basically flat compared to June.

Cimcorp acquires North American RMT Robotics
New entity becomes a global leader in integrated robotic gantry systems for tire, warehouse and distribution markets.

Materials handling business: ISM NMI going in the right direction
Following a 2.4 percent gain from February to March, the April report on the non-manufacturing sector from the Institute for Supply Management stated that its index for measuring the sector’s overall health—also known as the NMI—came in at 55.4 percent for the second straight month.


 


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