SSI Schaefer

Thomann’s new distribution center meets the growing need for multi-channel retailing.

More companies are looking to materials handling automation to improve processes and lower operating costs. Modern asked 10 leading systems integrators what the future of automation might look like.

Today’s smarter sortation systems are handling the complex task of moving product through our warehouses and distribution centers faster and more accurately than ever.

Modern’s 15th-annual survey of the world’s leading materials handling systems suppliers shows a continued trend of increased revenue in 2011 for the majority of the top companies.

Advanced controls and functionality are allowing conveyor systems to play an increasingly important role in complex materials handling processes inside our warehouses and distribution centers.

The conveyor industry is evolving and that’s a good thing

Robotic materials handling solutions are great at handling repetitive tasks while cutting costs, increasing throughput, and lifting a heavy burden off workers.

Innovation was on display in Atlanta

Schaefer Systems is a leading reusable manufacturer for warehousing and distribution, and Douglas Machines offers a full line of automated commercial and industrial washers

Matt Frick joins the Automated Systems Division

Bryan Duncan brings with him over 20 years of sales and account management experience in the material handling and flow technology markets

... but, is the market ready to adopt the technology?

Not just for high-density storage anymore, today’s carousels are delivering product to the person while increasing productivity, reducing labor, saving space and cutting energy costs.

As the downturn continues to force more companies to practice lean handling techniques, the latest developments in automated storage are yielding enhanced returns on investment.

PROMAT 2011 isn't scheduled until March of next year, but the Material Handling Industry of America (MHIA) is already well into the planning process.