
Ricola modernizes intralogistics with Stöcklin
Ricola relies on Stöcklin for the retrofit of its high-bay warehouse at the Laufen site.

Ricola relies on Stöcklin for the retrofit of its high-bay warehouse at the Laufen site.

The most frequently mentioned trends in intralogistics at the moment are artificial intelligence, robots and automation. However, every efficient warehouse solution is still based on the right racking technology. Giovanni Cataldi from heavy-duty storage technology specialist Ohra knows the most important current developments in the field of modern shelving systems.

Richard Kearns knows how his supply chain and his new warehouse in Hernando (Mississippi, USA) are doing because he receives feedback every day.

PepsiCo Polska is working with Mecalux to drive forward the automation of its logistics and is planning an intelligent warehouse.

Element Logic is implementing its sixth joint project with the New Wave Group: a future-proof AutoStore system for the logistics center in Geiselwind.

One of the largest Autostore facilities in...
For the new logistics center of Buttinette Textil-Versandhaus GmbH, the system integrator Element Logic is responsible for planning and implementing the automated intralogistics solutions for storage and order processing. One of the largest AutoStore systems in Germany, conveyor technology and a WMS from Element Logic's subsidiary S&P offer a solution from a single source.
With the construction of a modern, automated high-bay warehouse at Asahi Poznań, System Logistics wants to set an example for the future of intralogistics. The project, which is being implemented in close cooperation with a total of twelve specialized partners, is currently in the active construction phase.

Goods-to-person order processing
Vanderlande has been selected by Kmart to automate its new logistics facility at the Moorebank Intermodal Precinct in Sydney. To meet the Australian retail brand's requirements, the warehouse will be equipped with Fastpick, Vanderlande's goods-to-person order fulfillment system.

In many workshops and production facilities, everyday working life looks the same: Screwing, assembling, repairing and producing - and it's easy to lose focus on order: Tools are scattered around, materials cannot be found and work routes are unnecessarily long. The consequences range from loss of time and frustration to falling productivity and real safety risks. Well-designed shelving systems provide a remedy here.

TTI, headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas, USA, is a leading distributor of electronic components. The Maisach-Gernlinden site plays a key role in TTI's global network. The company has been relying on Hänel's warehouse solutions for years to enable optimum warehouse and logistics processes at its European headquarters.

Geopolitical tensions, rising costs and increasing protectionism have fundamentally changed the economy. The days when goods were simply stored are long gone - today it's all about remaining flexible, reacting quickly and finding ever smarter solutions. But how can warehouse technology contribute to crisis security?

Increase efficiency and safety
Logimat is considered one of the most important international trade fairs for intralogistics and process management. The event brings together leading companies and experts from the industry and offers a platform for the exchange of innovative ideas, technological developments and new business strategies.

Nominated as project of the year 2025
Nominated for the category 5 Project of the Year: Hörmann Intralogistics realized an automatic HBW for heterogeneous timber packages with gentle plastic conveyor technology, squared timber underlay and semi-automatic truck loading hall.

Semi-automated storage solution
Draper Tools offers a range of tools and equipment. The company distributes its products via a global dealer network to customers in the construction, automotive, mechanical engineering and agricultural sectors. As the company grew, so did the logistical challenges. SSI Schaefer provided the solution.

The new distribution center of the electronics wholesaler Avnet in Europe was built by the high-bay racking expert Voestalpine Krems Finaltechnik. The warehouse in Bernburg (Saale) in Saxony-Anhalt protects semiconductors and other sensitive technology.

Autostore system for hospital logistics
Dematic has installed a compact automation solution including an AutoStore system for the Spanish third-party logistics (3PL) healthcare specialist Grupo Servicio Móvil. The solution handles the warehouse management of medical supplies for one of Madrid's largest hospitals.

Storage media leverage savings potential
More and more operators are equipping their storage and retrieval machines (SRMs) in automated small parts warehouses with energy-saving capacitors as a storage medium. For SRMs in refrigerated warehouses, capacitor storage pays for itself quickly, as the energy is not converted into thermal energy as is usual with braking resistors and has to be compensated for with additional energy input from the refrigeration system.
In recent years, environmental protection has become a fundamental concern of society. Sustainable logistics focuses on minimizing the environmental impact of logistics activities without compromising the economic efficiency of companies.

The Center for Transportation & Logistics (CTL) at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) has set up a laboratory to investigate the application of new technologies in the logistics industry. Mecalux participated in the establishment of the laboratory with start-up funding.

The shelving system provider Elvedi is celebrating its big anniversary in 2024. The shelving manufacturer intends to continue on this growth path in the future and is planning to expand its sales territory in Europe.