Unitechnik: Service department under new management
Unitechnik Systems is realigning its own service department for the future. Under the new management of Daniela Kücken, the topic of "Predictive Service" is the top priority.

Unitechnik Systems is realigning its own service department for the future. Under the new management of Daniela Kücken, the topic of "Predictive Service" is the top priority.

Ricardo Posocco Malleiro joins the management of Kern GmbH after just one year as Service Manager Germany.

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In the second part of materialfluss' exclusive encouraging survey on the economic outlook for 2023, six other industry experts give their views. Stefan Prokosch, Senior Vice President Brand Management Linde MH, is one of them.

Software and identification systems
Häcker Küchen manages its internal logistics and production with the Viadat value chain software. It shows that it is more than just a warehouse management system.
The latest electric counterbalance trucks from Linde Material Handling (MH) aim to set new standards in terms of ergonomics, visibility, safety and energy efficiency.

Still automates internal transportation at the Nestlé production plant in Biessenhofen with Automated Guided Vehicles (AGV). The challenge was to reorganize the intralogistics during ongoing production.
60 hands sort many boxes of screws, nuts and other fasteners every day at Würth's VZ West distribution center. Now a collaborative robot has joined them and takes over some of the work.
E-commerce is in a state of flux. Changes in purchasing behavior and procurement problems are keeping e-commerce retailers busy. Logistics plays a decisive role in the overall online shopping experience.
Dejan Pejic has taken over the management of TX Logistik Transalpine, the Austrian subsidiary of the German TX Logistik AG.

In order to optimize the handling of satellite equipment, the engineering firm Airworks sought support from Rosenfeld in Swabia. Heavy-duty wheels and swivel castors from Blickle now ensure that the sensitive components are transported safely to their destination in compliance with strict regulations.

In a new brochure, Kübler presents a wide range of workwear as well as high-visibility and weather protection clothing for the various activities in the warehouse and logistics sector.

Despite inflation and the energy crisis, which have continued to challenge the international transport and logistics service provider Schuon, the growth trajectory of recent years has been maintained.

Heuel Logistics has appointed Gerald Mayrhofer to the Management Board. In his role, he has been responsible for sales development and contract logistics, among other things, since October 2022. He is also overseeing the expansion of sea and air freight as new business areas for the logistics group.

The automotive supplier Forvia has increased its logistical productivity, stabilized production processes and reduced safety risks with a fleet of robots.

A new logistics location, the so-called Global Parts Center, is being built in Halberstadt as the heart of the global spare parts supply. In future, deliveries can be made from this central location.

Environmental awareness and sustainability are very important to META, which is why the company has now joined the "Paths to a climate-neutral company" project initiative.

Warehouse technology and digitalization are at the heart of Kasto's trade fair presence at LogiMAT 2023 in Stuttgart. In the "Smart Solutions Corner" at Stand 1H16 in Hall 1, visitors can immerse themselves in the world of Industry 4.0.
Based on preliminary figures, the logistics company Röhlig Logistics was able to significantly increase its earnings in 2022.

Supply chain and omnichannel commerce
Remira, an expert in supply chain and omnichannel commerce, has completed the integration of Roqqio and continues to drive forward the standardization of its brand presence.
Charging infrastructure for electric vehicles
Gruber Logistics will add 50 electric trucks to its fleet over the next two years. The European logistics company is also planning to set up its own charging infrastructure for the electric vehicles.
