Identifying quality defects at an early stage, rectifying them efficiently and avoiding them in the long term - this is a challenge for many companies. A lack of transparency, inefficient processes and a high level of manual effort make it difficult to process complaints. ConSense, developer of software solutions for quality management systems (QMS) and integrated management systems (IMS), offers ConSense Forms, a digital solution that optimizes the complaints process.

The Fraunhofer Institute for Material Flow and Logistics IML has published open source components for logistics for the first time as part of the SKALA innovation project.

Demographic change poses enormous challenges for industry and logistics, because while the shortage of skilled workers is increasing, people remain irreplaceable in many processes. This is where wearable assistants come into play, providing employees with targeted support, making processes more efficient and contributing to ergonomic workplace design at the same time.

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Dr. Andreas Kirschkamp joined the management team as CFO at Antalis Verpackungen in Germany and Austria and at BB Pack at the beginning of May 2025. His responsibilities include Finance, Supply Chain, IT, Legal, Quality and ESG.

In 2025, the Alfred Schuon company will integrate 68 new trucks, including trailers and semi-trailers, into its fleet at the Haiterbach and Veszprém (Hungary) sites. Among the new acquisitions: Mercedes-Benz Actros L with aerodynamically optimized ProCabins and two fully electric eActros 600 tractor units.

Nine autonomous mobile robots (AMR) are now being used to handle small parts in Deutsche Telekom's central warehouse in Hanover. With the final acceptance of the new shelf AMR, viaLog Logistik Beratung and Deutsche Telekom's Hardware Service Competence and Solution Center are delighted to have taken another important step in their joint collaboration.

In the food, beverage and packaging industries, space for conveyor systems is often at a premium. A Swedish machine manufacturer uses the advantages of drive technology from Nord Drivesystems to realize a compact design with reduced drive variants in the construction of chain conveyors.

An international company in the plastics industry is automating its intralogistics at its German site with a solution from ek robotics. A specially developed vehicle model from the Out Move series, an outdoor AGV, is being used.

How can robotics help to make packaging more sustainable? Kuka is looking for creative and innovative ideas in the new round of the Innovation Award.

From September 23 to 25, 2025, Fachpack will bring together the packaging industry in Nuremberg. With new formats such as the FuturePack start-up summit and the Converting meets Packaging pavilion, the trade fair will focus on current developments and future topics.

Efficient goods management, an automated warehouse and picking system and better returns processing - these were the requirements with which Maprom, a promotional textiles wholesaler from Höxter, started building its new central warehouse. Today, more than two years later, the ProStore warehouse management system (WMS) from IT company Team with a direct connection to the new AutoStore warehouse ensures smooth processes and an increase in order processing.

The focus is on modernizing logistics processes with the aim of sustainably increasing efficiency, reliability and cost-effectiveness. Gravity solutions for pallets and cardboard boxes are a proven approach that optimizes the flow of materials within warehouses.

The 'Wrong-Way-Sensor (wws)' from Microsonic guides industrial trucks safely through high-bay warehouses. The ultrasonic sensor has a scanning range limit of 3.5 m and detects industrial trucks entering rack aisles in the logistics hall within this measuring range. The sensor distinguishes between incoming and outgoing industrial trucks.

The Leo transporters from Bito make it easier for users to get started with the automation of material processes, which is possible from 20,000 euros. The system is a flexible all-in-one complete solution that is ready for immediate use and can be used individually without an IT connection.

GC Corporation develops, produces and distributes dental products. In order to make the European subsidiary, GC Europe, fit for the future to meet increasing logistical requirements, the company expanded its storage and picking capacities at the distribution center in Loewen, Belgium, with an Evo-Shuttle system.

CTP is developing a build-to-suit logistics property for Westenergie AG, the largest subsidiary of E.ON SE. This is located in the CTPark Mülheim in North Rhine-Westphalia.

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.

Jungheinrich has received an order from the Bilstein Group for a pilot project to introduce mobile robots at the Gelsenkirchen logistics center. With the help of the EAE 212a, long ground-to-ground transports within the site will be automated in future.

Orchestra Prémaman is a retail chain offering maternity wear, children's clothing and baby accessories. Founded in 1995, the company employs over 2,500 people and operates around 300 stores, mainly in France, Belgium and Switzerland. In 2020, Orchestra Prémaman announced the centralization of its logistics activities in a 120,000 m² warehouse in the north of France. The aim is to significantly expand the online business.

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.

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