Schmersal presents the new DHS door handle system: It combines the functions of a robust door handle with the display of various machine statuses via the handle's lighting.

The revised VDI 2700 is expected to come into force on September 1 of this year. The guideline deals with load securing for cars and trucks on road vehicles.

After years of high inflation in Germany, inflation is normalizing. Inflation fell again in June. According to economists, the inflation rate is likely to continue its decline and soon fall below 2%.

The International Intralogistics and Forklift Truck of the Year (IFOY) Awards 2024 ceremony took place in Baden, Austria, on Friday evening. The innovative Jungheinrich EJC 112i electric pallet truck was honored with the prestigious award in the "Warehouse Truck highlifter" category.

Starting with unloading from the container ship, through handling at the terminal, to comprehensive technical services, BLG Logistics now also offers the complete logistics package for high-and-heavy goods in the port from a single source.

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Autonomous towing robots speed up material handling. Tractonomy Robotics in Ghent developed the ATR1 and ATR2 models, which ensure efficient parts transportation with omnidirectional movements and smart docking to storage trolleys.

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CTS is expanding the functional scope of its Smart In-Production Warehouse for the electronics and automotive industries: both the Smart Warehouse and the smaller Mini Smart Warehouse variant can now store and retrieve KLT boxes and tray stacks from various manufacturers in addition to PCB magazines in a mixed and automated manner.

Wholesaler Stroetmann from Münster in Westphalia opened a new fresh produce and retail logistics center in neighbouring Senden in August 2023. The fact that goods now have to be moved much less frequently than in the old warehouse is also thanks to ONK's systematic warehouse labeling.

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Recent technical developments have not bypassed a company specializing in conveyor technology and intralogistics. In an interview with Andreas Mühlbauer, Markus Löseke, authorized signatory and Head of Design & Production at HaRo, explains how his company is tackling the new challenges and takes a look into the future.

From June 10 to 14, 2024, around 106,000 participants from 141 countries came to Achema 2024 to find out about the latest equipment and innovative processes for the chemical, pharmaceutical, food and related industries. Intralogistics and explosion protection specialist Stöcklin Logistik was also represented with a selected range of products.

The deep tech company idealworks is appointing Markus Schmermund as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) with effect from September 1, 2024. In this newly created position, he will be responsible for managing all commercial activities and will continue to drive the company's growth and market presence.

Chep and Cabka received the Red Dot Award: Product Design in the Industrial Packaging category for the Chep ZirConic foldable large load carrier. The award was presented on June 24 in Essen and is intended to honor the innovative design, functionality and sustainability of the container.

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 industry needs markings that are correct, captive and permanently legible. Rea Elektronik presented several new or enhanced solutions for its application and inspection in the spring.

Together with Ølgod Elektro, Brd. Klee A/S has implemented an autonomous mobile robot solution from Omron to optimize logistics processes.

On June 1, the hybrid system integrator Inther Group expanded its sales management team at its headquarters in the Netherlands. Rinus Geurts will take on the role of Business Development Manager. With this expansion, Inther aims to improve its commercial impact at home and abroad.

Hyster offers a new driver assistance system for forklift trucks. Reaction improves the proper operation of forklift trucks. The solution adapts the forklift's performance in real time to the vehicle's status, location and operating conditions.

Westhof Bio, a company specializing in the freezing of organic vegetables, has opted for easily accessible plug-and-play automation in the form of a rack silo. This is operated by Movu atlas 2D pallet shuttles.

Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence introduces a new handheld 3D scanning technology that adds convenient new functionality for flexible measurement to its wide range of manufacturing inspection devices.

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.