The Material Handling Blog

How an Apparel Company Moved from a 3PL to In-House Distribution

Chris Bratten

October 17, 2019

After previously relying on a third-party logistics company to handle shipments to its global customer base, Adore Me knew it was time to bring its order fulfillment operations in house.

How the World's Largest Wine & Spirits Distribution Center Ships 25 Million Cases Each Year

Chris Bratten

August 20, 2019

After consolidating all the inventory and functions of its Florida facilities into a single location, Southern Glazer’s Lakeland, Florida facility is now the largest liquor spirits and wine distribution hub on the planet.

Automation's Effect on Flexibility

Joe McGrath

July 31, 2019

When exploring automated solutions, it’s important to consider not just the benefits, but the overall impact each will have on your operations - including their effects on flexibility.

What is AutoStore?

Ryan Nicholas

June 04, 2019

Learn more about this unique automated warehouse storage system and what makes it the best option for maximizing storage density.

3 Ways Simulation Modeling Optimizes Distribution Center Design

Tim Duket

May 30, 2019

System simulation modeling is a very effective strategy to validate the future-state design of a distribution center, but the benefits don’t end there.

What are Photo Eye Sensors, and How Do They Improve System Automation?

Blake Smith

May 21, 2019

Whether they’re used to sense the presence of boxes on a conveyor or parts on a manufacturing line, photo eyes help keep automated systems running around the world.

Technological Advancements Enabling the Growth of Robotic Picking

Jason Tenorio

April 04, 2019

In the very near future, robotic picking will become mainstream, facilitating a 24/7 picking and order fulfillment environment. Improvements in a few existing technologies have helped pave the way.

Palletizing and Depalletizing with Cobots

Geoff Schreiber

March 28, 2019

Palletizing and depalletizing with collaborative robots just made a huge step forward. These easy-to-integrate solutions can handle a range of product sizes and styles while eliminating the need for safety fencing and requiring minimal floor space.

The Customizable Gripper That’s Changing Robotic Handling

Adam Kulon

March 26, 2019

Until recently, handling delicate products required a human touch. The flexibility and dexterity of Soft Robotics' new modular collaborative robot gripper kit changes that.

7 Energy Considerations for Material Handling Automation

Kyle Dorge

March 11, 2019

Automation can provide a wealth of benefits with the right system. Don't overlook these 7 energy-related questions when selecting which automation technologies are best for your operation.

Labor Management’s Role in Automation

Justin Willbanks

February 21, 2019

While effective labor management is vital in any operation, it’s critical to not lose sight of its importance as the supply chain and material handling industry moves further down the path of automation.

Trends Driving the Case for Distribution Center Automation

Mike Senuta

January 31, 2019

An overview of the economic and technological trends that are increasing demand (and ROI) for distribution center automation.

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