Some solid/resilient forklift tyres are either being replaced too early or too late, Paul Hansen at Trelleborg Wheel Systems Australia says. What if there was a 100 per cent accurate way to indicate when these tyres need replaced?
Understanding omnichannel outsourcing: Why your 3PL needs to be mobile
Australian retailers face significant operational challenges today. From having to address a challenging sales environment, rising commercial rents and the increasing demands of online shoppers – it is harder than ever to operate profitably. Claudio Bratovic, ANZ Regional Manager at Honeywell looks into outsourcing as a viable alternative.
One size does not fit all: Choosing the right technology infrastructure for your DC
Claudio Bratovic, ANZ Regional Manager, Honeywell reveals what solutions a warehouse manager should consider depending on the scale of the site they are running.
In today’s evolving world of omnichannel fulfillment, the operational requirements of Australian distribution centres (DC’s) are more demanding than ever. Warehouse managers are constantly making changes to ensure their workers are as efficient and productive as possible so that customers receive an accurate and fast delivery.
How Hello Fresh keeps its warehouse moving
As a fast-growing business with a focus on materials handling efficiency, Hello Fresh needs to be able to rely on its forklifts. Its fleet of rental trucks from Jungheinrich Australia fit this bill perfectly. Combining cutting-edge technology with industry leading service, they allow Hello Fresh to get on with the job of revolutionising the food industry.
How to improve productivity and reduce operational costs with AGVs
Philip Makowski at Dematic offers his tips for optimising and reducing costs in the food and beverage logistics.
Smarter cleaning
Kylie Mobsby, Strategic Accounts Manager at Tennant Australia discusses how smart technology can be used to better monitor cleaning equipment in a warehouse and logistics environment.
Lactalis boosts end-to-end warehouse productivity with Honeywell Voice
Lactalis Group is a worldwide leader in the dairy industry known for maintaining the highest standards in all its products. Established in France in 1933, Lactalis now exports to more than 80 countries around the world, providing a wide variety of over 2,000 dairy products — from milk, butter and cream to cheeses and desserts. Read more
Automation and safety
Automation is changing the logistics environment. Phil Pearce, Certified Machine Safety Expert at SMC Corporation asks organisations to keep safety high up the agenda. Read more
Using smarts to fight the war on waste
In a bold bid to wage a war on waste, an innovative new project has played a key role in raising the numbers of containers returned in Queensland. Read more
How to set up an ergonomic workplace for comfort and efficiency
Full time workers are at work for approximately 38hrs/week, so it needs to be a safe, comfortable, practical and ergonomic environment. A team leader who puts the safety interest of his/her team members first has the key to achieving both physical protection and efficient production.
Forklift safety and training is an important part of creating a healthy workplace environment. Read more