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ASRS Warehouse Systems: Everything You Need to Know

Conger

This article is all about ASRS warehouse systems. Now, we’ve covered warehousing software systems in our article on Warehouse Automation Trends. There are two main types of ASRS systems: Unit-load. Unit-Load ASRS. Unit-load ASRS systems handle heavy loads like pallets. Mini-Load ASRS.

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Product placement in supermarkets – or: „eye level is buy level“

Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

Doing the research for an Unit Load analysis for products in supermarkets for the logistics course, I came over a really interested, related topic: the product placement in supermarkets. For example, there is baked goods area, bathroom area or a sweets area. Sometimes it is, sometimes not.

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The 4 major drawbacks of warehouse design

Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

Example; (The internal flows of your warehouse may vary as well as the type of unit load. . IV. Take into account that at some time the scope of the warehouse design is exceeded, so you can keep articles, boxes and pallets in the most unexpected places, but do not design to take everything that you do not have.

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AMRs vs. AGVs: The Differences Explained

Conger

This article explains everything you need to know about AGV vs. AMR material handling equipment. Don't have time to read the whole article? The main types of AGVs include carts, tuggers, forklifts, unit-load, and heavy haul. One thing that unites all AGVs is that they’re all wheeled vehicles. Unit-Load AGVs.

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Understanding container weight misdeclaration

Shipping and Freight Resource

This plate has several key details including allowed maximum gross weight as per below example. Using the above plate as an example, a container that has been loaded more than the allowed weight – in this case, 32,500 kgs including the tare weight of the container, will be considered as OVERWEIGHT. Few examples below.

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Importance of declaring the correct cargo weight

Shipping and Freight Resource

In a recent article, I wrote about the basics of container stowage planning and why it is so important. In this article, I thought it would be worth reiterating the importance of being accurate in the declaration of the weights. For example, a client has some containers that weigh 27.5 instead of 27.5

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What is a Conveyor? A Guide to Streamlining Operations

Conger

This article delves into what is a conveyor system, not just as a means of transporting items but as a marvel of mechanical engineering. Perfect for transporting both bulk materials and unit loads like boxes or pallets. These daily wonders are enabled by an unsung hero: the conveyor. But what is a conveyor?