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OTTO Motors Commits to Production Logistics

Logistics Viewpoints

I attended because of Rockwell Automation’s recently expanded presence in production logistics due to its acquisition of OTTO Motors. First is safety without compromising productivity. At the vehicle level, OTTO created an attachment interface that is designed for tools that move materials on and off the AMRs automatically.

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Baltimore Bridge Collapse: An Opportunity to Reinforce the Importance of Supply Chain Resilience

Logistics Viewpoints

The port handles about 11 million tons of cargo per year, including automobiles, containers, coal, and farm products. For example, a robust supply chain may have backup power generators, firewalls, security systems, and emergency plans to prevent or mitigate the effects of disruptions.

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6 Types of Automation [Benefits, Pros/Cons, Examples]

Conger

Many companies are excited by the prospect of increasing efficiency and productivity with some help from automated equipment. Examples of automation range from a household thermostat to a large industrial control system, self-driven vehicles, and warehousing robots. Fixed automation is generally suitable for large-volume products.

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How Automated Guided Vehicles Transform Material Handling

Conger

In this article, we explore how these AGVs are changing the warehouse industry by minimizing human error, reducing labor costs, and setting new standards for productivity and safety. Advanced scanners provide extensive hazard detection around the vehicle to ensure both product integrity and worker safety. Let’s dive in!

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How Automated Guided Vehicles Transform Material Handling

Conger

In this article, we explore how these AGVs are changing the warehouse industry by minimizing human error, reducing labor costs, and setting new standards for productivity and safety. Advanced scanners provide extensive hazard detection around the vehicle to ensure both product integrity and worker safety. Let’s dive in!

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Handling a Smart Century

Logistics Business Magazine

Part of the Meijer Group, Meijer Handling Solutions has just celebrated its 100th birthday. Meijer Handling Solutions specialises in the production of logistics solutions, such as attachment equipment for material handling equipment and standalone systems. New innovative products were introduced, such as KOOI®RollerForks.

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BlueGrace Logistics Expands Integration with Trucker Tools, Adds Time-Saving Book-It-Now® App

Blue Grace Logistics

Leading 3PL builds on previous integration of Trucker Tools’ real-time visibility and predictive freight matching, launches automated one-click booking to further streamline transactions for owner-operators, small-fleet truckload community. About BlueGrace Logistics.