Because of emerging technologies, information technology is expected to play a more central role in streamlining warehouse operations over the next four years, according to a new white paper released recently by Motorola. Entitled “From Cost Center to Growth Center: Warehousing 2018”, the report outlines the ways warehouse strategies will turn to multi-modal data collection … Read more
This week on the Bahrns blog: It’s the 21st Century and the future has arrived. Will it take the form of buildings that can repair cracks in their concrete? Or paint that fixes itself automatically? The answers may surprise you! Plus, forklifts have been used for decades to move products from one place to another. … Read more
Pallets will continue to be one of the most important tools used to transport materials through the supply chain at least for the next several years, according to a new report issued by an industry consulting group. “World Pallets”, a study conducted and published by the Freedonia Group, determined that the use of pallets will … Read more
Mobile powered workstations (MPWs) are like portable desks that can be wheeled from area to area within a warehouse or manufacturing facility. They eliminate the downtime created by multiple trips back and forth to stationary offices or work stations. MPWs can include computers, printers and even such things as bar code scanners and scales. They … Read more
A new white paper examines the growing overlap between Warehouse Management Systems and execution software. “Warehouse Execution Software Breathes New Life Into DC Operations” was sponsored by Forte, the manufacturer of warehouse management software. The white paper looks at how next-generation modular software platforms can lower upgrade costs, integrate with existing software, and provide a … Read more
AnyLogic has released its latest version of its modeling software that allows agent-based, discrete event and system dynamics modeling for business. Called “AnyLogic 7”, it represents a “giant leap forward in simulation and modeling software and features enhanced, user friendly, multi-method capabilities for simulating systems of any complexity and scale, according to the company’s blog. … Read more
Bastian Automation Engineering announed in a news release that it will spend $1.5 million expanding its operations facility in Greenfield, Indiana. Bastian, a division of the Indianapolis-based Bastian Solutions, designs and produces automation solutions for clients that include Boeing and Rolls Royce. The expansion will alow the firm to produce a new line of specialty … Read more
For most people, WiFi means something that allows them to stream movies or music to their tablet or laptop at their local Starbucks or access their Facebook from their smart phone while flying in a WiFi-equipped commercial airliner. But WiFi — which is actually an abbreviation of “wireless fidelity” — is becoming more commonplace, especially … Read more
National Bulk Equipment — a manufacture or material handling equipment based in Holland, Michigan — recently unveiled a new integrated material handling and packaging system that eliminates the need for any pallet handling during the pick, sort and shipping process. The new automated bulk material handling and packaging system was built using existing NBE integrated … Read more
(Editor’s Note: This article is intended for entertainment purposes only. Zombies don’t really exist. Probably.) In recognition one of the last episodes of AMC’s fourth season of “The Walking Dead” that aired earlier this month, just in time for the holidays, here is a lighthearted look at products you should consider getting to help you … Read more
