Kito Crosby announced significant investment in Peerless chain manufacturing equipment

Kito Crosby, a global leader in the lifting and securement industry, proudly announces the completion of a major investment at its flagship manufacturing site of Peerless branded products in Winona, Minnesota. The multi-year, multi-million-dollar, project involved the design, installation, and startup of an advanced continuous plating system utilized in chain production. This state-of-the-art system adds a unique and proprietary...

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BSL Battery-Industrial cutting-edge technology and unparalleled expertise revolutionizes the material handling battery industry

Providing automotive-grade modular lithium battery systems that are transforming the material handling industry, BSL Battery – Industrial is at the forefront of innovation. With over 10 years of combined experience in manufacturing renewable energy and battery systems, BSL Battery – Industrial has revolutionized the market with significant investment, lean manufacturing capabilities, seamless supply chain integration, a...

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How to choose the best battery system for your forklift

Material-handling electric vehicles use two types of batteries: lithium-ion (Li-ion) and lead-acid batteries. The main deciding factors when choosing the right battery for your forklift are maintenance, price, efficiency, sustainability, application, and TCO (total cost of ownership). With so many options available, choosing the best lithium-ion system for a forklift can be a challenge. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you...

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CP&A advises on container crane procurement peer reviews

Casper, Phillips & Associates Inc. (CP&A) has delivered a presentation to port authorities titled, ‘Peer Review of Container Cranes’, to assist in future procurement processes. CP&A offers a wide variety of services, including specification, design, manufacturing review, modification, and accident investigation; and it is well-positioned to remind terminal operators and fellow stakeholders of the risks involved with...

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Vertical reciprocating conveyors elevate AGVs and AMRs to new levels of efficiency

Vertical reciprocating conveyors (VRCs) act as the pivotal link between two major trends in warehouse operations that are dramatically increasing efficiency and profitability: Mobile Robots — The widespread adoption of Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) and Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) is transforming the horizontal movement of materials across facilities, revolutionizing logistics and material handling processes. Vertical Space...

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AGV wireless evolution

Discover how HMS Networks’ wireless expertise and Anybus products took Mercedes-Benz’s Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV) installation to the next level. When Mercedes-Benz wanted to expand its AGV installation, they called HMS. HMS provided the wireless expertise, products, and hands-on support to ensure the AGVs moved efficiently and safely around the factory. Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz, a globally recognized automotive...

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TIA launches 5 ways logistics leaders can harness AI successfully

The Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA) released a new white paper titled Transforming Freight Logistics in the Era of Generative AI. The paper covers the five ways logistics leaders can harness AI to scale efficiency, security, and growth. “AI is forever changing the world as we know it,” said Anne Reinke, president & CEO of TIA. “While many are scared of the future, we feel that the 3PL industry can...

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