ProMat 2017 delivers thousands of supply chain solutions
Kardex Remstar introduced the LR 35 storage and retrieval unit, which is a goods-to-person bin handling solution ideal for companies involved in handling single-part or small-volume orders.
Rite-Hite’s RHV-4100 Vertical-Storing Hydraulic Dock Leveler features a constant-radius rear hinge to create a smooth transition between the leveler and the warehouse floor to minimize the effects of whole body vibration.
Intelligrated’s IntelliSort HDS sliding shoe sorter is an ideal solution for high-throughput e-commerce operations, offering fast, precise diverts of a variety of product and packaging types.
Poweracks, from Storax, is a mobile racking system that provides direct access to every pallet location.
Westfalia Technologies showcased Firefly, part of its Savanna.NET WES application suite, which provides a 3D, augmented view of the warehouse, inventory and automated systems to help facilities run more efficiently and recover from automation faults more quickly.
Swisslog’s new automated item pick is a robotics application for picking single items, making it possible to pick both identical and different products from storage.
AMETEK Prestolite Power’s enhanced Wireless Battery Identification Device allows operators to monitor battery and charger usage for an entire fleet through continuous data collection.
Qimarox’s Prorunner mk5 vertical transport and sorting lift is designed to transport a capacity of 2,000 products per hour.
3Gtms released version 16.1 of its 3G-TM transportation management system software.
Among the many innovations on display at Signode Industrial Group’s booth was Muller’s Octopus “1825 B” automatic rotary ring stretch wrapper, designed to accommodate a wide range of pallet load sizes and a variety of applications.
Cimcorp’s 3D Shuttle system is a fully automated goods-to-man order picking solution that consists of a robotic AS/RS, high-speed conveyor system and ergonomic order-picking stations.
BOLZONI-AURAMO highlighted its damage-free logistics and material handling solutions.
Yale Materials Handling displayed its team of data-driven fleet management solutions, including Yale Vision, as seen here, which monitors equipment, truck and driver performance to help minimize total cost of operation.
Raymond’s and Seegrid’s Raymond Courier 3020 tow tractor automated lift truck automates horizontal towing in a number of operations, including the transfer of parts to production lines and finished goods to warehouse facilities.
FreightSnap’s new FS PARCEL is a small package dimensioner and cubing solution that offers fast, certified measurements of boxes, poly envelopes, bags and other cubic and irregular-shaped objects.
Adrian’s Safety Solutions introduced the Rack Safety Strap, designed to mount to the back of the storage rack to prevent large and palletized items from pushing into the longitudinal flue space.
Interroll displayed its modular conveyor platform, which can be customized to form a complete material handling solution for uninterrupted flow of product.
Wildeck introduced the new RiderLift Rideable Material Lift, designed to increase the utilization of facility capacity gained from mezzanines, rack systems and pick modules.
KEB's R6 regenerative drive units are designed with advanced processing hardware and control algorithms to return otherwise unused energy to the grid.
PS DOORS showcased its ANSI- and OSHA-compliant SAFEMEZZ360 mezzanine safety gate, which utilizes a counterbalanced gate system to provide 360 degrees of mezzanine ledge protection.
Regal Beloit debuted its MODSORT modular transfer and diverter station, which eliminates the need for a lift or pneumatics.
Advanced Charging Technologies extended the capabilities of its BATTview battery monitors to effectively measure critical battery parameters, including voltage, current, electrolyte temperature, water level, AHR throughput and state of charge.
Orion Packaging introduced the company’s first automatically guided portable stretch wrapper, designed for those distribution centers and manufacturers looking for greater flexibility in securing pallet size and larger loads.
Dematic Egemin (formerly Egemin Automation Inc.) added functionality to its E’gv Compact mid-sized AGV with the addition of a straddle fork component.
Douglas Battery showcased its LegaC2 high-frequency modular chargers, designed to maintain peak efficiency at all times.
Absolute E-Z Up partnered with Zallys to debut a new line of electrical utility vehicles.
Delta-Q Technologies released its first lithium-specific battery charger—the ICL1200—a 1,200-watt charger, designed to optimally charge lithium battery systems with any lithium-ion chemistry.
The OPTE Bulk from ORBIS is a collapsible bulk system comprised of a plastic pallet, reusable sleeve and top cap that protects bulk products and tote systems during shipping.
The IntelliSort HDS from Intelligrated offers an innovative dual-sided design that fits a high density of chutes in minimal floor space, an ideal solution for zone-skipping applications that pre-sort orders according to destination prior to releasing them to parcel carriers.
Havis Inc., Warminster, Pa., displayed new docking and mounting solutions, designed to increase mobile productivity for in-vehicle material handling applications, including forklifts, mobile carts, and pallet jacks.
Foreverlamp showcased its LED lighting solutions that enable customers to re-use their existing lighting fixtures in an eco-friendly manner by simply replacing a light bulb.
Magline launched LiftPlus, a versatile all-in-one system that encompasses an electric screw drive system providing smooth and quiet operation.
Manitou Group launched a new range of industrial forklifts, including the new ME316, which offers a lift capacity of 3,520 pounds and a lift height up to 21 feet x 4 inches.
AeroVironment launched a patent-pending advanced version of its ConnectRx for its PosiCharge ProCore line of electric forklift chargers.
Tetra Pak Services’ offerings include a wide variety of products and services, such as consumables, upgrades, personnel evaluation and customized training, remote equipment monitoring and remote support and consulting.
Box Latch Products are a reusable alternative to tape, staples and bands, and can be incorporated into closed loop systems, work-in-process and parts inventory storage operations.
Murata Machinery USA dubted its new Uni-SHUTTLE HP, a high-performance AS/RS, which combines flexible storage functionality, high-capacity transport and sorting capabilities in one material handling solution.
Paxxal’s new pallet, available in the U.S. market, is made from 100% recyclable, patented composite material with impact resistance and durability properties.
Vecna unveiled Logistics Solution, an end-to-end logistics approach that re-imagines automation for manufacturing, warehousing and omni-channel fulfillment.
Delta Group launched a line of wireless battery charging systems that can be applied to a wide range of industrial vehicles, including forklifts and AGVs.
The Liftking ML series of 4-way multi-loaders from Liftking Manufacturing boasts capacities ranging from 6,000-22,000 pounds and lifts from 12-24 feet.
Mac Rak showcased its line of repair and protective guarding solutions.
Datalogic showcased its portfolio of supply chain solutions to be used in every facet of the supply chain to efficiently and effectively detect, identify, mark, sort, ship, receive and fulfill.
Voxware partnered with Vuzix to develop an AR offering that brings voice and scanning together with vision and image capture to create a comprehensive personnel optimization solution.
Hyundai Forklift introduced the BCS-9 stand-up counter-balanced battery lift trucks for narrow aisle operation in distribution and manufacturing environments.
Mallard Manufacturing introduced Extend-a-Rail, a mobile, expandable pallet flow lane that provides temporary pallet staging where and when it’s needed.
EMH released the new Model LS Load-Stabilized Hoist, ideal for transporting loads quickly, securely and safely.
The new BBX50 model 4-wheel electric forklift from Komatsu offers lifting capacities ranging from 4,000-6,500 pounds.
MobileDemand designed an innovative 8-inch rugged tablet with integrated 3D camera that features a high-performance 2D barcode imager, fingerprint reader, 4G LTE, GPS, dual color cameras, hot swappable batteries, vehicle mounting and more.
KION showcased its offerings together with Dematic, including the Baoli KBD Series, as seen here, which features a Kohler Tier 4 Final diesel engine and load capacities up to 7,000 pounds.
I.D. Systems’ new Vision Pro software features an exception-based, intuitive and easy-to-navigate user interface with advanced technologies that allow for tighter integration with WMS, ERP and maintenance software packages.
Designed for durability in a variety of environments, OTTO Motors’ redesigned OTTO 100 self-driving vehicle meets the rigors of industrial environments, while continuing to maintain the flexibility to work in a lab, at manufacturing plants and everywhere in between.
Hoist Liftruck expanded its electric tractor line to include flooded lead acid, fast charge, hydrogen fuel cell and lithium ion charging options.
Trelleborg showcased a sampling of its full range of tires for the material handling market, including the Pit Stop Line Elite XP resilient, which features a built-in, visible line that appears when the tire has just 100 hours remaining before replacement.
Exide Technologies announced the GNB Marathon FPX Premium Flat Plate battery, designed for medium to heavy-duty industrial use and for opportunity charging applications.
Scandit released Barcode Scanner SDK 5.2 with MatrixScan, which enables users of any camera-equipped device to locate, track and decode multiple barcodes at once.
Master Magnetics (The Magnet Source) provides workhorse magnets for the supply chain and distribution industries, including magnetic sweepers, ideal for the fast and efficient removal of hazardous scrap metal debris from warehouses, loading docks, parking areas, runways, manufacturing and shop areas, job sites, workshops and other high-traffic areas.
OPEX released Perfect Pick HD, a unique, robotic goods-to-person order picking technology that stores custom totes two deep on either side of the aisle.
The new TAB Wrapper Tornado “Skinny Series” orbital wrapping machines from TAB Industries wraps low-profile and limited-length products in plastic film for secure storage, warehousing and transportation without the need for pallets, boxes or containers.
Lenze Americas delivers out-of-the-box smart product solutions for clearly specified roller and chain conveyor applications.
viastore’s updated viadat 9.0 WMS is independent of databases and operating systems, and its scalability and multi-client capability make it suitable for e-commerce businesses and logistics service providers.
FLEET MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE
I.D. Systems, Inc., Woodcliff Lake, N.J., launched its latest generation of user software, Vision Pro.
Vision Pro features an exception-based, intuitive and easy-to-navigate user interface with advanced technologies that allow for tighter integration with WMS, ERP and maintenance software packages. Combined with PowerFleet IQ, an analytics platform, this 1:2 combination improves the timeliness and quality of operational and strategic decision making.
The new software is available as a fully hosted, cloud-based software as a service (SaaS) platform or as a locally installed server-based system behind a customer’s own firewall. Vision Pro provides online user access on any device – mobile phone, tablet or desktop – enabling users to manage their fleets and stay connected to critical operational information anytime, both on or off premises.
Vision Pro delivers new reporting capabilities through best-in-class third-party embedded tools, including report search, content search, advanced sorting, filtering and graphing. Integration with Google Maps provides accurate visualization of asset location inside the facility, enabling managers, operators and maintenance personnel to find vehicles faster and improve operational efficiency.
Vision Pro also utilizes data collected from the PowerFleet vehicle management system (VMS), consisting of an on-board device installed on material handling equipment and user software. The on-board device collects and wirelessly transmits vehicle information such as data on safety, compliance, maintenance and efficiency.
I.D. Systems, Inc.
866-410-0152
www.id-systems.com
SELF-DRIVING VEHICLE
OTTO Motors, a Canada-based division of Clearpath Robotics Inc., redesigned the OTTO 100 self-driving vehicle to meet the rigors of industrial environments, while continuing to maintain the flexibility to work in a lab, at manufacturing plants and everywhere in between. Designed for durability in a variety of environments, this vehicle features rugged, all-metal construction and an integrated lift for automated loading and unloading.
The newly introduced OTTO M is the software that enables Industry 4.0 capability and connects OTTO self-driving vehicles with the material flow in a production line. OTTO M houses an industry-leading mapping experience brought to life with an intuitive mobile and desktop interface. OTTO M also exposes a standard API for integration with ERP and MES systems to orchestrate complex automation with existing enterprise software.
OTTO Motors
800-301-3863
www.ottomotors.com
TERMINAL TRACTORS
Hoist Liftruck, East Chicago, Ind., expanded its electric tractor line to include flooded lead acid, fast charge, hydrogen fuel cell and lithium ion charging options.
Hoist Liftruck rolled out its first AC power-driven motor on the electric Lazer Series, which features extendable counterweight and an electric option.
Pneumatic tire lift trucks will also now offer an electric model as well as the cushion tire Lazer Series. The P-Series and Neptune Series will be available in the first quarter of 2018.
And, in partnership with Axletech, Troy, Mich., Hoist Liftruck launched the electric P-Series (the PE Series), which boasts a capacity range from 22,000-36,000 pounds.
Hoist Liftruck
800-367-5600
www.hoistlift.com
PERFORMANCE, OPTIMIZATION CONSULTING SERVICE FOR SUPPLY CHAINS
Canada-based TECSYS unveiled ProCheck, a strategic performance and optimization consulting service that helps distribution organizations attain the highest returns on their supply chain operations while meeting their business objectives.
Through this offering, distribution executives, along with TECSYS’ Optimization Consultants, will focus on key drivers that jump start operational performance and establish the foundation for continuous success. ProCheck is designed to identify baselines from which progress toward operational objectives and goals can be measured and gaps reduced.
TECSYS’ ProCheck includes the following performance track services:
ProCheck Business - focuses on distribution organizations’ operational goals and objectives. TECSYS’ optimization consultants work with customers toward mapping out their objectives and goals, aligning them with metrics and KPIs, creating an action plan to monitor their performance using dashboards and analytics and implementing a program for continuous improvement.
ProCheck Warehouse - a comprehensive assessment of a distributor’s warehouse operation across a multitude of factors. It is designed to compare an organization’s warehouse operations with best practices, identify the areas for improvement and provide actionable recommendations and guidance to implement best practices in their warehouse operations.
TECSYS Inc.
800-922-8649
www.tecsys.com
MULTI-CARRIER SHIPPING SOFTWARE
ADSI, Schaumburg, Ill., released Ship-IT 7.0, a user-configurable, multi-carrier shipping software, designed for shippers who want to tailor their own system without relying on IT resources.
The new software includes robust multi-carrier shipping software capabilities, along with an intuitive dashboard where users can create, modify and test their own business rules and documents. This release also includes optional modules for order management, cartonization and additional integrations with eBay, Amazon and other online marketplace platforms.
Ship-IT 7.0 offers the following capabilities:
- Business Rule Engine. Designed to enable non-technical users to create their own shipment processing rules, this lets customers react quickly to dynamic business changes.
- Document Engine. Where users can select standard, carrier-compliant shipping labels, documents and emails or create a branded version of their own.
- Cartonization Module. Ensures orders are packed in the most optimal package size for lowest-cost shipping rates.
- Expanded E-Commerce Marketplace Integrations. Ship-IT 7.0 can also be configured to automatically process Amazon Seller Fulfilled Prime orders and connect to many e-commerce platforms such as eBay, Overstock, Magento, Shopify, ChannelAdvisor and more.
- Expanded Carrier Options. Ship-IT 7.0 offers ADSI’s largest selection of carriers that can be onboarded to date.
- Mobile-Ready Deployment. ADSI continues to expand its software on a growing line of mobile computers.
ADSI
877-755-2374
www.adsionline.com
INDUSTRIAL TIRES FOR MATERIAL HANDLING
Trelleborg, Wakefield, Mass., showcased a sampling of its full range of tires for the material handling market. These include the OEM-approved Pit Stop Line Elite XP resilient, Monarch press-on solid and the T-900 industrial pneumatic.
The Pit Stop Line Elite XP resilient features a built-in, visible line that appears when the tire has just 100 hours remaining before replacement. This unique innovation allows users to achieve the best total value of ownership, as well as benefitting from increased productivity and safety and reduced environmental impact across the fleet.
Also featured were the FL-08 and the FL-01 pneumatic tires.
Trelleborg Wheel Systems Americas, Inc.
800-948-8473
www.trelleborg.com
PREMIUM FLAT PLATE BATTERY
Exide Technologies, Milton, Ga., announced the GNB Marathon FPX Premium Flat Plate battery for motive power applications.
The Marathon FPX flat plate battery is designed for medium to heavy-duty industrial use and for opportunity charging applications.
Features include:
- Up to 10% more active material and higher paste density enables a robust design to meet demanding operating conditions.
- Charged on state-of-the-art Inbatec equipment to protect plate integrity and increase performance and cycle life.
- Improved plate curing process for stronger paste cohesion.
- Increased antimony alloy level for extended cycle life.
- Optimized acid gravity for lower corrosion and longer cycle life.
Exide Technologies
888-563-6300
www.exide.com
BARCODE SCANNING SOLUTIONS
Scandit, San Francisco, released Barcode Scanner SDK 5.2 for iOS, Android, Windows and other supported platforms. This latest iteration includes a new premium feature called MatrixScan that enables users of any camera-equipped device to locate, track and decode multiple barcodes at once.
MatrixScan help users find a specific product among many similar boxes, localizes and decodes all barcodes in the frame and then highlights codes matching search criteria. An augmented reality feature can superimpose product information, such as product images, on physical goods.
The MatrixScan user interface also shows users which barcodes have been captured and which ones still need to be scanned. Other uses include simultaneous capture of multiple codes on a form or label, e.g., receiving entire pallets with a single scan or capturing all codes on a shipping label.
Scandit Inc.
415-528-5050
www.scandit.com
MAGNETIC SOLUTIONS FOR WAREHOUSING, MANUFACTURING, SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
Master Magnetics (The Magnet Source), Castle Rock, Colo., provides workhorse magnets for the supply chain and distribution industries.
Magnetic inventory labels are ideal for efficient inventory control organization, and come in four styles—magnetic data card holder kits, magnetic label holders with clear plastic sleeves, magnetic strip with vinyl coating and standard flexible magnetic strip. Easily repositionable and available in a range of widths and lengths, magnetic inventory labels hold pre-printed or handwritten inventory labels, and hold data cards that contain important product information such as names, SKUs, barcodes, prices, descriptions and more. When inventory changes or moves, just reposition the magnet.
Also new are Super Grip Magnetic Sign Holders, which provide a simple method of attaching a sign to metal racking. This channel magnet features a clear acrylic grip that securely holds aisle, direction or hazard signs vertically or horizontally. With 60-pound pull strength, these sign holders provide added durability, preventing the magnetic base from being pulled out of place.
A full line of magnetic hooks provides storage and safety options in the warehouse. Available in a range of sizes and pull strengths up to 65 pounds, magnetic hooks are ideal for aisle and lane chains, storage of cables, chains, wires, tools,, and other items and and hanging and mounting of repositionable items like work lights and fixtures. Simple to move and re-use in various locations throughout the warehouse, this line of magnetic hooks boasts different attachments, including carabineers, key ring hooks, swivel hooks and reversible hooks.
Magnetic sweepers reduce the danger associated with flat tires and injuries caused by nails, scrap iron particles, welding remnants, wire, staples, tacks and metal shavings. These super-powered, permanent magnetic sweepers feature push, hang or trailer-type styles, range from 12-96 inches in width and are ideal for the fast and efficient removal of hazardous scrap metal debris from warehouses, loading docks, parking areas, runways, manufacturing and shop areas, job sites, workshops and other high-traffic areas.
Master Magnetics, Inc.
800-525-3536
www.magnetsource.com
FIXED-MOUNT BARCODE READER
Cognex Corp., Natick, Mass., debuted the DataMan 70 series, a line of compact fixed-mount barcode readers small enough to fit in the palm of your hand.
DataMan 70 series offers manufacturing and logistics companies higher performance than single-line and raster laser scanners. Its flexible configuration options and small size also make it ideal for mounting in tight spaces on production lines and in machinery.
DataMan 70 is optimized with industry-leading barcode reading algorithms and individually controlled LEDs to ensure continuously high read rates.
Cognex Corp.
855-426-4639
www.cognex.com/dataman-70
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