Material Handling Management articles from May 2002

Material Handling Management archives from May 2002

Prepare tech's welcome. (Editorial).(inventory control)(Brief Article)(Editorial)
May 1, 2002... I worry about you folks sometimes. You're in the industry trenches fighting for your lives. We in the trade press are passive observers who comment on the thrill of victory. We rarely show the agony of defeat. My concern is, by reading the...

Time for users to take control. (News Briefs).(material handling equipment makers shift mindset)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Judging by the recent NA 2002 Material Handling & Logistics Show and Conference, this is a good time to be in the market for material handling solutions. By starting its four-day event with a full day of sessions on Six Sigma quality assurance...

Resource guide for supervisors. (News Briefs).(warehousing supervisors self-study guides)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... The Warehousing Education and Research Council (WERC) has published its first self-study guide for warehousing supervisors. This workbook offers a sound basis for learning the critical steps in recruiting, interviewing and selecting associates....

Best Warehouse Networks. (News Briefs).(locations for fast deliveries)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Most companies do not ship products directly to consumers; however, their shipments are frequently aligned with the population patterns. Shipments to nationwide retailers are an example. Even many industrial products follow population patterns...

Conveyor sales show promise. (News Briefs).(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
May 1, 2002... The Conveyor Equipment Manufacturers Association (CEMA) reports that its January 2002 Booked Orders Index was up 54 points, or an increase of 28 percent, from December's index. The January index still indicates a decrease of 11 percent from...

Guide for Small Parcel Shipments. (News Briefs).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... The Transport Packaging Committee of the Institute of Packaging Professionals (IoPP) has recently developed and approved a voluntary Guide to Packaging for Small Parcel Shipments. This effort was undertaken in response to an increasing amount...

Computer Workstation standards. (News Briefs).(furniture)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... The Human Factors and Ergonomics Society has released BSR/HFES100 Human Factors Engineering of Computer Workstations. The draft standard for trial use updates the 1988 version. The new document recognizes the increasing importance of...

Lift Parts Manufacturing (LPM) has entered into a joint marketing agreement. (Industry News).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... The aftermarket lift truck parts company, Lift Parts Manufacturing (LPM) has entered into a joint marketing agreement with Nissan Forklift Corporation, North America, that will provide Nissan dealers with access to LPM products. LPM currently...

Retrotech Inc. and Cisco-Eagle have formed a partnership. (Industry News).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Retrotech Inc. and Cisco-Eagle have formed a partnership. Retrotech is a manufacturer of automated storage and retrieval systems and Cisco-Eagle is a broad-based material handling equipment distributor and systems integrator.

Brudi-Bolzoni-Auramo Attachment Group. (Managers Making News).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Brudi-Bolzoni-Auramo Attachment Group has appointed Alan Evans vice president and general manager; Ronnie Kneene, vice president sales and marketing; Ken Welter, national sales manager, OEM accounts; and Dick Wiley, national sales manager,...

Ametek Inc. (Managers Making News).(elects vice president)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Ametek Inc. has elected Mark G. Jantzen, vice president, global floor care.

Yes! A lift truck standard with teeth! (Compliance).(Powered Industrial Truck Operator Training Standard, 29 CFR 1910.178)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Remember the old ANSI B56.1-1969, Safety Standard for Powered Industrial Trucks? It read: "Only trained and authorized operators shall be permitted to operate a powered industrial truck. Methods shall be devised to train operators in the safe...

When the going gets tough. (Manufacturing Management).(how manufacturing companies stay successful)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... The leading industrial companies of the world have been showing once again that they stay tough through good times and bad -- and they're not going anywhere. The "100 most successful manufacturing companies" in the world show an...

Packages Fly at UPS Hub: Hub 2000 is United Service's answer to keeping expedited service an affordable option for shippers. This material handling showcase stars smart sortation and fast flow. How fast? Try 300,000 parcels an hour.(United Parcel Service)
May 1, 2002... Carriers like United Parcel Service (UPS) are using material handling's economies of scale in their own operations to provide transportation solutions for customers at lower rates than these shippers could achieve on their own. UPS felt the...

Advanced Handling Systems. (Material Handling in Transportation: Resources).(Advertisement)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... With more than 10,000 systems in place, a full array of trailer loading systems is explained. Included is Air Trax, which aids the transfer of cargo from road trailers, trucks and loading dock combinations. Also featured are powered-roller...

Maxx Material Handling. (Material Handling in Transportation: Resources).(Advertisement)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Learn how to load or unload an entire 57-foot trailer in less than five minutes -- without trailer modification -- using LanceLoading with the MaxxLance automatic system. This system eliminates the need for lift truck handling and can be...

Loading Automation Inc. (Material Handling in Transportation: Resources).(Advertisement)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Automatic loading and unloading systems, live floors and specialty trailers for automated shipping and receiving are explained. The company specializes in automated trailers for specific needs. Applications include soft-side roll-tarp,...

MagicLogic. (Material Handling in Transportation: Resources).(Advertisement)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Cube-IQ software has software modules for container loading, truck loading, palletization and cartonization. It handles any kind of UDL. The software can improve your cube utilization. MagicLogic, www.magiclogic.com. Write 335

Scancode Logistics. (Material Handling in Transportation: Resources).(Advertisement)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Scancode Load Building software lets you sort, filter and view orders to create more efficient consolidation an(I load building based on planned ship date. Scancode Logistics, www.scancode.com. Write 336

Appian Logistics Software Inc. (Material Handling in Transportation: Resources).(Advertisement)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... This firm provides software for load building, vehicle routing, scheduling, wave/lane planning and driver performance reporting. Appian Logistics Software Inc., www.appianlogistics.com. Write 337

Tops Engineering Corp. (Material Handling in Transportation: Resources).(Advertisement)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... This firm offers load planning, load manipulation, customer order load building, and pallet pattern software, among others. It allows you to customize stacking and loading rules, and gives you a 3-D view of the load configuration. It...

TransPack Software Systems Inc. (Material Handling in Transportation: Resources).(Advertisement)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Offered is TransLoad load planning and optimization software. Use it for load building and palletization. TransPackSoftware Systems Inc., www.transpack.com. Write 339

Velant. (Material Handling in Transportation: Resources).(Advertisement)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... This firm sells not only load building software but also transportation software including master route planning, dynamic route planning and fleet backhaul coordination software, to name a few. Velant, www.velant.com. Write 340

TNT Logistics North America. (Material Handling in Transportation: Resources).(Advertisement)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Vector2l Yard Eagle software efficiently handles both arriving and departing trailers, their movement from yard spaces to dock locations, the movement of hostlers through the yard, the dynamic inventory of trailers as well as monitoring the...

Moore & Associates. (Material Handling in Transportation: Resources).(Advertisement)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... AutoloaderT3 truck loading software helps reduce time needed to load trucks while improving cube and weight utilization in a trailer. The software can be integrated with warehouse management system software or reside on a standalone PC. It also...

Yard handling yesterday meets today.(yard management system software)
May 1, 2002... Handling in the yard is the Wild West that's being tamed. Equipment that used to roam free is being tracked and monitored. Training for material handling is no longer an exclusive indoor activity. And the hottest area of a development in...

B2C e-Commerce: what works, wwat soesn't: agility, quickness, flexibility and simplicity -- when it comes to B2C, these are the tools of successful "e-tailers". (supply Chain Flow).(business-to-consumer)
May 1, 2002... You can have the best-known brand in the world. But in the business-to-consumer (B2C) world, if you don't have the right e-commerce infrastructure, you can find yourself quickly running out of capital and, from there, out of business. A strong...

Supply chain software. (Bulletins & Catalogs).(advertisement)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Supply Chain Planner software maintains a supply plan for items in every location. The plan is based on future forecasts for inventory balances. Customers benefit from improved inventory utilization, lower operating costs and better customer...

Reusable containers. (Bulletins & Catalogs).(advertisement)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... A spec sheet spotlights the reusable Fold-A-Tote, an intermediate bulk container featuring a single-trip, 4-mil poly liner in a polyester bag set in a rugged, rotomolded plastic base and a collapsible frame that folds for return. Meese Orbitron...

Sideloaders. (Bulletins & Catalogs).(advertisement)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... The HX Series sideloader has a pendulum-mounted, underfloor, compact traction drive that includes diesel engine, cooling, hydrostatic drive with control pump, hydraulic tank steering and lifting pumps and more. Technical description is...

Electric lift trucks. (Bulletins & Catalogs).(advertisement)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... A datasheet provides info on the Warehousing Series electric stand-up counterbalanced lift trucks. It explains how the trucks provide flexibility, ergonomics, performance, productivity and safety. Options are available. Schaeff Inc. Write...

Wire containers. (Bulletins & Catalogs).(advertisement)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... The Econotainer meets all ANSI safety standards. The containers are available with casters, bar runner and security lids. A datasheet provides specifications. Most orders ship in 48 hours. Nashville Wire Products Write 249

Automated warehouse. (Bulletins & Catalogs).(advertisement)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... An automated VNA system can add up to 66 percent storage capacity over traditional narrow-aisle storage, using existing rack. VNA trucks are linked to TRACE, the host computer. A pickup order is generated, and the next available vehicle picks...

Ergo lift. (Bulletins & Catalogs).(advertisement)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... The Ergo Lift is a simple tool that puts workers closer to their jobs. System specifications are provided. The user-friendly design has no sharp corners on the tabletop, no electrical connections, and an open, cushioned platform. Industrial...

Sideloaders. (Bulletins & Catalogs).(advertisement)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... These sideloaders can lift to 30 feet with loads as long as 26 feet. Capacities range to 10,000 pounds. Use them to handle bar stock, tubing, laminates or plywood sheets. The operator's compartment provides good visibility. The side-loaders are...

Flexible automation. (Bulletins & Catalogs).(advertisement)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... This systems integrator offers innovation and technology in warehousing and distribution systems. Efficient use of square and cubic footage ensures a cost-effective and flexible building configuration. Cleco Systems Write 253

Paper pallet. (Bulletins & Catalogs).(advertisement)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... The Pro-Rap Series IV pallet is lightweight, durable, strong and recyclable. Four-way entry provides easy access. The pallet meets national motor freight requirements. Protecta-Pack Systems Write 255

Enterprise management software. (Bulletins & Catalogs).(advertisement)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Complete e-business solutions include e-commerce, robust order fulfillment, customer relationship management and business analytics. The system is accessible with a Web browser interface. PeopleSoft Write 256

Gantry cranes. (Bulletins & Catalogs).(advertisement)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... The freestanding Model HTG hydraulic traveling gantry crane offers flexibility for expansion while providing safe and economical battery changing for lift-out electric lift truck applications. Available in 2- or 3-ton capacities, the system...

Warehouse management. (Bulletins & Catalogs).(advertisement)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Wireless Warehouse is a flexible warehouse management system that can be tailored to meet your operations. Modules include translation, inventory locator and receiving. Peak Technologies Write 265

Kitting software. (Bulletins & Catalogs).(advertisement)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... ViaWare warehouse management software now has an advanced kitting function. The final assembly process of kits or complicated assemblies can be postponed until just before the product needs to be shipped from the distribution center. Provia...

Warehousing software. (Bulletins & Catalogs).(Offers support for 3PL providers)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Visual DCMS offers companies the tools to better manage distribution centers, and to improve cycle times, on-time deliveries and customer satisfaction. The RF-enabled WMS offers support for 3PL providers. Lilly Software Write 268

Robotics directory. (Bulletins & Catalogs).(Robotic Industries Association)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... The 2001-2002 edition features more than 200 supplier listings with contact information; quick-find company indexes by product, industry and application; a calendar of events; and a new Web site index. Robotic Industries Association Write...

Three-position truck. (Product News).(New lightweight aluminum hand truck)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
May 1, 2002... The 3-Position Truck is a lightweight aluminum hand truck that can be configured as traditional two- and four-wheel arrange-ments or as a four-wheel/45-degree slant setup. As a 2-wheel hand truck, it has a load capacity of 500 lb. In either...

Secure products. (Product News).(Cart holds up to 1,800 lbs.)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... The RC-8 security cart offers a double-door front and an EZ Latch N Lock system to keep contents secure. It is 48 by 24 by 70 in. The mesh is 2.25 by 2.25 in., with a 1-by 4-in. base mesh. The cart can hold up to 1,800 lb. Each optional shelf...

Plastic pallets. (Product News).(Lightweight and recyclable product)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Flame-retardant pallets have UL 2335 Classification. This classification is given to products with a proven fire safety factor at parity with, or better than, wooden pallets. Available sizes include 36 by 48 in., 37 by 37 in., 37 by 43 in., 40...

Compact and electric. (Product News).(Pallet trucks offer better ergonomics and maneuverability)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... The design of the ELE 35/45 electric pallet trucks improves ergonomics and maneuverability when handling loads in trailers and narrow aisles. The overall width is 27.2 in. and the length is 69.7 in. Load capacities are 3,500 and 4,500 lb...

More storage sizes. (Product News).(Invincible Storage Rack Beams )(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Two new sizes of Invincible Storage Rack Beams are now available, one for light- duty load requirements and another for high-capacity applications. The 2.5- and 3-in, heights compliment the 3.5-, 4-, 4.5-, 5-, 5,5- and 6-in. heights. The new...

GO the Distance. (Product News).(New analog laser sensor)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
May 1, 2002... The BOD-66M analog laser sensor allows low-cost, longrange, continuous measurement of distance, height and length. With background suppression, its sensing range is from 200 mm to 2 m with a resolution of less than 5 mm. It uses laser...

In control. (Product News).(Provides real-time machine and process data)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
May 1, 2002... The EDAS CE system provides 8 to 192 chennels of isolated analog I/O, digital I/O, relay output and RS-232 data with built-in l0/l00BaseT Ethernet plus an embedded CPU running Windows CE 3.0 and Entivity's Studio software. The system provides...

Optimize cube. (Product News).(Tray delivery system improves throughput)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
May 1, 2002... The Flexible Modula Series F500 uses photocells to sense the height of products in trays and automatically locates the appropriate space needed within the lift. The NoWait tray delivery system increases throughput. An external workstation has...

Vertical storage for weighty objects. (Product News).(New MegaLift 100 Vertical Lift Module)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
May 1, 2002... MegaLift 100 Vertical Lift Module offers 2,200-pound tray storage capacity while saving up to 75 percent of floor space. This enclosed system of vertically arranged trays travels at a speed of 160 feet per minute. Standard extraction speed is...

Print and apply. (Product News).(New multipurpose print and label machine)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
May 1, 2002... The Little David LS-800/DT Multipurpose Print and Apply Label Application System can print and apply labels by corner wrap, dual tamp or single tamp with minimal changeover. Features include microprocessor-driven controller, non-cantilevered...

Back support. (Product News).(Offers knit elastic body material for extra-firm support)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
May 1, 2002... The ProFlex Model 1650 Economy All Elastic back support features a two-stage closure that adjusts first for exact fit then for desired level of tension for lifting. It helps remind the wearer to lift properly. It has a single 5-in, elastic...

Detecting difficult material. (Product News).(New ultrasonic sensor)(International Pages)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
May 1, 2002... The GSU 14/24 ultrasonic sensor detects all label types including foil on foil, foil on paper, paper on paper, metal-foil and thin metal foils as well as clear, metallic and conductive ink labels. It has either PNP or NPN outputs. Adjustments...

With a drop door. (Product News).(New Ropak reusable containers)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
May 1, 2002... Ropak reusable containers feature a long-side hinged drop door on the 64.5- by 48-in, line. The drop doors have a latchless design that when opened lie flat against the outside of the container. They can be removed through the articulated...

Stop moving too much. (Product News).(advertisement)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... The Ergonomic Load Calculator is a Web-based tool that assists employers in identifying, measuring and solving ergonomic problems relating to manually pushing or pulling heavy loaded carts or wheeled equipment. It estimates the amount of...

Avoid dock leveler stump-out. (Advertisement).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Illustrated brochure details the causes and concerns of leveler stump-out, a condition associated with mechanical and power-assisted dock levelers. It occurs when the safety legs on the bottom of the platform interfere with the leveler's...

Keep bugs out, let fresh air in. (Advertisement).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Keep pests out while allowing fresh air and daylight into your facility. The heavy-duty, vinyl-coated mesh screen door is ideal for protecting exterior doorways and loading docks. It also improves safety by providing a visual barrier at the...

Maximize productivity with intelligent dock design. (Advertisement).(advertisement)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... In the push for productivity, the loading dock is often overlooked. Yet its design can significantly impact the efficiency of the entire supply chain. A new brochure details key issues related to trailer design trends and load configurations....

Free guide to drive solutions. (Advertisement).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... A new Guide to Drive Solutions features a complete line of adjustable frequency drive products, including the VLT[R] Micro, VLT[R] 2800, VLT[R] 4000 VT, and VLT[R] 5000 drives, as well as the APU Panel Program and MCD 3000 Soft Starters. This...

Drum handling catalog. (Advertisement).(advertisement)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Extensive descriptions, specifications, new products, and sources for more information, fast response and help. More than 100 products include Karriers, rotators, cradle trucks, hand trucks, fork attachments and below-hook models. Phone...

Four-Wheel electric lift truck. (Advertisement).(advertisement)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... New 4-wheel cushion 8,000- to 12,000-lb-capacity electric lift trucks offer superior performance and reduce operating costs. The 7-Series recovers energy from its momentum and directs it back to the battery. Each lift truck is equipped with the...

'Easy Mover' lion of pushers and rollers. (Advertisement).(advertisement)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... When handling heavy equipment and products, use Easy Movers" to prevent injuries and reduce labor costs! Choose from 14 models that allow one person to handle rollable or wheel-mounted loads weighing from 1/2 to 50 tons. Safely push, pull or...

Digital product tour. (Advertisement).(advertisement)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... This 10-minute Windows Player movie follows along with Nercon's Product Catalog, playing highlights of Nercon's signature material handling products and capabilities. Call 920-233-3268, e-mail marketing@nercon.com, or visit www.nercon.com...

Versatile, angled-shelf carts. (Advertisement).(advertisement)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... These new, go-anywhere angled-shelf carts let you move, adjust or add shelves in seconds, with no unit disassembly required. Front-shelf edge lowers to create slanted shelves. Sturdy, chrome-plated wire design allows shelves to holdup to 300 lb...

Trailer-spotting speed. (Advertisement).(advertisement)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Learn why most logistics professionals choose Ottawa Trucks to spot trailers at their distribution and warehousing facilities. Designed for efficiency and speed, Ottawa's "purpose-built" trailer movers can spot three trailers in the time it...

Pallet Inverters. (Advertisement).(advertisement)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Pallet transfer technology to meet whatever transfer requirements you have. Easy load transfer can be accomplished from wood pallets to plastic pallets, slip sheets or rental pallets. Safety rails and guards are standard. Control options range...

Mezzanine safety system. (Advertisement).(advertisement)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... A datasheet describes the MezzNet safety system. It automatically senses arrival of lift trucks and opens. Warning lights and alarms alert workers that the system is activated. It speeds loading/unloading operations. The system is easy to...

Spiral conveyor. (Advertisement).(advertisement)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... The Spiralveyor offers effortless vertical conveying, space-saving design; high-volume throughput and continuous flow. No controls are required. Belts are available in 8-, 16- or 24-in, widths. Boxes, crates, containers, sacks and bundles can...

Econotainer. (Advertisement).(advertisement)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... The Econotainer is a high-quality, low-cost container that offers the best-built solution where the primary concern is cost. There are eight sizes to choose from and three different capacities. Every Econotainer is produced with a half drop...

Model NR-CB narrow-aisle lift truck. (Advertisement).(from Yale Materials Handling Corp.)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... NR-CB narrow-aisle lift trucks have a capacity of up to 4,500 lb. They ride smoothly over rough floors, are easy to steer, and are easy for lifting and lowering loads. The unique "step-up" brake pedal allows the operator to easily enter and...

New, 'World Standard' is the achievement. (Advertisement).(product from Blue Giant Ltd.)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... PWB electric pallet truck is the designation. Set at 8.5 degrees, the proprietary ergonomic handle handles more work--safely. And leads the operator into the tightest turning radius in the category. Inside, a powerful vertically mounted drive...

Manufacturing software. (Advertisement).(from Irista Inc.)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... A fine-tuned production line is achieved through the efficient and timely sequencing of raw material to its consumption points, eliminating shortages or bottlenecks. The irista Warehouse WMS has been specifically designed to control and track...

Electric rider trucks. (Advertisement).(from Yale Materials Handling Corp.)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Model ERC-RG/ZG electric riders are cushion tire trucks, available in 4,000- to 6,500-pound lift capacities and are designed for heavy-duty work loads and exceptional performance. In addition to excellent ergonomics and flexibility, these...

Warehouse solutions. (Advertisement).(from Raymond Corp.)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Get a closer look at Raymond's broad line of pallet trucks, counterbalanced trucks and complete range of narrow aisle equipment. The company offers complete warehouse solutions - narrow-aisle expertise, parts, service, financing and training....

Avoid the drop zone. (Advertisement).(Blue Giant Ltd. product)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Prevent costly damage and physical injury with the Blue Giant XDS Series loading dock system. This full-function dock, with I-beam deck supports and 4" maintained deck tilt, incorporates the latest in Blue Giant safety with fall-safe,...